John Lawrence Cullen
July 30, 1926 - September 6, 2024
"May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind be always at your back May the sunshine warm your face, the rain fall soft upon your fields.."
Obituary of John Lawrence Cullen
John Lawrence Cullen, age 98, of Gasport, NY passed away Friday, September 6, 2024. Born and raised in New Albany, PA., he lived in Tonawanda, Lockport and Gasport and attended St. Amelia's, St. Patrick's and All Saints Parish. John was the son of Lawrence and Agnes (Leahy) Cullen.
John served in the US Navy during World War II, where he received a honorable discharge.
John attended Scranton University, worked as a brakeman/conductor at Erie-Lackawanna and Conrail Railroads. After retiring he enjoyed being a gentleman farmer on his farm in Gasport.
Beloved husband of the late Dolores (Collins) Cullen; Cherished father of Kathleen (Fiance Taras Waszkurak) John E. (Bonnie) Cullen, Laurena Cullen and Susan (Peter) Zummo; Cherished grandfather of six and great-grandfather to nine; Dear brother of Larry Cullen and the late Sister Laurena Cullen IHM, Francis Cullen, James Cullen, Patrick Cullen and Joseph Cullen; Also survived by several nieces and nephews.
There will be no prior visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, September 12, 2024 at All Saints Parish, 76 Church Street, Lockport at 10:00 am. Please assemble at church. Interment in St. Patrick's Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Niagara Hospice or Lockport Memorial Hospital. The family would like to express its appreciation to the staff at the Lockport Memorial Hospital, Niagara Hospice and the Terry's Corners Volunteer Fire Company.
Dear Laurena and family
Your father was such a gentleman and a very kind man! Your parents were the sweetest couple! Sending my sincere condolences to you and your family! Your mom and dad are together again and that I am sure gives you all comfort in knowing that!
Very Sincerely
Susan Schultz
Dear Laurena and family, Our condolences on the passing of your father. What a blessing that you had so many years together! We missed you at the 50th class reunion. Hope all is well otherwise. In His love, Mark and Su Mrowka Wolcott