Obituary of Stephen Xavier Sullivan

Stephen X Sullivan, age 73 of St. Louis Park

Died of a heart attack on Jan 6, 2021. He is survived by his wife Diana Sullivan. 

Steve attended Blake High School Class of 1966. He received his Public Safety Master of Education degree at University of St. Thomas Class of 1991. 

Steve was a great believer in the rule of law and dedicated his life to the service of his community. After serving many years at various departments around the cities including Glencoe and New Brighton he became the Chief of Police for the City of Bayport, MN in 1982. In 1991 he became the Chief of Police for Orono, eventually retiring in 1995. 

After his many years of service Steve decided to pursue his second passion; education of the next generation of police officers. He became the coordinator of the Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement programs at Normandale Community College from 1996 until 2021. During much of this time he still continued to serve the community as a member of Metro Transit Police. In 2013 after serving for 25 years he retired from duty.

Steve had the pleasure of touching many lives within the community over a long career of service. He was founding member of the Emerald Society of Minnesota and proud platinum card holder at Starbucks. 

Visitation January 18, 2021 11am-1pm

First Memorial Funeral Chapel Edina

7110 France Ave S, Edina, MN 

In lieu of flowers and in recognition of Steve's passion for education please support a scholarship in Steve Sullivan's name at Normandale Community College Foundation. 

Please contact Jane at  952-358-8147.