Cushing, Gary
Gary Cushing died on June 20 of cardiac arrest at his home in Brooklyn, NY. He is the son of the late Roy and Carmela (Lupo) Cushing. A Theology teacher at Iona Preparatory School in New York and a graduate with a degree in theology from Union Theological Seminary. Brother of Don (Penny) and Uncle to Kelly and David. Survived by aunts, cousins and his beloved circle of friends and his dog Casey. Burial 6/25 at 3pm at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Riverside, RI

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Published by The Providence Journal on Jun. 24, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Gary Cushing

22 Entries

Lauren Jayne Diamond

June 18, 2023

Oh, what good times we had. I know you are ok now, miss you. Love, Lauren

Lauren Jayne Diamond

June 18, 2022

Remembering my friend Gary. He was a funny and kind man. And boy, could he cook!!!!!!!! Miss you friend. Resting in peace.

Jim Sullivan

July 30, 2020

I met Gary on a city bus in Chicago in 1980. We became friends and I later met his mom, dad, grandmother and Aunt Gloria. All super people and all in heaven now. So sad Gary has died. Condolences to his family. We lost a wonderful person.

Cindy

July 29, 2020

Just learnt of this very sad news of Gary passing away from Beth. I took class with Gary more than 15 years ago yet it still feels so vivid in my mind... Will always remember him for his love, care, and the way he taught that not only opened my mind but also opened my heart. May Gary live on in our collective memories! May the virtuous seeds he sowed keep growing and giving fruits.

Jim Sullivan

July 16, 2020

i just saw Gary has passed. I am in shock. I have known him for over 40 years as well as his mom, dad, grandma and Aunt Gloria. Theyre all together now. Im so sad. He was such a good friend

Phoebe Lindo

July 1, 2020

Im so sad to hear that Mr. Cushing passed he was always one of my favorite teachers at Good Counsel and going to liturgy choir with him was always one of the best parts of my week. I hope that he rests in peace.

Lauren Jayne Diamond

June 29, 2020

Gary was a kind and generous man, I knew him for over twenty years and we shared much fun and great food together. Resting in peace with your mom, dad, and other good friends. Heaven is your place now.

The Fleming Family P 16 & 19

June 28, 2020

We are so sorry To hear of Mr. Cushings passing. Our sons were fortunate to have him as a teacher at Iona Prep. He was a man of great faith and kindness. He was a great teacher who made a point to know all of his students. We are sending you our prayers and condolences. May he Rest In Peace.

Margaret Flanagan

June 26, 2020

I was so shocked and sorry to hear of +Gary's passing. He was DRE at my parish, Most Holy Redeemer quite a few years ago, the most talented DRE we ever had. We couldn't afford to keep him, so he went on to teach at other places, but we remember him so fondly. He worked with the RCIA as well as running our Religious Education Program. All our catechists remember him well, we send our love. Kathy Sanders and all his family and friends, know our prayers are with you as you deal with this loss. May he help us deal with it! take care, Margaret A. Flanagan, MCA

Francesco Negro '20

June 26, 2020

I am so sorry for your loss - Mr. Cushing was my theology teacher at Iona Prep - he was an awesome teacher and pushed us to be our very best. I was heartbroken to hear of his passing. My prayers and thoughts our with the entire Cushing family. Live Jesus in Our Hearts Forever

Gerry and Lynette Oakes

June 25, 2020

So sorry to hear of the passing of your brother. Gary seemed to have touched many lives with his faith and life. Sympathies to Don and Penny and the rest of the family.

Cielo Godden

June 25, 2020

Gary you were so sweet, kindhearted and a real joy to be around! I will forever hold our time together very dear to my heart. God bless you Gary! Sending love to your family. Until we meet again, rest well.
Xoxo, Cielo

Kathleen Pettengill

June 24, 2020

I'm so saddened to hear about your families loss please know that all of you are in my thoughts.

Devin Grandison

June 24, 2020

Mr Gary Cushing was a wonderful man and true man of God. Every morning on his commute from RI him and I would sit on the train and school bus and talk about so much it was always a privilege to have his company. Now that I have graduated I can only be saddened because his impact on future gaels wont be felt the same as myself. Rest In Peace Mr Cushing

The Nowak Family

June 24, 2020

Don & family~
We are an Iona Prep family that was blessed to have your brother for our sons religion teacher. We are so very sorry for your loss. Mr. Cushing was a kind and gentle man. We will truly miss him at the Prep.

Don Cushing

June 24, 2020

Ann Rainone Boulet

June 23, 2020

Don,
My sincere condolences to you and your family on the death of your brother Gary. Many, many memories from years ago when we were all growing up in the Mt. Pleasant area!

Xaverio Colaiacovo

June 23, 2020

Me. Cushing was a kind, generous, and a very informative man. He shared knowledge of the catholic faith at my school and enlightened everyone he came into contact with. Heaven just gained a angel and loving soul . Rest In Peace Mr.Cushing, and my condolences to such a wonderful family ❤

Christopher Condon

June 23, 2020

I had the pleasure of having Mr. Cushing as my religion teacher for two years at Iona Prep (junior and senior year). Mr. Cushing had the light of Christ sparking in his soul and he was another Christ to others especially his students who were so dear to him. Like God, he loved his students very much, and always had a constant concern for them. Never did I know a teacher, who thought so selflessly about their students. He always made the effort to say hello in the hallway or see how others were doing. When alumni came back to visit, he always made the effort to talk with them and give them advice as they came back with stories of their college adventures. Iona Prep will never be the same without Mr. Cushing and we will all miss him. I send my condolences to his family and friends on this sudden loss. We will never forget Mr. Cushing. May God give him eternal rest.

Jacqueline Gibbs

June 23, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful friend. Gary was an outstanding human being who led by example...he will be missed by so many! A man of deep faith who is surely now in the embrace of God's unfathomable love. Rest in peace, dear friend, and may perpetual light shine upon you❤

Patrick Burns

June 23, 2020

Mr. Cushing was a man of God and was very proud teaching his students about the life and examples of Jesus Christ. I was very fortunate to Have him as my religion teacher while attending iona prep. May God welcome you into his kingdom and may your teachings and inspirations to all of your students live on forever. Live Gary Cushing and Jesus in our hearts forever

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