Ruth C. Sullivan

Ruth Christ Sullivan (April 20, 1924 – September 16, 2021) was an American organizer and activist. She was known for supporting education for people with autism. In 1965 Sullivan was one of the founders[1] of the Autism Society of America.

Ruth C. Sullivan
Dr. Ruth C. Sullivan
Dr. Ruth C. Sullivan
Born
Ruth Christ Sullivan

(1924-04-20)April 20, 1924
DiedSeptember 16, 2021(2021-09-16) (aged 97)
OccupationOrganizer and advocate for education for people with autism

Sullivan died in Huntington, West Virginia on September 16, 2021, at the age of 97.[2][3]

References

  1. "Autism Society of America "About ASA"". Archived from the original on 2009-05-22. Retrieved 2021-09-20.
  2. Autism pioneer Ruth Sullivan dies at 97
  3. RUTH CHRIST SULLIVAN death notice