WEST STEWARTSTOWN – John A. Bushey, 76, died peacefully at his home in West Stewartstown, with his wife by his side, on Thursday morning, Jan. 15, 2015.
Born in Morrisville, Vt., on March 26, 1938, he was a son of the late Willard and Helen (Gendron) Bushey. He was raised in Canaan, and was a 1956 graduate of Canaan Memorial High School. After high school, John attended Lyndon State College for two years, and then entered the U.S. Air Force where he served with honor as a military policeman for 3 ½ years.
Upon returning home, John worked for a time at the Tillotson Rubber Co. in Dixville, and later for many years as a stock man at Ethan Allen. John was a lover of sports and enjoyed all sports on the television. He was a Cleveland Browns football fan, and also enjoyed time umpiring baseball games for the local Little League in years past. His faith was important to him, with a strong sense of his Christianity, and he read the Bible daily. John also was an avid reader. He was well-known in his communities, and many will miss his always-present smile.
He leaves behind his wife of 38 years, Olivia (Cullivan) Bushey of West Stewartstown; three sisters, Ramona Nugent, Louise Hughes of Rochester, NH, and Linda Phelps of Swanzey, NH; and two brothers, Edward Bushey of New Boston, NH, and Henry Bushey of Forth Worth, Tex.; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be on Monday, Jan. 19, 2015, from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at the Jenkins & Newman Funeral Home in Colebrook, NH. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 20, at the Independent Baptist Church in West Stewartstown, with Pastor Matthew Coons officiating. An interment service with military honors will follow in the spring at the Young Cemetery in Clarksville.
Expressions of sympathy in memory of Mr. Bushey may be made to the Independent Baptist Church, P.O. Box 218, W. Stewartstown, NH 03597.
Condolences may be offered to the family on-line by going to www.jenkinsnewman.com.
Funeral arrangements in NH are under the direction of Jenkins & Newman Funeral Home in Colebrook.
Our condolences to Olivia and the Bushey family upon John's passing. We were very saddened to read of it in the News and Sentinel. We have many happy memories of him participating in the Canaan Methodist Church activities. Sincerely, Linda Tirrill Maksymuk and Virginia Tirrill.
Linda Maksymuk - February 07, 2015 at 01:13 PM
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We were sad to learn of John's passing and will miss talking with him about sports and other local events. He always had a smile and positive attitude. He was very supportive of the athletic teams at Canaan and was a mentor to many of the players.
Les and Patty Klinefelter - February 01, 2015 at 10:53 AM
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Lester And Lester Brooks lit a candle in memory of John A. Bushey
Lester and Lester Brooks - January 31, 2015 at 09:58 AM
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Olivia we are so sadden of the passing of John. He was one of the nicest man He will be missed. Sympathy too his family
Lester and Lester Brooks - January 31, 2015 at 10:04 AM
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All our condolences and prayers to you Olivia,Linda and all of the Bushey and Cullivan families. Francine & Andre Champagne
Francine Champagne - January 30, 2015 at 05:58 PM
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Josh And Iola Boire lit a candle in memory of John A. Bushey
Josh and Iola Boire - January 29, 2015 at 07:21 PM
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John always knew how to bring a smile to my face- he called me barbie doll and i will cherish that for ever john -olivia your in my thoughts at this difficult time. he will be missed
barbara and joe Daley - January 27, 2015 at 10:58 AM
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January 23, 2015 at 08:48 AM
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Chip and Becky B. purchased a for the family of John A. Bushey.
Chip and Becky B. - January 23, 2015 at 08:48 AM
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Olivia and Family, our sincerest condolences on John's passing. Will miss seeing him around the North Country during our visits back north. He was always so positive and his great sense of humor was so pleasant. Rest In Peace John. John and Sue Morrissey
John and Sue Morrissey - January 23, 2015 at 08:00 AM
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Mrs Bushey I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Busheys passing it will br very strange going home to moms and not seeing him out on yard..
christina Cushing - January 21, 2015 at 04:52 PM
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We were so sorry to hear about the passing of John. He was the best! We will always remember him with his kind smile and his humor. He is soaring in peace with God and his Angels! Take care Olivia and Family.
Robert & Martha (Brooks) Gadwah - January 21, 2015 at 10:43 AM
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Olivia and Family, so sorry to hear of John's passing. John was always upbeat whenever we saw him. You folks were there recently for our family.
Our condolences;
Denis & Christy Ladd
denis ladd - January 21, 2015 at 09:05 AM
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Christine Lopes - January 19, 2015 at 06:22 PM
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Christine (Bushey) Lopes purchased the Arrive in Style for the family of John A. Bushey.
Christine (Bushey) Lopes - January 19, 2015 at 06:19 PM
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Our sincere sympathy to you Olivia and all of John's family. He was a dear friend and a good and kind man to all that knew him and he will be missed .
Moody and Jean Ladd
jean Ladd - January 19, 2015 at 05:40 PM
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My condolences go out to John's family on your loss.
Haven & Peggy Haynes - January 19, 2015 at 04:11 PM
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Julie Bushey McGovern lit a candle in memory of John A. Bushey
Julie Bushey McGovern - January 19, 2015 at 08:13 AM
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Sorry for your loss, he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Julie Bushey McGovern - January 19, 2015 at 08:45 AM
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Louise and Romano Im so sorry to hear of your brothers passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I do remember John when we were growing up. He is at peace with his savior now. God Bless you all. Hallie (Shatney) Johnston.
Hallie (Shatney) Johnston - January 18, 2015 at 11:28 PM
John will be truly missed. May the Lord give you strength and comfort during this difficult time.
Ken and Mary Burditt - January 17, 2015 at 01:27 PM
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Our sincere sympathy to Olivia, and all John's family. He was a kind and friendly man, and will surely be missed.
Hasen and Jeannine Burns - January 17, 2015 at 12:30 PM
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Olivia, I am so sorry for your loss. John was a great guy. Although I hadn't seen you guys for years I had often thought of you and Linda as well. My condolences to all of the Bushey and Cullivan families.
Olivia - You're in my prayers. Know this must be so hard for you. John always made me feel so welcome whenever I'd come back "home" to the Canaan Methodist Church. He will be missed.
Jean-Carol (Ames) Dunham
Jean-Carol Dunham - January 17, 2015 at 10:17 AM
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Olivia and family I am so sorry for you loss. He was such a kind man, he is now smiling down on you with his heavenly Father. May he rest in peace and may God comfort you. Thinking of you, Deanna Crawford Lounsbury
Deanna Crawford Lounsbury - January 17, 2015 at 09:05 AM
I worked with John and Olivia for many years at Ethan Allen. John was the kindest, most considerate individual that I know. I will miss running into him and getting him caught up on how the girls are growing. May God be with you. Thoughts and prayers for those you leave behind.
Julie Bolton - January 17, 2015 at 06:43 AM
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I am one of John's many nieces, and I would like to say that my thoughts and prayers are with everyone as they deal with this difficult time. Although I had not seen him in 15 years, John was as handsome and kind as his late brother, my father, Willard Joseph Bushey Jr.
Rebekah Bushey - January 16, 2015 at 08:36 PM
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I only knew John for a few months, but in the short time I knew him, he was a tremendous blessing and encouragement. His love for the Lord was most evident! Our prayers are with you, Mrs. Bushey!
Justin (and Amy) Weberg - January 16, 2015 at 08:28 PM
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John was a friend of my Dad and a friend of my husband and I. Everyone in the north country knew John and his warm smile. I loved talking to him. He was such a good man.
Patsy Fontaine - January 16, 2015 at 07:12 PM
I hadn't seen John in many years but he was a great man and will be sorely missed. Sending prayers your way Olivia and family. John Gohlke
John Gohlke - January 16, 2015 at 04:08 PM
Olivia, I am so sorry to hear about John. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. If you need anything day or night, please give me a call. Linda Blanchard
Linda Blanchard - January 16, 2015 at 04:04 PM
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Our sincere condolences & prayers to you Olivia and all the family. Francine & Andre Champagne
Francine & Andre Champagne - January 16, 2015 at 02:56 PM
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Keith And Billie Brockney lit a candle in memory of John A. Bushey
Keith and Billie Brockney - January 16, 2015 at 01:58 PM
