Kay Kienstra Cushman

November 2, 1940 - January 18, 2020

Princeton - Kay Kienstra Cushman, 79, of Princeton, IL passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2020 at her home. Kay was born on November 2, 1940 in Grants Pass, OR to Edward and Ella (Cameron) Kienstra. She was a graduate of Pacific University, Class of 1962, McCormick Theological Seminary, Class of 1988. She worked as a Presbyterian Minister, retiring over 15 years ago. She also owned and operated several stores in the area to include, Amma’s, Cabbage Rose and Finishing Touches. She spent the majority of her life giving to others. Serving in Washington DC at an early age, continuing with various charities throughout her life, and serving the Lord as a Presbyterian minister. She was active with the Princeton Chamber of Commerce and helped start The Greater DuPage MYM (now Teen Parent Connection). Full of unconditional love, she would always reach out to those in need. Kay is survived by her two children, Thomas Cushman of Tehachapi, CA and John Cushman of Denver, CO; a sister, Diane Robins of Medford, OR and 3 grandchildren, Taylor Cushman, Mia Cushman and Grayson Cushman. She is preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Ella Kienstra, and her husband, Charles P. Cushman. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Princeton Friends of Strays Shelter. A celebration of Life will be held on Monday, January 27, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at Norberg Memorial Home, Inc. & Monuments in Princeton, IL. Cremation rites accorded. Online condolences may be left at www.norbergfh.com Arrangements by Norberg Memorial Home, Inc. & Monuments.