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Margaret Cushing Obituary

Cushing, Margaret Wolf 83, loving wife of the late Jack Cushing, award-winning mother of Cathleen Duff (the late Michael), John, (Katie), the late Patty, Mary Doherty (Jim), the late Robert (Cynthia), Maggie Burke (Brian), Tom (Ellen), Joe (Beth), and Barbara Cushing, beloved grandmother of 32, doting great-grandmother of 13, fond sister of the late Bobby, Sally Mutert (the late Donald, Gordon Swanlund), Elizabeth Lahart (the late Joseph), entertaining aunt of 13 actual and innumerable adopted nieces and nephews. Visitation Wednesday, March 31, 3:00 to 8:00p.m. at RYAN-PARKE FUNERAL HOME, 120 S. Northwest Hwy. (two blocks S. of Touhy), Park Ridge. Funeral Thursday, 9:15a.m. from funeral home to St. Mary of the Woods Church, Services 10:00a.m. Interment All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the charity of your choice, or The Center for lndependence Through Conductive Education, Suite 100, Countryside, IL, 60525 708-588-0833. Funeral info 847-823-1171.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Mar. 30 to Mar. 31, 2010.

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Jack Vander Schilden

May 17, 2010

Dearest Cush,
our depest heartfelt condolences go out to you on the untimely death of your mom. I just learned of it yesterday while talking to Bubby. I am truly sorry -- she was a great woman.

April 20, 2010

Dear Cushing Family,
After reading all of the messages that people wrote about your Dear Mom, I can only think what a wonderful lady she must have been.I am sorry for your loss.
I remember my days at Regina,Thank you for being such a Great big sister Cathy.. your KINDNESS is something that you remember your life.I want to thank you.It did make my sail a little easier.
Again I am sorry for your loss, I loss my Mom five years ago.I hope your Memories bring you comfort.Please take care !
Monica Monaco Young Class of 1970

Lyn Estka

April 14, 2010

To the Cushing Family,
I have just heard this sad news. Your mom was a very gracious and kind women whom I adored. I cannot tell you how very sorry I am for all of you on this tremendous loss.

Kathy Hackett

April 10, 2010

Mary - Hoping there is peace in this passing even as there is much sadness. Sending my deepest sympathy.

Karen Grabill

April 9, 2010

I was saddened to learn of Margaret's passing. She was a dear lady who's warmth and wisdom touched my life at a time when I was experiencing some difficulties. I shall always carry wonderful memories of her.

April 5, 2010

Joe and Family,

We were in NH when John told me about your mother's passing. Ray and I are so sorry for your family -- what a loss! That smile of hers was worth a million bucks. She always made you feel better for having seen her.

You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Ray and Dolores Greabe

April 5, 2010

Dear Cushing Family,
Our prayers are with you. Your mother was a delightful, gracious woman who was always fun to be with. We will all miss her.
Judy and Tony Owens

Donna Driscoll

April 2, 2010

To Mary and the rest of the family,
I was sorry to hear about your mom. She was a kind and gracious woman who always welcomed us neighborhood kids as if we were her own. I am sure she will be missed.
With deepest sympathy.

Tom Mammoser

April 2, 2010

Cushing Family,

My condolences on the passing of your mother. She was a great lady and the matriarch of a wonderful family. I have fond memories of hanging out at your house while the folks played cards. I also treasure my time with Rob. There is now a fourth at the bridge table in heaven.

April 2, 2010

To the entire Cushing family....
I just learned of the sad passing of Margaret. Our sincere sumpathies go out to you and your families at this sad time.
Margaret was always a wonderful person to me and my family.
She will be missed. Marilyn Janeczko (Cushing) Huth - Fort Wayne, IN.

April 1, 2010

Dear Cushing Family,
I am sorry I was unable to attend any of the services for your Mom. She was a great lady and a great friend to our Mom, Mary and your Dad was a great friend to our Dad, Jim. All the Mahers are blessed to know the Cushing Family.
Fondly,
Katie Maher Mallinson

Michael Ward

March 31, 2010

Cathy, John, Cynthia and the entire Cushing family -

I am sorry to learn of the passing of your mother. I remember her from St. Mary of the Woods as a kind and sweet woman. Your family has endured the passing of many family members, which brings great sorrow. But you have also had the joy of their love and companionship, much in the way that I cherish the memories of my parents. I will keep your mother, father, Rob, Patty, and Cathy's husband Michael in my prayers during this Easter season.

John Cushing

March 31, 2010

Our prayers are with you (second cousins). From John W. Cushing & Family.

Turville Family

March 31, 2010

Our sympathies are with the entire Cushing family in this time of sorrow. We will be thinking of all you.

Colleen & Joe Vitu

March 31, 2010

We are so sorry to hear of her passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Pattie Ward

March 31, 2010

Dear Mary and The Entire Cushing Family,

Although the years make it seem so long ago, the memories of our wonderful youth... the knowledge that we were protected, well cared for and loved... are the foundation of who we became. Your Mom always made me feel that in your home... like an extension of my own. I'm sure my Mom, who passed away 3 years ago is part of a large St. Mary's welcoming party waiting to greet your Mom as she comes home to Our Lord.

On behalf of my entire family, peace and comfort to you.

Candace Michaels(White)

March 31, 2010

maggie,
I remember your mom being a warm, generous person--always there for her kids. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Candace(Candy) Michaels(White)
Alpharetta, Georgia
770-752-0406

Gary Griffin

March 31, 2010

Margaret was nothing but a sweetheart to me in all the years I've known her, and she and my Mom and Dad really hit it off when they finally had a chance to meet. I'm glad her passing was peaceful, and she's re-united with her husband Jack, son Rob, daughter Patty, son-in-law Mike Duff, and others. She will be missed and remembered.

March 30, 2010

Maggie
She was one gracious lady !
Such an example to all.
Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Jim McCambridge and family.

Joseph W. Leppert III

March 30, 2010

Dear John and family,
May your hours of Easter and the Triduum days ahead be filled with the grace and peace that comes from our faith in His Resurrection and your beloved Mother's eternal rest in his care.

March 30, 2010

Cathy,

My prayers are with you and your family at this time. Know you are in my thoughts.

Leslie (Klabough) Ropas

Tom (Thomas J.) & Patty Cushing

March 30, 2010

A note to all the family: from Tom & Patty Cushing in Griffith, Indiana. Our prayers are with all of you. Cousin Margaret’s time on earth is done, sad that she has been leaving us all a day at a time. We all have memories of the good times and we try not to dwell on the bad times. She will forever be remembered as a loveable person who endured much in her lifetime and could come up with that winning smile of hers when the cards being dealt weren’t the best.
We will do our best to be with you to celebrate her life.
God be with you. Love, Tom & Patty

Rick Schwind

March 30, 2010

To John and the Cushing family -
My condolences go out to you at this time of loss. May the fond memories of your loving mother comfort you.

March 30, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Ann Marzano

March 30, 2010

Maggie - I am very sorry about your mom. That is very sad. Please know that your friends love you and we are all sending our prayers and good thoughts your way. Love is eternal.

Ron Brose

March 30, 2010

To Tom, and all the Cushing Family...my deepest sympathy and prayers go out to all of you. Your Mom was one of those neighborhood Moms it was always so nice to see and such a gracious "host" when the kids would invade her home and yard. She was always so nice and friendly and smiling...she seemed to really enjoy when her kids had friends come over and when you think of all her children and the number of friends you all had...well, it's amazing to think of how the door was always open to us and we were always made to feel welcome in her home. God bless you Mrs. Cushing.

The Staff of Ryan-Parke Funeral Home

March 30, 2010

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