Edward L. Sullivan, 80, of Palm Harbor, Florida, passed away on Monday, September 2nd, 2024.  He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Patricia; daughter Ann Waterhouse (Todd); son Edward R. “Robb” Sullivan (Diana); grandchildren Amber Majerus (Kenny), Aidan Sullivan, Jocelyn Waterhouse, Oliver Waterhouse; and great-grandchildren Paityn Baughman and Beckett Majerus.  He is also survived by his brother Michael  Sullivan (Judy); and sister Mary Jo Blakely. Predeceased by brother Joseph Sullivan; as well as parents Mary and Edward Sullivan.

Memorial service to be held on September 21^st, 2024, at 11:30 am at St. Ignatius church in Tarpon Springs, Florida.

Edward served as a Captain in the United States Marine Corps and was a veteran of Vietnam, having fought through the Tet Offensive. With a long career in various sales roles, he remained an avid supporter of all Chicago and Tampa Bay football and baseball teams, sometimes to the dismay of his family.  Not a flashy man, his superbly dry sense of humor, genuine listening skills, and broad interests made him a wise counselor and sounding-board for all.  Exceptionally proud of his children and all his grandchildren, he was a truly caring, concerned father and a stalwart of the broader family.  He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.