Donald James Culligan

Coach Culligan was my 1972 Ithaca High School Basketball coach and I remember one time we were playing, I believe, Seaton Catholic High School. The score was something like 89-43. Coach Culligan decides to put in the 2nd String players, which as I recall, were myself, Dennis Boyd, Steve Slattery, Billy LaLonde, Mark Clifford. There was approximately 15 seconds left to play. Dennis told me to play "a little" defense, then take off to our basket. Dennis grabbed three consecutive rebounds, I...

On behalf of the Board of Directors of Twin Tiers Honor Flight, we send our condolences to the family of Mr. Culligan. We were not able to take him to Washington, D.C. to visit his war memorial or Arlington National Cemetery, but would be honored to do a Flags of Our Heroes ceremony for him on a future trip.

Sending my condolences and best wishes to the Culligan family. I enjoyed working with Don and appreciated his support and guidance during my years as the IHS lacrosse coach (1974-1979).

Condolences to the Culligan Family. I was privileged to follow in Don's footsteps on the then Tompkins County Board of Representatives when he retired in 1993. Those were big shoes to fill; he had contributed so much.

So sorry to hear of Mr. Culligan's death. I remember him from my years at Ithaca High. He was a very nice man and a good coach. My thoughts and prayers to the family at this time.

My deepest sympathy. I too loved the coach. He was the only reason I ever went to gym class.
Lori Munch class of 74.

My condolences to the Culligan Family Coach was a large influence on my life I will always love you coach

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

My deepest sympathies to the entire family. Mr Culligan was a wonderful man and I keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.