Rita A. McCullough obituary

Rita A. McCullough

Passed 6/2/2012

Obituary For Rita A. McCullough

Rita A. McCullough, 87 of Wintersville, Ohio died Saturday, June 2, 2012 at Trinity West. She was born October 29, 1924 in Scranton, PA a daughter of the late John J. & Mary Costello Meehan. Rita earned her M.A. degree in education & administration. In her early years she was an elementary school principal and retired as a schoolteacher from Indian Creek Schools after 25 years of service. She was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church and C.W.C. Preceding Rita in death were her husband Robert C. McCullough, Sr. on April 24, 2009; son Jay McCullough; 3 grandchildren Douglas McCullough and Mark & Diane Gurrera; and siblings John Meehan, Thomas Meehan, Sister M. Hilary, I.H.M. & June Phillips. Rita was devoted to reciting the rosary daily and loved to play Bingo, especially when Bob was the caller. Rita is survived by her children Robert C. (Sandy) McCullough, Jr., Michael (Nancy) McCullough, Stephanie (George) Gurrera & Mary Ann May; 13 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home on Wednesday 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. Funeral liturgy with mass 10 a.m. Thursday at Blessed Sacrament Church with Msgr. Kurt Kemo officiating. Burial at Mt. Calvary. Vigil 3:45 p.m. Wednesday Memorials may be directed to Blessed Sacrament St. Vincent DePaul Society. The family wishes to thank Gables Health Care Center staff for their exceptional and loving care.

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09/03/2024

Cathy Cich & Barb Price

Bob, Sandy & Family Please accept our sympathy in the loss of Rita. We are on vacation this week in the OuterBanks and I read of her passing online. We are sorry we were not there to express our sympathy in person. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Cathy & Barb
09/03/2024

Jean (Zamberlan) Brandsberg

Dear Sandy, Bob, Leslie and Angela - My condolences on your loss. I remember Mr. and Mrs. McCullough fondly from church - a long time ago, but it seems like just yesterday! Wishing you peace and comfort.
09/03/2024

Michael Dugan

Stephanie, Bobby, Michael, Mary Ann and each of your families - I am sorry to hear about Rita. I never really knew her, as I was so young, but I remember how she made Uncle Bob very happy. Please know my prayers are with all of you. Love, Michael
09/03/2024

Jean Mazik

I just wanted to say to the family of Rita that she will be truly missed at our Friday masses with Fr. Francis at Gables. She always offered prayers for her family at those masses. She was a wonderful person to know. My mom has been at Gables for many years.
09/03/2024

Fran Nottngham

Dear Bob and Sandy, So sorry to hear of your moms passing. She is at peace with the love of her life! Take comfort in your memories and faith, knowing that they are together again.
09/03/2024

Frances Asfour & Family

I am so sorry that I am not with you to celebrate Rita's life. She was a dear friend, one of my closest. I shall miss her. My husband and I were fortunate to share many fun times with her and your father. They were always so kind to us, especially when my daughter Leila, her husband Sami, and my husband were all facing serious health issues. My family will always remember them fondly and cherish our friendship with the McCullough family.
09/03/2024

Judy Bratten

I only knew Rita in her later years when she resided at Gables Care Center and I brought her weekly Communion. She was full of love and joy and truly appreciated the Communion service. I can only imagine what a wonderful mother, grandmother, teacher, principal and friend she must have been. Her smile and warmth will be missed but she is now with her Lord and her loved ones. May that be consolation for those she left behind.

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