Bobby Wilson Sullivan

Bobby Wilson Sullivan, age 80, passed away on Sunday, March 14, 2021. Born in Nash County, NC on March 27, 1940, he was the son of the late Walter Ransome and Florence Gardner Sullivan. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Lois Jean Butler Sullivan.

Bobby was one of twenty-one children. He worked for the United States Postal Service. He was also a proud veteran. He will always be remembered as a loving husband, father, granddaddy, son, brother and friend to all who knew him.

Bobby is survived by his daughters, Penny S. Cook and husband, Gerald, of Henderson, Tammy M. Sullivan of Rocky Mount, Dianna L. Fuller and husband, Todd of Jensen Beach, FL; his son, Mark Sullivan and Melissa Sykes, of Abingdon, VA; his grandchildren, Jacqueline Davidson, Greyson Elizabeth Rizo and husband, Roy, Benjamin Winslow, Cassidy Sullivan, Raymond Carter III and wife, Alena, Lindsey Tompkins and husband, Daniel, Brittan Harris and husband Joshua, Madison Fuller and Hope Fuller; his 12 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

A Graveside Service with Military Rites will be held on Wednesday, March 17, 2021 at 2:00 PM at Rocky Mount Memorial Park with Rev. Cathy Carter officiating.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the family is requesting the need for social distancing and wearing of masks due to health concerns faced around our nation at this time.

Flowers are welcome.

Arrangements entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 661 English Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.johnsonfuneralsandcremations.com.