MYSTIC: Robert C. Cushman, Sr., 88, native of Mystic passed away peacefully May 10, 2023. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Carol Holland Cushman.
He was born August 20, 1934 in New London, CT to Robert and Gertrude Cushman. He attended Fitch Senior High School, Mitchell College, and University of Connecticut.
Bob was a veteran of the US Navy. A successful businessman, he owned his own real estate company from 1959 until 1999. He was an active life long member of St. Mark's Church in Mystic. His civic duties were especially important to him. He held positions in numerous organizations. These include CT Association of Realtors, Mystic Flag Committee, Chamber of Commerce, Coastal Masonic Lodge 57, and the CT Mayflower Society.
Bob was an avid golfer and boating enthusiast. Trips were made up and down the eastern seaboard, hitting every state along the way. He was also proud to have raised and lowered the flag in downtown Mystic for over 30 years.
Along with Carol, Bob is survived by his four children, Kerry (Tim) Curtis, Jacqueline (Kelly) Fogg, Robert (Tracy) Cushman, Jr., and Ronald (Erica) Cushman; five grandchildren and four great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his sister, Jean Cushman Knapp.
A service will held at St. Mark's Church, 15 Pearl St., Mystic on Thursday May 18, 2023 at 10:00 am.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Mystic Flag Committee c/o Densmore Oil Co., 1 Bank Square, Mystic, CT.
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