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James Cusack Obituary
Mr. Cusack was born April 12, 1949, at the DeLand Navy Base Hospital, the youngest son of Ruth and Charles Cusack Sr.
He attended Euclid and Starke elementary schools, and was an honors graduate of Southwestern Junior-Senior High, Class of '67. He served in student government, and received many acknowledgments.
James was faithfully committed to Greater Union First Baptist Church of DeLand.
As a young boy, he assisted his parents at Arthur J. Mack Funeral Home. He attended Miami-Dade's William Philbrick School of Mortuary Science, completing internships in embalming and funeral directing.
Despite many opportunities and lucrative offers, James chose to remain in his beloved hometown, believing he could be of greater service to the people he knew best. His focus and watchword was to provide courteous, professional, sympathetic service and to serve God through his service to others.
James was known for his benevolence and sponsorships of youth, education, athletic, fraternal, church and community activities.
His mantra was "It is better to wear out than to rust out."
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Memories and Condolences
for James Cusack
Sponsored by J. E. Cusack Mortuary.
Anna Brown
May 24, 2022
Brenda continue to embrace your loving memories..
Kimberly Johnson
June 22, 2019
Sincerest condolences to Brenda and the Cusack family. May God continue to strengthen and comfort you during this time.
Terri Eidson
June 11, 2019
RIP jimmy.you were my favorite dean at deland high. You were always fair.
Elaine Holden-McKinney
June 10, 2019
Melba may God Bless and keep you and your family. I will keep you and your family in prayer
Broadus Jones
June 6, 2019
Bless you Brenda,
My heartfelt condolences is extended to you and your family as well. The Celebration was a beautiful tribute. I sat with Pastor Baker prior to the service. I am praying for you.
Dr, Anthony Owens
June 6, 2019
Sherry and I were deeply sadden to hear of the passing of Mr. Cusack. Mrs. Cusack and family know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Mr. Cusack will be remembered as a gentle giant in the Deland community.
Mr&Mrs. David Cherry
June 6, 2019
THEN,NOW,and FOREVER
Anna Brown
June 5, 2019
My prayers are with you Brenda and family...Anna Brown
Jake Snow
June 5, 2019
I am very sorry to hear of Mr. Cusack's passing. I remember being a student at DeLand High School meeting Mr. Cusack, who was working as the career counselor then. He was such a really nice person and one of the best people I have ever met in my life. Mr Cusack was always positive, helping people, and just a pleasure to be around. Condolences to Mr. Cusack's family and friends.
Howard Smith
June 5, 2019
Brenda,
Roben a I are so saddened to hear of your loss. James was a superb man and like yourself gave so much back. Deland and
western Volusia is greatly lessened without his dynamic presence. May you and family take well earned comfort in the my high quality years this splendid gentleman shared with all who loved him.
Howard Smith
Daytona Beach
MT
June 5, 2019
Brenda: I am so sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort be with you in your time of need.
L Beth Beekman
June 5, 2019
My love goes out to family and friends. May God give you comfort, and may you cherish the memories that remind you how special and wonderful James Cusack is, was and will always be.
Barbara & Melvin Jones
June 5, 2019
Our condolences to the Cusack Family. Mr Cusack was a friend and pillar of our community. He will definitely be missed.
Nick Costa
June 2, 2019
Our condolences to The Cusack Family. We will always miss seeing and talking to Jim. He was a great guy.
Janie Proctor-Cody
June 2, 2019
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Sue and Marty Atkinson
June 1, 2019
Jimmy, one of Gods excellent creations! Always a good word. Much love to Brenda. Sue and Marty Atkinson
May 31, 2019
Our Deepest Sympathy, he will be truly missed.The Best Guidance Counselor ever.~Lataurus & Kenya Williams~
James and Pat Akins
May 31, 2019
Although it was a treasure know Jimmy, it is truly a blessing to be considered a part of his wonderful family. Our sincere condolences go out to the entire staff of the J.E. Cusack Mortuary. Jimmy was one of the true pillars of the Deland community. His memory will always remain in our hearts. Brenda, you were and will always be the love of Jimmy's life. God blessed you and Jimmy with each other because He knew you deserved each other's love.
David Johnson
May 31, 2019
May God's Perfect Peace sustain Jimmy's family in their time of need. We will miss him greatly.
David Johnson and Staff, David Johnson's Automotive Repair
Mike Clemens
May 31, 2019
Our Deepest Sympathy. Jimmy will be greatly missed. Praying for God's peace for the family. Mike Clemens and Staff, West Volusia Removal Services.
Jeannine & Terry Dilligard
May 31, 2019
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Stephen Roper
May 30, 2019
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Janie Proctor Cody
May 30, 2019
REST IN PEACE DEAR CLASSMATE. JANIE PROCTOR CODY
Charlaine Roper
May 30, 2019
We are trusting in Gods promise that Jimmys, our cousins, soul is eternally resting in peace and that the love of family and friends will comfort you during this difficult time.
With deepest condolences,
Sue, Stephen, and Courtney
Doris Brantley
May 30, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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