Charlotte Jushka

Mrs. Charlotte Jushka of Port Washington, a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother, passed away in the early morning hours of Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at her residence. She was 97 years old.

Charlotte was born in Racine on Feb. 29, 1928, a beautiful leap year baby. She was the oldest daughter of John and Marjorie (nee Sinkus) Koska.

Later in her youth, Charlotte’s family moved to the Milwaukee area, where she attended school, graduating from Messmer High School with the Class of 1946.

Charlotte began her career with pride at Wisconsin Electric Power Co. in Milwaukee before embarking on a journey of love and family.

On Oct. 4, 1952, she married her soulmate, John Jushka, at St. Barbara Catholic Church in Milwaukee, forming a union that would last through decades filled with laughter, love and cherished memories until John’s passing in 2008.

A devoted member of St. John XXIII Catholic Parish, Charlotte’s faith was a guiding light throughout her life.

She brought joy to her community by working as a clerk at the former Pesch Shoe Store and the Plush Pony Card and Gifts Store in Port Washington. Her kindness and cheerful spirit touched the lives of many.

Charlotte’s radiant smile and unwavering love for her grandchildren were truly the highlight of her life. She embraced her role as a grandmother with open arms, making lasting memories filled with warmth and affection.

Charlotte enjoyed traveling to Door County with her family, bird watching, flowers, doing word searches and following the Packers, Brewers and Bucks.

She is survived by her four children, Anne (the late Dennis) Pawling, Mary Bohn, Jim (Dee) Jushka and Jane Jushka. She is further survived by four grandchildren, Lisa (Dan) Oppeneer, Matthew (Christine) Bohn, Molly (Dustin) Kesner and Lars (Elizabeth) Erlandson; 12 great-grandchildren, Allianna (Jordan) Peterson, Isabella, Kinley, Harper, Emersyn, James, Ashley, Abigail, Ahna Sophia, Troy, Carly and Sadie; one great-great-granddaughter, Oaklynn Charlotte; her brother Robert Koska; nieces, nephews; other relatives; and many friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband John, her son-in-law Dennis, great-grandson Kip and siblings Carol Fullerton and William Koska.

Funeral services for Charlotte will take place later this summer.

Memorials are suggested to the St. John XXIIII Parish Christian Women.

Eernisse Funeral Home, Port Washington, is honored to serve the Jushka family.

Online condolences may be left at www.eernissefuneralhome.com.