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may be made to the Masonic 
Shriners Children’
s Trust. 
Arrangements by Dorfman 
Chapel.

JOYCE 
KUSHMAR, 82, of 
Detroit, died peace-
fully surrounded by 
her loving children 
and grandchildren 
on Nov. 9, 2020. 
After graduating from 
Mumford High School, Joyce 
went on to work at Detroit 
Edison and ultimately at Jack 
Freed Bakery. There, among 
the sweets, fate and her future 
sister in-law, “Cookie,
” would 
unite her with her ultimate 
“sweet” and beloved husband 
of 62 years, Arnold Kushmar. 
Together, they settled down and 
raised four children.
Remembered as a loving, 
energetic mother, she became 
an active and respected volun-
teer in her children’
s schools 
and PTA. This led to a 40-year 
career for the Detroit Board of 

Education as a head secretary in 
many schools. Over the course 
of these four decades, she 
worked tirelessly both profes-
sionally and philanthropically. 
Always personable and diligent, 
she gave much of herself and 
was loved by administration, 
staff and students alike. 
In addition to PTA, Joyce 
became very involved and a 
highly valued member of her 
union, DAEOE. She attended 
countless conventions; and 
determined to improve educa-
tion and teaching conditions, 
she made many meaningful 
professional friendships. 
Additionally, for 45 years, 
Joyce worked as an election 
supervisor; and for 41 years, she 
loved volunteering as an usher 
at the Fisher Theatre, where she 
enjoyed the many live perfor-
mances.
To her family, which was the 
epicenter of her world, Joyce 
was a vivacious and caring 
matriarch. She dutifully kept 
traditions alive for her chil-

dren and grandchildren and 
celebrated big. Thoughtful and 
generous to her core, she made 
everyone feel loved and special, 
including many nieces, nephews 
and friends, whom she treated 
as if they were her own children 
and grandchildren. Although 
she lived for the good times, she 
was loyal and steadfast in caring 
for others, including her ailing 
parents, brother and husband.
With a heart of gold, she was 
incredibly generous to her loved 
ones, her cat (Lucy) and many 
charitable causes. Her calls, 
notes and gestures symbolic of 
her love will be missed greatly. 
Joyce spread her torch of love 
and light, touching countless 
hearts. She will be missed great-
ly, but her legacy continues to 
glow in the family’
s hearts. 
Mrs. Kushmar was the 
beloved wife of the late Arnold 
Kushmar. She is survived by 
her son, Bruce (the late Lisa) 
Kushmar; daughters and son-
in-law, Debra and Michael 
Wright, Barbara Kushmar and 

Susan Kushmar; grandchil-
dren, Brandi Kushmar, Jordin 
Kushmar, Ashley Jankowiak, 
Autumn Jankowiak, Brandon 
Wright; sister-in-law, Olivia 
(the late Dr. Fred) Baskin; many 
loving nieces, nephews, cousins, 
other family members and a 
world of friends.
Interment took place at 
Adat Shalom Memorial 
Park cemetery in Livonia. 
Contributions may be made to 
the American Cancer Society 
or the Alzheimer’
s Association. 
Arrangements by Dorfman 
Chapel.

BEVERLY NUSBAUM, 86, of 
West Bloomfield, died Nov. 7, 
2020. 
She is survived by her beloved 
husband, Saul Nusbaum; 
daughter and son-in-law, Amy 
and Sanford Margolis; sons and 
daughters-in-law, Dr. Jeffrey and 
Kathleen Nusbaum, Alan and 
Mindy Nusbaum; grandchil-
dren, Jonathon (Ilana) Margolis, 
Bradley (Stefani) Margolis, Alex 

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