Matthew Michael "Sully" Sullivan

We are heartbroken to share that our son, brother and friend, Matt Sullivan, passed away on October 4, 2025 in Toronto at Michael Garron Hospital at the age of 42. Matt was held in big love with his family at his side. Matthew is survived by his mother, Cristal Schofield (Doug Burgess), siblings Megan Sullivan (David Irons), and Jeffrey Sullivan (Alanna Khattar-Sullivan), nephews Jude Irons and Alexander Sullivan, and former partner-forever family, Lorna White. Matthew was predeceased by his father, Michael Sullivan. Matthew was born on February 15, 1983. He was proud to have spent his childhood in Scotsburn, NS, and he later carried his love of small communities and connection with him to the big city. As a kid, school came easily to Matt. Reading, skateboarding and guitar were his interests but music quickly grew to be his main passion. At 18, Matthew moved to Hamilton, ON to attend a recording arts school and at 20, his dream of touring the world as a monitor engineer brought him to Toronto. He was drawn to sound and captivated by the challenge of helping others hear it in a live environment. Matt worked with dedication to humbly build a reputation of excellence in his craft. Not afraid to work hard and get his hands dirty, Matt brought calm, wisdom and wit to each show. He became admirably known to navigate difficult work challenges, to deliver under pressure and to always set up his station on his preferred side - stage left. Fondly known as “Sully”, he toured with many prominent artists, working in venues spanning from intimate local clubs to massive international festivals attended by hundreds of thousands. Matt called himself the luckiest guy in the world because he got to do what he loved all over the globe. Matt treasured his close family bonds. We will forever miss his frequent calls with his trademark “Hey Ma” greeting, jokes with his siblings, comments on his iconic sneaker collection, his newest updates from his work-hobby, and more. From day one, Matt was a proud big brother to Mugs and Jeff. He embraced that role, stayed close and always did his best to look out for them. In his last year, he was beyond thrilled to become an uncle to nephews Jude and Alexander. It was not only family that received Matt’s deep love. He gave generously of his time, respect and support to others. Matt was fiercely loyal and prided himself in being a big brother to many that crossed his path and became part of his circle. Matt would regularly call up friends to check in, crack jokes, discuss football, music, philosophy - to have a good debate and to make sure you knew he was there for you. Matthew passed away far too young. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by his family, his closest circle, and an abundance of friends and colleagues. Matt’s family wish to thank the doctors and nurses of Michael Garron Hospital, particularly the Long Stay ICU, for their excellence of care, dedicated efforts and compassion. They cared not only for Matt, but also his family with incredible empathy and support. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Michael Garron Hospital. We encourage anyone to donate blood in remembrance of Matthew. A Celebration of Life will be held in Toronto in November. We thank “Sully’s circle” for their tribute to Matt in all of the specialness they are bringing to this celebration. A Celebration of Life for Matthew will be held in Nova Scotia in the new year. As Matt would say with his hair down, Scotsburn toque on and music playing, “Turn it up!”