Obituary: Eugene S. 'Gene' Sullivan, 63, Lifelong Stamford Resident

Obituary courtesy of Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home

Eugene ‘Gene’ Sullivan, a lifelong resident of Stamford, passed away unexpectedly after a short illness at Stamford Hospital late Saturday, March 30, 2024. He was 63 years old.

Born on October 19, 1960, he was the son of Patricia Slyker Sullivan and the late Eugene Sullivan, Sr. A longtime custodian for Stamford Public Schools, assigned to Newfield School, he was the former owner of Gene Sullivan Landscaping of Stamford. Gene was particularly proud to be a co-owner, along with his son, Charlie, of Sullivan and Son Land Management, a business Charlie has grown beyond imagination.

When he wasn’t working, Gene could usually be found at one of three places – Cove Island Marina, cruising the waters of Long Island Sound on his boat, or at ‘The Garage” – a special place that hosted countless gatherings over the years, most of which were unscheduled and full of laughter and friendship. Many problems were discussed - usually, though, none were solved.

An accomplished fisherman and formerly a recreational lobsterman, Gene was a reliable resource for all things boat and water-related. He was also a member of the Stamford Shellfish Commission. Gene’s circle of friends is a testament to him as a person; if you needed help with anything, no one was more ready to help than Gene.

In addition to his mother and his son Charlie, Gene is survived by Charlie’s mother, Jill Lovello; his sister, Anna Stearne and daughter, Christina; his brother-in-law, Dave Lewis and daughters Karen and Stephanie; and his extended family - Duane and Gayle Lovello and their sons Michael and Stephen; Tommy and Susan Iacovacci and their children Matthew, Sam, and Raeanne; and Chrissie and Connie Lovello; and ‘Uncle Richie’ Lovello.

In addition to his father, he is predeceased by his maternal and paternal grandparents, his sister Coleen Lewis, and his sister, Diana Sullivan.

Calling hours will take place on Thursday, April 4, from 4 to 8 PM at the Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home, 104 Myrtle Ave., in Stamford. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, April 5 at 10 AM at St. John’s RC Church, 1986 Boston Post Rd., Darien. Interment immediatel following at Spring Grove Cemetery, Darien.

Gene's untimely passing is a reminder that every day is a gift; tomorrow is promised to no one. Please ensure those closest to you know how much they mean to you.