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Dave Pulsinelli Obituary

Dave Pulsinelli

LANCASTER: Dave Pulsinelli 59 of Lancaster, Ohio died unexpectedly Friday, October 11, 2013 at Fairfield Medical Center.

He was veteran of the US Coast Guard and a Sr. Loan Originator for Union Savings Bank. He was a member of the American Legion Post #11, 40 et 8, Knights of Columbus Lodge 1016, Loyal Order of Moose 955 and F. O. E. Aries 2120.

Dave is survived by his wife, Linda; daughters, Maggie (Brian) Bingham and Breanna (fiancé David Imler) Pulsinelli; sisters, Sally (Ken) Rider and Jane Pulsinelli; brother, Joe (Bonnie) Pulsinelli and twin brother, Paul (Misty Connell) Pulsinelli; mother-in-law, Bernice Deime; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Ruth Pulsinelli and father-in-law, William Deime.

A Celebration of Life service will be held Monday, October 14, 2013 at 7 pm at the American Legion Post #11. Caring Cremation® has taken place. Friends may visit Monday, October 14, 2013 from 1-3 and 5-7 p.m. at the FRANK E. SMITH FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, 405 N. COLUMBUS ST., LANCASTER, OHIO 43130.

Memorial gifts may be given to Wounded Warriors Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675 in his memory.

To send an online condolence, and sign the guest book, please visit www.funeralhome.com.

Published by Lancaster Eagle-Gazette from Oct. 12 to Oct. 13, 2013.
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Joe and Bonnie, Jane and the Pulsinelli family ~ Sending thoughts and prayers and the hope for healing. Always remember his smile and keep it forever living in your mind . . . .
Chris Evener Bing and the Evener family

October 20, 2013

Paul, I know how close twins are, having raised my twin daughters. I can only imagine the loss you are suffering. Just know that Dave was a great, fun-loving, happy man to everyone, as you are also. I will think of both of you often. With sympathy.
Brenda Barney

October 18, 2013

I have always enjoyed my time with the Pulsinelli Family... and I am sorry for your loss ... and I think Dave would appreciate this..."he was better looking than his brother Paul" ... Seriously, my thoughts and prayers are with you ... he was a very good Man and he will be missed by family and friends.

October 17, 2013

Linda, Paul and your families...Alice and I are sooo sorry to have learned of David's passing. Tragic, un-fair, too-soon, and just not right, are not the words that truly desrcibe the thoughts of a brother that was so close to all of our lives. Our heartfelt thoughts are with all of you during these times and our prayers for all of you are in our hearts. God Bless the memories of the parents, their children, and family members who passed. David, was a good man...someone whom we'll always remember. Hoo-rah! The Class of "73"

Richard & Alice Pryor

October 16, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cheryl Gerst

October 16, 2013

I am deeply sorry to hear about Dave. He was a wonderful, warm, funny, caring person. He got me into my first house when he worked at Fifth Third! Please accept my condolences.

Mag Wright

October 16, 2013

So sorry to hear of David's passing. Please accept my condolences.

Mike Kilbarger

October 16, 2013

Linda and family,
We are so sorry to hear about Dave's passing. We just learned about it when we saw it in the paper. Prayers to all
Vic and Lora Cavinee

October 16, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. What a great guy...Dave will be greatly missed!!

Steve Bartlett

October 16, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Rhonda Judy

October 15, 2013

My deepest sympathy to your entire family at this time of loss. May you be comforted with all the fond memories of your loved one.

Diana Eads

October 15, 2013

Sorry for your lost

Norma Rirchards

October 15, 2013

Linda and girls I am so very sorry about your best friend the love of your life and a daddy that in your eyes was the best dad in the world. I can only say Iam so sorry and your in my prayers and ask GOD to help you in this difficult time

Cindy Mckee

October 15, 2013

May God bless and comfort you. My sincere sympathy to all.

Cathy Young

October 14, 2013

Linda and family,

We met Dave about ten years ago and worked with him on several occasions on a business level. He always seemed to have a good attitude and a great sense of humor. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Jim and Belva_ Fox Engineering Tech Services

October 14, 2013

Linda, The folks at Valley View are deeply saddened by Dave's death. We enjoyed seeing the two of you out here and we will miss him. It is such a shock. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Barbi

October 14, 2013

Linda,
Thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.

Robbi (White) Scott

October 14, 2013

MARY LESLIE SHUGERT-POSTON

October 14, 2013

Linda and family,
So sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Jack & Yvonne Jeffers
Lancaster

October 14, 2013

Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. Dave was a wonderful person and we are so fortunate that he was a friend to us as well. He will be greatly missed by all.

Steve & Trace Ardrey

October 14, 2013

Thoughts and prayers for you at this difficult time.

Charlotte Deskins

October 14, 2013

To the Pulsinelli family, Losing someone who has been part of your life for so many years is very difficult, May it help to ease the hurt you feel now to know that others care and are thinking of you.memories, laughter and love are the treasure we keep forever. May those memories bring you comfort especially now. Our hearts go out to you in this sad time.

Robin Clark and Melonie Smith

October 14, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.

Terry & Carol McCormick (Young)

October 14, 2013

Dear Linda and Family,
So sorry for your loss, Dave was a funny, guy always smiling. He will be missed greatly. May GOD bring you comfort. Love, Roberta & Carlos Rolon

October 14, 2013

Linda and family, Rob and I are thinking of you during this difficult time. I'll always remember the huge smiles you two had the last time we saw you...so happy.

Rita and Rob Romine/Van Evra

October 14, 2013

Maggie
So sorry to hear about your father. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Marlanna Hughes

October 14, 2013

So Sorry for your loss. Keeping you and your family in our prayers.

Traci Fox

October 14, 2013

10/13/2103~Apologies to Paul and family, We are sorry for the loss of your brother Dave~
We are thinking of you and yours~

Jamie Mast and family~

October 13, 2013

So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!!! Love to you all!

Catherine Stuck

October 13, 2013

My love and prayers to the entire Pulsinelli family. May God wrap you in the comfort of his loving arms. Rest in peace Dave, I miss you already.

Tina Holliday

October 13, 2013

Linda,
I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with you and your family during this difficult time.

Susan O'Hara

Susan O'Hara

October 13, 2013

Dave will be missed Greatly here at the Legion our thoughts and prayers to the family

Patrick Keels

October 13, 2013

I recently enjoyed getting to know Dave when he joined our county golf league. He was a good man with whom I had good conversations with. My thoughts and prayers go to his family and friends. I will miss playing the game of golf with him.

Marc Churchill

October 13, 2013

I am so sorry for your lose. I don't know what to say. If any of you need anything I can do for you, please let me know.

jo and john grant

October 13, 2013

Linda, Maggie & Bre,
We were saddened to hear of Dave's passing. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Mark & Karla Giesler

October 13, 2013

Linda and family We are so sorry for your loss, Dave was a good friend.

Roy &Jackie (Collins) Vollmer

Jackie Collins

October 13, 2013

Sally, Paul, Joe and Jane,

So sorry to hear the news. It's especially sad when it's one from the old neighborhood. On behalf of the Mock family, please know our thoughts are with you.

Paula ( Mock ) Snoke

October 13, 2013

Linda and Family, so sorry for your lose. My prayers are with you at this time of great sorrow.

Connie Love

October 13, 2013

Linda, Paul and families,
I am saddened to learn of Dave's unexpected passing. My heart is hurting for all of you. I send you all my prayers and condolences. May God Bless you and keep you.

Valerie Smith Cruz

October 13, 2013

I am so very sorry to read this. Sending my thoughts and prayers to the entire Pulsinelli family.

Jill Ailes

October 13, 2013

Linda, so sorry for your loss our thoughts are with you, your girls and Paul and the rest of the Family, he had a big smile and an even bigger heart. he will be missed by many
Kim and John Sulzmann.

October 13, 2013

Linda & family,
So sorry for your loss...thoughts & prayers to all,
Janice L Siefert & family

October 13, 2013

Paul, So sorry for the loss of your twin brother. It's hard not to think of you when grieving Dave...you will always be a part of each other...God will see to it that you are reunited one day! Love and prayers to all of the Pulsinelli family

Connie Leckrone Dowling

October 13, 2013

Linda, Bre and Maggie,
I am so sorry for you loss, your family will be in our prayers.

Mary Cullison (Spires)

October 13, 2013

Linda,

I am so very sorry this has happened. Thinking about you and your family.

Jeremy VanMeter

October 13, 2013

Linda and Girls,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this time of sorrow. May your memories give you comfort in the coming days. Love you.
Debby(Jenkins) & Gary Peck

October 13, 2013

Bre,
I'm so sorry for your dad's passing. I hope the memories you have of him bring you peace. My prayers and condolences to you and your family....

Kathy Rexford

October 13, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to the entire Pulsinelli family at this time.

Barb Swartz Seymour

October 13, 2013

R.I.P. my dear friend...

Tammi & Carl Skidmore

October 13, 2013

Linda and family,

We are so very sorry for your loss! May God grant you and your family with comfort, strength, and peace during this very difficult time.

Bill and Sharon Miller

October 13, 2013

So very sorry Linda. Keeping you and your family in prayer.

Teresa Scarpitti

October 13, 2013

So sorry for your loss, keeping all of you in my prayers. Dave will be greatly missed by all the had the pleasure of knowing him.

Pam Stepleton

October 13, 2013

So sorry for your loss.

Debbie Daniels

October 13, 2013

Linda, Maggie, Bre & family. So sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

Tina & John Smith

October 13, 2013

Linda, My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family and an extra special prayer for Paul.

Beverly Inboden Weber

October 13, 2013

Linda, I'm so sorry about Dave's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Ray Schmidt

October 13, 2013

Linda and family. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Ron & Mykela Wright

October 12, 2013

Linda,
I'm so sorry and saddened at your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Susan Sarlo

October 12, 2013

Linda and family, Our hearts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time in the coming days. He touched many lives.
Tim & Marylee Uhl

October 12, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for the Lord to give you comfort and strength during this difficult time.

Jacquie Grimes

October 12, 2013

such asad day 4 all of daves friends and family :( ive only known dave 4 about 6 years and never new he had a twin brother till i ran in to paul at the chase bank downtown branch( PAUL) i can say he was one of the good guys very honorable good family man and just loved life i seen dave just a few weeks ago at the speedway where he stopped every morning b4 work it was 850 am we just talked 4 about 10 min he took the time to chat with me as i was filling my gas can 4 my generator then all the sudden it was 9 am i asked him arent u supposed to be at the bank by now daves says to me the bank isnt goen anywhere lol he was such a laid back all around good guy i had no idea that would be the last time i would have pleasure of seeing him again:( rip my dear friend my heart goes out to u and ur loved ones:)thank u 4 bn my friend it was a pleasure dave sadly missed :( see u in heaven some day,, LEIF AND DEBBRA KLOOGH

leif kloogh

October 12, 2013

Paul, I am sorry to hear about Dave. My prayers are with you and your family.

Shelia Swartz Standiford

October 12, 2013

Linda and family,

I am sorry to hear about the death of Dave. I went to school with him and we were friends on faceook. My prayers go out to the family

October 12, 2013

Linda, Maggie & Breanna and family,
Brian and I are very sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Prayers for the entire family.

Brian & Kathy Curry

October 12, 2013

Linda I am so sorry for your loss. you and your family will be in my prayers.

Joanne Linton

October 12, 2013

Linda, I am so sorry for your loss of Dave. Thinking of you and your family~ love to you all.

Sarah Quinn

October 12, 2013

Paul and family. So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and all in your time of sorrow. Your neighbors,

Sharon and Tim Milbaugh

October 12, 2013

Linda, please extend my sympathy to the entire family. I was so sorry to hear of your loss. May God lighten the grief in your hearts and his hand hold yours as you learn to deal with the loss of your dear husband, father and brother.

Jean Macioci

October 12, 2013

Linda, Bre, and Maggie I am so very sorry for your loss! Sending love and prayers your way.

Jamie McCracken

October 12, 2013

Paul,
I am so sorry for the loss of your best friend and brother. May God be with you and your family in this very sad time.

Teressa Brown

October 12, 2013

Linda, Thinking of you and your family. Keeping you in my prayers....Linda Dufner

October 12, 2013

Linda, So sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. We will keep you in our prayers. Barb and Scott Braniff

October 12, 2013

So sorry for your loss. To Linda, his daughters and siblings, may God hold you close during this difficult time. He surely will be missed.

Teresa Dye

October 12, 2013

Linda and family, Please accept my condolences. Praying for you and your family during this time.

Lois Everitt

October 12, 2013

To Dave's Family ... Just is not right for such a young, handsome, great guy to leave everyone so early! I haven't forgotten what a smart student and real gentleman Dave was in his high school English class. Solid and loyal! Destined to be great at life and family. It is so terrible you have lost him. You have a wonderful legacy to carry on as he wants you to. I am thinking of you at this time. Donna(White) Moore - Dave's high school English teacher.

Donna Moore

October 12, 2013

One GREAT MAN, you will be missed by so many, thoughts and prayers to family and friends !!!

October 12, 2013

Linda, I am so sorry to hear about Dave's passing you and the girls are in my prayers!!!

Tracey Lee

October 12, 2013

Linda, So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers for your entire family

Marla Cox

October 12, 2013

Linda and family, sincere condolences to you at this sad time. He was quite a caring person and will be missed in the Lancaster community.

Patricia Blischak

October 12, 2013

Linda, You are in my prayers. I literally can not imagine the world without Dave. I am praying for your peace and serenity in these tough times. Love, Rush

Rush Coen Rogers

October 12, 2013

Linda and family, I am so sorry for your loss.

Kathy Roshon

October 12, 2013

Linda, our family is sad to hear of Dave's passing. You and your girls are in our thoughts and prayers.

Eddie & Cindi Lamb

October 12, 2013

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Walt & Jane Ring

October 12, 2013

Paul and Family, I didn't know Dave very well but remember him fondly when we both worked for Canteen Food and Vending. He always was in a good mood and always smiling and happy. God bless all of you as you through this sensitive time.

Donna Azbell

October 12, 2013

Linda, Brienna & Maggie: My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

Carla Everly

October 12, 2013

Linda, I am so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. He will be missed . You and your family will be in my prayers .

Donna Reid

October 12, 2013

Bri & Linda I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You all are in my thoughts....

Ryan Hunt

October 12, 2013

I'm so sorry for your family's loss. You are all in my prayers.

Lisa Young

October 12, 2013

Praying for strength in this trying time for for all of the family.

Wendy and David Foucart

October 12, 2013

Linda & Family, My prayers go out to you and your family. Dave was a great friend and will be missed by all that knew and loved him. Rest in peace my friend.

Karen Trewartha

October 12, 2013

Linda,so sorry to hear about Dave. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lisa Hall

October 12, 2013

Linda, Bre & Maggie, Mike & I were so shocked and saddened to hear about Dave. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Know that our memories of Dave will always be with smiles. Our love to you. Mike & Sherry

Sherry Oatney

October 12, 2013

PRAYERS AND SYMPATHY FOR THE FAMILY.

PAM TIGNER

October 12, 2013

We are so sad to hear of Dave's passing. He will be
missed greatly. We really enjoyed having him join us on our bike runs this past year, and the class reunion committee won't be the same without him. Our hearts go out to you, Linda, and your family.

Robyn Deal Dave Foraker

October 12, 2013

Dearest Linda and girls..was shocked to hear of your loss..May God be with you and your families. I always enjoyed joking with Dave..you have my deepest, heartfelt, sympathy. May he rest in eternal peace. Love you .

Carol Nicolia

October 12, 2013

Linda, I'm so very sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Praying and thinking of you, Breanna and Maggie. Give the girls my condolences.

Lisa Thompson

October 12, 2013

So sorry to hear of the loss of Dave. Linda, children, grand-children, siblings (especially Paul) and all other family members, I wish God's comforting love and blessings during this time of extreme loss and sadness.

Tim Nungesser

October 12, 2013

Linda, Bre, & Maggie, we were so shocked and saddened to hear about Dave. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Memories of Dave will always leave us smiling. Our love to you.
Sherry & Mike

Sherry Oatney

October 12, 2013

What a great guy Dave was. Always smiling!

Tom Woodgeard

October 12, 2013

Sorry to hear of Dave's passing my Prayers are with your family. God Bless
Scott Sims

October 12, 2013

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