David A. Cushma age 58 of Canonsburg, passed away on the eve of his birthday, Friday December 13, 2024, in Allegheny General Hospital Pittsburgh following extended illnesses. He was born December 14, 1965, in Washington a son of the late Thomas and Frances Curl Cushma. He lived his life in the Canonsburg area and was a graduate of Canon-McMillan High School. This was Dave’s third Fight in his lifetime against cancer and he fought each time with dignity and compassion. Always worrying about someone other than himself, he told his sister numerous times that she was not to upset herself over his illness. To friends and family who knew him Dave was a pillar of strength, whether it was a family or work crisis, he was the one everyone looked for direction. He was the ultimate “fixer”. David was the rock of his family and lovingly sacrificed both his personal and professional life for 15 years while caring for both of his parents. He spent his lifetime in the food service industry, recently celebrating 10 years of employment with The Longhorn Steakhouse in Washington. He was blessed to work with wonderful co-workers who soon became steadfast friends. Left behind to cherish his memory are his brother Thomas Cushma, sister and best friend Kathryn J. Cushma, his second mother Rosemary Miszuk, his aunts Margaret Striner and Dorothy Bruce and numerous cousins and friends. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Davids’s life was not measured in monetary value, but in his value as a person.
At Davids request funeral services and interment in Oak Spring Cemetery will be private, and have been entrusted into the care of Salandra Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc. Joseph P. Salandra LFD owner/supervisor 304 West Pike Street Canonsburg (724) 745-8120. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or Davids Favorite Charity, St. Jude Children’s Hospital. To view or extend condolences please visit www.salandrafunerals.com.
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