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David McCormack Obituary

David McCormack

63, of Zionsville, IN, husband, dad, and papa, died January 3, 2013.

David was a dedicated math teacher, track and football coach. He taught for 40 years at Zionsville Middle School. David had a distinguished career with many honors and awards in the classroom and on the sporting field.

David was an avid New York Yankees and IU basketball fan. Playing softball was also one of his passions.

Mostly he loved his family, wife, Barbara; daughters, Abby Ludlow, Emily McCormack; son-in-law, Nick Ludlow; his grandchildren, Cole, Maleah and Grey Ludlow. His family filled his heart with love and pride, especially the grandkids, who had wonderful adventures and mischief with papa. He was so blessed.

A time to honor David will be on Tuesday, January 8, 2013 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Flanner and Buchanan - Zions ville . A private burial will be at a later date.

You are invited to offer your condolences, share a memory, or watch a tribute video at: http://www.flannerbuchanan.com

Published by The Indianapolis Star on Jan. 6, 2013.
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Mr. McCormack was an amazing person who touched so many young lives in a positive way. Myself among the many beneficiaries of his mentorship. Without a doubt he was one of the more important role models in my life. Eighth grade football with Coach had a big impact on the values I still hold today. My heartfelt sympathies to the McCormack family during this difficult time. He was a very special person and we are all better off with the positive impact he had on our lives.

Ryan Clutter

January 17, 2013

Mr. McCormack was a wonderful teacher. I owe my understanding of math to the foundations that he laid.

Tim Springer

January 10, 2013

To Dave's loving family,
As a mom who visited the middle school often for the PTO activities and also as a substitute teacher, I always got a smile whenever I was near the hallway (not the classroom) where Dave was teaching. His voice would resonate down that hall...and you could tell his pupils were listening to their teacher. Well, as some middle school kids don't always "listen", they certainly were not asleep!! Dave was one of the bright stars of our Zionsville faculties. I am sure he was a wonderful husband, dad, and grandpa. May he rest in peace and may you cherish his memories!

Mary Milberger

January 10, 2013

My heartfelt condolences to the McCormick family for your loss. Rest in peace coach.

Tyler Bellin

January 7, 2013

You were an inspiring force in my life and with your help and kind patience you helped me overcome a huge hurdle. I admired you then, I still admire you now and have often spoken of you to others in nothing less than always a positive light. I never realised you were only ten years older than myself. In my eyes, you were ageless and Oh, so very, very wise. May your God rest your soul eternally with the peace and clarity you brought to others every day.

Dawn Lawalin

January 7, 2013

Dave McCormack taught me 8th grade algebra and he was the kind of teacher who makes me want to be a better teacher. He cared about ALL of his students, not just the bright, popular & athletic ones. He was funny, smart & charismatic. I remember crying about doing poorly on a test and he came to my locker and made me laugh and told me it was no big deal and I had plenty of time to make it up. He was REAL and I am so sad for his wife, daughters & grandchildren!!!

Julie Maxwell Kalan

January 6, 2013

Our deepest and most heartfelt sympathies on Mr. McCormack's passing. He was an outstanding teacher whoconstantly reached out and helped even those students not in his class. The Zionsville community has lost a wonderful person who will never be replaced.

The Weingartner family

Steve Weingartner

January 6, 2013

My heart and prayers go out to the family and many friends of Mr. McCormack. I feel blessed to have had him as a teacher, coach and softball teammate. He will never be forgotten!

Shaun York

January 6, 2013

So sad to hear of your passing. You were one of the best math teachers that I ever had! Thank you for always pushing your students to be their best. You will be greatly missed!

Kelly Spencer

January 6, 2013

To Dave's family,
We are very sorry to hear of his passing. He was such a nice man. Our 3 children were all fortunate to have been in his math classes at Zionsville Middle School. He will be missed. You are all in our prayers.

Sincerely, The Argay Family

Michele Argay

January 6, 2013

We were so sad to read of the passing of Dave. A great person and excellant teacher!!!
The McKamey family

January 6, 2013

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