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Garda Sergeant John L O’Sullivan,

Bushy Park House, Terenure, Dublin 6, late of Ballinagh, Cavan and formerly of The Lodge, Rossport, Ballina, Co. Mayo - peacefully at Our Lady’s Hospice, Harolds Cross, Dublin. 

Predeceased by his parents, father Garda Timothey and mother Catherine O’Sullivan. 

He will be sadly missed by his loving family, sisters Eveline and Pearl, brothers in law Eamon and Niall, nephews Sean T and Henry, niece Eva, extended family friends, neighbours and colleagues.  

May John’s Kind and Gentle Soul Rest In Peace  

Funeral cortege will depart from Healy’s Funeral Home, Barnatra on Tuesday at 12 noon and travel via The Lodge, Rossport to arrive at the Star of the Sea Church, Cornboy for funeral mass at 1 o clock.

Burial will take place immediately afterwards in Pullathomas Cemetery. 

The funeral will be private to family.

A memorial Mass for the repose of John’s soul will be held at a later date which will be announced in due course. 

The family would like to sincerely thank you for your co-operation and consideration during this difficult time.

Messages of condolence for John’s family can be left by clicking on the condolence form below. 

All Enquiries to Healy's Funeral Directors, Barnatra on 097-84111 / 087-6735400 / 087-6259911. 

Breda Healy
Condolences to John's sisters and extended family on his sad passing. I used to work with John many moons ago in Whitehall Stn., he was some character, had very funny stories to tell. The last time I spoke to him was in the late 90's
when I bumped into him in Galway City, RIP John L.
Philomena Daly
Very belatedly hearing this sad news. Knew John L in early 1980s in Whitehall Garda Station, when he'd csll in, we were sure to be entertained with his wonderful storytelling. He used have us in stitches laughing. Will never forget him. God rest his gentle soul.
Martin donnelly
John l worked in national library with me after been a garda.a great guy always good company lift you when down.will no forget this man who could see life from the 2 sides.may he rest in peace so sorry to his family.
Inez Fletcher
I have only just heard the sad news. John was a wonderful colleague in the National Library and a neighbour in Terenure/Templeogue. He was always in good humour and had plenty of stories to tell. My sincere sympathy to his family and close friends.
Laurence Duffy
Sincerest sympathy to the O'Sullivan family on the loss of John. L. A good friend colleague. May he rest in peace
Pat Mullin
sincerest sympathy to the O'Sullivan family on the loszs of John L. who was a great character, an upright and host Gda Sgt and was also a very humourous man. May he rest in peace.
Kathleen Smyth
Sincere sympathy to all the family on John's death. His great kindness to me in my time of need will never be forgotten.
David Taggart
My sincere condolences to the O'Sullivan family on the sad passing of John. He was a good kind neighbour to us all in Bushy Park Hse over the last 18yrs - especially those of us on the first floor.
Rest well John
Margaret Nagle / Denis Margey 163 Bushy Park House.
Saddened to hear of John passing. Condolences to his family. He will be sadly missed, a perfect gentleman.
Mary ( O Sullivan) & Denis Mulvin
Saddened to hear of John L’s passing RIP. Sincere sympathy to Evelyn. Pearl and families.
Noel Brett
Deepest sympathy to the O'Sullivan family on the death of John. May he Rest in Peace.
Martin, Mary & Niamh Togher, Rossport & Sligo
Our deepest condolences to the O'Sullivan, Corduff (Deane) family's on John L's passing. May he rest in peace
Martin, Mary & Niamh Togher Rossport & Sligo
Our Deepest condolences to O Sullivan & Corduff (Deane) familys.
May you rest in peace John L.
Tomas’s Belderrig
Our sincere condolences to the family may he rest in piece.
Pat Lally, Dublin.
Sincere sympathy to the O'Sullivan family on the death of John L, a true gentleman .
Tom & Rita Tighe
Condolences to all the Family may he rest in peace
Philip Brady Edenderry
My Sincere Sympathies Pearl and all the O'Sullivan Family on the death of John L. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a nanam
Atty Gaughan
Sincere condolences to all the family
Noel & Atty Gaughan
Anne Carty Sligo
Sincere sympathy to the O'Sullivan family on the sad passing of John L. May his kind and gentle soul rest in peace.
Agnes Cunningham
Sincere sympathy to John L’s family.
Tina Connolly and family Rossport/England
Sincere sympathy to the family of John L, may he rest in peace.
Bill and Mary Flanagan.
Rest in Peace John.You were a true Christian gentleman .Condolences to your family .
Danny and Bridie Doherty Kiltimagh.
Sincere condolences to John L's family on his passing. Worked with John L diring his years in Swinford. He was a kind and gentle person. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Cathal & Mari Tighe (Sheridan)
Deepest Sympathy to John L's family on his sad passing. He was a lovely neighbour. May he Rest in Peace.
Dolores & Tony Corduff
Sincere sympathy to all on John L’s passing
Anthony Josephine Canavan
Sincere sympathy to John L s family at this sad time. John L was a lovely gentle , gentleman and I have fond memories of working with him in Swinford Garda station.
Nan O Connor (Gannon) & family
Deepest sympathy to Pearl, Eveline and all the family on the death of John L. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.
Ellie and Michael Gallagher.
Sincere sympathy to Pearl Niall and Sean & extended family, May John rest in peace.
Padraic & Mary Mc Grath. Glenamoy.
Our deepest condolences to all of John’s family at this sad time.
Many’s the time we met up in Dublin and Rossport and he was always helpful and considerate. A gentleman in the truest sense of the word.
May he Rest In Peace.
Maura & Chris O Malley &Family
Sincere condolences to all John L.'s family on the death of John. May he Rest in Peace.
Imelda Comer, Swinford
Deepest sympathy to all John’s family, sorry to hear of his passing, may he rest in peace.
Uinsíonn agus Treasa Mac Graith
Ba mhaith linn comhbhrón a dhéanamh le Muintir Uí Shuilleabháin agus le gaolta John L. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
Martin @Rita keane
Sincere sympathy to the Sullivan family on the passing of John.May his soul rest in peace.
Kieran & Sheila McDonnell
Sincere sympathy to the family & extended families on the passing of John L. R.I.P.
John and Mary (Gannon) Murphy, Carlow.
Sincere sympathy to Pearl, Evelyn and family on the sad passing of John L. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Tony Connolly & Family, Rossport/Galway
Deepest sympathy to John L's family, friends and colleagues. He was a true gentleman and a wonderful friend to my mother Eva. May he Rest in Peace.
Michael Cosgrove & Michelke Naughton
Deepest condolonces to all John L’s family and friends, Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam Usal.
Patrick Regan culduff callow.
I would like to extend my deepest condolences to all of John's family , on John's passing.may he rest in peace.
Boylans, Barhauve
Deepest sympathy.
Tommy and Kathleen Moran glenamoy
Our Sincere sympathy to john L family he was a gentleman may he rest in peace
Mary mc Donnell muingnabo Rossport
My deepest sympathy to john L family at this sad time may his gentle soul rest in peace
Teresa @ Patrick Gallagher, Drumshinnagh, Swinford,
Sincere sympathy to O'Sullivan family on the passing of John, May his gentle soul Rest in peace.
Barnes & Mary Murphy, Sligo...
Dear Evaline & Pearl. We offer our sincere sympathy to you and your families on the death of your brother John L. Many memories from years ago. May he enjoy his eternal reward...
Michael Cunningham and Family, Castlebar
Sincere sympathy at this sad time
Seamus Lohan, Chairman, Castlebar Branch GSRMA
On behalf of the members of Castlebar Branch, GSRMA, I wish to extend our deepest sympathy to the family of our good friend and colleague, the late John L. Sullivan. A proper gentleman by all accounts. May he rest in peace
Joe and Mary Gallagher Meelick
Condolences to the O Sullivan family on the passing of John May he rest in peace
P.J.Nallen.
Deepest sympathy to the O'Sullivan family on the passing of John. May he rest in peace.
Anita Costello Michael and Dara
Deepest sympathy to all John Ls family on John Ls passing. May his gentle soul rest in peace
Mary Hanley, Killasser, Swinford.
Sincere sympathy to all John L's family at this sad time. John L was a gentleman and a friend, who will be greatly missed. May he Rest in Peace.
Tony and Catriona McGrath, Leitrim.
Sincere condolences to all John L.'s family on the death of John. May he Rest in Peace.
Sr. Celine Bourke Breaffy and Dublin
Deepest sympathy to the O'Sullivan family on the sad passing of John.
May his gentle soul Rest with the Angels.
Gillian Mullaney and Padraig O,Gara
Deepest sympathy to the O,Sullivan family off the passing off John L, may he rest in peace
Brendan & Eileen Rooney
Sincere sympathy to you all on the death of John, may he rest in peace.
John paul/ Mary McGrath. Rossport
Condolences to all John's family.
John & Mary Commons, Balla
Deepest sympathy to the family of John L. I have fond memories of having worked with him in Swinford.
May he rest in peace
P.J.Ruddy
Sincere sympathy on the death of John l. He was a lovely and considerate gentleman and a credit to the Garda force. He will be sorely missed. May he R.I.P
Máite Cáit & Michéal Ó Murchú Cill an Ghallagáin
Déanaimíd comhbhrón le muintir Uí Shuilleabháin ar bhás John L ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam naofa
philip mcgrath rossport
deepest sympathy to the o sullivan family on the death of john l
Leo & Mary Ryan
Sincere condolences to Pearl, Niall & extended family on the death of John. May he rest in peace.
Jimmy anne king
Sorry to hear the passing of your loved one r i p
Maureen O Donnell Porturlin



Deanaim comhbhron le Muintir Ui Shuilleabhain go mor mhor le Pearl, Niall agus Sean.T mar gheall ar bhais John L. Go ndeana Dia trocaire air.

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Tom & Kathleen Lavin, Carrabawn, Swinford
Deepest sympathy to the O'Sullivan family on the passing of John L, May he rest in peace.
Eddie Naughton, Enniscrone
Deepest sympathy to the O'Sullivan family on the death of John. He was a gentleman and great colleague who always had a smile. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Andy Madden Swinford
Depest sympathy to Johns Family, May he rest in peace
Patricia and Noel Geraghty ( Rossport and High Wycombe)
Our deepest sympathy to the O’Sullivan family on the passing of John L. May his gentle soul Rest In Peace.
Aidan and Angela McDonagh
Sincere sympathy to John L's family on his passing, I worked with him in Swinford and he was a lovely kind gentleman. May He Rest In Peace.
Eoghan O’Connell Swinford
Deepest sympathy on John’s passing. A gentleman. May he rest in peace.
Mary Corduff & Ray Cawley
Sincere sympathy to Pearl and Eveline and families. RIP John L.
Lily Coyle and Family
Deepest sympathy to Pearl, Niall , Seán Eveline and Family so sorry for your great loss
Frances & Paddy Derivan, Dublin
Our deepest sympathy to Pearl, Niall, Sean T Evelyn & family on the passing of John L. May he rest in peace
Walsh Family Belderrig
Condolences to the O' Sullivan family on the death of John L. May he rest in peace.
Maurice and Bríd O’Connell Swinford
Sincerest sympathy. John was a much respected sergent here in swinford. We enjoyed his visits with us on many occasions. R. I. P. Maurice and. Brid o connell
Gerry & Margaret White Carrig Birr Co offaly
Deepest Sympathy to you Pearl on the death of your dear brother John L .May his gentle soul rest in peace
Fr Joseph Hogan
My very deepest sympathy and prayers to all the O’Sullivan and Corduff Families.
Ann Casey
Sincere sympathy on John’s passing. May He Rest In Peace.
Mary Ann Mc Donnell, Aughoose and Gerard Mc Donnell, Glengad
Sincere condolences on the passing of John to all his family. May John Rest In Peace.
Maureen mcgrath Rossport
Deepest condolances to the family of John L always a gentleman. May he rest in peace
Liam collins lucan
John was a very fine man and was great friend to me when i was in Swinford Liam Collins Garda retired
Padraig Horkan, Main St.
Sincere sympathy to the O Sullivan family on John's passing. He was always lovely to have a chat with. May he rest in peace.
Martin and Kathleen Murphy
Sorry to hear of John L's passing. A good friend and colleague and a true gentleman. May he rest in peace. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam deilis.
Padraic and Roisin Mullen
Sincere sympathy to Pearl, Niall , Sean and Eveline and extended family on the death of John. May his soul rest in peace.
Maureen Cox (Rossport)
Sincere Sympathy to all the family. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam
Pádraig & Eileen Mc Nicholas, Sweetwell, Swinford.
Deepest sympathy to the O'Sullivan family on Johns passing. RIP
Donal & Geraldine Connolly.
Deepest sympathy to the O’Sullivan family on John’s passing. A true gentleman. May he rest in peace.
Helen Kelly, Dublin
I am so sorry to hear of John's passing and remember our many conversations about Westmeath heritage. Sincere sympathy to his sisters and extended family. Rest in peace John.
Imelda Corduff
Sincere condolences to John L’s family. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis
Dave and Nuala Matthews
Deepest sympathy to Pearl,Niall, Sean, Evelin’s, Eamon and extended family on the sad loss of John L. May he Rest In Peace.
Willie and Olive Kavanagh Swinford
Sincere sympathy to the Sullivan family on the death of John L true gentleman may he rest in peace. Willie and Olive Kavanagh, Swinford
Joe Maher, Breaffy, Castlebar
Deepest sympathy To Johns Family. A true gentleman. A pleasure to have known him. RIP John
Rita Maher( Monaghan)
Sorry to hear of John L's death. RIP. Sympathy to all the family.
Padraig and Patricia McGrath, Rossport
Sincere condolences to the Sullivan family on the death of John L. May his gentle soul Rest In Peace
Tony & Anastasia McNamara
Deepest sympathy to John L’s sisters and extended family on his sad passing. John was always a true gentleman, comrade and friend, May his kind soul rest in peace.
John & Ellen Moran Kilkelly Road Swinford
Sincere condolences to the O'Sullivan family on the very sad passing of John L. Having worked with John L in Swinford for many years I found him to be a true gentleman. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Ronnie Lawlor,Castlebar
Sincere condolences to the family of the late John .L.O Sullivan former colleague.May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Fr. Gerry Davey, Carracastle
Dear Pearl and Niall, Seàn ;Eveline and Eamon, Henry, Eva, and all the clan along with John L's colleagues and friends. My deepest sympathy and condolences to each of you on reading of the sad passing of John L. He was a very pleasant gentleman and a dedicated and loyal member of An Garda Siochàna. May John now know the heavenly reward for being a true Guardian of Peace. May each of you, his dear family and friends, be comforted by your precious memories of John L. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dilis go deo. Ag smaoineamh oraibh.
Joe Staunton, retired Superintendent, Castlebar.

Sincere condolences to John's family on their loss. I worked with John in Swinford, he was kind and compassionate and a true gentleman in every way. Rest in Peace John L.
Mary Garvin Shrataggle
Deepest sympathy to the O Sullivan family on the passing of John L . May he Rest In Peace
Mary and Willie Corduff
Condolences on the death of John L to his sisters Pearl Evelyn his brothers in law Niall and Eamon, extended family. May he rest in peace.
Michael, Mary Tierney and family, Ballina Rd, Swinford.
Sincere sympathy to the O'Sullivan family on the passing of John. He was a lovely person. May he rest in peace.
Sheila Jimmy Mangan Emlybeg Binghamstown
Sincere sympathy to John's sisters Evelyne and Pearl brothers in law Eamonn and Niall niece Eva nephews Sean and Harry May his gentle soul rest in peace
Mick and Mary Doyle Swinford
Our deepest sympathy to John Ls family on his passing. I worked with John for many years and I always found him to be an absolute gentleman and a very caring man. May his gentle soul Rest in Peace
Maureen and Martin Mccandrew Pullathomas
Sincere condolences to Pearl and Niall, and to all the Osullivan family. On the death of John L.May his soul rest in peace.
Brendan and Margaret Cosgrove Rossport
Sincere condolences to the Sullivan family on the death of John .l may his gentle soul Rest In Peace
Ballina Branch- Garda Retired Members Association
On behalf of all our Branch members, I extend condolences to Eibhlin, Pearl and the O Sullivan Family on the death of our former colleague John L. May his gentle soul rest in peace. Danny Gallagher, Branch Secretary
Vincent and Maureen McGrath Rossport
Sorry to hear of the passing of John L. Our deepest sympathy to the O'Sullivan family.
Mary & Michael Mc Grath. Glenamoy.
Our sincere condolences to the O Sullivan family on the passing of John. He was of great assistance to us in Dublin many years ago. A gentleman in every way. May god give him eternal peace.
Kathleen and Michael Monaghan Kilgalligan Carrowteige
Sincere sympathy to all his family on the death of John L. May his gentle and kind soul rest in peace.
Trina and Anthony Sheridan
Deepest sympathy on the death of John L to his sisters Evelyn and Pearl .brothers in law Eamon and Niall nephews SeanT and Henry niece Eva ,cousins and extended family.May John L rest in Peace..Solas na Bhflaitheas dho
Paudi and Mary Corduff and family Galway
Deepest sympathy to you all on the passing of John L. May he rest in peace.
Josephine Timlin, Muingnabo/ Galway
Sincere condolences to Pearl, Niall, and all of John L family and extended family on his passing . May he rest in peace.
Annie Corduff and Family, Barhauve, Rossport
Deepest Sympathy to John L sister's Eveline and Pearl, brothers in law Eamon and Niall, nephews Sean T and Henry, niece Eva, extended family May John L Gentle soul rest in peace.
Maudie and Gerry Leonard( Corduff) Ballina
Deepest sympathy to Pearl, Eibhlín and family on death of John L. May he rest in peace.
Eamon & Anne Scanlon
Deepest sympathies to Eveline Pearl and John Ls extended Family at this very Sad time for you all. May John’s gentle Soul rest in Peace.
Margaret Liam & Ann Togher Ballycroy
Deepest sympathy to the O'Sullivan family on the passing of John L. May he rest in peace
Fr John judge killasser Swinford mayo
Deepest sympathy to sergeant John L O Sullivan's family
A real gentleman RIP
Jarlath &teresa mc Andrew and family
Deepest condolences to the o Sullivan family on the sad passing of John L .may he rest in peace.
Gerry & Angela Connor, Kilkelly, CoMayo
Deepest Sympathy to all John L’s family on his passing, he will be missed by all who knew him, former Garda colleagues, family and friends, one of life’s true gentlemen, always showed only kindness.
May his gentle soul have forever peace.
Rip John L.
Denis McGreal
Sincere sympathy to the O'Sullivan family on the sad passing of John. May John rest in peace.
Tom and Christina (Sheeran) Rynne, Rossport/Chicago
So sorry to hear of John L’s passing. He was such a gentleman. Condolences to his family. May his gentle soul Rest In Peace
Micheál Halloran Askilawn Foxford
Sincere sympathy to the O' Sullivan family on the sad passing of John L
May his gentle soul Rest in Peace.
Agnes MC Grath Rossport
So sorry to hear the death of John a gentleman always visited us when he was home so sad for Pearl Niall Sean T Eva and family may his gentle soul rest in peace x
John & Mary Naughton
Deepest sympathy to the o Sullivan family on the passing of John. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Bernie & John Ansboro. Swinford
Sincere sympathy to John L s family on his passing, he was a gentleman both in the workplace and to everyone. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Michael and Colette Murray Castlebar
Sincere sympathy to John's family. A gentleman and proud Garda for many years. May he rest in peace.
Tommie and Maria Lyons
Deepest sympathy to all the family on the death of John L. Maria (nee Golden) worked with John L in Whitehall Station Dublin , many years ago and have great memories of a true gentleman. May he now rest in well deserved eternal peace.
Betty & Lorcan Cribbin
Sincere sympathy to all John L. family. Got to know him during his time in Swinford. A lovely Man. May he Rest in Peace.
Damien & kitty Mullaney
Deepest sympathy to Evelyn, Pearl, Sean T, Eva and Henry and extended family on the very sad passing of John L. A gentleman who will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.
Celine Goff
Sincere sympathy on the passing of John may he rest in peace. Celine Goff, Park Road, Swinford
McAndrew Family Glengad,Pullathomas
So sorry to hear about the passing of John, lovely kind gentleman, great family friend to us. Deepest sympathy to all the O Sullivan family. Rip John
Father Sean Noone
My sincere sympathy with all the family of John L O'Sullivan at his passing to his eternal home. May his gentle soul rest in the Peace of Christ.
Brid ni sheighin and John Monaghan
Go ndéana Dia grásta ar anam John. Ba fear álainn é. Comhbhrón lena mhuintir
Caitlin agus Micheal O Seighin
ni maith Linn bhur dtriobloid Cara agus fear

Ni Keith Linn bhur dtriobloid Cara Linn agus fear uasal
Paddy & Imelda Cosgrove Cloontakilla Bangor Erris
Sincere sympathy to the O’Sullivan family on the death of John .May his soul rest in Peace
Martin & Carmel Williams, Kilkelly
RIP to a kind gentle man. May his gentle soul rest in Peace. RIP John L. Condolences to all the family.
Kevin and Kay Sheridan Belmullet
Deepest sympathy the O Sullivan family on the passing of John. May he rest in peace
Padraic Sheeran and Norah McGrath
Deepest condolences to John L's family, may John's gentle soul rest in peace
James and Celia Doherty Gorthmellia
Deepest sympathy to the O Sullivan family on the death of John may his soul rest in peace
Gerry and Mary omalley
Our sincere condolences to all his family may he rest in peace
Micheal and Bernie Corduff.Rossport.
Sincere sympathy to all the family.Rest in peace.
Anne and Pearse Finegan (Monaghan) Westport
Very sad to hear of John L’s death. May he rest in peace
Tony And Theresa King Aughoose
Condolence to John l O Sullivan s Family Sisters Pearl and Evelyne Brothers in Law Niall and Eamonn Niece and Nephews may John's Gentle soul rest in peace
John McCormack, Ballina
Very sad to see notice of JOHN L passing. A legend for sure and a nice man.
May he Rest In Peace.
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