PERU — Sean Patrick McCullough, loving son of Mark and Deena Giltz McCullough, died unexpectedly on Saturday, May 14, 2005.

He was 17 years young.

Sean was the beloved older brother of Collin Alexander and Megan Kathryn McCullough. He was the adored grandson of Rod and Dodie Giltz of Valcour. He was the nephew of Cynthia Giltz DeLauder and her husband, Dan, of Spokane, Wash., and their children, Nick, Elizabeth and Ian; Randall Giltz and his wife, Julia, of Plattsburgh and their children: Connor, Declan and Timothy; Michael McCullough and his wife, Jane, of Plymouth Meeting, Pa., and their children: Kelly, Timothy and Shannon; and cousin of David Potts and his wife, Carol, of Manassas, Va., and their son, Will; his godparents, Bruce and Susan Pellerin; and his many, many classmates and friends who were very special to him.

Sean was a senior at Plattsburgh High School and had been accepted into the Honors Program in the Carroll School of Management at Boston College, where he planned to study finance. He was president of the Student Association at PHS, a position that he sought for the opportunity to advocate for the entire student body. He was also a class officer, member of the National Honor Society and Drama Club, where he noted in a recent play program that he planned on "retiring before the age of 30 and buying an orchard, and naming an apple after himself."

As a junior he was a member of the nonalcohol After Prom Party Committee, an endeavor he was so passionate about that he encouraged other schools in the area to follow PHS’s lead. He was the student representative for the past four years on the School Improvement Planning Committee and represented PHS the past two years at the NYS Council on Leadership and Student Activities Leadership Conference.

A promising athlete, Sean participated in varsity-level sports, including cross country, soccer, and indoor and outdoor track and field. He was most proud of his senior accomplishments, including being chosen captain of the track team and participating on the winning 4x400 relay team and perfecting his hurdling skills, being chosen by his indoor track teammates as a recipient of the Black Letter Award and qualifying for States the past two years. He was also a member of the varsity soccer team.

Sean was a Scholar Athlete each season and was proud to be in the top 5 percent of his class academically. He attained a Commended Student recognition by the PSAT, NMQST.

He worked for ORDA this past winter as a ski instructor at Whiteface Mountain and was a lifeguard in the summer. He was well traveled, and two of his favorite ski vacation spots were Mont Blanc, Canada, and Heavenly, South Lake Tahoe.

Sean will be remembered for his sensitive and caring nature. He was mature beyond his years and honest to a fault. He was a good friend to everyone and rarely if ever said "no" when asked to do anything. He was a person of his own convictions and had a fiercely independent nature.

He had a passion for skiing, running, weight lifting, jet skiing and golfing. Sean was a wonderful big brother and carefully mentored his siblings on the ways of the world. Most importantly, his friends were his inspiration and joy, and he loved each and every one deeply.

A kind-spirited person, he will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

The family will be welcoming guests from 3 to 7 p.m. on Monday, May 16, 2005, at the Brown Funeral Home, Broad Street, Plattsburgh. The cafeteria at Stafford Middle School will also be open.

A Christian Mass celebrating Sean’s life will be held Tuesday, May 17, 2005, at 11 a.m. at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 114 Cornelia St., Plattsburgh.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Sean’s memory may be made to the PHS New Track Project c/o PHS Booster Club, c/o Mark Donnelly, Plattsburgh High School, 1 Clifford Drive, Plattsburgh, NY 12901.

BRADENTON, Fla. — Paul K. Clare, long-time Plattsburgh resident, passed away suddenly in Bradenton, Fla., on May 13, 2005.

Paul was born on February 20, 1939, in Northhampton, Mass., the son of Edward and Hazel Clare.

After spending four years in the United States Air Force, Paul did his undergraduate study at the University of Dubuque in Iowa, and his graduate work at the University of Iowa.

Paul was a professor emeritus, after having taught criminal justice at Plattsburgh State University for 26 years. He was an internationally recognized expert on terrorism and did extensive research in Northern Ireland at the time of "The Troubles."

He is survived by Sue Clare, his wife of 44 years, a daughter Caroline Davis and her husband, Tom, of Wiscasset Maine; a daughter Kathy Brickman and her husband, David, of Ramsey, N.J.; and a son, Jim, and his wife, Alison, of Union City, N.J.

He was beloved "Grampy" to five grandchildren: Meredith 19; Jimmy, 13; Sam, 7; Lily, 5; and Miles, 7 months.

His many interests included hockey, which he coached in the Plattsburgh Youth Hockey League for eight years; reading; politics; and, in the past few years, running — he won many awards for running 5K and 10K races.

Paul will be sadly missed by his family and his loved ones.

A memorial service will be held for Paul from 4 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 18, 2005, at the R.W. Walker Funeral Home at 69 Court St. in Plattsburgh.

All friends and family are welcome to attend.

PLATTSBURGH — Leo L. Breyette, 81, of Beekman Street, Plattsburgh, died Sunday, May 15, 2005, at CVPH Medical Center.

He was born in Plattsburgh Sept. 25, 1923, the son of Francis J. and Sophia (Miller) Breyette. Leo retired after 41 1/2 years as crossing guard at Bailey Avenue School and was recipient of many awards for his dedicated service to the children. He was a member of St. Peter’s Church in Plattsburgh, Knights of Columbus Council #255, Bishop Wadhams Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus.

Leo was predeceased by his parents, Francis and Sophia Breyette; his brothers, Francis N., Malcolm and Eugene Breyette; and a nephew, John Breyette.

Survivors include long-time caregiver nephew, Jeffrey and caregiver niece, Mary; nephews Ronald, Donn, Stephen, Scott, Michael, Phillip, Eugene and nieces; Susan, Jane and Jennifer. Leo is also survived by three sisters-in-law: Marie, Winifred and Margaret Breyette and special friends Sally Tourville and Don Woodward.

Calling hours will be Wednesday, May 18, 2005, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Brown Funeral Home, Plattsburgh.

A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Thursday at 10 a.m. from St. Peter’s Church.

Interment will follow at St. Peter’s Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may make donations to the Bailey Oak Family School Association.

Members of the Knights of Columbus are asked to meet Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Brown Funeral Home, Plattsburgh.

MARGARET J. CHAMBERLAIN, 84, died Saturday, May 14, 2005, at Cedar Hedge Nursing Home in Rouses Point. Calling hours will be from 10 to 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 18, with a funeral service to follow at 11 a.m. at the M.B. Clark Funeral Home, 196 Elm Street in Champlain.

WILLIAM L. VanVALKENBURG, 76, of Abenaki Road, Plattsburgh, died unexpectedly, Sunday, May 15, 2005, at the CVPH Medical Center.

He was born in Albany, June 18, 1928, the son of Herman and Inez (Nelson) VanValkenburg.

Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hamilton Funeral Home in Keeseville.