David Ingram Cummings, 73, of Buckhannon, passed away at his home on June 10, 2011. Dave was born February 14, 1938 in Buckhannon, WV, son of the late Harlan S. Cummings and Eleanor Reppert Cummings. He is survived by one daughter Ann Cummings Wolff and husband Jeff of Baltimore, MD; two granddaughters, Grace Elizabeth Wolff and Tilli Rose Wolff; cousin John Reppert and wife Mary of St. Albans, WV and dear friend, Pam Martin of Buckhannon, WV. Dave graduated from WVU in 1962 with a degree in Recreation and Parks. He then served in Korea for the US Army 1963-1965. Relocated to Baltimore, MD and worked for Baltimore County Recreation & Parks. Following retirement Dave returned to his home in Buckhannon. Dave enjoyed life to it’s fullest. He was a very proud father and grandfather cherishing time with family and friends. An avid sports fan he loved his Ravens & Orioles and Mountaineer football and basketball. Yes, he did bleed blue & gold, always to be found tailgating beneath the BU flag in the blue lot. Dave treasured his summer vacations to Nags Head, NC and visits to Grey Rocks. He spent his free time working in his gardens, reading suspense novels and watching various sports. He was especially proud of his home and enjoyed relaxing on his back porch with his pets reading the newspaper. He truly loved life in Buckhannon. Honoring Dave’s wishes, his body will be cremated and a celebration of Dave’s life is planned for September 17, 2011 at his home to coincide with the telecast of the WVU @ MD football game. In lieu of flowers, Dave would like donations made to Ronald McDonald House Charities. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.polingstclair.com Poling-st. Clair Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
