Justin Thomas “J.T.” Sullivan, 10, of Warren, Pa. died Monday, April 16, 2012 in UPMC Children’s Hospital, Pittsburgh, Pa. J.T. was born in Warren on February 25, 2002 to Charles R. and Hope M. Lauffenberger Sullivan. He was a fourth grader at Warren Area Elementary Center. J.T. loved the outdoors – whether shooting guns or four wheeling. He was also quite a fire bug. In his final moments, J.T. gave the gift of life to others in need by donating his organs.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his maternal grandmother – Kathy Gross Lauffenberger, of Warren; paternal grandparents – Robert E. and Pamela E. Black Sullivan, of Emlenton, Pa.; a brother and sister – Dean Paul and Madelyn Grace Sullivan, at home, paternal aunt – Crystal Sullivan Space, her husband, Daniel and children – Jacob and Jade of Shippenville, Pa.
J.T. was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather – Hugh T. Lauffenberger; and his uncle – Kevin Sullivan.
Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. 304 East St., Warren, 16365 on Friday, April 20, 2012 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 pm. A funeral service will be conducted 11:00 am Saturday, April 21, 2012 in the First Church of the Nazarene, 907 Pennsylvania Ave. East Warren, with Rev. Marcus Briggs, Chaplain of Warren General Hospital, officiating. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the funeral. Private interment will follow in Warren County Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be directed to C.O.R.E. 204 Sigma Drive, RIDC Park, Pittsburgh 15238. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com.
My heart goes out to to your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May god be with your family at this difficult time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. May Justin RIP.
Jerry & Jana (Davids sister)
You have my deepest sympathy. I lost a brother (9yrs old) and a daughter several years ago.
I know what you are going through and can only say time will ease your pain.
You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Greg
Justin was such a bright, loving young boy. He always had a smile on his face. He will be greatly missed. You have my deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
You don’t know me but I am Daniels aunt. I am so very sorry for your loss and the pain you must endure. I want to say how unselfish you are in the donation of Justin ‘s organs such a beautiful gift you gave. Justin is giving someone life he is living on. There are many painful days to follow but lean on those that love you. God bless you through this very hard time. You are in our prayers.
I remember Justin fondly from summer camp. He was a delightful boy and was so much fun to be around. He was such an adoring big brother as well. He will be greatly missed. My deepest condolences to the Sullivan family. Lots of prayers coming your way.
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Justin was such a very special little boy . My heart goes out to you and your family at this time and know that you are in our prayers.
So sorry for your loss may u find comfort in god at this hard times. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
God received and angel and other people received a gift noone else could give. Your son JT did more on earth and in heaven than most people can ever imagine doing. What a special boy.
I know this has to be so hard for you. I am praying for peace and understanding for your family. You should be proud of your son and let his memory and love carry you through the days, months, and years ahead. He will always be with you! Hugs and prayers.
Carrie
I read the obituary in our local newspaper and my heart just aches for the family and friends of this young, little “firebug” for his early demise. I don’t know the family but just comprehending the pain and heartache they all must endure for this loss must be very saddening and overwhelming. Always cherish the short time you shared with J.T. and think fondly on all the memories that were created while he was granted to you as a “gift from God”. He is at home now and will be at peace with all the other Angels that were taken far too soon from their families. May he rest in peace and fly freely. God Bless you all.
Dear Charles, Hope, Dean Paul and Madelyn Grace, What a special child Justin was. In visiting the school and gathering information about him, it is obvious that he was an exceptionally well mannored and caring person. I myself or anyone else would have been so proud to have been his parents. I have a grown red haired son and can only imagine the heart ache and emptyness that you are feeling now. God bless and carry you and give you strength in each other as life moves on. Blessings, Chaplain Marc
Hope, Charlie and family, I am so sorry about Justin. I will be thinking and praying for all of you, that you will have the strength to handle the days and months ahead. I am sorry that I cannot make it in person to pass along my thoughts, but know that I am thinking of you. If there is anything that I can do for you please let me know. Jan
We are very sorry for your loss and are thoughts and prayers are with your family. May he rest in peace.
Very sorry for your loss. Many thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time. May he rest in peace and may you have strength and courage through the time ahead. Jessica & Kayleigh
Dear Sullivan Family, I spent a short time with your family several years ago through Early Intervention. I was so sorry to learn of your loss. Words cannot express your sorrow and I will remember you all in my prayers. God take care of you in your time of grief. Sincerely, Christine Topa
My heart goes out to all the family and friends of JT. So sorry for your loss.
he will live on throught the people he helped by donating his organs.