Michael Ronald Cummings

Michael Cummings Obituary

CUMMINGS Michael Ronald Cummings, age 71, passed away at Mount Carmel East Hospital on September 25, 2012 after a brave battle with pancreatic cancer. Mike was born on December 10, 1940 to Arthur and Lenna (Mapes) Cummings in Saginaw, Michigan. Mike graduated from Garden City High School in Michigan and received his Bachelors degree from Michigan State University and his Masters degree from Central Michigan University. He worked for over thirty years for the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) in Battle Creek, Michigan and Columbus, Ohio holding various positions in the profession of Data Systems. Mike is preceded in death by his father Arthur L. Cummings. He is survived by his mother, Lenna I. Cummings; sister, L. Diane Groszko; children, Kimberly Kay and Kriss Tina Cummings; grandchildren, Tyler West and Taylor Cummings; and nephews, Garrett and Michael Groszko. Mike wanted to write a journal about his fight with cancer to help others, but he became too ill, so his body was donated to the Cleveland Clinic into a research project studying cancer. No funeral services are planned at this time.
Published in The Columbus Dispatch from 10/2/12 - 10/4/12.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Oct. 3, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Cummings

13 Entries

Mary Ellen Roberson

October 15, 2012

To Mike's family. I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Mike in DSAC and enjoyed him and his dry sense of humor. I just received a Friend Request from him on Face Book and when I went to respond I saw his Obit. I only hope that he was not ill for a long time. I lost a brother to pancreatic cancer 11 years ago and it is a vicious disease. God Bless all of you and God Bless to me friend Mike.

October 12, 2012

Kim and Kris our thoughts and prayers are with you today and everyday. It was so nice you were able to sit with your father his last days. I know it was hard but well appreciated. We have many memories of your dad, most warm and fuzzy. He was a special person to have in the family.

Hugs to you all,
Love you,
Aunt Jacque and Shelley

Connie McLochlin

October 9, 2012

We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Mike was a sweet man and we had the pleasure of knowing him through our Landstar/Clearwater Logistics trucking company. He will be deeply missed. Our sympathies are with his family and friends. May the Lord heal all the pain and sorrow we fill and lift Mike up on angels wings. Sincerely, Connie & Mark McLochlin and staff

Jan Jarrell

October 5, 2012

Diane and family,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Mike was a really good guy and I'm glad I had the opportunity to get to know him while working at DSAC. My sympathies and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless

Edna Heitzman

October 5, 2012

Diane, I am so sorry for your loss. I hadn't even heard that Mike was sick. If you need anything, please let me know. Prayers are coming your way for you and your family.

Nancy Jenkins

October 5, 2012

I met Mike (and Sandy) in March of 1975 working at DSAO. I was very young (21) and still very wet behind the ears. I had no family in town and Mike (and Sandy) took care of me. My car was always on the blitz and there were many times that Mike fixed it for me. He always had a smile on his face. He will be truly missed. My sincerest condolences to his mom, sister and his children.

Kim Coble

October 5, 2012

Kim, Im so sorry for your loss!! It has been a long road, and you have been with your Dad every step of the way. Im sure the rest of the family appreciates all that you have done for your father to keep him comfortable in his final hours. I love you girl and each day will get easier.. Love your best friend Kim Coble

Kay Gibson

October 5, 2012

Lenna,Diane and Family,

I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.

Michelle Patterson

October 4, 2012

Thinking of Mike brings back fond childhood memories of him taking us to the gym and letting us hang from his biceps! My thoughts and prayers go out to Kim, Kriss and family. May you find comfort in your happy memories with Mike and knowing that he is now resting in peace.

To Kim, your dad knew what an amazing, caring and loving person you are! He was truly blessed to have your unconditional love! God Bless!

Michelle Patterson

October 4, 2012

Thinking of Mike brings back fond childhood memories of him taking us to the gym and letting us hang from his biceps. My thoughts and prayers go out to you, Kim, Kriss and family in your time of grief. Hold onto your happy memories. Kim, I hope you know what an amazing, loving and caring daughter you were to your father. He was truly blessed to have your unconditional love! God bless you!

Ashley Albert

October 4, 2012

Send my condolences to his entire family and have you all in my prayers!

October 4, 2012

I remember Mike so well, b/c we were neighbors on Florence St in Garden City during our Jr Hi through High School years. Mike was a super nice friend...I'm so sorry to hear of his untimely death. My memories of Mike are nothing short of 'special'!!
My prayers and thoughts are with his family at this time.

Alice Ann (Bee) Simmons

October 4, 2012

Garden City, MI class of 1959
extend our sincere prayers
for your peace and comfort.
We are so glad Mike enjoyed a
'Good Life' to celebrate.
He was a fun kid in school.
We can all cherish our memories.
Class of G.C. High 1959

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