1937-2018
John R. McCullough, 80, of Middletown Twp. died April 11, 2018 at Crozer Keystone Hospice at Taylor Hospital. He was the son of late John L. and Catherine E. Miller McCullough. Born in Chester, he grew up in Ridley Park and resided in Upland before moving to his late residence in 1985.
Jack was a graduate of Ridley Park High School Class of 1955, and earned his BS from Pennsylvania Military College (now Widener University) in 1959. He was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in the US Army and served three years active duty at Ft. Carson, CO. Jack continued to serve in the Army Reserves, and retired from service in 1979 with the rank of Major. He was awarded the Army Commendation Medal, USAR Distinguished Achievement Medal, National Defense Medal, USAR Service Medal and the Cold War Victory Medal for his service.
In 1962, Jack returned to PMC to serve for six years as Adjutant for the Military staff. He earned his MS from the University of Pennsylvania in 1966. In 1968 he joined Drexel University serving for twenty-two years as Dean of Admissions/Financial Aid, Vice President for University Relations and Vice President for Administration. Later, Jack served as Chief Development Officer for several social services and social welfare agencies, retiring from the Upper main Line YMCA of USA in 2003.
Jack was active with the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania and serving on the Bishop's Committee on Stewardship Education, The Diocese Council and the Committee on Finance and Property. He was a member of Christ Church, Media. He was loyal to his faith and his country.
Survivors: his devoted and loving wife of 59 years, Naomi J. "Bunny" Worrall McCullough; his children Lewis E.W., Stephen A.W. and Catherine S. McCullough; his grandchildren Britain, Garrett, Andrea, Owen and Collin; and, his brother Kirk W. McCullough (Bonnie.)
Memorial Service: 11:00 AM Saturday April 21, 2018 at Christ Church, 311 South Orange St., Media, PA 19063, where his family and friends may call after 10:00 AM.
Burial: Private
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the American Diabetes Association or Episcopal Community Services in Philadelphia.