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James Cummings Obituary
He was born July 6, 1925, to the late James H. Cummings Jr., and Isabella Wanamaker of Philadelphia.
In World War II, he served in the 63rd infantry division as a Sergeant. Wounded at Colmar, France, he received a Bronze Star, a Purple Heart, and six additional medals of commendation.
He attended Haverford School in Haverford, Penn., the Biarritz American University in France, and Duke and Syracuse University.
His business career began at Am Collins Manufacturing Co., in Philadelphia as Vice President and Director. Later, he was the marketing manager for International Paper Company. In 1969, Jim was elected President of the Sales Association for the Paper Industry.
Jim was an active member of the Merion Golf Club of Philadelphia, the Racquet Club of Philadelphia, and was Vice President and director of the Tokeneke Club of Darien, Conn.
After retirement, he moved to Cape Cod where he served as Flotilla Commander in the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, Captain of Division XI, and received 13 achievement awards for his leadership. He was the founder and president of the Cape Cod Investment Club. Jim was Vice President and director of the Big Brothers/Big Sisters Program, Chatham Rotary Club, and the Cape Cod Men's Club.
He loved piloting planes and gliders, and received two flight endurance awards from the Soaring Society of America. He enjoyed skiing, golf, dinners out with his family, and spending time at his home in Lincoln, N.H.
He is survived by his children, Margaret B. Cummings of Brewster, James (Terry) Cummings of Md., Eric R. Cummings of Colo., Isabella (Coco) Larrain of Brewster; his sister, Isabella C. Zimmerman of N.C.; nine grandchildren; and his devoted dog, Zipper.
A memorial service will be held on Dec. 16 at 2 p.m. at Pilgrim Congregational Church, Harwich Port. A reception will also be held on Dec. 20 in memory of G-pop at Common Man, Lincoln, N.H., at 5 p.m.
Donations may be made to the Yankee Golden Retriever Rescue Inc., Box 808, Hudson, MA 01749, or to the USCG Aux. Flotilla, 11-01, c/o H Cutts FSO-FN, 6 Harding Lane, Harwich, MA 02645.
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eric cummings
December 5, 2006
Dad, I can't say this enough, I'm honored to have had you as our father and guide through life. You're sacrifices, if there were any, to give us the best you could seemed effortless and enjoyable. I'll never ever forget the strength and loving care you showed us during our last night together. I'll miss you very much but am comforted to still have you here in my heart. I love you father.
Isabella Larrain
November 20, 2006
My Dearest Dad,
Words can barely describe how deeply influential you have been, not only on my life, but I know on the lives of MANY.
You were a supreme and loving father, generous in countless ways. The lessons you've taught continued up to your last day. Some were; above all, endure everything with a smile - no matter HOW difficult the situation, and that there are ALWAYS new things to learn, and NEVER let go of gratitude.
I am learning how to go on without you, it's hard but I'm smiling because I'm so grateful that you were my father and I was blessed to have you in my life as long as I did. I am also comforted knowing you and mom are reunited. We will be okay, you taught us well.
I thank you for our journey together, it was a great one!
I love you both so, SO very much, now and forever.
~ Lizzy
Laura Cummings
November 20, 2006
Gpop is a hero to everyone who knew him, in everything he did in life. He made our family what it is, and we will proudly continue what he has taught us.
Margaret Cummings
November 20, 2006
To my beloved Dad, We all miss you so very much. There is a trenendous hole in our lives, but there is also strength in the family as you said to us. We will be okay. Zipper is here with me getting lots of hugs and tennis balls. She's going to be okay, too. I love you, Dad - always and forever.
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