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Vince Mastromatteo
March 2, 2023
Some of my favorite memories with my dad were at his diner.. he was a wonderful man!
Linda Cook
May 19, 2018
For all the years of inspiration you gave so many...I say thank-you !!! Always there for anyone who needed, without hesitation. Please continue to look down, through the floors of heaven, and continue your guidance to all in need. We will all be together soon, praising our Lord together!!!
March 9, 2018
So sorry to the Bushman family. I can say Mr. Bushman was one of the best people I have ever met. He was kind and generous. My favorite times as a kid was going to Jim's Diner for lunch with my dad and going there for dinner after football practice. He and Mrs. Bushman were always wonderful to the Mastromatteo family. So sorry for your loss. My favorite was the BLT with fries...RIP
Syd Phillips and Greg Sundberg
March 9, 2018
Mary and Family - Our thoughts are with you during this sad time. May your happy memories help guide you through your grief. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
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Eric Clauson
March 8, 2018
Clark - I haven't forgot much and I do remember being about 16 years old and meeting your father and his advice regarding a small business. I remember him being insightful and encouraging. The last time I saw you was at Jay's funeral almost 30 years ago. Your parents were kind enough to have the wake at their place. They "stepped up" and that helped to facilitate a setting for us all to mourn the loss of Jay. I too pray that the family finds peace and comfort during this time. I also hope your life has taken you spiritually to a place that allows you to recognize that your father's passing is only temporary until you see him in heaven. You're in my prayers. Eric Clauson
Mike & Jane Dean
March 8, 2018
Mary, David, Michael and Mallory and the Bushman family,
The gift of knowing Jim Bushman came when Mary met and married our son David. Jim was one of a kind
with more "giving gifts" than even he knew. We all were blessed to know him and consider him a friend. Jim was first and foremost a man of God but, also a husband, a father, a grand-father, an in-law, an
entrepreneur and a friend to many. He loved his God, his Sheila, his many friends and his employees. What an honor and privelidge to know Jim and learn about his life over the years. We are grieving, but happy he now really "Home".
Mike & Jane Dean
Peter Mastromatteo
March 8, 2018
To the Bushman Family,
The words that come to mind when I think of Mr. Bushman, as I always called him, will always be "First Class". Everything about him was geared toward making the people around him comfortable. What a kind man, with a contagious smile and laugh, always low-key when he was giving to others...In my eyes Mr. Bushman truly exemplified Christianity in action. Always a gentleman, with time enough always to stop and say hello to us when we were at his restaurant for lunch. As soon as guests entered the Bushman's house Mr. and Mrs. Bushman were there to greet all nine of us or sometimes less if my mom had only a few with her. Just entering their front door was a fun moment always, not certain if they were always up to seeing us, but they were always up and no one was more cool than the Bushman brothers.... My very best Easter Sunday's growing up were spent at the Bushman house....Am keeping all of you in my family prayers, but am so happy that Mr. and Mrs. Bushman are together with Bobby and most important, with Jesus our Lord.
2 Timothy 4:7 For Mr. Bushman:
I have fought the Good Fight; I have finished the race, I have kept the Faith.
W/Love. Peter
The Mastromatteos
March 8, 2018
The Bushmans and so many families forged wonderful memories together in the Saint Joseph Lake Orion community through the late sixties and seventies, extending up to Jim's Family Restaurant and resounding everywhere through the years. We will always remember Mr. Bushman's thoughtfulness, his kindness, his ceaseless giving, and his laughter. A man after God's own heart, he is a giant in ours.
Tia Mastromatteo
March 7, 2018
To the entire Bushman Family, my deepest sympathy. Your father left such a legacy. He was the ultimate gentleman one would ever meet. The memories he gave our families were unprecedented. We grew up alongside of your family and what fond memories we had at your home, so many times. Your father and mother were always so welcoming. Your father was a wonderful role model and above all, he was kind and forever generous, always with a smile.
Thank you Mr. Bushman, for your example you set.
Michael Mastromatteo
March 7, 2018
To Jim, Clark, Nora and Mary: this is Mike Mastromatteo, closest in age to Mary, who was one year behind me. But you and moreso your parents were all a huge part of our familys' life in the 70s and 80s. I have many fond memories of my mother Ellen taking us to your home to hang out with Mrs Bushman and you, and my father taking us to the restaurant in Oxford where I remember Mr Bushman (and Jim!) in the kitchen. I remember sitting at the table, and then seeing Mr Bushman come out and do the rounds...he knew everyone in the restaurant and would check in to see how they were doing. He was like St Nick. I couldn't wait for him to get to our table. Your parents were truly full of grace and kindness. I would be remiss if I didn't mention Bobby. Probably the biggest tragedy of our childhood, I will never and have never forgotten him. It is comforting to know that your parents are now with him now. I can't imagine what they went through. I think that some parents love, and other parents eat, breathe, love and live their children. Your parents always struck me as the latter. What a wonderful day it is in that regard. Much love to all of you Bushmans. Sincerely, Mike
Bette Calkins
March 7, 2018
I am so Blessed to have known you for the 5 years you were my neighbor,you will be greatly missed here at Pinecrest,I enjoyed our many conversations and those cookies you baked,Prayers to all the family he talked alot about you all RIP my friend ❤ Most caring man I've ever had the chance of knowing
Gayle Tucker
March 7, 2018
Oh, dearest Jim. You were so good to me my entire life. Working for you at the restaurant will always and forever be some of my most memorable experiences in my life. So many laughs and good times. May you rest in peace and you will be missed by so many. My thoughts and prayers with the family. ❤
Scott and Melanie Pace
March 7, 2018
Please accept our deepest sympathies. In this time of grief, you are in our thoughts and in our prayers.
Bill & Jeri Engleby
March 7, 2018
Jim was loved and respected by many. His memory will live on in our hearts. Thinking of and praying for Jim's family at this time. May God surround you with His love and peace beyond all understanding.
sharon smith
March 7, 2018
Our deepest sympathy to Jim's family. Jim liv ed his life like God wants us to all live. He was the most caring person I had ever met. May you find peace knowing he taught you well & was loved by many
Elvin and Susan Hayes
March 6, 2018
Our hearts go out to the entire Bushman clan. We are very sorry for your loss and hope your memories give you comfort in the years to come. We are thankful for Martin's life.
John Burt
March 6, 2018
A truly great guy. I will always be great-full to him for the life lessons he has shown me. He will be missed by many and I will be one of them. Thank you Jim and God bless you.
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