Beverly Huschka

Beverly Ann Huschka, a beloved educator, mentor, and theater enthusiast, passed away November 18, 2024, at the age of 80. Born March 2, 1944, in Dickinson, N.D., she was the daughter of Robert and Ruth Agnew.

A celebration of life will be held between 1 and 4 p.m. Saturday, May 31, at Bismarck Funeral Home, 3723 Lockport St., Bismarck, ND. Family plans to speak at 2 p.m.

Bev married the love of her life, Martin Huschka, in 1971 in Dickinson, N.D. Together they built a life filled with love, learning, and family. Bev dedicated her life to education, earning her bachelor’s degree from Dickinson College and master’s degree from Purdue University. She started her teaching career at Dickinson High School and Dickinson College before joining the University of Mary in 1980. During her more than 30 years at the university, Bev was a founding professor of the university’s communication department and helped build its theater program into a community institution. Her passion for teaching and her insistence on excellence inspired generations of students.

At the University of Mary, Bev directed countless drama and musical productions. She was also a tireless advocate for personal liberties and an activist for the Democratic Party.

Bev’s vibrant spirit, dedication to education, and love of family will live on in all who knew her.

Bev is survived by her sons, Robert (Amy) Huschka and Ryan (Lauren) Huschka; her granddaughters, Jazmine, Sabrina, and Zoe Huschka; her great-grandson, Atlas Huschka; and many other loving relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Martin, daughter Tiffany Huschka, and grandson Martin Henry Huschka.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the University of Mary Sister Thomas Welder Endowed Scholarship Fund in Bev’s name. Donations can be made online at give.umary.edu or mailed to:

University of Mary

Attention: Mission Advancement

7500 University Drive

Bismarck, ND 58504