David Earl McCormick

Col. David Earl McCormick, 81, US Air Force Ret., our family’s rock, went to be with his Lord November 29, 2018 with his three devoted daughters and sister by his side. He was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years, Luora Jean; son, David James; grandson, Ryan; and parents, David Earl and mother, Izora Pease. He is survived by daughters, Cynthia Teller and husband, Elliott, Diane Cornali and husband, John, Joanne Rucker and husband, Bill; seven grandchildren, Angela, Jennifer, Ashley, David, Bryan, Troy, and Emily; seven great grandchildren, Nicholas, Noah, Diego, Madelyn, Isaiah, Kadence, and Jaxon; siblings, Peggy Buck, and Frank McCormick.

He dedicated his life to serving his country, almost 30 years as a officer US Air Force. Born in Indianapolis, IN, graduated Butler University and was an active member of Delta Tau Delta Fraternity. Graduated UNM with an MBA in Business/Finance. He was a proud Eagle Scout. David enjoyed fishing, golfing, and his passion, pheasant hunting. He had amazing and loving relationships with his hunting dogs, sometimes jokingly preferring their company above anyone else, especially Risky. When his daughters asked him what he wanted printed in his obituary, he thought for quite a while and, with tearful eyes stated, “My wife, my children, my grandchildren, and great-grandchildren are what true success is, and I am VERY SUCCESSFUL”. He was the glue in our family, a true example of love, commitment, and never ending support to his family.

A Celebration of David’s Life will be on Wednesday, December 5, 2018 from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Please contact the family or FRENCH – Lomas for address. Burial service to commence at Arlington National Cemetery, Washington D.C. with full military honors at a later date. We will miss you Papa.