In loving memory of Paddy Sullivan who sadly passed away on 3rd January 2026, aged 92.
Paddy was born in the beautiful Schull, County Cork, Ireland. He was the third child of Mary Golden and Michael Sullivan. His siblings were Jimmy, Michael (Mick), and Mary.
Paddy moved to England, completed his national service and cousins May & Frank helped him start his career as an electrician. He worked as electrician on the 'Thunderbird' set owned by Jerry and Sylvia Anderson. He also did electrical work at Windsor Castle.
He met his wife Shirley Francis on a blind date. They married in 1964 and had 61 wonderful years together. They had two daughters Debbie & Mandy and a grandson Liam.
Paddy achieved second Dan, black belt in Judo, narrowly missing out on the Tokyo Olympics 1964 when he broke his ankle.
He went on to coach many students at Montem Judo centre in Slough and Slough college.
Paddy, Shirley and Mandy moved down to the New Forest a few years ago and Paddy loved being by the sea, and enjoying the sun. He never lost his sense of humour. Loved reading books and watching programmes on history, science and the universe.
Please do share any stories or photos about Paddy. We would love to see them.
I have very fond memories of going to visit with my Nan and Grandad - Uncle Paddy and Aunty Shirley along side my cousins Debbie and Mandy who had Ponies. I went to my first greyhound race at Slough which I remember cheering on the greyhound that Paddy was cheering on - very exciting .
From Ian and family. Remembering days gone by
Thanks Ian so much x
Whenever we played games I always wanted to be on Paddy's team as he was so knowledgeable. Had a great sense of humour will be sadly missed Goodnight Paddy xx
Thank you Linda thats a great memory and for the donation x
Fond memories that last forever
Thank you Christine much appreciated x
Thinking of the family at this sad time x
Thank you Claire for you Donation xx❤️
Sorry meant today your Donation
Thank you Claire that's very kind
Thank you Russ for you Donation, nice pic xx❤️
Lovely photo Russ, thanks so much for the donation x
Uncle paddy, such a kind man always interested in what I was up to how work was going. A true gentleman and he will be sadly missed. Will never forget all the good times. Thanks you and sleep well.
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