David R. Callen

David R. Callen obituary, Pittsburgh, PA

David R. Callen

David Callen Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Simons Funeral Home, Inc. on Sep. 4, 2024.
On September 1, 2024, David R. Callen, 70, of Reserve Township, passed away peacefully.
Survived by his brother, Jeffrey N. and Michele Callen and nephew, Stephen R. Callen; and his church family at Bellefield Presbyterian Church.
David was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Ruth Callen.
David was a member of Bellefield Presbyterian Church and a long time member of the North Pittsburgh Symphonic Band where he played the Bass Clarinet. He had a masters in Music Education and taught himself how to play the Bassoon.
Friends received Thursday 2-4 & 7-9 pm at Simons Funeral Home, Inc., 7720 Perry Highway.
Funeral Service will be held Friday at 11:30 am at Bellefield Presbyterian Church, 4001 Fifth Ave Pgh, PA 15213.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Bellefield Presbyterian Church or the North Pittsburgh Symphonic Band, npsband.org.

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