of Chelsea, Michigan, formerly of Detroit and Taylor, MI, age 77, died Sunday, November 12, 2017 at his home. He was born November 15, 1939 in Detroit, Michigan, the son of Walter & Eleanore (Wojcik) Kush.

Bob started a successful Downriver printing company with his brothers, where he worked for over 30 years. He was an avid fisherman and bowler, and he bowled a perfect “300" game at the age of 72 at Chelsea Lanes. Bob loved gardening and flower photography.


On November 16, 1963, he married Nancy Nowak in Detroit, and she survives. Other survivors include two daughters, Dawn (Mike) LeBlanc of Gregory, Jennifer (Aaron) Enzer of Manchester; two sons, Douglas (Brenda) Kush of Naperville, IL, Jeffrey (Melissa) Kush of McKinney, TX; a brother, Donald Kush; and 9 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Conrad and John Kush; and a sister, Nancy Neumann.

A luncheon to celebrate Bob's life will be held at Weber's (3050 Jackson Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48103) from 11:00-2:00 on Saturday, November 25.  Celebratory remarks will start at 11:30 with lunch to follow. Please notify the family at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you plan on attending.  All whose life he touched are welcome. Burial will be at Ft. Custer National Cemetery in Augusta, Michigan. Memorial contributions may be made to Chelsea District Library, Michigan Public Radio, or St. Joseph Mercy Hospice. Arrangements by Cole Funeral Chapel.