Illinois Department of Corrections, Illinois
End of Watch Sunday, October 24, 1982
Reflections for Corrections Employee Joseph J. Cushman
My grandfather, my hero. He did not deserve what happened to him. He was loved by all, even inmates because he never treated them like criminals, he treated them just like regular human beings. His death tore our family to pieces to never truly be put back together again. I have not forgave his murderer and I will have to answer to GOD when my day comes but at least the person that killed him is rotting in hell! RIP grandpa, can't wait to see you on the other side.
Shelley Scanlan
December 8, 2022
Officer Cushman,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Armed Forces during the Korean War. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
October 24, 2022
39 years and it still seems like yesterday...today is Sunday October 24, 2021 and it was Sunday October 24, 1982 when we got that horrible phone call...I miss you every single day still Grandpa...I will never stop...I love you. Forever my hero...
Scott Cushman
Grandson
October 24, 2021
Rest in peace Corrections Employee Cushman.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
September 20, 2019
I miss you every day Grandpa...watching the Cardinals game and reflecting on our games shared together...you are forever my hero and I love you for all eternity
Scott J Cushman
Grandson
April 7, 2019
Rest in Peace, Corrections Employee Cushman. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.
Officer 11169
June 3, 2012
Your heroism and service is honored today, the twenty-seventh 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 murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.
Your memory will always be honored and revered. I pray for solace for your family.
Rest In Peace
Phyllis Loya
Anonymous
October 24, 2009
You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service
this writer is pleased that your killer is deceased
VanDenBerghe
NH
October 20, 2007
You made the ultimate sacrafice for the taxpayers of the State of Illinois. You are remembered on the anniversery of your death.
October 24, 2005
Mr. Cushman,
On today, the 23rd anniversary of your murder, I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Illinois. At least, the piece of scum who murdered you never got to walk free again.
R.I.P.
Anonymous
October 24, 2005
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