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Cheryl Lynn Luening Cushman

1954 - 2020

Cheryl Lynn Luening Cushman obituary, 1954-2020, Gonzales, LA

BORN

1954

DIED

2020

Cheryl Cushman Obituary

Cheryl Lynn Luening Cushman (Cherry) of Gonzales, Louisiana at the age of 65 received her angel wings on October 12th, 2020. She was born on December 2nd, 1954 in New Orleans, Louisiana. She was preceded in death by her mother, Floramae (Thomas) Luening, father Warren S. Luening, mother-in-law Hyacinth (Schroeder) Sauer and father-in-law Frank E. Cushman Sr. She is survived by her soulmate and beloved husband Stephen B. Cushman. Mother of Tammy Arcement Drumm (Alan), son Ronald R. Arcement Jr. Grandmother to Dylan M. Drumm (Rachel), Mia E. Drumm and Evan R. Arcement. She was the sister of Warrine Vucinovich (Thomas) and Nelda Peterson. She had numerous nieces, nephews and caring friends she considered family. All who knew her loved her sense of humor. She had a special way to make all the people around her laugh. Upon meeting her she would say, "Just call me maw maw". She had a 24 year distinguished military career in the Louisiana Army National Guard where she received numerous citations and awards. She retired from the military on October 31st, 2013. She enjoyed her mustang, traveling, gardening, puzzles, ghost stories, horror movies, bowling, crafting with her granddaughter Mia, swimming with her dogs and just spending time with her husband, family and friends. She was a pure soul that has gone too soon. She will be missed by all because she was loved by all that knew her. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to any local animal shelter. Celebration of Life Memorial, November 7th at 2 PM. Park at 12730 Florida Blvd, Baton Rouge, Louisiana and walk next door to the Crystal Palace.

Published by The Advocate from Oct. 22 to Nov. 7, 2020.
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On behalf of Louisiana Women Veterans, we would like to extend our heartfelt sympathies to the family of Cheryl Lynn Cushmann, Louisiana National Guard. We salute her service to our country and honor her with this poem:

She is a woman veteran
Whose service was true
She proudly served
The Red, White and Blue

She gave a part of her life
So others could be free
And without any hesitation
She joined unselfishly

She did her job well
With Honor and Pride
And served her great country
With the men alongside

We're proud today to know
That although she is gone
She goes onto glory
After a job "well done!"

And so, "Our Dear Sister"
We salute you today
A special soldier laid to rest
In this quiet, solemn way

Inspired by: God
Written by: Louisiana Women Veterans

Anna D. Sanders

Friend

October 30, 2020

We are so sorry to learn that Cheryl passed away. She was a joy to be around and our hearts go out to Steve and her family. May God hold you close. Our love and prayers.

Kavin & Cindi Sherwood

Friend

October 28, 2020

Rest in peace Cheryl. ❤

Dee

Acquaintance

October 24, 2020

She was a beautiful soul, we always looked forward to seeing her and sharing stories. Gone way too soon! Page and Patsy

Page Dew

Friend

October 24, 2020

Cheryl and I met by chance because we both were fans of the country singer Jeff Bates. I instantly liked Cheryl and her husband. Over the years I had wanted to reconnect with them. She was such a sweet person and I am deeply saddened and shocked at her passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to Steve and her family. RIP sweet lady!

Nelda Runyon

Friend

October 22, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jackie non (daughter of Phyllis Larsen)

Jacqulyn Nunenmacher

Friend

October 21, 2020

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