David Richard Crunelle, 88, of Marietta, OH, died Tuesday, December 9, 2025.

He was born on October 12, 1937 in Bellaire, OH to Andrew Crunelle and Clara Naomi Crunelle.

David was a ’55 graduate of Shadyside High School, Ohio University (Bachelor’s) and West Virginia University (Master’s). David was a devoted public educator of 35 years. He taught Industrial Arts at Wheeling, then Mount Pleasant, and finally Martins Ferry high schools. In addition to being a bus driver and transportation supervisor, he served as an Assistant Principal at Martins Ferry high school for 10 years.

Hardworking by nature, David was a master carpenter. He worked not just with his hands, but also his heart, selflessly sharing his time, talents, and treasure with his community. He volunteered as a Cubmaster, Sun

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