Jerry Clyde Sullivan, 81, from Pocahontas, AR, passed away on March 18, 2025, at St. Bernard’s Medical Center in Jonesboro, Arkansas.

Born on March 14, 1944, in Maynard, Arkansas, Jerry dedicated his life to hard work and family. Following in his father’s footsteps, he built a successful career in the sawmill industry as the owner and operator of Sullivan’s Sawmill for over 30 years.

After retiring from the timber business, he transitioned to agriculture, owning and operating Sullivan Farms, LLC until his retirement in 2004. After retirement, Jerry enjoyed his hobby of fishing and watching NASCAR Races from his chair at home.

Jerry was a devoted husband to his wife, Shirley West Sullivan of 64 years, who survives, and a loving father to his 3 daughters, Vickie Smithson of Pocahontas, AR, Lisa (James) Cagle of Pocahontas, AR, and Donna (Rocky) Hill of Maynard, Ar. He cherished his grandchildren Seth (Regina) Hill of Maynard, AR, and Ashley (Cody) Lindsey of Pocahontas, AR, as well as his great-grandchildren Austin Carpenter of Maynard, AR, Breonna (Alex) Stowers of Imboden, AR, and Rhett Lindsey of Pocahontas, Ar. Jerry is also survived by his sister Erma Hill of Pocahontas, AR and many loved nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Normal Otto Sullivan and Mary Elizabeth Sullivan; his sisters Norma Hocking and Elizabeth Sullivan; and his son-in-law Dennis Smithson.

A visitation will be held on Friday, March 21, 2025, from 10:00 am to 12:00 PM at McNabb Funeral Home, located at 2129 N. Park St., Pocahontas, Arkansas. A service will immediately follow the visitation beginning at 12:00 pm. Cremation to follow with no graveside service.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Jerry felt strongly about supporting St. Jude’s. Jerry’s legacy of dedication and love will be remembered by all who knew him.

His one true love was his family, and he was grateful for each one of them. He will be missed.