David M. Correll

Age 67, of Luce Street Elmira, NY passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility after an extended illness. He was born May 31, 1950 in Hamburg, PA the son of Ernest and Betty (Kleinsmith) Correll. His father, Ernest; step-father, Clifford Cross Sr.; step-brother, Clayton, Cross preceded him in death. He is survived by his mother, Betty J. Cross; his wife, Nancy (Wylie) Correll; children: David (Danielle) Correll Jr., Brian McElroy, Robin McElroy, Renee McElroy (Jeffery) and Heather Watson (Aaron); grandchildren: Devon Lynch, Zachary Correll, Elizabeth Kostecki, Samantha Easton, Dylan Watson and Zander Jelliff; brothers: Dennis (Verna) Correll, Jeff Cross (Robin), Cliff Cross, and Roy Cross (Dolly); sisters: Donna Rice (Larry), Donna Mae Kline (Art) and Rosemary Barnes (Raymond); along with several nieces and nephews. David was an active member of the VFW Post # 901 Elmira, the American Legion Elmira Post and the Military Order of the Cootie. He also held past membership with the Elmira Heights Fire Department. David was very generous to children's organizations such as the Artic League assisting them with their annual toy distribution and playing Santa at many Christmas parties. He was an avid collector of Marine and NASCAR memorabilia and was a huge Pittsburg Steelers Fan. At theage of 17, David joined the United States Marine Corp and proudly served his country. He attended Hamburg, PA and Elmira NY schools. David worked for Stroehmann's, Toshiba (MT Picture Display Corp) prior to his retirement at Mills Pride. He enjoyed spending time with his family as well as his grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmira/Southport, NY on Friday, October 13, 2107 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. Funeral Services will follow the visitation at 6 pm. Military Honors will be accorded Mr. Correll prior to the service at 6 pm by the United States Marine Corp Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be directed to the Artic League 248 W. Clinton Street Elmira, NY 14901, VFW Post # 901 113 Keefe Street Elmira, NY 14904 or to the American Diabetes Association 160 Allen Creek Road Rochester, NY 14618.