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David McCullough Obituary
Dave "The Slave" McCullough, 87, of Eastwood, passed away Monday at St. Joseph's Hospital. He was born on June 16, 1925 in Syracuse the son of the late David T. and Grace McCullough. Mr. McCullough had worked in automotive service for Bill Rapp for over 30 years and had also worked for the U.S. Postal Service and was also a courier. He was a veteran of the Marine Corps during WWII, had served on Iwo Jima, and was a member of the Third Marine Division. He was also a former baseball coach for the Babe Ruth league. He was predeceased by his wife, Geraldine and nephew, George LaRose.
Survived by his two sons, Terry (Linda) of East Syracuse, Randy (Cheryl) of Camillus; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a niece, Sheila (Dave) Turverey.
Calling hour will be 10 to 11 a.m. at Goddard-Crandall-Shepardson Funeral Home on Wednesday, August 8, followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Burial will follow in Oakwood Cemetery.
Goddard-Crandall-Shepardson FH 463-4320
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for David McCullough
Charlene Riberdy
July 31, 2022
So sorry to hear of your loss. I just lost my dad 3 weeks ago. Prayers to you Randy and Kevin and family.
August 13, 2012
Linda/Terry and Family I know how vigilant you both were attending your Dad and my thoughts and prayers are with you. I did not see it in paper and am so sorry I missed his wake & funeral.He is with your Mom now and at peace. Love to you both at this sad time, Mary Beth Condon
Charlene Riberdy
August 9, 2012
Cheryl and Randy & family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Charlene
August 8, 2012
So Sorry Ronnie,Anita&Rich
August 7, 2012
So sorry for your lost, your family are in our prayers and thoughts
August 7, 2012
Terry and Linda So very sorry to hear of the passing of your father you are in my thoughts and prayers. Karen Deordio
August 7, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless.
Alecia & Jay Kollbaum
Patricia Farmer
August 7, 2012
Terry&Linda,
I am sorry to hear about your Dad. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
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