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John Robert Cullom
1957 - 2022
John Robert Cullom
1957 - 2022
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1957
DIED
2022
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John was born on January 27, 1957 in Jacksonville, NC and grew up in in Orlando, FL. He moved to the Kansas City area in 1981 where he raised his family and practiced law, advocating for justice for people in marginalized communities and defending their constitutional rights.
He is preceded in death by his father, Charles, his mother, Celia Rothberg Cullom, and his sister, Margaret Ann Cullom. He is survived by his sister Mary, his wife Debra, and their children Celia, Abraham, and Seth. He will be missed by many extended family members, friends, and colleagues.
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Pat Anderson
July 9, 2024
John was kind and helpful to me. I was hoping to ask him a question about something he handled in the past. So sad he had to leave. This world needs more good, caring attorneys and people in general. Rest in peace sir.
Madelon Horwich
September 30, 2022
How sad I am to hear this - too young. A good and special person I knew well when I was young. Deep condolences to the family. Rest In Peace.
Ross Myers
July 8, 2022
John was such an exceptionally caring man and his passing is heartbreaking. I will always treasure his memory. I still recall visiting John and Debra up in Parkville, his many hilarious phone calls and his efforts to have me meet Debbie Cady. I am so sorry for your loss.
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Barbara E Hecht
June 28, 2022
My heart goes out to you. I always ran into John in municipal courts. He was kind and thoughtful. My condolences to all of you.
Sam Buccero
June 16, 2022
I miss my friend John every day. It was incredibly painful to watch him suffer with ALS. A fine lawyer, and a fine person. Rest in peace John. I love you.
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