John (Jack),(Bushy) Bushmaker was born October 21, 1938, in Sheridan, Wyoming to Matthias John and Buelah Harriett Seavy Bushmaker.

He passed away September 17, 2023, at Bay Area Hospital in Coos Bay.

For 31 years, Jack was a police officer at Coos Bay Police Department and retired in 1999 as Captain. Jack was a member of the Conquistadors Hot Rod Club of Sheridan, Wyoming, Bay Area RC Flyers, Coos County Parks Board and School District 9 School Board.

Jack is survived by his bride of 62 years, Colleen Ann (Legerski) Bushmaker; daughter, Tamara M. Bushmaker; son, Scott M. Bushmaker; 4 grandchildren; and 2 great grandchildren. He was preceded to Heaven by his parents; brother, Bill (Carroll) Bushmaker; and sister, Darlene (Harry) Waddell.

Memorial contributions to Holy Redeemer Church and The Kids Hope Center through Bay Area Hospital in Jack’s name will be much appreciated.

A memorial mass for John “Jack” Bushmaker, 84, of Coos Bay, will be held at 11 am, Saturday, September 30, 2023, at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 2250 16th Street in North Bend. A recitation of the rosary will precede the service at 10:30 am and a reception will follow the service.

Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131.

Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.coosbayareafunerals.com.

The Sheridan Press - Oct. 3, 2023.