Cory Cumming

Of Rives Township, passed away accidently on Monday, December 15, 2025.

Cumming dedicated more than four decades to broadcasting in the Lansing and Jackson areas, including over 25 years at WLNS. When WLNS General Manager, Marci Daniels, began to lead the station, she was told Cumming was widely regarded as one of the finest engineers in the business, a reputation he more than lived up to. He was a steady, knowledgeable presence who understood not only the technical backbone of a station but the responsibility that comes with keeping local broadcasting on the air. From tower sites to control rooms, late nights to emergency call-outs, Cumming was always there to make sure stations were serving their communities when it mattered most. Beyond his technical expertise, Daniels says that Cumming was known for his kindness, good humor, and deep commitment to the people around him.

Many MAB members will remember him as a familiar face at association events, especially the Engineering Conference, where the Beer & Bull session was one of his favorites. During major statewide events like the Governor's State of the State addresses and inaugurations, Cory was often a calm, reliable voice helping ensure seamless coverage was distributed across the state. His professionalism and willingness to help others left a lasting impression on colleagues across Michigan.

He was an avid motorcyclist with the Jackson Loyal Riders Motorcycle Club for over 30 years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Bruce and Betty and one brother, Richard.  He is survived by his brother, Robert; sister, Sally Winters; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held at the Desnoyer Funeral Home on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 1:00 PM with Blue Bike Mike officiating.  A private interment will be held at Somerset Center Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, December 31 from 12:00 Noon until 1:00 PM.

Instead of sending flowers, contributions to the Cascade Humane Society in Cory's memory would be appreciated.

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