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R. MICHAEL McCULLOUGH  
Of Bethesda, MD passed away on February 10, 2018 at his home surrounded by his wife and children. Mike was the beloved husband of 55 years of Frances (nee Kelly); loving father of Jeanne McCullough, Michael McCullough (Helen); Colleen Laughlin (Joseph); Brian McCullough; Kathleen Bullock (Albert); Christopher McCullough; Brendan McCullough (Leigh); brother of Jeanne Zabel (the late Victor), Vincent McCullough (Catherine) and Edward McCullough; and son to the late Jerome and Sara (nee Fitzsimmons) McCullough. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren, three nephews and two nieces.  Born in Springfield, OH in 1938 he graduated from the University of Detroit in 1962 with a degree in electrical engineering. Mike began his career working for General Electric Co in 1962. Mike joined the international consulting firm Booz, Allen and Hamilton, Inc. in 1965, became a partner in 1971 and a Managing Partner of the Technology Center in 1978. He served as the Chief Executive Officer and Chairman from 1984-1991.  Above all, Mike valued his faith and family, was an avid golfer, ardent sports fan and dedicated reader of history. Mike looked forward most to spending time with his family.  Visitation will be held at St. Bartholomew's Catholic Church, 6900 River Rd. Bethesda, MD 20817 Friday February 16, 2018 from 5 to 7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday February 17, 2018 at 1:30 p.m. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to SOAR! Support Our Aging Religious P.O. Box 96409 Washington, D.C. 20090-6409, www.soar-usa.org/giving/donatewww.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com  

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Published by The Washington Post on Feb. 15, 2018.

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Kate Dimond

February 17, 2018

Dear Katie, Mrs. McCullough, and the rest of the McCullough family:
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. McCullough. I have many fond memories from my teenage years of spending time at your house with the family. I am sending you all warm thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Katie, please don't hesitate to reach out, I would love to see you.
Sincerely,
Kate Dimond

Stephen Julias

February 16, 2018

His guidance made my career and future life meaningful

February 15, 2018

My deepest condolences to the family . May God be with you and give you peace in this very difficult time . Psalms 147 : 3

Megan Ritter (Richitt)

February 15, 2018

Dear Colleen and McCullough family, I fondly remember your father and family from my childhood and was just thinking of you when I saw the entry. My condolences to you and your entire family. I hope memories of happy times carry you through this sad time.
Sincerely, Megan (Richitt) Ritter

Jack Ward

February 15, 2018

Mike will be missed by many. My only regret is that I didn't have the opportunity to spend more time with him.

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