Joan M Sullivan

Joan Sullivan Obituary Joan Marie Sullivan, 70, passed away on March 7, 2025, at Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. Born on April 11, 1954, Joan dedicated herself to a life of service, compassion, and community involvement. Joan grew up attending local schools including Rosedale, Hazeldell, Captain Arthur Roth, and Patrick Henry Junior High, before graduating from Glenville High School in 1972. She furthered her education at Ohio State University and Cuyahoga Community College, where she studied Dietary Science. Her career was marked by a longstanding commitment to the Ohio Bureau of Employment Services, where she worked in various capacities including Family Services Counseling, Unemployment Benefits Specialist, and Union Steward. Joan was known for her straightforward, honest approach and her dedication to helping others navigate the complexities of employment services. A woman of deep faith, Joan was an active member of the Greater Abyssinia Baptist Church until 1973 and then at Second Mt Olive Missionary Baptist Church until her death. She was deeply involved in church activities and projects, reflecting her generous spirit and dedication to her faith community. Joan's personal life was filled with joy from her relationships and hobbies. She was an avid bowler, enjoyed decorating, and had a keen eye for antiques, which she collected from second-hand stores. Her passion for cooking and fashion was well known among her friends and family, as she loved shopping and coordinating outfits. Joan also found relaxation in watching TV dramas and listening to music. She was a devoted mother to her son, Reginald Sullivan, and a loving sister to Joyce Sylvia. Joan is survived by her brother-in-law, George Sylvia; niece, Jennifer Booze; nephew, Christian Booze; aunt, Faye Moore; first cousins, Dawn Harris and Denise Farris; and great-nieces and nephews, Maya, Nadia, Raven, Aaliyah, Jackson, Mila, Maggie, and Jermel. Additionally, Joan has a number of other cousins and is considered an 'aunt', 'mom', or extended family member to many other close friends. Joan was preceded in death by her parents, Claude and Helen Waugh Sullivan; nephew, Julian Booze; great-niece, Janae Booze; and aunts and uncles, Cindy and Charles Rhodes, Hallie and Abraham Carter, and Albert Moore. A service celebrating Joan's life will be held at Second Mt Olive Missionary Baptist Church on Saturday, March 15th at 10 am. Joan's life was a testament to her unwavering faith, love for her family, and dedication to her community. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Joan M Sullivan, please visit our floral store. Read More

Joan M Sullivan

April 11, 1954 - March 7, 2025