Steven Alan Cusic
August 24, 2000 ~ February 18, 2009
Services:
A Mass of Chrisitan Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, February 21, 2009 at 10:30 AM in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Mechanicsville, MD with Fr. Peter Alliata officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Friday, February 20, 2009 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD where prayers will be said at 7:00 PM by Deacon William Kyte.
Steven Alan Cusic, Jr., 8, of Mechanicsville, MD died February 18, 2009 at his residence. Born August 24, 2000, he was the son of Leslie Morgan of Mechanicsville, MD and Steven Alan Cusic, Sr. of Marblehead, OH. He is also survived by his siblings Rachel Jones of Mechanicsville, MD and Cody Cusic of Marblehead, OH, his maternal grandparents; Dennis and Sandy Morgan of Mechanicsville, MD; his paternal grandparents Wendy and Frank Wright of Marblehead, OH; aunts and uncles, Philip and Tina Burroughs of Mechanicsville, MD, Ronnie and Tessa Cusic of Lusby, MD, Tracy Cusic of Hollywood, MD and Eric and Crystal Youngless of OH; cousins, Philip and Alexis Burroughs, Kayla Buckler, Heather Cusic and Tavaris, Teron and Jatori Cusic. Steven was gently carried to heaven by his guardian angel to join his paternal grandfather Gene A. Cusic, Sr. and his uncle Gene A. Cusic, Jr. Steven attended Banneker and White Marsh elementary schools. He looked forward to snack time. In the summer, you could find him hanging out at Camp Horizons. Steven enjoyed walks in his wheelchair with the wind in his face, bubbles at bath time, swinging outdoors, bouncing on the trampoline with his cousins Philip and Alexis and swimming. He loved listening to his sister Rachel and her puppy Paris romp and play throughout the house. Steven and his mom spent hours together on Sunday watching the Redskins and NASCAR racing, rooting for who else, but Kyle Bush in the M&M car #18. He developed a taste for the finer things in life; Haagen Daz ice-cream, sweet potatoes from Outback, dining in at the Golden Corral, chocolate delight lovingly made by his Aunt Tina, and a full bag of M&Ms. His greatest accomplishment in his short life was to love and be loved….it was a good life. The family will receive friends on Friday, February 20, 2009 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD where prayers will be said at 7:00 PM with Deacon William Kyte officiating. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, February 21, 2009 at 10:30 AM in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Mechanicsville, MD with Fr. Peter Alliata officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD. Pallbearers will be his grandfather Dennis Morgan, cousin Philip Burroughs III, Uncle Ronnie Cusic and family friend Doug King. Condolences to the family may be left at www.mgfh.com. Contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650 (website www.hospiceofstmarys.org) and/or Hope’s Hope, 1053 Sunset Meadow Drive Apex, NC, 27523 and/or to the study of INAD c/o Allison Gregory, MS. Molecular & Medical Genetics, 3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Road, Mailcode L103A, Portland, OR 97239-3098.
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“My heart goes out to you all. Steven was such a joy to have on my bus and was loved by everyone. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.”
“Leslie, Steve and Rachel I am so sorry about big cheakas. I love him very much as well as the rest of his family at least now he is with his Uncle Gene we love you all very much. Love Cousin Face”
“Leslie,Stevie, and family. I’m so sorry about Steven. Please know I am here to help in anyway.”
“Stevie, We are so sorry to hear about Steven. You are in our thoughts and prayers. “
“My thoughts and prayers are with you!”
“During this sad time, nothing seems to take the pain away of losing your little angel. However, may you be comforted in knowing that you have family and friends to surround you with much love and support. May you find happiness when remembering Steven’s smile and all of the wonderful moments spent with him. He touched many lives, in which he will live in our hearts forever. Love to you all!”
“Leslie, Steven made an incredible impact on my family. We will never forget his charm and smile. He is with my dad walking around now…I am sure of it. It was an honor to have been a part of his life. He will be remembered. “
“Uncle Dennis, Aunt Sandy, Leslie & Rachel, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Steven was the strongest and sweetest little boy I have ever met, and I will forever remember his smile! Please let me know if there is anything I can do. I love you guys! “
“Our love and prayers are with you.”
“Sandy, Dennis, Leslie & Rachel, I don’t think there are words to make anyone feel better at this time but know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Sandy, you should be so proud of the deep dedication and care that you given to Steven including deciding to leave your employment to do so. I know that you have so many memories that no one else has and I also know that you would have it no other way. You are truly an inspiration that we can all admire and I am so very very glad that you are my friend. This goes without saying but you know I am here for you at anytime. Let me know what I can do to make the next few days go more smoothly for all of you. I will always remember Steven’s bright smile and how much he enjoyed the Eddie Miles concert.”
“Leslie, Rachel, Uncle Dennis & Aunt Sandy we are so sorry to hear about Steven! Please know if there is anything at all we can do not hesitate to call! YOu are in our thoughts and prayers!!! We love you guys.”
“Leslie, Please except my deepest sympathies on your loss. I wish I could take your pain from you! I know Steven is in god’s hands! He was such a sweet child! You are a wonderful woman! I am here for you if you or your family needs anything! My love goes to you and your family! God Bless! “
“Leslie and Family, I wish there was something that I could say to make things better and help ease your pain at this time. I wanted to let you know that Steven was a wonderful person and he touched so many hearts in his time here that most of of us could never touch in 50 years. He truly touched mine in many ways. He had the ability to make a bad day great with his smile or his laugh. I will always remember him on windy days and the hair blowing through his hair and him laughing about it. I only had him for a short time on my bus, but I will miss him tremendously and think of him often. We will all miss your Angel. Mine and Karen’s prayers will be with you and if there is anything you need call us we will be there for you.”
“We passed you on the street during our daily walks and exchanged a neighborly “HELLO”, and though we can’t begin to know the depth of your loss, please know that our thoughts are with you, and we care.”
“Steven was in the same class as our Scott for several years during which time we saw Steven quite frequently. I will never forget his beautiful face and radiant smile. Every time I would say his name his face would light up. You were so blessed to be his family and we are so sorry for your loss.”
“Leslie and Family, I am so sorry about Steven. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if there is anything I can do. “
“Sandy, Dennis, Leslie, and family: I was so sorry to learn of Steven’s death. He was such a courageous little boy. You’re in our thoughts and prayers. Nancy and Jerry Turner “
“Leslie, Rachel, & family, We are so sorry for your loss. If there’s anything we can do, please don’t hesitate to call upon us. Rachel, you mean so much to us because you mean so much to Brittni. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. “
“To the family of Steven, my thoughts and prayers go out to you all at this sad time. Steven brought so much joy to you all. He is now a special little angel to watch over you. Keep his memories close to your heart. May god help you through this difficult time.”
“Stevie & family, I know how it is to loose a child & my heart goes out to you! Know that you all are in our thoughts & prayers! Just remember now he is looking down on you all as your guardian Angel! God Bless!”
“Leslie and Rachel I am so sorry for your loss. I know only time will ease your pain. I can’t even begin to tell you how many times I didn’t want to be on the bus.But soon as I seen Steven’s big blue eyes,and that smile of his.It didn’t matter any more. All I wanted to do was joke and play with him. Even if I had to say “ouch that was my toe” a hundred times. I would say it just to hear him laugh. Steven has always had and always will have a special place in my heart. He will be misses but NEVER FOR GOTTEN. If you ever need anything I am just a phone call away.”
“Leslie, I want you to know that my thoughts are with you at this time. You are a wonderful person and gave Steven everything you had and loved him so much. If you ever need anything…just call. Love you!!! “
“I am a friend of Mrs. Morgan, Steven’s grandmother. She told me about her grandson whom she called a little angel. I will keep him and the family in my prayers. God bless.”
“Leslie, We have you in our thoughts & prayers through this sad time in your life. Steven was placed here in your loving care for a short time for a purpose. We always loved seeing his smiling face and know that he is smiling on everyone of us now. We are there for you if you need us.”
“Leslie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.”
“Leslie, I’m so sorry for your loss. I couldn’t begin to imagine what you and your family are going through. I wish there was something that I could say to make you feel better. Please know that we are here for you if you need anything. You are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Dear Family: Please know that our heart felt sympathy is with you now and forever. Wendy when we return I will meet with you and share some additional pictures of my great nephew Bryce with you. I am so thankful that you had 8 years with this beautiful angel and know he is with God and in His glory. Love Barb “
“No matter how much it hurts all of us I’m just thankful to know that Steven is in a much better place now. He is no longer hurting and in pain and he can eat all the M&Ms he wants.lol.I LOVE ALL OF YOU GUYS! This is something I wrote for Steven yesterday when i was sitting and thinking! PRECIOUS ANGEL Precious angel sent from heaven, It’s hard to believe last year you were seven. You grew up so fast as quick as could be, You’ll never know how much you meant to me. I know you were hurting and that you were scared, But always remember uncle Gene is there. He’s going to be there and take care of you, And feed you M&Ms all day too. I just want you to know you’re in our hearts, Even though it feels like were miles apart. And one day when I come through those pearly white clouds, I hope you’ll be there making those same sounds. I LOVE YOU BIG CHEEKAS!”
“Leslie, we were so sorry to hear about Steven. I can’t imagine the loss you are feeling, but I know that God will look over you both. “