Ulysses "Bud" Bush

Ulysses E. “Bud” Bush, 71, passed away Monday, October 8, 2012 at Henry County Hospital after a courageous fight for his love of life. He was born in Henry County, a son of the late James Harvey “Ed” and Adda P. (York) Bush.

He served with the United States Army, with the 21st infantry division during the Cuban crisis and the Vietnam era. He retired in 1993 from Chrysler Corporation after 25 years of service. He was a member of the American Legion.

Bud was Henry County Cemetery Commissioner and was dedicated to Henry County Genealogy and spent countless hours at the Historical Society helping others do research. He was very instrumental in preserving the up-keep of pioneer cemeteries of Henry County. He designed his own website to help others in locating their family member’s burial sites. He loved spending time with his children and grandchildren and being involved in community volunteering, in particular, Day of Caring.

He is survived by his children: Brenda Logan, Tracy Sharp, Aaron (wife, Beth) Bush, and Jami Reese all of New Castle; 9 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and one due in October; 2 brothers: Julian (wife, Joyce) Bush of New Castle, Frank (wife, Judy) Bush of Hagerstown; several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers: Kenneth and James “Jim” Bush.

Memorial services will be at 3:00 PM Saturday, October 13, 2012 at Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service in New Castle with Reverend Steven Dugger officiating. Friends may call from 1-3 PM prior to the memorial service. Memorial contributions may be given to the Henry County Cemetery Commission c/o Henry County Community Foundation, Inc. PO Box 6006, New Castle, IN 47362. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. You may express a condolence or share a memory of Bud at www.hinsey-brown.com .