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Michael Lee Cushman

1975 - 2020

Michael Lee Cushman obituary, 1975-2020, Memphis, TN

BORN

1975

DIED

2020

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Memphis Funeral Home - Poplar

5599 Poplar Ave

Memphis, Tennessee

Michael Cushman Obituary

Michael Lee Cushman, 44, passed away February 16, 2020, at home surrounded by family and friends that he had touched in some small way throughout his short, yet very memorable life. He was born April 1, 1975 in Millington, Tennessee the son of Ruth Cushman.

Michael was known as a truely gentle giant to his family and friends. His life would seem too short to many, but those who were touched by him understood that the quality of existence far exceeds the quantity of time in which one lives.

Throughout Michael's long bout with cancer he never lost his quick wit and timely sense of humor.

Michael is survived by his loving wife Sonia Cushman of 17 years, sons Aidan and Evan of the home; his mother Ruth Cushman of Millington, TN; brother Kenneth and wife Kendra Cushman of Quantico, VA; numerous aunts, uncles, nephews, and cousins.

Family and friends will gather from 12:00 p.m. until a celebration of life service begins at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, February 22, at Memphis Funeral Home, 5599 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to LeBonheur Children's Hospital, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Methodist Alliance Hospice of Memphis.

Online condolences, and directions may be found through www.memphisfuneralhome.net.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Daily Memphian on Feb. 18, 2020.

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22

Memorial Gathering

12:00 p.m.

Memphis Funeral Home - Poplar

5599 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38119

Feb

22

Celebration of Life

2:00 p.m.

Memphis Funeral Home - Poplar

5599 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38119

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5599 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38119

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