R. Peter Sullivan III died peacefully on August 6 in Southampton. He was 78.
Mr. Sullivan was a Marine, adept golfer, New York Rangers fan, savvy Wall Street investor, avid traveler, generous philanthropist (he was the former chairman of Southampton Hospital) and dog lover,according to his family.
He was a man who embraced life to the fullest, his family noted. After retiring, Mr. Sullivan enjoyed playing golf at National Golf Links, dining at The Bathing Corp., and spending time with friends at the Southampton Club.
He is survived by Margaret D. Sullivan, his devoted wife of 50-plus years; his sister Karen A. Sullivan of Arizona; and nephews David, Jonathan and Luke Singer.
A graveside service was scheduled for noon on Tuesday, August 11, at the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Southampton. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Southampton History Museum would be appreciated by family.