of Batesville, AR
July 4, 1941 - June 4, 2022
David R Cullins left this earth, June 4, 2022. David was born in Jamestown, Arkansas, July 4, 1941. David was a Christian and a member of First Baptist Church of Desha.
He is survived by his wife, Sandra (Hartwick) Cullins; daughter, Toi (Cullins) McMullin and son-in-law Johnny McMullin; one granddaughter, Kirbi Chase and her husband Tyler Garlin; sister, Alice Elumbaugh and her husband Orville Elumbaugh; brother, Ernest Cullins and several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by his father, David Boyce Cullins; mother, Sarah Elizabeth (James) Cullins; brothers, David Boyce Jr, Thomas, Jimmy, Johnny and sister, Kathleen Jackson.
David was a hard worker and his main concern in life was always providing the best for his family. David was gentle and kind and carried himself through his work and personal life with an upbeat attitude, a smile on his face and the ability to always see the best in everyone.
David owned and operated Fast Break System, providing vending and catering for the industries in Batesville and surrounding area. He served as President of the Arkansas Vending Council where he was admired for his kindness and hard work ethic across the state.
He was a great servant in the community by serving as President of the Desha School board for 12 years and the Southside Water Association for 10 years.
David was a 42 year veteran of the Army National Guard. He served in Kuwait during Operation Southern Watch.
When David retired from the Army National Guard at 60 years old, Operation Iraqi Freedom started. His unit was called to duty in Iraq. David missed the brothers of his unit, so he found a way to serve with them by accepting employment with Halliburton. He worked in Iraq, building and managing dining facilities on the military bases for the troops. Over a period of 18 months, he helped build and manage dining facilities throughout Iraq in Baghdad, Tikrit, and Kirkuk.
After he came back from Iraq, he became Food Service Director at Batesville School District where he finished out his career in his local community that he loved. David retired after 13 years with Batesville School District.
Pallbearers are Kenny Seaman, Rusty Elumbaugh, Steve Cullins, Rick Elumbaugh and Tyler Garlin. Honorary pallbearers are Max Edwards, Ted Hall, Ralph Jackson and David Hartwick.
Graveside services will be held Wednesday, June 8, 2022 at Oaklawn Cemetery at 2:00pm with Josh Swinea officiating.
In lieu of flowers, all donations may be made to Arkansas Hospice, 3000 Jennings Ln, Batesville, AR 72501.
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59 Condolence(s)
Margaret Motley
Saturday, June 18, 2022
Allan and I were saddened to hear of the loss of David. So many happy memories of the Arkansas Vending Council days--lots of great stories. Our thoughts are with you Sandra, Toi and Johnny.
Judy Trumble Bell
Friday, June 10, 2022
So saddened to hear of your loss. David was a wonderful man, always kind and smiling. Prayers for all the family.
Ralph Jackson
Thursday, June 9, 2022
My Uncle…My Brother…my Best friend…..Thanks for helping me be the man I am…I’m so proud of everything you accomplished………the world has been a better place with you in it…….I’ll miss you……….
Betty (Moser )Johnson
Thursday, June 9, 2022
My dad JD Moser worked on the old white candy truck back in the sixties! He (David)was always so good to our family! Sorry,for your loss!
Donna M Chambliss
Thursday, June 9, 2022
I sure miss our David, I was his care giver and spent 4-5 days a week with David and Mart, I was with them for a very long time. When David was able I would get him up and dancing and he would just laugh he had a great smile, when he was able I would take him walking at the aquatic center to walk 3 days a week. David would nearly out run me, then offer me his walker to use 😂. We had a blast! He liked to watch FRIENDS on TV. Phebee was his favorite we laughed and snacked watching TV. Can't forget about his Chicogo shows on Thursday. We've laughed together and talked a lot. I love him and miss him so much. Mart and David made me feel like family such wonderful people, they have become a part of me and I will really miss that. David will always be in my heart. I love you Mart.
Betty (Moser )Johnson
Wednesday, June 8, 2022
My dad JD Moser worked on the old white candy truck back in the sixties! He (David)was always so good to our family! Sorry,for your loss!
Angela (Susie Phillips) Parker
Wednesday, June 8, 2022
I am really sad to learn of David’s passing. It seems I knew David my entire life. If was a neighbor, friend, and my boss for seven years, and my brother’s employer for 20 years. David was also in the National Guard with my husband, so he touched my life in many ways. David was always kind and caring, and he was a wonderful person that loved his wife and daughter very much. Sending Love and Prayers to Sandy and Toi during this very difficult time.
Jennifer Richardson-Barnes
Wednesday, June 8, 2022
We love you all so much. Our hearts are broken with you. Love, hugs and comforting prayers from Judy, Jennifer, Jimmy, Jamie and Jayce.
Beth McSpadden
Wednesday, June 8, 2022
David was a wonderful man and boss, he will be missed greatly. Prayers for your family.
Verona and Gary Bebow
Wednesday, June 8, 2022
Toi, prayers, love and warm condolences to you, Ms Sandra and your family. We are thinking of you all at your time of loss.
Danny and Dorene Stephens
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Our condolences to the family
Jacquelyn Suzann Preller
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Sandra, Toi, Uncle Johnny, Kirbi and Tyler.... I'm so sorry for David's passing. He was always such a great person and always had a smile on his face.
Our family loves y'all so much!
Love, Suzann, Cory and April
Linda F. THOMPSON
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
God is holding all of you in his arms now . Sorry to hear of David's passing he will be greatley missed
Virgil/karla lerew
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Sorry for your loss. David was an good man and very good neighbor. Call us if needing anything. Love ya.
Ronda Davis
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Toi, so very sad to hear about your loss. Mr. David was a wonderful man and a great asset to our community.
Billy and Donna Huff
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
So sorry for your loss. May God be with your family through this time of grief.
Virginia Croak
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
MY LOVE TO THE FAMILY. WORDS CANNOT EXPRESS MY FEELINGS FOR YOU. MAY GOD HOLD YOU CLOSE TO HIS HEART AND GIVE YOU COMFORT IN YOUR TIME OF NEED.
Steve Coop
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
David was one of those people that made the Batesville community one big family. His kindness touched everyone.
Shana Mynatt
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
I am so sorry for the loss of your dad, continued prayers for you and your family.
Beth Jones
Monday, June 6, 2022
Toi, my condolences to you and your family. May the love and memories fill your minds and hearts at this difficult time.
Sonya Martin
Monday, June 6, 2022
I treasure the childhood memories of growing up with such wonderful and godly neighbors. Mr. Culkins will be greatly missed. Much love to your family.
Kathy Carter
Monday, June 6, 2022
So sad to hear about David. My dad Ed Cowden worked for him years ago. I later worked with him at Batesville School. He was a very kind and good man. He sure loved his family. Prayers for all
Betty Bradley Rains
Monday, June 6, 2022
So very sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of getting to know David as a patient at PROS. He always worked hard and made an impact on all of us with his sweet demeanor and positive attitude. He was a blessing to all that knew him.
Cindy Long
Monday, June 6, 2022
You have my deepest condolences. Keeping you and your family in prayer Toi.
Dustin, Jesica & Ryan Bishop
Monday, June 6, 2022
Keeping David’s family and friends in our thoughts and prayers.
Johnny Mitchum
Monday, June 6, 2022
He was a great man and will be greatly missed.
Dennis Powell
Monday, June 6, 2022
Sandra, Toi and John. We have lost one of the kindness men I have ever known. He was a fellow soldier and true friend. In time you will be able to look back on his life and enjoy knowing he meant so much to so many people. Heaven is happy to have him!
Justin F Burge
Monday, June 6, 2022
I enjoyed a long friend ship with him
Jane Vinson
Monday, June 6, 2022
Sandra, Toi, Johnny, Kirby and family, I am so very sorry to learn of David’s passing. He was truly a man’s man and one of the best bosses ever. Loved him like family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Gerald and Tami Ramey
Monday, June 6, 2022
We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you all.
Tianna Reynolds
Monday, June 6, 2022
Toi and Sandra, I’m so very sorry to hear of David’s passing. What a sweetheart he was and always put up with our shenanigans. Much love to you both♥ï¸
William Scott Freeze
Monday, June 6, 2022
Prayers for the family
Melissa Nash Crites
Monday, June 6, 2022
So sorry to hear about your dad Toi. You, your mom, and family are in my prayers.
Mac Bellingrath
Monday, June 6, 2022
Sending prayers for all of you. David was a fine, fine person. He was a true leader in our state’s vending industry and certainly a great ambassador for it. It was a blessing to know him.
Mark Measels
Monday, June 6, 2022
Praying for you family ! We love y’all !
Billy NelsonWe
Monday, June 6, 2022
We are so very sorry for your loss of a good man.
Randy Bishop
Monday, June 6, 2022
I am ao sorry for the loss of Daviv, he was a fine man, Kind and friendly to all! I love serving with David in the Arkansas Vending Council and helping all vendors in Arkansas! Davd was an Amazing person! RIP David!
Stacey Downs
Monday, June 6, 2022
David was a great person. Always tried his hardest to take care of everyone around him. Family friends and employees alike. He was such an awesome boss!! My prayers are with his family. Many hugs and much love.
Kevin Caid
Monday, June 6, 2022
Sandra, Toi & Johnny,
I can't even begin to list the memories I've thought about since learning of David's passing from Toi Sunday morning. David and I shared so many laughs over the years. Although he first started out as a customer our relationship grew to more of a friendship. I always looked forward to visiting with him during the Fast Break days.
My thoughts and prayers to each of you during this time.
Kevin
Sandy Taylor
Monday, June 6, 2022
Toi so sorry for the loss of your dad. You and your family are in my prayers.
Richard & Michelle Huff
Monday, June 6, 2022
A very good man… So sorry for your loss. Hugs…
Betty Burge Cockrill
Monday, June 6, 2022
Toi, I am so sorry to hear about David. He was always a special person. Love and prayers for your mom and your family.
Richard and Judy Lewis
Monday, June 6, 2022
We are so sorry for your loss.
Louise Hooper
Monday, June 6, 2022
Sandy, Toi and Johnny, So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you. God bless you.
Rachael Fisher
Monday, June 6, 2022
Toi - I am so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed working with your dad throughout my career at Norandal. He was such a kind man who always had a smile on his face. You and your family are in my prayers.
Donita Beard
Monday, June 6, 2022
Sandra and Toi so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers. May God give uou both comfort in this difficult time.
Iris Gail Anderson
Monday, June 6, 2022
prayers for David's family.
Ina Provence
Monday, June 6, 2022
Family of David !! Words cannot express what a good man he was !! So kind, nice a all around guy !! So sorry for yalls loss !! Prayers for all !!
Edith Elms Lesa Watson
Monday, June 6, 2022
We are so sorry for your loss. David was a good man and friend to Durwood. We are praying for you all.
Danny James
Monday, June 6, 2022
Sorry for the loss to the Family. My hope is for peaceful rest for this kind man.
Sheila Mace
Monday, June 6, 2022
Mrs. Cullins and Toi,
Mark and I are sorry for your loss. May God's peace be with you both and your family.
Michael Hester
Monday, June 6, 2022
It was a privilege to work with David at Batesville Schools. His service to feed our children everyday for thirteen years was amazing. He was so great to work with and to be around. Our condolences to the family during this time of grief from the Pioneer Nation. We all celebrate the wonderful impact of his life on so many that he touched.
Missy and Buddy Carlile
Monday, June 6, 2022
So sorry to hear of your loss Sandra and Toi! Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Dennis and Marsha Lewis
Monday, June 6, 2022
We are so sorry for your loss. David will be missed by many. God bless.
Shirley Muck
Monday, June 6, 2022
Toi, I remember your kind and friendly dad from my AR Eastman days. So sorry to see that he passed. It’s a tough one to lose your dad. Peace, Shirley Muck
Howard and Regina Weaver
Monday, June 6, 2022
Toi and family...
We were so sorry to read of your dad's passing. What a special person he was! We know that you will all miss his presence, but you'll be happy later for all of the wonderful memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you...
Frances Pearson
Monday, June 6, 2022
Sandra, Toi , Kirbi and my brother Johnny
Mac, I am soo sorry for your loss, my ⤠goes out to you all!
May God comfort you all , in. this time of need.
Sandra, David was a Blessing to us all
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Katy Smythe
Monday, June 6, 2022
David’s life was truly a life well lived. My prayer for God’s Peace and Comfort for each of you, Katy and Christie
Ray west
Monday, June 6, 2022
Prayers for all the family