Michael Sullivan

Michael Sullivan, 75, of Whiting, NJ, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 29, 2025, in Aurora, Colorado. Michael was born and raised in Jersey City, New Jersey. Michael was a Chief Master Sergeant for the United States Air Force, serving 24 years at several military bases, including Kirtland AFB, New Mexico; Holloman AFB, New Mexico; and Vandenberg AFB, California, specializing in Instrumentation and Electronics. Upon retirement from the Air Force, Michael returned to New Jersey and was contracted to work as an Avionics Technician for the United States Government at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. His duties included testing and repairing aircraft communication and navigation equipment, until his retirement in 2019. Michael continued working as a technician for the New Jersey Forest Fire Service, servicing aircraft used to fight fires, until the time of his passing.

Michael was a man who found joy in life’s simple and meaningful pleasures, such as playing a cutthroat game of Monopoly or cribbage, enjoying a craft beer with family and friends, hearing the roar of an engine, or the sight of a racetrack. He had a passion for speed whether it be cars, planes, helicopters, or riding his motorcycle. He enjoyed good music, reading, sports, and a “righteous” meal shared around a table with family and friends, full of stories, laughter, and seconds (and sometimes-even thirds).

Michael enjoyed quiet evenings sitting on the couch with his wife and their pets. He always looked forward to time spent with friends and family, and his Friday breakfasts with “the guys.” He was thoughtful, genuinely kind, and always the first one to offer to lend a hand or help out. Michael had a positive outlook on life and always looked for the good in others.

Above all, Michael loved his family. He was a proud and devoted dad and grandfather. He was fiercely loyal, endlessly supportive, and always made time for those he loved. His greatest pride was watching his family grow and thrive. While he may have parked his motorcycle for the last time, his ride continues in the love he gave, the music he shared, and the memories that will never fade.

Michael is predeceased by his father, Michael J. Sullivan; mother Annetta Hope Sullivan (nee Rapacioli); brother, William Marks; sister, Annette Baker; grandson Gabriel David Ruzzo; former father and mother-in-laws Alejandro, and Anna Garcia.

He is survived by his wife, Ruth Sullivan of Whiting, New Jersey; daughter, Kerri Sullivan of Albuquerque, New Mexico; son, Michael Sullivan and wife, Davina, and grandsons Michael and Connor Sullivan of Albuquerque, New Mexico; daughter, Jackie Ruzzo and husband Rob, and grandson, Oliver Ruzzo of Coventry, Connecticut; son, David Bobrowicz and wife Melanie, and grandchildren, Bryan, Katie, Leah, and Emma Bobrowicz of New Jersey; his brother, Lawrence Sullivan and wife, Susan Sullivan of Milford, Delaware; his niece, Jennifer Castro and husband, Tom Castro, and children, Leah and Kaitlyn Castro of Keyport, New Jersey; niece, Danielle Sullivan, and son Adan York of Keyport, New Jersey; nieces, Janice Stanton, Sandra Cruz, Lynne Mondella, and nephew, Joseph Shabib; his sister-in-law, Margot Marks; former spouse, Roseanne Garcia-Sullivan of Albuquerque, New Mexico; sister-in-law, Ruby Garcia of Albuquerque, New Mexico; brother-in-law, Raul Garcia and spouse Robin Jones of New York, New York; brother-in-law, Manuel Garcia of Albuquerque, New Mexico; brother-in-law, Kirby Garcia and spouse Maxine Torrez of Albuquerque, New Mexico.

A memorial gathering for Michael will be held on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM with a memorial service beginning at 10:30 AM at Anderson & Campbell Funeral Home, 115 Lacey Road, Whiting, NJ 08759. Following the memorial gathering at 1:30 PM will be the committal of ashes at Holy Name Cemetery & Mausoleum, 823 West Side Ave, Jersey City, NJ.

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