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David Cheplick Obituary
Elmira Heights - Age 94 of Elmira Heights, NY. He was born July 21, 1925 in Olyphant, PA son of the late Joseph and Mary (Tehensky) Cheplick and fell asleep in the Lord Thursday, November 14, 2019. He was predeceased by his wife Mary (Petelchuk) in 2010, daughter-in-law Linda in 2011 and brothers John, Russell, Joseph and Eugene. David is survived by his children and their spouses David and Liz Cheplick of Falls Church, VA, Paul and Dawn Cheplick of LaGrange, GA, Michael and Rebecca Cheplick of Nashville, TN, Marnie and Peter Skoog of Collegeville, PA, Mark and Jennifer Cheplick of Leesburg, VA; grandchildren Marissa, Julie and Samuel Cheplick, Jami (George) Simpson, Sydnie, Matthew and Marianna Cheplick, Marija, Joshua and Kyra Skoog, Anna, Polly and Melanie Cheplick; brother and sister-in-law Thomas and Mildred Cheplick of Elmira Heights; sisters and brother-in-law MaryAnne and John Turko and Mildred Gongolewski all of Olyphant, PA along with many nieces and nephews. David was a lifelong, devoted member of Holy Trinity Orthodox Christian Church. He was a retired math teacher and guidance counselor from Thomas A. Edison High School in Elmira Heights. He also coached JV football, varsity wrestling and girls swimming. He was a veteran of the U.S Coast Guard. Family and friends are invited to visit Holy Trinity Orthodox Christian Church, 140 Horseheads Blvd., Elmira Heights. On Friday, November 22nd from 4:30 to 7 pm. Panykhyda will begin at 7 pm. His funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 23rd at 10 am in the church. Rev. Fr. David Cowan will officiate assisted by his son-in-law Fr. Deacon Peter Skoog. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Holy Trinity Orthodox Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember David through donations to Holy Trinity Orthodox Christian Church, 140 Horseheads Blvd., Elmira Heights, NY 14903
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Stephanie Guidus Rinaldi
November 25, 2019
To David, Paul, Michael, Marnie, Mark, I am very saddened to learn of your dad's passing. My heart is heavy. To the entire Cheplick family, may fond memories comfort all of you. He touched the lives of many in a most positive way. I will always remember Dave not only as my guidance counselor but a good family friend who liked to enjoy a good cigar and a shot of whiskey with my dad. May the Good Lord wrap his loving arms around all of you and assure you that you will all be reunited again one day. With sincere condolences.
Elizabeth (Staviski) Larrison
November 24, 2019
There were so many wonderful times at Thomas Edison with all of the cousins. God Bless, Uncle Dave, you are in my memories...
November 22, 2019
To the Cheplick Family,
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
We have run into Mr. Cheplick over the years and he would always stop to chat and ask about our family.
He was loved and respected by all and will surely be missed.
Marc and Karen (Ridosh) Solometo
Vincent Stepulis
November 20, 2019
My sincere condolence to the Cheplick family.
Scott Kroczynski
November 19, 2019
My sympathy to the family and friends of Mr. Cheplick. Expected respect, inspired respect, was certainly worthy of respect. A life well lived. Scott K., TAE '77.
Thomas Cheplick
November 18, 2019
You are on your way home Uncle Dave. Back to a place where I reminisce of earlier times. A time when we played Sunday afternoon basketball, ski jumped down the hill of your front yard, and played football with your boys , nephews and neighbors in the back. A place where the earliest hours of Easter and latest hours of Thanksgiving were celebrated. A place where the stress of aligning a misaligned Christmas tree trunk blossomed into hours of laughter from the stories of creative process to do so. A place where you taught and guided numerous students how to succeed. A place where you volunteered numerous hours to make it a better one. A place where you'll remain loved and respected. Your on your way home now Uncle Dave, and I'm sure Aunt Mary is anxiously waiting. Love you - from your nephew - Thomas and family
Clara Krolak
November 18, 2019
Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of Mr. Cheplick. He was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed.
- Clara Stowe Krolak
Archbishop David Mahaffey
November 18, 2019
Memory eternal to your wonderful father, Matushka Marnie.
Cathy Baker-LaVigne
November 18, 2019
My heartfelt condolences and prayers to Dave and family. I remember him from high school even though I never had him for any classes. May God keep him safe now.
Karen Erickson Chapman
November 18, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with Paul and the entire Cheplick family. I'll always remember Mr. Cheplick's smile and how much he cared about TAE students.
Daniel Cain
November 17, 2019
Dear Cheplick Family,,My Condolence to your family, Mr Cheplick was a firm but very kind man,, He was my Guidance Counselor for 4 years,, He guided me through some very hard times in my life until I went into the Marine Corps,, He tried to talk me out of it but I knew in my heart I had too. I was failing really bad in high school and needed to straighten my life out,, After basic training I came home and we had a chat,, I went on and got my High school diploma and a B.A and a M.A thanks to your dads Guidance,, In time things will get a bit easier for your family but remember god has a plan for such a great man,,,, Daniel J Cain,, ,,Manchester England..
Nancy Kane
November 17, 2019
So sorry to hear of his passing. He was one of the greatest influences of my high school life, and probably the reason I lived through those years. Blessings and comfort to all the family at this difficult time.
JoEllen Kelly
November 17, 2019
To my Cheplick cousins and your families,
Wonderful memories of Uncle Dave and my godmother Aunt Mary at your house on "the hill". As we all know we had the best Aunts and Uncles, Grandparents, and Cousins. Uncle Dave told the best campfire ghost stories and made the best soup!
Memory Eternal Uncle Dave.
John Schiefen
November 17, 2019
I remember many very good years when Mr Cheplick was my math teacher at TAE and was also the leader of the Boy Scout Troop 23 of which I was a member. Many very good years. My sympathy to the family.
David White
November 17, 2019
RIP David. You were an inspiration to me as my guidance councilor. You will be missed.
Cathy Matkosky Bostic
November 16, 2019
My heartfelt condolences to the children and family of Mr. Cheplick. Remembering him from school and church, always the gentleman. Mr. Thomas Cheplick, thinking also of you during this very difficult time. Bless you.
Sam Leonard
November 16, 2019
Condolences to family and friends of Mr Cheplick.
He was such a nice and patient teacher who I remember with great respect and fondness.
RIP Mr Cheplick
Sam Leonard Class of 1962
Ken (64) and Pam (66) Hoffman Lewis
November 16, 2019
Our sympathy goes out to the Cheplick family. We are both graduates of TAE and remember Mr Cheplick as a kind and caring teacher. RIP Mr Cheplick.
Amy Hutchinson Cook
November 16, 2019
Please accept our deepest sympathies on your loss. Mr. Cheplick was such a good friend to Dad. And he tutored me in Geometry, so I owe him my math grade that year.
Richard Hewitt
November 16, 2019
Cheplick Family, So sorry to hear of David's passing. He taoght us many values in his guidance and teachings. He was a great man who will be missed but never forgotten. God bless
Jerry Westbrook TAE Class of 1961
November 16, 2019
He was a man of integrity, wisdom, and compassion. RiP. sir.
Cathy Baker-LaVigne
November 16, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mark Kroczynski
November 16, 2019
My condolences to Paul and the rest of the family and to Tom Cheplick on David's passing . A super nice guy and friend and a friend of the Class of 72.
Jan Lyden Phillips
November 16, 2019
My condolences to the Cheplick family. Such a nice man and great teacher.
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