Herman Bushek

Biography Herman A. Bushek 81, passed away on Monday May 18, 2009 after a brief illness. He was born in Salem, Massachusetts to Herman and Gladys(Calder)Bushek. He attended Salem High School and then went on to graduate from The United States Merchant Marine Academy at King's Point, NY. Upon graduation he served in the Merchant Marines and later was an officer in The United States Navy. Herman loved Cocoa Beach and his daily bike rides around town. He thoroughlyenjoyed the beautiful surroundings that landed him on the Space Coast in theearly 50's. His electrical engineering skills took him to work in the ""Panama Canal Zone"", (the old blue)""PAN AM"" building in Cocoa Beach and later on toPatrick Air Force Base, until his retirement. Herman is survived by his loving brother, Paul D. Bushek and his wife Erma of Cape Canaveral. He will also be sadly missed by nieces Lee Bushek, Beverly Rivera and Heidi Johnson (Hallet) all of Cocoa Beach. Jewel Barnett, Gay Dougherty (John), and Dina Melanson all of Danvers MA. He also leaves behind nephews Jeffery Bushek (Pamela)of Coral Springs FL, David Bushek(Charlene)of NH, and Neal & Glenn Melanson (Joanne) also of Danvers MA.He was predeceased by his brother, John and a sister, Mary ""Sis"" Melanson. At Herman's request, there will be no services. The family will gather for a ""Celebration of life"" at a later date.