Kelly N. Sullivan, 53, of Rapid City, SD, passed away Sunday, February 7, 2010, at his home surrounded by his family.

Kelly is survived by his wife, Paula Sullivan of Rapid City, SD; his eight children, Kelly Sullivan, Jr. of Spring, TX, Rachel Sullivan of Savage, MT, Amber Sparker of Avon Lake, OH, Mandy Nelson of Breckenridge, MN, Shannon Jones of Spearfish, SD, Rollie Sullivan of Casper, WY, Kayla Sullivan of Rapid City, SD, Courtney Sullivan of Rapid City, SD; his father William Sullivan of Fairview, MT; three brothers, Bill Sullivan, Rollie Sullivan and Kevin Sullivan; two sisters, Connie Mason and Deanna Sullivan and his ten grandsons.

Kelly was preceded in death by his mother, Darlene Sullivan and his brother, Jeff Sullivan.

Kelly was born and raised in Fairview, MT. After high school he worked as a meat department manager at various grocery stores in Montana and the Dakotas. In 1993, Kelly moved to Rapid City, SD where he married his wife Paula. He worked in meat sales for the next fifteen years. Kelly was known for his hard work and dedication. Kelly enjoyed many things in life. He loved to be outdoors, fishing and camping and he took great pride in maintaining his yard. On Sunday he could always be found in front of the television watching his beloved Miami dolphins play. His greatest joy in life was spending time with his family by whom he will be truly missed.

Services will be at 1pm on Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at Kirk Funeral Home, 1051 E. Minnesota St., Rapid City with Pastor Bill Sullivan officiating.

Additional services for Kelly will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, February 12, at Zion Lutheran Church in Fairview. MT