F. Gaylord McEwen, 87, of 2016 W. Washington St., passed away on March 29, 2010 in Lawrence County Gericare.Born in New Castle, PA on May 24, 1922 he was the son of the late Foster and Edna Boak McEwen.He married Mary Catherine Hannon McEwen on March 14, 1946. She preceded him in death on May 27, 1998. Mr. McEwen was the head cable splicer/installer for Bell Telephone. He was an Army veteran serving in WWII. He enjoyed golfing, hunting and gardening. He was a member of the Coachman's Club, NRA and the GBU.Survivors include one brother and sister-in-law, Ray and Kathy McEwen of New Castle and numerous loving nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and two brothers, Harold and Robert McEwen.Visitation will be on Thursday, April 1, 2010, from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at the R. Cunningham Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. 2429 Wilmington Rd., New Castle, PA.A service will be conducted on Thursday, April 1, 2010, at 8:15 pm at the funeral home with the Rev. Richard Nero of SouthernCare Hospice officiating. Burial will be in Castle View Memorial Gardens.Memorial contributions may be made to SouthernCare Hospice 2656 Wilmington Rd., New Castle, PA 16105.