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Walter Cushman Obituary
WORCESTER - Walter K. Cushman Jr. died peacefully at St. Vincent Hospital on Sunday, May 27, 2018 in Worcester, Mass. He was 87.
Mr. Cushman was pre-deceased by his beloved wife Joan of 39 years; a son, David S. Cushman; and his sister, Mary Cushman Pierce. He is survived by his former wife Joyce Cushman Alexander; their children Linda F. Cushman-Baugh (Edward) of Englewood, N.J.; James G. Cushman of San Mateo, Calif.; and Susan E. Cushman of Long Beach, N.Y.; his step-children Suzanne Napier (Terrence), Terry Wisoff (Marshall), Stephanie Miller (Frank), Mark Aubuchon (Jennifer); daughter-in-law Joan Powers (Craig); 8 grandchildren (Julia, Ben, Sean, Jeremy, Clare, Erin, Meghan and Hannah); one great-grandchild Lucy; and nieces Lyn Strickler (Peter), Nancy Valente (Javid), and Cynthia Nestle (Scott).
A celebration of Mr. Cushman's life will take place this Saturday, June 9, 2018 at United Congregational Church, 6 Institute Road, Worcester, Mass. 01609 at 1:30 p.m. (family visitation) with a service at 2 p.m. and reception to follow at 3 p.m.All are welcome. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or United Congregational Church of Worcester.
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Billy Ackerly
June 23, 2018
I remember Walter , very much from United Congregational Church , Worcester , MA. He always made me feel at home. He was accepting of All people. A true man of God. May the Angels welcome him to Heaven. Billy Ackerly
May 31, 2018
Dear Linda, Susan and family,
We were saddened to hear of Walter's passing. We had the privilege and blessings of having Walter and Joan as neighbors for many years, bringing fond memories and smiles to our family. It has also been a pleasure and privilege to have known you as well!
May you all have peace in knowing he is resting in the arms of the Lord.
Mark, Maryann, Vicky and Katie
Sharlee DiMenichi
May 30, 2018
Dear Susan and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I had the privilege of meeting your father in recent years and I could immediately sense the quiet joy that illumined him. I am keeping you all in prayer and loving thoughts.
Love,
Sharlee
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