Post-Googles on John Sullivan: colorful character, wasn't he?! And kind of cute, too!
If you think this is your Patriot, go to
www.dar.org, and double click on Genealogy. Then, on the right hand side, you'll see Patriot Lookup - double click. Fill out the form, asking if you could obtain any Record Copies on him, should they have them (they will). If you check the box that you're interested in membership, they will be in touch with you concerning local chapters - and vice versa.
The Record Copy is a complete DAR application for the Patriot you name. For all you know, that problem generation of yours may already be solved! If not, it will give you the sources that the original applicant gave, which will help you with your search. Record Copies are one of the very best sources, as none of the information on them will be questioned!
Feel free to ask me any more questions - and let me know how your search is going! I can only hope that you'll enjoy DAR as much as Adrienne, Silver, and I all do!!