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David Waugh Obituary
OLEAN, N.Y. -- David W. Waugh, formerly of Kent, Ohio, died Tuesday (October 31, 2017).
Born in Akron, Ohio, he was the son of Dr. James and Susan Waugh of Kent, Ohio. David graduated from Kent Roosevelt High School, Slippery Rock University in Pennsylvania; and later received his Master's Degree from St. Bonaventure University, in Allegany, N.Y. He was currently employed at Portville Central School, in Portville, N.Y.
Surviving are his parents; his wife, Shelly; three children, Benjamin Jeffrey, Matthew James, and Maggie Christine; In-laws, James and Connie Heil of Titusville, Fla.,
Colonel Thomas Waugh, Marcy, Keith, Joyce,
Alison Waugh of Warner Robbins Ga.; David T. Buchanan, III of Cary, N.C.; Mindy and Duncan Buchanan of Apex, N.C.
He was predeceased by a brother, Jeffrey D. Waugh; an uncle, David T. Buchanan, Jr., grandparents, Walter D. and Ruth Waugh, and David and Wilhelmine Buchanan of Akron Ohio.
Friends will be received at the Guenther Funeral Home, Inc., 1303 East State Street, Olean, N.Y., on Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. A memorial service will be held on Monday (November, 6 2017) at 4 p.m., at Christ United Methodist Church, 633 Linwood Ave., Olean, N.Y. Memorials may be made to David Waugh Memorial Scholarship c/o Portville Central School, 500 Elm Street, Portville, NY 14770.
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JIm Clarke
October 27, 2022
Miss you Grubber. Your name came up this week when I had lunch wiht Kristen Hillard who we went to SRU with. You were the best roomate I ever had at SRU. You are missed.
Kim Sprague
October 28, 2021
There were many shared good times with Dave at Washington West.An excellent teacher and a good friend.He is missed.
Kim Sprague
November 13, 2017
Dave was a very good teacher.I have fond memories of our days teaching at Washington West.This is very sad news.My love and prayers go out to the whole Waugh family.He will be missed.
Amanda Montigney
November 9, 2017
I will always remember Dave's smiling happy face! He seemed to have great love and respect for his family! You are in my prayers.
Mary Carls
November 8, 2017
I worked with Dave at Washington West. I remember his great smile and his wonderful laugh.
Yes he was one of the best teacher. He was always fair with his students. He sure did enjoy what he did. The students enjoyed him.
My heart goes out to the whole Waugh family. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Denny and Sue Haught
November 7, 2017
Prayers to your family! Dave was our son Jake's
Coach! He was amazing! Always had a smile ! Always was there for the kids!! One of the nicest man you could know ! He will be missed! And he will always be remembered as one of Portville s best!!
The Hall Family
November 6, 2017
so so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
November 5, 2017
You will be missed by many
Brianna Harris
November 5, 2017
My deepest condolences go out to Shelly and the rest of the Waugh family. Dave and I first met as brothers in Theta Chi and he was so easy to get to know and become close friends with always smiling and laughing. After college I helped him get his job at Mount Snow and we had a lot of fun sharing our mutual love of skiing there. Though time, distance and life got in the way of keeping in touch Facebook made it possible to keep in touch otherwise. This is heartbreaking news. He is gone much too soon and he will be missed. RIP my Brother
Theta Chi Flag Football Champions SRU
Jim Clarke
November 5, 2017
Dave "Grubber" was my roommate at SRU and fellow Theta Chi Brother. He was one of a kind. Always positive, always high energy. He was destined to be a Teacher and Coach. He was loved by all and hated by no one. This one really hurts. God bless his family and friends. We will never forget you Brother.
Don Ayers
November 5, 2017
David Waugh affectionately known as "Grubber" was loyal to the core. From what I saw on Facebook over the past few years it was impossible to see how much he loved his family and his students. The world is hurting at his loss. At SRU he was always smiling and just a great person. I love him as a brother. R.I.P. my friend until we meet again at that great big OX House in the sky!
Steve Phillips
November 4, 2017
I did K-9 Demos at Conservation Club with Dave for years! My Son Ryan always came with me. Dave always made it fun for the kids, and donned the sleeve to take a bite from my Dog during the demos. The kids loved it. He was always encouraging to Ryan during his High School football years. Dave will be missed, but often thought of too. He was a class act!
Linda Martello
November 4, 2017
My thoughts and prayers for the family of Mr. Waugh
M. Sonny Tashbar
November 4, 2017
Brother, I will miss you and see you again, in HIS promise and blessed hope. Love and the LORD Jesus prayer and comfort for the family/brothers/sisters and all.
Todd Johnson & family
November 4, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Dave was a great guy and one of my boys favorite teachers. He will be greatly missed.
November 3, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Dennis and Kathy Hogan
Larry Miller
November 3, 2017
I had the privilege of working with Dave early in his educational career. Dave was an outstanding teacher, but more important, he was a remarkable gentleman and respected man. My condolences to Shelley and her family.
Jimbo Bush
November 3, 2017
Waugh was an awesome guy! As my modified wrestling coach, he pushed us hard but managed to keep things fun at the same time. Whenever I ran into Dave over the years, he was always good for a laugh and super chipper. He will be sorely missed by the entire Portville community.
November 2, 2017
RIP Grubber, may your family and friends always remember the person your became. Father, husband & coach. LIVE_LOVE_LOG my brother. The Doc Family
Neil and Brenda Jordan
November 2, 2017
I was very saddened to hear this news. A great man and teacher. My grandson enjoyed being in his class. Praying for you all.
Melissa Bergler
November 2, 2017
Prayers for his beautiful family
November 2, 2017
To the Dave Waugh Family. My deepest condolences on your loss. I met Dave at Slippery Rock and was also a fellow Theta Chi Fraternity brother to Dave. Dave was a super person and will be dearly missed. He always had a smile on his face and was very positive. God please hold Dave in your loving hands in heaven. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Theodore DiSalvo
Lynette Case
November 2, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. My children ADORED him and he will be greatly missed. ♥
Ken Sherwin
November 2, 2017
Rest in peace my brother. I'm gonna miss the calls asking how the weather is on 90 coming thru Erie. Watch over us. Theta Chi forever.
Amy Spehar
November 2, 2017
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Waugh Family!
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