Elisabeth Tussing

TUSSING, Elisabeth, also known as Oma to many, passed away at home on September 29th at the age of 90. She is survived by her Schatz, Herbert (Opa), loving husband of 70 years. Loved by daughter, Diana, and son-in-law Dave Hopper, who were fond of their times together and regular family meals. Oma was most proud of her grandchildren, who she often helped care for during their childhood, Drew (Rachel), Ryan, and Shelby. Sweet Aunt "Tante" to Linda Robosan and family, and Joanne Ricci (John), and extended Rooss and Tussing families in Germany.

Elisabeth was born in Neudenau Germany where she grew up on the family farm during WWII. She later moved to Ludwigsburg, Germany, where she became the restaurant chef and met the love of her life who she enamored through her excellent cooking. Elisabeth and Herbert married and in 1954, emigrated to the US with one trunk of belongings. She became a nanny and taught herself English by reading to the young children. They eventually settled in Madison Heights where she organized frequent parties for the Beaupre neighbors. After retirement, she enjoyed spending time in Florida with Opa, golfing and playing cards with friends. Oma mostly loved being with her family, cooking traditional German meals, traveling, and conversing with friends. No one ever left the dinner table hungry as her measurement of the pleasure of the meal was by the amount eaten. Oma lived a long and well-loved life, and she will be missed by many.

Family visitation at Blossom Ridge Clubhouse, 3095 Blossom Ridge Blvd., Oakland Township, MI 48306 on Saturday, October 14, 2023, from 4pm -7pm, with memorial service at 5pm. Light refreshments will be served. Donations may be made in Elisabeth's memory to Forgotten Harvest https://www.forgottenharvest.org

Arrangements entrusted to Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston. Please consider leaving a memory or condolence on Elisabeth's online guestbook below.