David Sullivan

He served 2 years in the early 1950s with the 981st Engineer Construction Battalion and was discharged with the rank of Sergeant. He then resumed his work as a carpenter and later joined the carpenter union.

He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Also, over the years, he pitched horseshoes, bowled, shot with a pistol team, and danced.

He planted a big vegetable garden every year, made maple syrup, grew Christmas trees, and cut firewood.

A highlight of his life was a trip to Ireland to attend his grandson’s wedding.

He was predeceased by a son, Michael, in 2007.

David is survived by his wife Evelyn; son and daughter in law, Glenn and Wendy; and grandson and granddaughter in law, Jeremy and Joanna. Also surviving are his sister, Leona Crider and her family.

Calling hours will be held Friday, August 6, 2021 from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM at Bookhout Funeral Home, 357 Main Street, Oneonta, New York 13820, followed by a memorial service at 2:00 PM.

Burial will take place in Cook Cemetery, West Oneonta.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Lee, Dr. Zhou, Helios and all who have helped with David’s care for the past 2 years. Also , special thanks to neighbors Gary, John and Terry, and Wayne and Cindy.

Memorial donations are asked to be made to Helios Care, 297 River Street Service Road, Suite 1, Oneonta.

Arrangements are by the Bookhout Funeral Home, Oneonta.

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