John William McCulloch

June 20, 1947- March 16, 2020

during his Navy career. He received he Outstanding Service Medal, the Meritorious Service Medal and a Letter of Commendation from the Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral C. A. H. Trost. John’s naval career took him around the world. At each point of deployment John would further his education. While stationed in Bremerton, Washington, John was promoted to Lieutenant Commander and received his Master’s Degree in Business and Accounting from the University of Washington. His wife Nancy also received her advanced degree from the University of Washington in Accounting, attaining one of the highest academic honors in the nation.

After two years in Bremerton, John was promoted to Full Commander and reassigned to England, retiring in 1991. It was here that John and Nancy would spend the next 18 years, owning several English cottages and country residences and traveling the world. John bought several more cars and motorcycles to tour the English countryside. He would own 10 motorcycles and over 20 cars in his lifetime. One of his favorites was his 1961 red MGA Coupe with chrome wire wheels. In 2008, John’s wife Nancy died after a long and courageous battle with breast cancer. John moved back to the states in 2010, relocating to the elegant community of Montreux in Reno, Nevada. He brought with him his dog Shadow, who was his great companion for long walks. John was the ultimate host- he loved to cook and entertain - five course meals and Eggs Benedict in the morning were standard fare. John is preceded in death by his parents Carlton McCulloch and Eugenie Wright McCulloch. John is survived by his sister Zoanne McCulloch Skala, her son Tony Sino and daughter Lynette Christensen, and his sister Carla McCulloch Lamborn and her daughter Cierra Adams. His many friends will miss him dearly. If you wish, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society.