Doris Mae Busick

Doris is survived by her children, James Busick of Jessup, MD.; John and Janet Busick of Churchton, MD.; Edward and Angela Busick of Sevierville, TN.; Barbara (Busick) Wells of Jessup, MD; Daniel and Monica Busick of Sykesville, MD; Dan and Karen (Busick) Holstine of Fennville, MI.; Son-in-law, Wayne Thorpe of Zeeland, MI; 31 grandchildren and 51 great-grandchildren (more on the way this year) and 21 great-great grandchildren. She is predeceased by her husband, Ross Busick; son, David Busick; and daughter, Carol (Busick)Thorpe.

Doris Mae (Usilton) Busick was born June 28, 1926 in Baltimore, MD and later moved to Chestertown, MD. Doris was the eldest of 12 children. She met her husband, Ross Busick when she was 16 years old. She worked as a catalog clerk at Montgomery Wards when they met. Ross and Doris were married in 1945. They moved to Jessup, MD in 1948, where together they had eight children.

Doris faithfully served our Lord Jesus for nearly 70 years and was a dedicated church member of Bethel Assembly of God in Savage, MD. She was a prime example of Godś unconditional love and was a devoted Missionette leader at her church for 20 years. Doris would serve the Lord in many capacities through teaching Sunday School and Vacation Bible School. She also was a teacher's aide for 2nd and 3rd grade at the Bethel Christian Academy. She was awarded many certificates for her faithful service. She was passionate about giving to others with her time and resources. She has faithfully given to St. Labre Indian School for many years. She had a passion for missions.

Doris was an unrelenting prayer warrior; many would call on her to advocate for them through prayer. She always had an encouraging word to share with all those she knew. She was the bond that held the family together. She would look forward to visits and calls from family and friends. She enjoyed spending quality time with her family and her friends.

Doris was an avid reader. The Bible, history, and pioneer stories were her favorites. She loved learning; she knew the importance of education. While raising her children, she obtained her GED at age 50. She enjoyed crossword puzzles, and playing Scrabble (she would often win highest scores)! She enjoyed watching Hallmark movies, and the 700 club. She loved music, especially the old Hymns. Jimmy Swaggert was one of her favorites to listen to. The family home always had a piano. Most of her children have acquired her love for music, learning and playing the piano as well as other instruments.

She was blessed to have an incredible memory and could recall details when others couldn't. She was an amazing storyteller. She would often share memories and stories of the depression: rationing and causes for the country such as the ¨Victory garden¨.

Doris´ never ending love for God, and family will be forever missed. Her life represented love, kindness, faithfulness, dedication, and perseverance. Thank you God for giving us such an amazing woman to have in our lives, a true matriarch.

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Family and friends are invited to gather at Gary L. Kaufman Funeral Home at Meadowridge Memorial Park, Inc. 7250 Washington Blvd., Elkridge, Maryland 21075 (Exit 6 South Off Route 100) on Friday, January 21, 2022 from 7:00 - 9:00pm. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at Bethel Assembly of God, 9001 Vollmerhausen Road, Savage, Maryland 20763 on Saturday, January 22, 2022 at 11:00am. Interment to follow at Meadowridge Memorial Park.