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Monday, February 15, 2021

Tribute to Dr. Allen Cushingberry a True Friend and Legend to The City of Detroit

 By The Friends of Cushingberry,

Announcement 

 

Dr. Allen Lee Cushingberry November 12, 1958 – January 22, 2021 

 

On Friday January 22, 2021, Loving Brother, Uncle, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, Mentor and Kind Friend, Dr. Allen Lee Cushingberry  (Affectionally known as AL) of West Bloomfield Michigan entered into eternal peace at the age of 63. 


Born November 12, 1958 to the union of George C.  Cushingberry Sr. and Edna L.  (James) Cushingberry of age at The new Mount Vernon Missionary Baptist Church and was Baptized by The Rev. John L . Webb.  Al remained a member at new Mount Vernon before moving his membership to the Detroit Unity Temple. He graduated from Henry Ford High School (Detroit)/ Eastern Michigan University (BA).  University of Michigan (MS) and Southern California University (PhD).) Dr. Cushingberry served as professor for many years at the Wayne County Community District, before starting his own business Amir and Associated of Southfield Michigan. His love for the arts prompted him to form and direct The Michigan Theater Troup, where many aspiring artists developed their skills. Al will remain in the hearts and memories of his three brothers Rev. George C. Cushingberry Jr. (Maria).  Carey W. Cushingberry (Cheryl), Dennis B Cushingberry and a host of relatives and friends. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Andrews Funeral Home Detroit.  

Memorial Donations can be made to a Celebration of Life will be planned at a later date. Please share a memory with the family on Al’s Guest Book.