William Matthew Sullivant Obituary in Fremont at Fremont Chapel Of The Roses

William Matthew Sullivant

9/14/1953 - 12/16/2013

Obituary For William Matthew Sullivant

Bill passed away in his home surrounded by his family at the age of 60. He was born in San Francisco and grew up in South San Francisco, graduating from SSF High School in 1971. Later, Bill went on to graduate from Cal State Hayward with a B.S. degree in Computer Science. He spent the past 26 years of his career working for Oracle (formerly Sun Microsystems).

Bill is survived by his wife Charito Sullivant, son Matthew Sullivant (Sunaina), daughter Shannon Hulse (Jerry), as well as the mother of his children and friend Susan Sullivant (Petar). He is also survived by his brother Don Sullivant, his sister Kathy Toohey (Tom) and their families including many nieces and nephews. Bill is predeceased by his father and mother Delbert and Agnes Sullivant, and his sister Dolores Delucchi.

In lieu of flowers, a gift may be made in memory of Bill to the charity of your choice.

A Celebration of Life will be held for Bill at the home of his daughter on Saturday, February 1st, 2014 from 1-4pm. For further information, please contact Shannon or Fremont Chapel of the Roses at (510) 797-1900.

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10/01/2021

Roger Whitson

Bill Sullivant and I first started hanging out together in the 7th grade so we kind of grew up together. We became great friends and for many years that followed, we were a major part of each othersâ lives. Whether on a road trip, bicycle backpacking, competing in archery, hiking the Sierras, fishing the Smith River or panning gold in the American River, we shared thousands of memorable adventures. And a million laughs. My life has been greatly enriched because Bill was, and will always be, my friend. Roger Whitson
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Roger Whitson

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Don Sullivant ( brother)

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10/01/2021

Don Sullivant ( brother)

Dear Bill you will be greatly missed. We all love you, you were my friend & brother, wonderful father. I rejoice that I will see you again. I love you Bill.
10/01/2021

Ron Lewerenz

I knew Bill for 25 years, meeting him in the old Product Engineering group. When I joined that group, Bill was being promoted, so I took over his bench and hand tools. I still remember him saying "Keep this bench and tools in good order - in case I ever need them again" 🙂 On my fist day at Sun, there was a group picnic up at Ed Levin Park, and I remember Bill immediately coming over and sitting down right across from me to chat me up. We both had things in common: an interest and love of the martial arts and being thorough in whatever we did in life. Bill, I will miss you my friend...
10/01/2021

Steve Nelson

I've known Bill since the early Sun Microsystem years. Several times I've shared concert tickets with him. We've gone to a Blue Oyster Cult concert together in Livermore. It's been a pleasure knowing you Bill. Peace be with you. You will be missed.
10/01/2021

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Roger Whitson

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10/01/2021

Don Sullivant ( brother)

I miss you both!
10/01/2021

Alison Armstrong

Bill was an amazing Engineer. He was a mentor to his team and he was always professional and hard working. He worked on very complex servers that were leading edge. He is already very much missed by his colleagues and friends at work. Alison Armstrong, Product Line Director Operations, Oracle
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Fremont Chapel of the Roses

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10/01/2021

Sue Sullivant

Bill and I were great friends in high school and forever remained caring friends even though our lives took different directions. I will always hold on to all the wonderful memories we had. Thank you for our fabulous kids - Matt and Shannon. I am very sorry you had to leave us so young. You are greatly missed.... Love, Sue

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