Stephen Perry Sullins Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Stephen Perry Sullins, 69, Holden, Missouri passed away April 24, 2016 at home surrounded by his family. Steve was born November 7, 1946 in Topeka Kansas, to William Perry Sullins and Mable Faye (Chitwood) Sullins. Steve served his country in the United States Air Force and retired from active service as a Master Sgt. He married Dianna Abel in 1979, and had one child Nathan Sullins before moving to the Holden area 25 years ago. After moving to the Holden area, they gave birth to their daughter Rachel Sullins. Steve worked as a United States postal carrier in Holden for many years and also retired from the post office. He also worked at the Holden Image for many years. Steve was a member of the Way of Christ Fellowship Church in Holden, Missouri. Steve was a true Kansas Jayhawk fan and loved his KU basketball. Steve was a member of the local American Legion Post 90 for many years, and served as the president of the sports and band boosters in the Holden School District. Surviving his passing are his wife Dianna Sullins, of the Home; one son Nathan Sullins, Holden Missouri; one daughter Rachel Thompson and husband Jacey, Warrensburg, Missouri; two Stepsons, John Manford and wife Melissa, Belton, Missouri; Justin Manford and wife Jennifer, Houston, Texas; one Brother, Stanley Sullins, North Carolina; and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Jerry Sullins and Danny Sullins. Memorial contributions can be made in memory of Stephen Sullins to the Holden High School sports Scholarship fund. Visitation will be Friday April 29, 2016 5:00pm to 7:00pm at the Holden First United Methodist Church followed by a memorial service at the church at 7:00pm. Private graveside service will be held Monday May 2, 2016 at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery in Manhattan KS at 2:00pm with Full Military Honors.

Stephen Perry Sullins

November 7, 1946 - April 24, 2016