CUMMINGS, Vernard - Putnam

Vernard V. Cummings, 54, retired Army major who lived in the English Hotel, died yesterday in General Hospital.  Born at Cloverdale, Mr. Cummings had been in the Armed Forces most of his life.  He served overseas in WWII and the Korean conflict.  Medals he had received included the American Theater Service Medal, American Defense Medal and WWII Victory Medal.  Services will be at 2 p.m. tomorrow in Conkle West Michigan Street Funeral Home with burial in Floral Park Cemetery. - kbz