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David Cumming Obituary

CUMMING, David C. 70, of Clearwater, passed away March 14, 2012. David was born in Ocala and received his Bachelor's degree in criminology from FSU. He served in the Army in Germany and Vietnam, where he received a purple heart. David also worked for 30 years as a special agent of the FBI. He is survived by his beloved wife of 30 years, Anne-Marie; sons Christian (Lauren) and David A. Cumming; daughters Michelle Cumming and Heather (Paul) Kunk; brother, Richard (Marti) Cumming; sister, Diane (Scotty) Andrews and grandchildren Baergan, Liam, and Keiran. David was predeceased by his brother, Anthony. A visitation will be held from 9-10 am on Sunday, March 18th, at Temple Ahavat Shalom, 1575 Curlew Road, Palm Harbor, where services will begin at 10 am. Burial will be at Har Sinai Cemetery in Baltimore, MD. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in David's memory to the youth groups at Temple Ahavat Shalom. Guestbook at davidcgross.com David C. Gross Funeral Homes 830 N. Belcher Rd. 727-446-2222

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on Mar. 15, 2012.

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March 22, 2012

Dear Annemarie Ruth and I send our condolences to you and your family. May the love of family and friends comfort you and your family Marty and Ruth Zung"

Roger B. Kunk

March 18, 2012

My sincere condolences to you Annie-Marie, Heather and your entire family on your loss. I was honored to have know David, even thou it was for such a short time. May the love of family and friends comfort you and yours.

March 18, 2012

Ann-Marie, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. David was a great guy. Please extend my condolences to Heather and David for all of us. Love, Kathy Myers

Carol Brooks Currotto

March 16, 2012

Holding you in the light, Anne-Marie.

March 16, 2012

Sincere condolences for your loss. May the love and support from family and friends be of comfort to all of you in your time of need.

March 16, 2012

I'll always remember Dave's devotion to duty and hard work as an FBI Agent. He was a professional and always took great pride in his work. Rest in peace, brother.

Bob Ulmer, FBI Tampa (retired)

Russ & Gloria Wood

March 16, 2012

Anne Marie and Family: Our deepest condolences are extended to each of you on learning of Dave's passing. He was a remarkable and frequently quotable man, devoted to his family, country and friends of which I am proud to have been one. May he be at eternal peace.

Glenn Davis

March 15, 2012

I will always cherish the times working with David. He served the FBI and his country with the highest devotion and professionalism. We have lost a patriot, friend and tremendous leader. Glenn Davis/Supervisory Deputy U.S. Marshal (Retired).

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