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Jeffrey Donald “Jeff” Sullivan

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Jeffrey Donald “Jeff” Sullivan

Birth
Viroqua, Vernon County, Wisconsin, USA
Death
28 Dec 2019 (aged 61)
Kendall, Monroe County, Wisconsin, USA
Burial
Ontario, Vernon County, Wisconsin, USA Add to Map
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Jeffrey D. Sullivan, age 61, of Kendall and formerly of Ontario has been called home to God in Heaven on Saturday, December 28, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. Preceding Jeff in death on his maternal side, grandparents, Clifford and Adeline (Hall) Pettygrove and an Uncle James Pettygrove, on his paternal side, Jeff's father, Thomas Sullivan, grandparents, James and Marie (Lansdorf) Sullivan, eleven aunts, eleven uncles and many cousins, and friends.

Born on December 28, 1958 to Thomas and Patricia (Pettygrove) Sullivan in Viroqua. Jeff graduated from Brookwood High School in 1977. As a high school athlete, Jeff participated in football, basket-ball and track. He furthered his education with a degree from Madison Area Technical College studying small engine and repair. Later he earned his CDL for driving semi-trucks.

On June 21, 1980, Jeff was united in marriage to Marsha A. Tainter Barbour. Farming was his passion. He also enjoyed deer hunting, buying and selling, reading and researching topics of interest and photographing nature and wildlife.

His heart most desired quality time with his loved ones and friends and reading God's word.

Moving from Stoughton, Jeff and Marsha purchased the Hemerley farm near Kendall to pursue his love of farming. Later, they built a new home on the back 40 acres of the land when they sold the farm. Jeff and Marsha worked together to establish a loving home for their family. Recently, they bought the Cote Ranch located in Cole's Valley between Tomah and Sparta. Their daughter Stacy manages the property now called Star-Luck Stable.

Jeff had a vast skill set and throughout his lifetime held a variety of jobs. He logged with his father, dairy farmed, was a process technician at Ocean Spray, drove semi for Chosen Transport and Specialty Foods Distribution as well as various other jobs. He met some very special people through these experiences and truly valued those relationships. Jeff most recently worked for ValMetal Group out of Tomah. He enjoyed his work and the relationships with the special people there. This company went above and beyond to provide support for Jeff during the last difficult months of his life and he and his family are so thankful.

Jeff's daughters were his special girls! He enjoyed watching them grow into successful beautiful young ladies. Family was so important to him. His close relationship and love of God made him a compassionate man, always paying it forward to others. Jeff's family & friends will miss him dearly.

Jeff's brother Doug helped to care for him at his Kendall home. Doug's selfless giving spirit was a true blessing to Jeff and his family. Jeff was surrounded by so much love from family and friends in his last little while here on earth, his temporary home.

Jeff's journey through this life was a beautiful one. His experience with cancer revealed the unshakable faith God had given him. He always said, "God's plan is good and His timing is perfect". Jeff's peace soothed those around him and made him an inspiration to others.

A Gentle Giant who loved so well, brought endless joy and laughter into the lives of others.

A Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at Grace Community Church, Ontario. Pastor Bruce Milleman will officiate. Burial will be in the Hilltop Rest Cemetery, Ontario.
Jeffrey D. Sullivan, age 61, of Kendall and formerly of Ontario has been called home to God in Heaven on Saturday, December 28, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. Preceding Jeff in death on his maternal side, grandparents, Clifford and Adeline (Hall) Pettygrove and an Uncle James Pettygrove, on his paternal side, Jeff's father, Thomas Sullivan, grandparents, James and Marie (Lansdorf) Sullivan, eleven aunts, eleven uncles and many cousins, and friends.

Born on December 28, 1958 to Thomas and Patricia (Pettygrove) Sullivan in Viroqua. Jeff graduated from Brookwood High School in 1977. As a high school athlete, Jeff participated in football, basket-ball and track. He furthered his education with a degree from Madison Area Technical College studying small engine and repair. Later he earned his CDL for driving semi-trucks.

On June 21, 1980, Jeff was united in marriage to Marsha A. Tainter Barbour. Farming was his passion. He also enjoyed deer hunting, buying and selling, reading and researching topics of interest and photographing nature and wildlife.

His heart most desired quality time with his loved ones and friends and reading God's word.

Moving from Stoughton, Jeff and Marsha purchased the Hemerley farm near Kendall to pursue his love of farming. Later, they built a new home on the back 40 acres of the land when they sold the farm. Jeff and Marsha worked together to establish a loving home for their family. Recently, they bought the Cote Ranch located in Cole's Valley between Tomah and Sparta. Their daughter Stacy manages the property now called Star-Luck Stable.

Jeff had a vast skill set and throughout his lifetime held a variety of jobs. He logged with his father, dairy farmed, was a process technician at Ocean Spray, drove semi for Chosen Transport and Specialty Foods Distribution as well as various other jobs. He met some very special people through these experiences and truly valued those relationships. Jeff most recently worked for ValMetal Group out of Tomah. He enjoyed his work and the relationships with the special people there. This company went above and beyond to provide support for Jeff during the last difficult months of his life and he and his family are so thankful.

Jeff's daughters were his special girls! He enjoyed watching them grow into successful beautiful young ladies. Family was so important to him. His close relationship and love of God made him a compassionate man, always paying it forward to others. Jeff's family & friends will miss him dearly.

Jeff's brother Doug helped to care for him at his Kendall home. Doug's selfless giving spirit was a true blessing to Jeff and his family. Jeff was surrounded by so much love from family and friends in his last little while here on earth, his temporary home.

Jeff's journey through this life was a beautiful one. His experience with cancer revealed the unshakable faith God had given him. He always said, "God's plan is good and His timing is perfect". Jeff's peace soothed those around him and made him an inspiration to others.

A Gentle Giant who loved so well, brought endless joy and laughter into the lives of others.

A Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at Grace Community Church, Ontario. Pastor Bruce Milleman will officiate. Burial will be in the Hilltop Rest Cemetery, Ontario.

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