Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

"Greater love has no man" John 15 : 13. This home was built in memory of Arlington PD Cpl Joseph "Joey" T. Cushman #1676

These words were written on the wall of a home built in Acuna Mexico in October 2023 in Joey's honor. During his lifetime Joey made several trips to Mexico and South America to help build homes for deserving families.

Several active and retired members of Arlington PD made the October trip and built the home to commemorate Joey and continue his legacy. A family received a home, Joey's parents received a placard from the build site, but the ones who benefited the most were those of us involved in the build.

Joey's legacy of service and as a man of God lives on. No greater love.

Travis Mott #1069
Arlington PD retired

December 7, 2023

Cpl. Cushman, thank you for your service. Thank you for leading by example and helping the Latino community. Your legacy will never be forgotten. Que Dios lo bendiga a su familia.

Recruit Juan Berumen
Los Angeles County Sheriffs

February 26, 2023

No one should go like this. Life cut short due to negligence. God bless his soul.

Nicholas Sutton citizen
Citizen

September 13, 2021

Rest in heavenly peace

Mark Mottola

June 7, 2020

Rest in peace Corporal Cushman.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 14, 2019

Rest In Peace Brother in Blue. Thank you and your family for your sacrifice and service.

Officer Mike Robinson (Ret)
Upland Police Dept. CA

June 7, 2018

It's been a long time since Class 12 started with APD. I've since retired and began the next season in life. Life is not so much about what you acquire, its what you do for others to make the world a better place. Joey did just that. APD and my world are better from having known him.

1 Cor. 16 vs 13 & 14

ID 1069
APD retired

November 20, 2016

Rest in Peace Corporal Joseph Thomas Cushman. Thank You for your Service and Sacrifice protecting the citizens of Arlington, Texas.

I Pray for Peace for your Family, Friends and Co-Workers.

Amen.

Senior Special Agent B.L. Sherwood (Ret)
Port Terminal Railroad Police Houston, TX

June 7, 2016

Time may have passed but you are not forgotten. I believe as long as someone remembers you or speaks your name, you are still with us.
Thank you for your heroism.
GOD Bless

Detention Officer A.Zambito
Texas

June 8, 2015

You are so missed Joey! Can't believe that you have been gone twelve years....

Lisa Marino-McIntosh
TDCJ District Parole Officer/Friend

June 14, 2013

Cpl. Cushman,
On today, the 11th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Arlington. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
U.S. Border Patrol

June 7, 2013

Hey Joey-
It's time to remember our heroes this week and I wanted to let you know that I am thinking of you. It still saddens me to remember what happened. Although we didn't hang out much I still considered you a friend and as my academy classmate I will always have a small hurt in my heart for you as does Heidi. We really miss you and you come up often in our conversations about our careers with the department. I scratched your name on a piece of paper at the memorial in Washington last year, one of the hardest things I can say I have done. Hope you are still watching over us down here.

FOREVER CLASS 12!

Mike Holguin, Lieutenant
APD

May 6, 2013

Rest in peace, Corporal Cushman.

#1479
Former APD/Class 5

December 3, 2012

Joey, I think of you nearly everyday and I wasn't even your best friend. Your affect and impact on others was amazing, a true Galatians 5:22 man. You aren't beside us, but you're always with us and we are forever thankful for the time we shared with you here and richness you brought each of our lives. We miss you and will see you again. Happy 20th reunion.

Blake
June 23, 2012

June 23, 2012

Joey,

It's been way too long. We think of you often...no matter where life takes Rick and I (and Cooper "Joseph"), we take you with us. We love you and miss you lots!

Anna Ryan
Friend/Former APD Officer

December 28, 2011

Joey on this day we are burying one of my former brothers, I stop to reflect on your gifts you left all of us with. You were a good man and a caring friend and you are still missed. You are one of the inspirations for me to have become an officer and to share our passion with others. Thank you for your work and sacrifice. God Bless you Joey.

Deron Lillard
Former Classmate, Southwest High School

October 27, 2011

You will not be forgotten, Brother.

NLC, Special Agent
DHS/ICE/HSI

March 14, 2011

What a wonderful smile he had.

My heart goes out to all who love and miss him.

I can't help but wonder what would have been.... RIP brother.

Constable Amanda Pandolfi
York Regional Police, Ontario Canada

February 18, 2011

joey, we still miss you. we will never forget what a magic spot of life you were.

randy jacobs

December 29, 2010

I find myself thinking about you often Joey, Love you man and see you soon! Your Friend, Chad

Special Agent Chad Willie
Naval Criminal Investigative Service

December 28, 2010

I've typed several things and then just erased them. Mostly just wanted to say I love you and I miss you.

Chelsea

October 13, 2010

As tomorrow rolls around, my mind is racing with so many fond memories. It was an absolute honor to have worked side by side with you, but even more so, to have been able to know, love, and respect someone so much. Your tender spirit lives on...until we meet again. Love ya Joey!

Anna Ryan
friend

June 6, 2010

Your heroism and service is honored today, the eighth anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

From reading the reflections, I can see that you were an amazing young man who had a profound impact on many people and that you are loved and missed by so many. I hold your loved ones in my heart's embrace today and pray for their solace.

Phyllis Loya

Anonymous

June 8, 2009

Before I became an Officer I did a couple of ride alongs with Officer Cushman.He was always very curtious and professional.When I told him I was going in law enforcement he gave me pointers to help me out.The area that he served was mostly hispanic,he had taken several yrs of spanish so he go communicate with the citizens that spoke spanish.He would go out of his way to help some one if he could.I cosidered him a friend and he will be missed.

Jimmy Chadwick
Former Officer Blue Mound PD,Tx

March 26, 2009

Joey,
You are a beautiful person, inside and out. I can't begin to comprehend the void you've left. You were too young with so many unfinished dreams left to
accomplish. Well, nothing is wasted with the Lord and He will make it up to
you, except the part about having a wife and kids. We just have to trust Him
because our finite minds just can't comprehend the reason(s) for your leaving
in such a difficult way. I hope your fellow officer has been able to forgive
himself and move on. It definitely was a tragedy for all involved. Would love
to meet you in Paradise when my time is up. Heaven will be simply delightful
and I long for it. Sincerely, your sister in Christ,
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

June 8, 2008