Kierre Lamont Sullivan

Kierre Lamont Sullivan a.k.a. “Keke”, as he was 
affectionately known by his family, was a Gentle Giant who left 
us far too soon. Kierre was born August 18, 1987, and suddenly 
passed away on August 23, 2022, at the age of 35. 
Kierre had an infectious smile and not only was he the type of 
person that lit up the room with his personality, but he always 
had jokes that kept us laughing. Kierre was a giver and would 
do anything for those he loved. He was a listening ear, he was a 
bear hug when you needed one, and was always optimistic and 
encouraging, no matter the circumstance.
As a lover of life and Christ, Kierre had many passions, including 
poetry, music, sports, and dancing. He was an excellent dancer 
and to be a big guy was so light on his feet. This also made him 
an excellent football player. He was able to live out his passion 
for football by playing many positions, including receiver and 
defensive tackle/end for the semi-pro Chicago Falcons (#44) from 
2009-2019. He had to leave the Falcons for a short time due to his 
health, but came back in 2016, not only to win a championship, 
but was named Comeback Player of the Year. He never gave up on 
what he loved.
Kierre’s education included many schools in the Chicagoland area 
including John Hay Elementary, Michelle Clark Middle School, 
and Moses Vine (Orr) Highschool. He also studied Business at 
Western University in Macomb, Illinois. Kierre spent many years 
of his career working in the areas of finance and accounting.
Kierre moved to Mesa, Arizona, in March to pursue better weather 
and a new job opportunity. Another dream fulfilled! 
Kierre was preceded in death by his father, Willie Williams; great￾grandparents, Bernice and Linton Rembert; and uncles, Reginald, 
Bernard, Andre, and Cantrell.
As the second eldest of eight children, he leaves to cherish his 
memory: his mother, Sonji Hill; brothers, Antoine, Jeremy, 
Jamal, Javonte, and DeJuan; sisters, Tierra and Akayla; step￾brother, Justin; step-sister, Akeena; grandmother, Ella Cephus; 
aunt, Regina Cephus; special niece, Nakiya; goddaughter, Kam; 
and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, great-aunts and uncles, 
godmothers, and friends. Kierre also loved his extended family 
from Mesa, Arizona, Ruthi and Antoine Robinson.

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