John “Jack” A. Sullivan, Jr.

John "Jack" A. Sullivan, Jr., 73, of Hanover, PA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 16, 2020 with family at his side.

Born in Baltimore, MD, he was the son of the late John and Mary Sullivan. He was the loving husband to Rosemary Sullivan.

Jack worked as a claims case manager for the Baltimore Gas & Electric for nearly 54 years. He enjoyed his job, where there was still "plenty to learn," and was grateful for his work family. A proud veteran of the United States Navy and served his country during the Vietnam War. Jack enjoyed the beach, golfing, and spending time with family, friends, and his dogs.

Jack was a member of the American Legion Carroll Post 31 and the Jaycees. From 1970-1978, he was a member of the Laurel Jaycees and held various positions within the organization, including that of interclub relations director. In 1976 Jack transferred membership to the Glen Burnie Jaycees, again a primary role that Jack played was interclub relations, which well suited him, given his outgoing personality and love and respect that he always showed toward others. Jack held numerous leadership positions throughout his time with the Jaycees, on the local level as Director and President, on the state level as a Regional Director (Region III) and he played a significant role in the election of numerous Maryland JC Presidents over the years. The highest honor to be achieved in the JC organization is to be named as a lifetime member in the JCI Senate. This honor was awarded to Jack, and he became a Maryland JCI Senator. Jack also served as a director of the Share-Your-Christmas Foundation, an organization dedicated to raising funds to ensure families have a Merry Christmas. Jack served as director from 1980 to the present day.

He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Surviving in addition to his wife are his children: Melanie, Wendy, Shannon and Ricky, 7 grandchildren, and beloved miniature poodles.

He was predeceased by a brother: Kevin P. Sullivan and a son: John A. Sullivan III.

The family will receive friends at the Eckhardt Funeral Chapel, P.A., 3296 Charmil Drive, Manchester, MD on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. Funeral services and interment will be private.

If desired, donations may be made in John "Jack" Sullivan's memory to Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Drive, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125.