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Mark Cusenbary Obituary

Mark R. Cusenbary, age 55, passed away February 9, 2005 in Phoenix. He
was born July 29, 1949 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was a US Air Force Veteran. Mark is survived by his beloved wife Patty, daughter Sonya Brooks, sons Jonathan, Robert & Aaron, sister Sue Dodson,
brother Phillip and granddaughter Cheyenne Brooks. Service 10:00 A.M., Saturday, Feb. 12, at Horizons Community Church, 14120 N. 79th Ave., Peoria. Contributions Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, 85014. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Shadow Mountain Mortuary.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Feb. 11, 2005.

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Dawn Talabac

March 2, 2005

My daughter Aerial and I were deeply saddened to hear of Mr. Cusenbary's passing. We both think the world of him. Many days after school I would be waiting for Aerial to come out to the car so we could go home. After a good 15 min or so I would unload the car of all my daycare children only to find Aerial and Mr. Cusenbary chatting away in his class room. That is one of the many good memories we have of Mr. Cusenbary.

Deb Struthers

February 11, 2005

A blessing and a treasure; Mark you truly knew the meaning of "the joy of the Lord is my strength." Thank you for sharing that joy and that strength so freely with so many. What a difference you have made and what an honorable legacy you have left for the rest of us.

Sue Gerlach

February 11, 2005

Mark Cusenbary was a man of wisdom and honor. He will always have a place of warmth and love in our hearts. Mark, Barcelona Middle School truly misses you and salutes you.

Stacey Henrich

February 11, 2005

Mr Cusenbary was my daughters 4th grade teacher and also was in the adjoining room to her 6th grade class(this year). He was the first teacher and only 1 of 2 that has had a profound effect on her outlook of school, education and her life(so far)she says he is part of her family. She is at an age where everything makes an impression and we hope as parents that they experience more positive experiences, Mr. Cusenbary was most definitely a positive influence on her life and I thank him and those who shared his life. You all are part of the reason he is who he is in the memory and hearts of all who had the pleasure to have known and met him. Thank You for what you gave my daughter and I am sure so many others.

Stacey Henrich mother of Jamie Henrich-Barcelona Middle School.

Jeanette Reish

February 11, 2005

Mark will truly be missed at Barcelona Middle School. He was an awesome teacher and wonderful man.I thank the Lord for blessing me with the oppourtunity of knowing and working with him.Rest in peace Mark.

Staci Darnell

February 11, 2005

Thank you for always being a pillar of encouragement and strength. You treated me like a "daughter" at work and made me feel appreciated. Thank you Mark for your guidance and support. I love and miss you dearly.

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