On Thursday, January 31, 2013, Steve S. 'Sully' Sullivan, 82, of New Brighton, peacefully entered into heaven surrounded by his loving family at Heritage Valley Beaver.

Steve was born January 1, 1931, in New Brighton, a son of the late Steve S. and Jemima (Grimes) Sullivan. Steve served in the United States Army 1st Calvary Division from 1947 until 1953. He did his basic training at Fort Dix, New Jersey, and his overseas tours of duty included the Philippines, Japan and Korea. He was awarded the Bronze Star of Valor, Purple Heart, Combat Infantryman Badge, Philippine Liberation with two Battle Stars, Japan Occupation, Korean Occupation with three Battle Stars, Prisoner of War Medal, Good Conduct Medal and a Presidential Citation. Having served with distinction throughout his military career, Steve wore his uniform proudly. He brought proficiency and expertise to his challenging assignments, and his conduct, performance and devotion to duty reflect his unwavering allegiance to the highest standards of military service. He retired from the former Westinghouse Electric in Vanport after 25 years of service and was a member of the I.B.E.W. and the American Legion, Post #19, New Brighton.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Susie E. Sullivan, January 27, 2001; four brothers, Allen, Wayne, George, William and a sister, Mildred Marx.

Steve will be forever cherished and always remembered by his loving children, Timothy and Shannon Sullivan, Center Twp.and Scott and Kristy Sullivan, Daugherty Twp. He was lovingly known as Pap to his grandchildren, Sean and Kaitlyn Sullivan. He will also be sadly missed by a special friend, Mary Taglieri and numerous nieces, nephews and their families.

Friends will be received Monday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. in the J&J SPRATT FUNERAL HOME, 1612 Third Ave., New Brighton, www.jjsprattfh.com, where funeral service will be held Tuesday at 11a.m. with the Rev. Donald W. MacNeil, of The Church of the Nazarene, New Brighton, officiating.

Interment will follow in Grove Cemetery, New Brighton.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations be made in memory of Steve to Life of Beaver County, 131 Pleasant Drive, Suite 1, Aliquippa, PA 15001.

Members of the Beaver County Special Unit will meet at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at the cemetery to provide full military honors.

The family would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all the staff of Life of Beaver County, especially Dr. Laura Mantine and Sebrenna for their compassionate and extraordinary loving care. He will dearly miss all the wonderful friends he made while participating in Life of Beaver County. We give heartfelt thanks to Dave, Barb and kids for the love and exceptional care they gave to their 'SortaPap'. We would also like to thank our family and friends for the many acts of kindness and prayers over the last 3 months.

Steve will always be remembered as a kind and loving person, whose smile warmed the hearts of those around him.