| Location | Sunderland |
| Age | 38 years |
| Cause of Death | Murder |
| Date of Birth | 01/01/1970 |
| Date of Death | 19/01/2008 |
| Visitors | 4,905 since 09/02/2008 |
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David McCully was born on the 1st January 1970 and raised in Thorney Close, Sunderland by his
devoted parents Sandra and Derek, along side his older brother Billy, sister Tracey and younger
brother Derek.
As a child, he was a happy, loving rascal and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and
was especially close to his grandad!. He had a passion for fishing and football, and even played for
his school team!
Those who knew David the man, knew how his dedication towards his family and friends never changed,
and how protective he was of them. He was also an immensely proud father to Samantha, David and Sean
and grandfather to Jay, and he loved them very dearly.
Apart from being a treasured son and brother, he was also a devoted brother-in-law to Allison and
Carolyn as well as being a loving uncle, nephew, cousin and friend. He touched the lives of so many
people, and was loved and respected deeply.
Sadly over the latter years of his life, David became troubled due to circumstance, and found solace
in drinking.......and as a result his health declined. There is so much David could have gone on to
achieve had his life taken a different turn.
David was loving, warm hearted, soft natured, generous and had a unique sense of humour and
personality. He would never pass anyone in the street without greeting them, and many people would
stop and chat to him whilst he sat on the wall near his home! He was always smiling even when times
were extremely difficult for him! He was a character.....and those who knew him.....would have to
agree! He was a big softy!!
Tragically....at approximately 10.00am on Saturday, 19th January 2008, David's life was taken. He
was on his way to visit his friends when he became the victim of a unprovoked street attack....he
was struck at least 3 times to the throat with a broken bottle, by Ian Robert Bains. Although he
made it to his friends house for help, and despite their's and the emergency services' brave efforts
to save him, David sadly slipped away.
Our lives will never be the same. The heartache we will always feel in losing David, will never
leave us and we will never be able to come to terms with the horrific way in which his life was
snatched away! We will however, stay strong for David and see justice done.
We will always love you David! xxx
This official memorial is dedicated to David from all his family.
UPDATE (15/7/08): On 15th July 2008, a jury of 11 took less than an hour to deliver the verdict that
Ian Robert Bains was guilty of David's murder.
He was sentenced to life in prison to serve a minimum of 12 years before he could be evaluated for
any parole. He has had several other convictions in the past for violence.
The family would like to thank everyone involved in bringing Bains to justice and for all the
support received.
God bless you all xxxx
NOTE: The family would like to thank you all for visiting David's memorial, and for all the
thoughtful messages left, as well as lighting candles. It means a great deal and we sincerely
appreciate your kindness.
Thank You xxxx
Copyright © 2008 Derek & Sandra McCully. All rights reserved.
All photographs used in David's memorial site that personally belong to Sandra & Derek McCully, are
protected under copyright law, as well as any personally designed tributes for David that have been
created by the McCully family.
Any unauthorised copying, publishing or misuse of any photographs or personal tributes on this site
is against the law, without obtaining direct permission from the family.
~~ FRIENDSHIP ~~
Friendship is a precious gift
that cannot be bought or sold
but it's value is far greater
than a mountain of gold
For gold is cold and lifeless
it can neither see nor hear
and in times of trouble
it is powerless to cheer
It has no ears to listen
no heart to understand
it cannot bring you comfort
or reach out a helping hand
So when you ask god for a gift
be thankful if he sends.....
not diamonds, pearls or riches
but the love of real true friends xxx
CHER (PAULINE N ROBERT MCGREGORS DAUGHTER)
A dozen roses I give to you my friend
A gift that seems so small
But they represent so much
Our friendship most of all.
A rose for the friendship
A rose for the touch
A rose for the trust we share
Our sharing means so much.
A rose for the kindness
And the deep caring you show
A rose for the comfort given
When I've been feeling low.
A rose for the laughter
How it makes your eyes shine
A rose for the dreams we share
It's amazing how they intertwine.
A rose for the deep respect
You give to me with ease
A rose for the love we feel
And how you wish to please.
A rose for your compassion
That has helped me in so many ways
A rose for bringing me sunshine
That has brightened all my days.
The last rose is the best
For it stands so proud and tall
This rose represents you
My best friend of all.
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for ever in over thoughts sweet angel
~~ALL MY LOVE FROM CHER ~~
♥Sometimes♥
♥Sometimes when you cry no one sees your tears♥
♥When your worried no one sees your pain♥
♥When your happy no one sees your smile♥
♥When your thinking no one is about♥
♥When you want to talk no one is around♥
♥When you need a special friend♥
♥Im always here to lend a ha nd♥
♥No matter were you are or how far♥
♥just give me a call and i will be there♥
♥Send this to someone special♥
♥I JUST DID♥
CHER (PAULINE N ROBERT MCGREGORS DAUGHTER)
someone who cares
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SENDING YOU ALL MY LOVE FROM CHER XXX
CHER (PAULINE N ROBERT MCGREGORS DAUGHTER)
SENDING YOU ALL MY LOVE
I have not turned my back on you,
so there is no need to cry.
I'm watching you from heaven,
just beyond the morning sky.
I've seen you almost fall apart,
when you could barely stand.
I asked the Lord to comfort you,
and watched him take your hand.
He told me you are in more pain,
then I could ever be.
He wiped his eyes and swallowed hard,
then gave your hand to me.
Although you may not feel my touch,
or see me by your side.
I've whispered that I love you,
while I wiped each tear you cried.
So please try not to ache for me,
we'll meet again one day,
beyond the dark and stormy sky,
a Rainbow lights the way.
~~all my love to you from cher god bless xx~~
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If u love me as a friend u'll read the whole thing. What would you do if for every moment you were truly happy there would be 10 moments of sadness? What would you do if your best friend died tomorrow and you never got to tell them how you felt? So, I just wanted to say, even if I never talk to you again in my life, you are special to me and you have made a difference in my life. I look up to you, respect you, and truly cherish you. Send this to all your friends, no matter how often you talk, or how close you are, and send it to the person who sent it to you. Let old friends know you haven't forgotten them, and tell new friends you never will. Remember, everyone needs a friend. dont ever leave the one u love for the one u like, because the one u like will leave u for the one they love.
If you wake up in a red room with no windows and doors, DON'T panic.. you're just in my heart!!! Send this to all the friends you want to keep forever...
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God called your name so gently,
That only you could hear.
No one heard the footsteps,
Of angels drawing near.
Softly from the shadows
There came a gentle call,
You closed your eyes and went to sleep,
And quietly left us all.
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CHER (PAULINE N ROBERT MCGREGORS DAUGHTER)
~~ FRIENDSHIP ~~
Friendship is a precious gift
that cannot be bought or sold
but it's value is far greater
than a mountain of gold
For gold is cold and lifeless
it can neither see nor hear
and in times of trouble
it is powerless to cheer
It has no ears to listen
no heart to understand
it cannot bring you comfort
or reach out a helping hand
So when you ask god for a gift
be thankful if he sends.....
not diamonds, pearls or riches
but the love of real true friends
~~sending you all my love from cher ~~
to a special friend
I just wanted to say THANK YOU
In a special kind of way
For all the messages and thoughts
You've shared with me today
I've tried to think of all the things
That say how much I care
And so I'm sending special hugs
For all of you to share
It's a special kind of friendship
Of this you must agree
For we all live in different worlds
Some far across the sea
So I'm sending you this message
It's what I want to do
To say how much I really care
and a very big thank you xxx
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