Matthew B. Cusack

Matthew B. Cusack, age 57, passed into God's loving arms with his family by his side on Jan 5th, 2026. Cherished husband for 35 years to Melissa (nee Berg). Loving father of Catherine (Randy) Gerhard, Colleen Lazarus, Sean and Patrick Cusack. Adoring "Pop Pop" of Ellie. Son of the late Bernard and Julianna Cusack. Brother of William (Therese) and Daniel (Patricia) Cusack. Son-in-law of Richard and Barbara Berg. Brother-in-law of Peter (Mayen) Berg, Aaron (Stefani) Berg , and Charles (Melissa) Henry. Uncle of Michael (Amanda), David (Annie), Maggie, Rory and Kendrick.

Matt was a member of Local #399 for 33 years. Assistant Director of Illinois Institute of Technology and Director of Engineering for Chicago Public Schools. Matt leaves behind a legacy that will continue through the people he inspired and mentored.

Visitation Friday, Jan. 9th from 3-8:00 pm at Donnellan Funeral Home, 10525 S. Western Ave., Chicago. Funeral Saturday 9:00 am from the funeral home to St. Cajetan Church, 2445 W. 112th St., Chicago, for 10:00 am Mass. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Popa Hops at https://papahops.org/donate/ or Cheers for Charity @cheersforcharity19 on Venmo. For info 773-238-0075 or sign guestbook at www.donnellanfuneralhome.com.