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Helen Simmons Cusick

Passed 10/2/2007

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Obituary For Helen Simmons Cusick

Helen Simmons Cusick, 78, of Steubenville, Ohio formerly of Bloomingdale passed away Tuesday, October 2, 2007 at Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA. She was born May 1, 1929 in Bloomingdale, OH a daughter of the late Lee and Ruby Simmons of Bloomingdale. Helen was a graduate of Asbury College in Kentucky, Kent State University where she received her degree in education and Dayton University where she received her masters degree. She worked for Monsanto in Pensacola, Florida before moving back to Bloomingdale to teach at Wayne Elementary School until her retirement. She was a member of Bloomingdale United Methodist Church where she served as an organist. She also served as an organist at Ferry Past Methodist Church in Pensacola, FL. She served the church in many different capacities, currently as the president of the Methodist Women’s Association. She was also a member of the Woodland Garden Club. Her surviving family, who will miss this gentle, kind and loving lady, includes her husband Edwin Cusick; two brothers Ralph (Bea) Simmons and Ray (Dorothy) Simmons all of Bloomingdale, OH; stepchildren David (Diane) Cusick of Wintersville, OH and Joyce (Bob) Ellis of Westerville, OH; two grandchildren Melissa (Bill) Kovalchik and Natalie (Robbie) Frey; three great grandchildren Billy and Lorna Kovalchik and Kailyn Frey. She also leaves behind her niece Judy (Terry) Hare of Bloomingdale, OH and nephews Bill (Pam) Simmons of Bloomingdale, OH and Jerry Simmons of Canton, OH. Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, Wintersville Thursday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. where a service will be held Friday 11 a.m. with Rev. Richard Ferrell officiating. Burial at Fort Steuben.

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  • 09/03/2024

    Kristy (Sisley) Crawford

    After I moved away, I have often wondered how my favorite elementary school teacher was doing and was saddened by the news. Mrs. Cusick was my 5th and 6th grade teacher at Wayne Elementary School. She was one of the reasons that I became a teacher myself. She not only taught, but inspired. She will be sadly missed. She was loved by many and has made such a difference in children's lives everywhere. Not many people leave this earth touching so many. She was a beautiful person. Her family is in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you.

  • 09/03/2024

    Bob Becker

    My heartfelt sympathy to all on the passing of this great lady, Helen, who touched many lives with her compassion.

  • 09/03/2024

    Lynn Mathieu Mikesell 2nd Gr. teacher

    To Ed and family, When I first went to Wayne Elementary to teach Special Education(1973) I meet wonderful person and teacher named Helen Simmons. Eventually her name changed to Helen Cusick. She was such a great teacher and an exceptionally kind person. A few of us at Wayne still remember her and she will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

  • 09/03/2024

    Carolyn J. Fierbaugh Wiley

    My friend, Helen, was a great lady and mentor to all who knew and loved her. Helen will accomplish great feats and make music in a new and better place now. We can take comfort knowing Helen's perpetual works for others will continue on in God's kingdom. Her absence leaves an empty void that no one so special and compassionate as Helen can fill. My heartfelt sympathy is extended to Helen's family and MANY friends. Listen to your hearts; her music is still there

  • 09/03/2024

    Melissa Scott {Former Student}

    Mrs. Cusick was one of my Teachers back in the day at Wayne and she was a nice lady! So i still remember her and wanted to express my deepest condolences to her loved ones. God Bless.

  • 09/03/2024

    Gary James Mansfield

    I would like to extend my sincere condolences to Ed, and to all of the family members and friends. Helen will be missed by all who knew and loved her

  • 09/03/2024

    Mary Parks, Denny and Family

    We would like to extend to Ed,Ray, Ralph, and to all of the family members and friends our deepest sympathy.

  • 09/03/2024

    Ginny Wilson

    I have to tell you she was my favorite teacher of all times, that has been many many moons ago. She has touched the hearts of many kids that will always remember her a very sweet, kind individual with a big heart and always a warming smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless!!!

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