Gordon Sullivan died peacefully Monday, Sept. 26 ^th , 2022, at Portsmouth Regional Hospital.

He was born April 24 ^th 1951, at Portsmouth Hospital to Margaret M. Sullivan (Morse) and Lawrence G. Sullivan, both predeceased him. He was their third child and only son, having two older sisters Frances (Fran) and Judith (Jay). He grew up in the family home on Pepperell Road in Kittery Point, Maine.

He was educated in the Kittery school system - class of 1969. He had several interesting jobs, not much pay, which led him to the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. He graduated from the University of Maine, Orono, while working full time at PNSY. He graduated from the Apprenticeship Program and quickly rose through the ranks. Most of his career was as an inside Machinist Instructor 900T. He retired July 30 ^th 2011 after 35+ years of service. He was an avid reader of history and economics and enjoyed all kinds of music and sports.

Gordon is survived by:  Sisters - Fran Farr, Jay Sullivan-Mintz and spouse Mike Jones. Wife of 32+ years - Donna Sullivan. Donna's daughter - Mary Oakes and husband Paul Oakes. Grandchildren Eleanor Farrell and Egen Oakes. Great grandchildren Madison Farrell and twins Scarlett and Reina Solivan. Three nephews, two nieces and their children.

He will be missed by family and friends alike. Some special friends: Barry said Gordon was truly a "brother" and had a way of listening and not judging. Jeff, discussing music and guitars and enjoying an occasional cookout. Close friend and retired co-worker Ron enjoying a friendly beer, exchanges of where the fish were, boating and vehicle issues. There are many others he grew up with or worked with and he remembered all of them.

Special memories of Gordon:

Fran – Ten years separated Gordon and me. We bridged that gap with our mutual love of nature, the sea, Irish music, a delicious meal, a good book and devotion to our beloved parents. Although a self-proclaimed "hermit", Gordon's dry humor and quick wit engaged us all.

Jay – Seven years separated Gordon and me. So much to say about my brother. Sunday drives when he was little, laughing at his antics. I adored him. He had a fine mind, a spontaneous sense of humor, was astute in financial matters. When I asked for some financial advice, he explained the complexities of the financial world and in his wisdom finally said to go to a good financial planner.

Mike – Gordon and I had many good conversations, he felt like a brother to me.

Mary – He encouraged me to maneuver his boat the ENE. I was so nervous but he was a great teacher and a calming presence – I did it! So grateful for the family times together.

Paul – Listening to Music, I said "I like Waylan Jennings and George Jones", he responded "I like them too but it's too citified for me". He always let you know that you have to truck through it even when things get tough.

Ellie – With dinner almost ready grandpa would say "It's almost show time", I have been saying it since he passed. The dessert banana no matter how big the meal was. The challenge to jump off the dock, fully clothed, and swim around the dock so we wouldn't drown if we fell in. Many math, chess and knot tying sessions.

Egen – One great memory was when we were building a catapult for my middle school project and used Busters cat food tin as the target. I think I came in second or so for the project. I helped Grandpa put in and take out the floats and gangway and we worked on several dock repairs. Hard work but we always went out to lunch afterwards.

Maddie – One time years ago when I spent the night, I was saying goodnight to him and I said "sweet dreams" and he said "pleasant dreams". Since then, whenever I stayed overnight, we would repeat the same thing and have a small laugh about it. We played ping pong inside and croquet outside, such fun.

Twins – Good buy great grandpa.

Donna – Gordon and I agreed, no one is perfect. I liked Gordon from the first day I met him. He listened to me and me to him and that continued through our entire relationship. I was so lucky to meet him when I did. He showed me how to have fun again. Taking walks, hiking, camping, driving back roads in ME and NH, boating, fishing, listening to every kind of music, shopping and cooking together. He showed me ways to save wisely on what I earned. We contributed to our monthly expenses by the percentage of income we made, it works. He was someone I liked, trusted and loved. He will always be part of me. I'll miss you Gordon but I'll be OK.