Joseph Charles Bushman, age 68 of Wyoming, Michigan, passed away peacefully March 18, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 21, 1954 to Frances Bushman (Jost) and Charles Bushman of Grand Rapids, Michigan. He married Nona Bushman (Voss) July 28, 2001 in Wyoming, Michigan. He earned a degree in graphic design at Ferris State University. He worked in construction for many years. After retirement, he was a delivery driver for Wyoming Stuyvesant Floral. Joe had quite a sense of humor, keeping those around him laughing. He enjoyed astronomy, gardening, rock collecting, cooking, cross-country skiing and camping. He was also a creative artist. Joe valued his family and loved them deeply. He had a heart of gold. Joe was incredibly strong and optimistic - beating all odds time and time again.
Joe is survived by his wife, Nona Bushman; stepdaughter, Carla (Joe Raines) McClenathan; grandchildren Jonah and Asa; siblings Carl (Kathi) Bushman, Diane (Tim) Scullion, Laura Bushman, Paul Bushman, Christopher (Katy) Bushman, Leo (Jamie) Bushman, Mary (Dale) Thomasma, and Matt (Danielle Tullier) Bushman; in-laws Judy McClure, Jean (Mark) Oosterheert, and Jack Voss; nieces Rochelle (goddaughter) (Eddie) Diaz, Stephanie Bushman, Dana Bushman, MaeBelle Bushman; great-niece, Mya Brant; nephews Charles Bushman, Jesse Brant, Kyle Scullion, Joshua Brant, Adam Crawford, Kevin Thomasma, Thomas Bushman (godson), Colin (godson) Thomasma, Nickolas Bushman, John Bushman, Michael Bushman, Matthew Bushman Jr.; great-nephew, Lalo Diaz; honorary daughter, Trisha M. Belbot; honorary grandchildren Devon, Aleigha, and Kamarea; honorary great-grandchildren Dazanie and Keoni; close friends; and his beloved dog, Sparky. Joe was preceded in death by his parents Frances and Charles Bushman; nephew, Bryan Bushman; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Visitation with friends and relatives will take place from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, March 23, 2023 at Cook Funeral Home (West building), 4235 Prairie St. SW, Grandville, MI 49418. A Celebration of Joe’s Life will commence 9 a.m. Friday, March 24, 2023 at Buck Creek Community Church (formerly New Hall Reformed Church), 3746 Byron Center Ave. SW, Wyoming, MI 49519. Rev. Dr. Dan Kroeze will be officiating. In honor of Joe and in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to UCOM (United Church Outreach Ministry), 1311 Chicago Dr. SW, Wyoming, MI 49509 (www.UCOMgr.org) or Blandford Nature Center.
Nona would like to thank everyone for their thoughts, prayers, and support during all of the ups and downs over the last five years that Joe has been ill; it is greatly appreciated. The family welcomes memories and messages in their guest book online at www.cookcaresgrandville.com.
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