David Cullen Obituary

David Daniel Cullen (56) was born on April 8, 1969, in Chicago, Illinois, to David J. Cullen and Carol M. Cullen and went to be with the Lord on July 8, 2025. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on July 19, 2025, at North Isanti Baptist Church in Cambridge immediately followed by an outdoor picnic lunch filled with "Dave stories" at Vegsund Family Park in Stanchfield. A time for visiting will be held 1 hour prior to the service at church.
David was known as a dynamic, funny and charismatic character who lived life "Fired Up!" He graduated from D.C. Everest in Wausau, Wisconsin, and attended college at the University of Minnesota. After joining the Army National Guard in 1993, he soon became Army National Guard Soldier of the Year. He advanced rapidly throughout his distinguished military career, serving in Basrah, Iraq, and ultimately retiring as Sergeant Major, all while building countless loyal friendships over the years.
David married and in 2002 welcomed his only child, Ellie Marie. He demonstrated dedication as a loving parent, actively participating in Ellie's academic and extracurricular pursuits, coaching her softball team and encouraging her talent for golf – a sport they truly enjoyed together (giving Ellie some of her greatest memories with her dad).
David was passionate about health and bodybuilding, competing successfully in several competitions, most recently earning first place in his age group. Known for his healthy meals as the "family chef," he was equally enthusiastic about his sweet tooth! He was an avid "Packer Backer," appreciated the beauty of a tropical beach and in more recent years, enjoyed learning to play instruments. After moving to Cambridge, he took great joy in watching the wild creatures near his house, constructing rock walls, gardening, dancing and snuggling up with his pets.
David loved his daughter, his family and his girlfriend, Allyssa, dearly. He held a strong faith in God and prayed for his family and friends daily.
He is survived by daughter, Ellie Marie Cullen; father, David J. Cullen; girlfriend, Allyssa Mattson; sisters, Kelly (Robert) Darragh and Michele (Corey) Baumann; nieces and nephews: Robby Darragh, Adam Darragh, Breanna (Alex) Zajicheck, Michaela (Nick) Peterson, Noah (Ashley) Baumann, Alexa Baumann and Jonah Baumann. He was preceded in death by his mother, Carol Cullen.