Evelyn Marie Cusumano
Evelyn Marie Cusumano, of High Ridge Missouri, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 24th 2022 at the age of 74.
Evelyn was born on February 28, 1948 in St. Louis, MO to Arthur and Ruth Gorsuch. She married Frank Paul Cusumano on October 18, 1965, at the age of 17.
In 1973, she and Frank opened Cusumano’s restaurant in Florissant, MO. After this, she worked in a variety of food service and catering roles for many years. Evelyn’s faithful dedication to serving stayed with her throughout her life.
Those that knew Evelyn were very aware of her strong work ethic and dedication to her family. When she wasn’t working, she spent time with her family, whom she loved wholeheartedly. Evelyn was quick to help anyone in need if it was within her ability, and she cared for others beyond measure. She also enjoyed crocheting blankets that were used as gifts for newborn babies, grandchildren, and even Tenley’s dolls.
Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Ruth, her husband, Frank, five siblings, Harvey, Arthur, Oscar, and Bill Gorsuch, Patsy Phelps, and one grandchild, Luke.
She is survived by her two sons, Dean (Michelle) Cusumano, Dan Cusumano, and her Daughter, Deana (Chris) Hill. She leaves behind two sisters, Janet Lammert and Charlotte Garofaro; three sisters-in-law, Sharon Gorsuch, Sheila Gorsuch and Grace (Pat) Moran, four brothers in law, Pete (Jenelle) Cusumano, Jim (Kathy) Cusumano, John (Bobbi) Cusumano, grandchildren, Nikki (Andy) Stockdell, Kayla, Cole, Caleb, Emmalee Cusumano and Christopher Hill; and great grand-children Noah and Tenley Stockdell and many other family and friends.
Evelyn was selfless, full of life, and she will be dearly missed by all who knew her and continue to love her.
She will continue on in our hearts and memories until we see her again in eternity.
Services will be held at The Crossing Church at
6000 West Geneva Drive, St. Peters, MO 63366 on Thursday, September 1st. Visitation: 2:00 – 3:30pm
Funeral services: 3:30 – 4:30pm.
Dinner will be provided following the services.
Such a sweet lady. She will be missed by all. Praying for all of the family for your loss. Thankful that she is a believer and is with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ now.
Sorry for your loss. Prayers to the entire family.
Dean & family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We understand how devastating it is to lose your Mom. It’s a sadness like no other. May you be surrounded by your friends & family during this difficult time. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all.
She was one of the sweetest ladies, with the warmest smile. She will be missed.
Evelyn was just one of the nicest people that I had worked with.she will be deeply missed,my deepest sympathy too here family during this time of sorrow .
So very sorry for your loss. We enjoyed having Evelyn as a friend and neighbor these past years. We’ll miss her.
Such a lovely woman. Wonderful to have known her through growing up in Glasgow Village and working at Cusumano’s. The pictures reflect she was surrounded by her loving family and friends. Rest In Peace Mrs. C.
Ev, as I called her was a very precious gem. I hadn’t seen her in years as I moved to Florida. When I seen her last, it was at a grade-school reunion maybe 5 years ago, and it was just like when we were kids. She will be missed as I know what a kind and special person she was. My deepest condolences go to her family and friends, God be with you.
Evelyn & Frank I miss you both and have thought about both of you for years.. I’m heartbroken 💔 to find you both have passed on… To her children I knew you as practically babies .. Especially Danny & Sada .. I worked with your parents as many have & they treated me as a daughter.. Making Christmas cookies after hours in the pizza oven with the juke box playing non stop like the chatter amongst all the women 💚 Rest in peace my friends & thank you for letting me part of The Family ..💚💚💚
I grew up working under Evelyn’s management at Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken in Ellisville, MO when I was a teenager (mid to late 1990s). I have very fond memories of her. She put up not only with my shenanigans, but the shenanigans of my friends that used to visit that place quite often. We all loved and had a lot of respect for her. Her ability to relate to our generation was amazing and something to be cherished.
I’m sad to see the news of her passing. I was a friend of hers on Facebook, but got off of social meeting a few years back. I can only imagine the fond memories shared by many. She will be truly missed.