Joseph Paul Luskin

1937 - 2017

Joseph Paul Luskin obituary, 1937-2017, Westlake Village, CA

BORN

1937

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Valley Oaks-Griffin Memorial Park, Mortuary & Crematory

5600 Lindero Canyon Road

Thousand Oaks, California

Joseph Luskin Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 16, 2017.

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing our beloved Joseph Paul Luskin on Tuesday, August 15, 2017 from complications of Alzheimer's Disease. He was 80. Joseph was born in New York on July 22, 1937 to Minnie and Irving Luskin. At age three, he and his family moved to Los Angeles.

Joseph is survived by his wife Marianne; son Joshua and his wife Susy; and two grandchildren, Daniella and Caeden. He is also survived by his twin sister Dolores Luskin; brother Meyer Luskin and his wife Renee; brother David Luskin; brother-in-law Michael Wimsatt; sister-in-law Suzanne Wimsatt; and by many nieces and nephews. Joseph was preceded in death by his wife Sharon and his son Danny.

Joseph earned a bachelor's and a master's degree from California State University, Los Angeles. He then began a long and distinguished career in education beginning as a teacher then promoting to school site administrator and finally district administrator with the Los Angeles Unified School District. Joseph was highly respected for his outstanding service and devotion to the principles, values and benefits of public education during his 39 year career.

A special thanks to the caregivers and nurses from Silverado Calabasas, especially Edna, Ivonnet and Gladys.

A memorial service will be held at Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks, Westlake Village on Monday, August 21, 2017 at 2:00.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy for the Luskin family may be shared at
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July 29, 2020

Student

Peter Duran

A very principled man. I attended Canoga Park High School from Fall of 1982 and graduated with my class in June of 1985. Mr. Luskin always took the time to greet me, with a smile, and "Hello, Student."

I am so sorry to hear of his passing, but I am so grateful to have had him in my life.

My Deepest Sympathies, and Warmest Regards,



Peter M. Duran
Tucson (Via Canoga Park, Ca.), Arizona

August 22, 2017

Tannya Zurita

Marianne,

I have never seen love like I seen it in you. Joe was a very lucky guy to have you as his friend, and as his wife. I never had the pleasure to meet Joe before his Alzheimer, but I was able too get know him better throughout his care with you. The way you cared and spoke of him, I learned he was a good man. He was right, you are his Champion. You fought hard with him till the end. Hand on hand, you never let go. You are a tough lady, I admire you alot. Thank you for showing me the true meaning and value of love.

August 20, 2017

Moe Longbine

Marianne,

Please know that you are in my heart and on my mind.

Joe was very lucky to have you as a wife, friend and advocate.

Take care of yourself.

August 20, 2017

Moe Longbine

Marianne,

You are on my mind and in my heart. Joe was very lucky to have you as his wife, friend and advocate.

Take care of yourself and know I am thinking of you both.

August 19, 2017

Family

Sandy Henriks

Rest in Peace

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