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Irondequoit-March 2, 2025 at 94. Predeceased by his parents Thurza & Walter and beloved sister Sharon (Arthur) Scott. Survived by nephews David (Lois) Scott, Ronald (Sue) Scott, Timothy (Jill) Scott, nieces Bonnie (Larry) Folden, Sheryl (Harold) Luckner, Kathleen Ross (John), Kimberly (Matthew) Eiffert, and caregiver/family friend Doug Crooker.
Father Cushing served as a priest for nearly 7 decades. He was ordained by Bishop Kearney in 1956 and assigned as associate pastor at Holy Cross in Charlotte, NY for 6 years. He then became chaplain at St. Agnes High School for 18 years. During that time, he was appointed as chaplain of the Monroe County Jail and Associate Director of the Family Life Bureau. Finally, he was named Pastor of St. Cecilia Church, where he served for over 20 years. He never truly retired and enjoyed participating in mass for the Holy Family Catholic Community churches in Wayland, Perkinsville & especially Cohocton for over 2 years. He inspired many and was beloved by all.
Father Cushing spent his free time pursuing his love of photography, watching the New York Yankees & Buffalo Bills, and enjoying the company of his countless great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great nieces, and great-great nephews.
Father Cushing will lie in state at St. Cecilia Church on Friday March 14th, from 10am-11am followed by his funeral mass. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
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Anne Klejment
March 27, 2025
Fr Cushing was so approachable and interested in what were were thinking and doing. He taught the marriage course our senior year and we all loved the time we spent with him. He was the first progressive priest I got to know. When we graduated, he gave each of us a small photo. For me, it meant that he wanted us to know that he was still available to help us, if needed. God bless him!
Anne Klejment SAH '68
Judy
March 14, 2025
Rev. Cushing Family ~
Saddened to read of Father Cushing ~
I was a student at St. Agnes High School when he was Chaplain...
My favorite memory was listening to music of 'Jesus Christ Super Star' in his office.
May you feel him while he photos his (ove to each of you as you enjoy watching the NY Yankees and Buffalo Bills ~
My Condolences, Sympathy and Prayers,
)udy Heagney-O'Hara
Alexis truatman
March 12, 2025
Beverly Juiliani Tartaglia
March 9, 2025
Father Cushing was honest, kind and progressive in his teachings and beliefs. Bless him for accepting every girl for herself . Your care and guidance was respected and appreciated. Beverly Juiliani-Tartaglia SAH `71.
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Patti
March 9, 2025
Fr. Cushing was a compassionate & kind man who helped me during my high school years at St. Agnes. Those if us who have had the privilege of knowing him are better for it. Enjoy eternal peace.
Joan Huss
March 7, 2025
Rest in peace Father
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