Paul Francis Sullivan
February 23, 1962 - August 13, 2018
Paul F. Sullivan, 56, of West Allis, WI died at 2:19 PM on Monday, August 13, 2018 at Froedtert Memorial Hospital surrounded by loved ones after a long hard battle with his health. Born February 23, 1962 in Shorewood, WI, the son of Daniel and Margaret (Rickert) Sullivan.
Paul attended Marquette University, where he was involved in Army ROTC and studied criminology and law. While attending MU, Paul met his wife Kristina (Keyser). He served as an officer for 10 years in the Wisconsin Army National Guard 32nd Infantry Headquarters Company. In addition, Paul dedicated 30 years of service to the Village of Shorewood Police Department, beginning his career as a parking checker and retiring as a Lieutenant. Paul dedicated his life to Boy Scouts of America. He was an Eagle Scout and continued to lead and mentor young men throughout Milwaukee County. When he wasn't serving others, Paul enjoyed traveling and spending time with his service dog Ion.
Survivors include his wife Kristina, of West Allis, WI, son, Nathan (Rachel) of Johnson Creek, daughter Colleen (Ian) Sylvester of Columbus, OH, grandchildren Keegan Sullivan, Elizabeth Sylvester and Erin Sylvester, brother Danny Sullivan, sister Anne (Jim) Wesner and his mother Margaret (Bill) Sullivan.
Visitation Tuesday, August 21 at Wisconsin Memorial Park-Chapel of the Chimes, 13235 W. Capitol Dr., Brookfield from 1:30 until time of Funeral Service at 3:30 PM. Entombment and full military honors to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Canine Companions for Independence, www.cci.org.