David J. Squirrell Of Southampton Dies August 24 - 27 East
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David J. Squirrell Of Southampton Dies August 24

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David J. Squirrell

David J. Squirrell

authorStaff Writer on Aug 29, 2022

David J. Squirrell of Southampton and formerly of Rochester, New York, died suddenly on August 24 in Southampton. He was 61.

He was born on October 11, 1960 in Rochester to Harley Squirrell and Beryl (Smith ) Squirrell. He attended Greece Olympia High School. He held various positions in the medical and management fields in Rochester.

He later changed careers and worked in information technology. He spent many years employed by Stony Brook Southampton Hospital.

He married Diane Lipomi in 1993. They settled in Southampton in 1996. He loved Coopers Beach, his dogs, and was a long-time Buffalo Bills fan, his family said.

He was dedicated to the Southampton Fire Department and its members.

He will be remembered by all for his kindness, his easy going demeanor and his good humor, his family said.

He is survived by his wife Diane (Lipomi) Squirrell; his brothers, Robert Squirrell (Alison Sykes) and James Squirrell; and many cousins, extended family, and friends.

Memorial donations may be made in his honor to the Salvation Army (salvationarmy.org) or the Southampton Fire Department (southamptonfd.org).

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