Saratoga Springs, NY - Albert Frederick Cushman, Jr. passed away Saturday, October 29, 2011. He was 56 years old. Albert was known as Freddie to his family and some friends and as Al in more recent years. He was a Marine veteran of the Viet Nam War and a lifelong animal lover. Survivors include his mother, Frances Hamilton; two brothers, Kenneth W. Cushman and Thomas E. Cushman and two sisters, Brenda C. Rehg and Joanne Radcliff. He was an uncle to 8 nieces and nephews and 5 great nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind his long time dog companion Deuce. Relatives and friends are invited to join in a memorial service for Albert at 11am Friday, May 25, 2012 at St. Pauls Evangelical Church, 149 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Burial with military honors will follow at 1pm at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, 200 Duell Road, Schuylerville, NY. Arrangements are under the direction of the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes of 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs (584-5373). Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.