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BUSSEY, Gary T., Sr. Augusta, GA - Mr. Gary T. Bussey, Sr. entered into rest Monday, October 24, 2011. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, October 29, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. from Tabernacle Baptist Church, 1223 Laney Walker Boulevard, Augusta, GA 30901. Interment will be in Walker Memorial Park. The family will receive friends, Friday, October 28, 2011 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA 30901 (706) 722-6401.
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for Gary Bussey
Earnestine Mosley Robinson
October 21, 2021
My condolences again to the family. Gary was my traveling partner in attending activities. We had so much fun together. I´ll always miss his silliness. My buddy and classmate forever.
LCL `68
Stephanie Gregory Coutee
October 21, 2020
Missing you my Morehouse brother! Stephanie McKinney Gregory Coutee
Stephanie
Hazel Reed
October 21, 2020
Can't believe it's bee 9 years since Gary earned his wings. Have very fond memories of Gary working at Child Support. He loved participating in office functions and loved to eat. Last time saw Gary he was dressed in a velour warm up suit that Friday afternoon heading for Atlanta. Have a good week end Gary, yeah I wiil going to Moore House his alma mater home coming game, okay see you Monday he replied. Few days later went to be with the Lord. Sleep in Heavenly Peace Gary!♥♥♥
Michael Gray
October 21, 2020
Miss you Gary.
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Wynelle Scott
October 22, 2019
Gary was a true friend to many. He is missed dearly, but remembered with much love.
Selena Henderson Riley
October 21, 2019
We still miss you and think of you. The reunions are not the same without you.
Anthony DeSue,SR
October 21, 2019
My Deepest Sympathy to the Family!
Terri L. McCoy
October 24, 2012
A year has past. But the memories of your beautiful smile, your loving touch and caring spirit linger daily as they have for the past 30 years.
In loving memory of "Friends Like Us".
November 17, 2011
Our deepest Sympathy Mildred & Nate Andrews Hephzibah Ga.
November 3, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the family. Gary was always pleasant to work with here in the Child Support Office, we will all miss his fun spirit.
Ella Lovin
Kelvin& Marcie GRANDMAS GRILL
November 2, 2011
PEACE AND LOVE THAT WILL LIVE OWN.
Alice G. Gilchrist
November 2, 2011
To the Bussey Family, Gary will never be forgotten, his smile, his humor and his great personality. He was my friend. God Bless.
November 2, 2011
Gary will forever be missed by me. He was always smiling and happy about life and the future. I wish his family peace and his son God's comfort during this time.........David C. Butler, Atlanta, GA
October 31, 2011
To the Bussey Family, my deepest condolences. Gary was a wonderful friend and 'House brother". We will certainly miss him but we always cherish his memory with fondness.
Mitch White
Arlana Murray
October 31, 2011
To the Bussey family, my deepest sympathy in your loss of such a fine man, father, son, nephew, brother, uncle and friend. He will truly be missed by all.
Technical College System of Georgia
Georgia Fatherhood Program!
Dawn Price
October 31, 2011
I want to express my deepest sympathies to the Bussey family for their loss, especially his son, Gary II. I worked with Gary Sr at DHR/DFCS at 2 PT. He was always fun to be around and smiled all the time. He will be missed.
Ben and Sheila Hightower Allen
October 31, 2011
Our deepest condolences to the Bussey Family:
Gary was a wonderful person and a dear famiy friend. He shall be greatly missed by all of us who were touched by his kind and loving spirit.
October 31, 2011
Gary was a great guy and will truly be missed. My deepest condolences.
Respectfully,
Grady Scott '72
Hazel Reed
October 30, 2011
To Gary Jr. It was a pleasure and blessing to have worked with your dad at the Division of Child Support Services. Gary will be missed but not forgotten.
Elliott Marbury
October 30, 2011
Gary was an excellent leader and a great guy during our Morehouse football days. He is truly missed. Condolences to the family as well as the extended Morehouse family.
Roland Crowder, Jr.
October 30, 2011
Sympathy and Prayers to the entire Bussey Family in the tragic loss of our beloved Morehouse Brother and Friend!
Humbly,
Roland H. Crowder, Jr. '71
Margeolia Cline (Reed)
October 30, 2011
My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family.
Mark Oliphant
October 30, 2011
Will certainly miss my Morehouse and Omega brother.....until we see each other again. God bless you all Bussey Family, Morehouse & Spelman Class of 72, Psi Chapter Fall '69, Antioch Church family and all of us who have known and loved Bro. Bussey.
Harris Sanders
October 29, 2011
My condolences to the Bussey family.
October 29, 2011
We send our deepest sympathy and condolences to the Bussey Family. He will always be remembered by His Morehouse Brothers..
Bernard Robertson '72 & Family
Jerry Kirkwood
October 29, 2011
To the Bussey family. I will always call Gary. Mr.Bussey He was actually one of the first Alumni that put me in my place. Being young and new to the college Mr .Bussey was good and stern. My Prayers go out to his family.
Stella Hood-Taylor
October 29, 2011
Bussey Family,
I was greatly saddened to learn of Gary's death. He was a wonderful friend and collegue, with a most memorable smile. "Be not dismayed what'ere betide, God will take care of you." Be blessed.
Rosalind Range
October 29, 2011
May the Peace of God be with you and comfort and keep you in his hands. I send my condolences to the Family and my Love and God's love to all of you. Rosalind Range, Delta Sigma Theta (ATL)
V.W. Melvin
October 29, 2011
Im grateful GOD allowed Gary to touch my life. He was very inspirational and supportive with words of encouragement. I pray GOD comfort His family and friends.
theresa green
October 29, 2011
my condolence to the bussey family. gary and i grew up together rip gary theresa (smith) green
Teresa W. Bogans-Becton
October 29, 2011
To Alesia Bussey and Family,
Words are not adequate to express the warmth of sympathy that my family and I are felling and sending to you during your time of bereavement. May the peace of God be with you now and forever more.
THELMA&MONICA JOHNSON LCL 68
October 29, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of the love of your life. Remembering your great love story today and always.
Timothy Cox
October 29, 2011
My condolences to the Bussey family. Gary was a friend. A great guy, always prepared to laugh and make others feel good. Conversely, a serious, intelligent businessman. Very well respected among his peers. This tragedy ill affects many of us. R.I.P. Mr. GaryB
Michael Gray
October 29, 2011
Remembering a classmate, teammate, a player that I was priviledged to coach, and a friend. My deepest sympathy is entended to the family and friends of this outstanding Morehouse Man.
Jennie Moore
October 29, 2011
My sincere sympathy to the Bussy family.As a classmate of Gary,I am deepen sadden with his lost,he will be greatly missed.
annie bush walker
October 29, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
charles r. walker
October 29, 2011
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
October 29, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to the Bussey family. He will always be remembered as a great humanitarian and friend.
Marvin and Cathy Hope
October 28, 2011
My fondness memories of Gary are those of a teammate. He was a good football player, but, a far greater man; always willing to encourage and help anyone.
Larry C. Jones, C'73
Linda Williams-Johnson
October 28, 2011
To the Bussey family, may God watch over you and give you strength during this time and the days to come.
Roger and Denise Bell
October 28, 2011
We send our condolences to the Bussey Family. May you find peace in knowing that Gary's spirit will live on.
Anthony DeSue SR '72
October 28, 2011
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Hezekiah & Shirley Robinson & Family
October 28, 2011
After being so consumed by grief at Gary's sudden and untimely death, I asked God to build a fence around his son and family.
Patricia Sparks Rocke
October 28, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
October 28, 2011
We were absolutely shocked and saddened when we learned today,of Brother Gary's death. May God grant the family comfort and peace during this most difficult time. I cherish the great memories while we were at Morehouse.
James and LaChanze Roberts,
Morehouse and Spelman class of '72
Pamela Williams
October 28, 2011
My condolences to the Bussey family on the loss of Gary. He was a wonderful, sweet and gentle soul. He will be greatly missed on Earth, but will be truly welcomed into Heaven.
October 28, 2011
To the Bussey family. May GOD our Father give you peace. Seek the LORD and his strength, seek his face evermore., Love Demetrice Fields and Dora Mae Anderson ,Robert Johnson sister and mother
William Holmes
October 28, 2011
The Bussey family has my deepest sympathy and prayers. Gary was an outstanding young man.
October 28, 2011
Your smile will light the Heavens as it did on Earth. You will be missed.
Adrian Y. Hall-Davis
October 28, 2011
I will always remember the great times we had at the House and in life.
Your Friend,
Joel H. Silver, Jr.
Stephanie McKinney Gregory
October 28, 2011
To the Bussey Family, you have my heartfelt condolences. Gary has been my friend since 1974 when I entered Spelman College. I recently shared a laugh with him at the Morehouse - Howard Classic. We could always depend on Bussey to be the same. He will be sorely missed.
October 28, 2011
" Whatsoever soothes your spirit .. Comforts your soul and.. Brings you Peace .. That is what is wished for you at this difficult time. " With deepest Sympathy! Leo & Dorothy Pinkett Class of 72'
October 28, 2011
I will always remember Gary's effervescent personality. He always made me smile when I saw him. He will be missed. May he rest in peace in the Lord's loving arms.
Sincerely,
Hope Dowdy, Atlanta, GA.
Spelman College, C'72
Dedra Bryant Partridge
October 28, 2011
Extending my deepest and sincere sympathy to the Bussey Family. Our loss is Heavens gain.
Sherry Cheatham
October 28, 2011
Your spirit filled the room with joy and your smile brought rays of sunshine. You have been an encouragement to many. What a blessing God gave when He created you. The impact you've had on the lives of others will never be forgotten. Family, my prayers are with you.
Toiya Jones
October 28, 2011
I will forever cherish the memories Gary and I shared working together. I pray that reflecting upon your own memories of Gary will help you during this difficult time. Gary's purpose on this earth has been fulfilled and now he can hear "WELL DONE".
Janet Oliver Walker
October 28, 2011
I extend my deepest condolences and prayers to the entire Bussy Family.
May the Lord bring you peace and comfort.
Be Encourage.
October 28, 2011
I was deeply saddened by the untimely passing of Mr. Bussey. He was a wonderful person..
Amy Cofer-Pryor
Roy Johnson
October 28, 2011
Gary was a "MAN" among men. He was always joyful and enthusiastic.We have lost a great Morehouse Brother. God loves him better and He loves you. May He give you peace and understanding.
Cynthia Booker-Dallas / Clark family
October 28, 2011
To the Bussey Family may the lord bring you peace and comfort during your bereavement.
Patricia Dozier
October 28, 2011
"GONE TO SOON" My sincere condolences to the Bussey family. I knew Gary for only a short while but when in his company, it was as though you haD know him for many years. May he rest in pease.
Van C. Johnson
October 28, 2011
To the Family,
I have known Gary since our college days. He is my Morehouse brother and my Omega brother. He had a kind and good spirit. I am blessed to have known him through the years. As you recall him in your thoughts and memories, as a father, son, brother, nephew, uncle and friend, be assured that he was and is now in the Hands of God.
I pray that God will keep you near and keep you strong.
Van and Sandra Johnson and Family
October 28, 2011
I would like to offer my condolences to the Bussey family for the
tremendous loss of their beloved relative and our cherished friend
Mr.Gary Bussey Sr. He will certainly be missed by the entire Augusta
and greater Georgia community. Mr.Bussey was such a talented
man who gave so much to his family, community and friends. I
certainly will keep the family in my prayers-Samuel W. Chiles
Kay Thompson
October 28, 2011
My deepest and most sincere condolences are with the Bussey family. I worked with Gary in the Fatherhood Program for the Division of Child Support for many years. He will most certainly be missed.
The Murray Family
October 28, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Cecil Brim
October 28, 2011
Gary's passing leaves a void in the soul of the Morehouse Class of '72. I will remember his enthusiastic personality. During this transition, we are thankful for the positive impact he had on the lives he touched. May family and friends find peace in knowing his life was not in vain.
October 28, 2011
may god bless the bussey family.our prayers are with you.emory and vernestine bennett. augusta ga.
October 28, 2011
The Antioch Sr. Usher Bd. extend their condolences and prayers to the Bussey family at this time and always we was very sorry to hear of your loss.
Selena Henderson-Riley
October 28, 2011
To the Bussey Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. As a friend and classmate from Lucy Laney, Gary was loved will be missed. May God's loving presence comfort you, His perfect peace restore you, and His promise of eternal life sustain you during this time of loss.
Selena Henderson Riley and Family
(Class of 1968)
Renorta Heard
October 28, 2011
I pray God's blessings of peace and comfort upon the Bussey - Moore family. Gary was wonderful person and will truly be missed as a fellow co-worker in the Division of Child Support Services.
Gale Terrell
October 28, 2011
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Mary Stallings Clarke
October 28, 2011
God bless the family of Gary Bussey. Gary will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
My condolences and prayers to his family, friends and colleages.
R.I.P. my friend.
Teresa Carter, GA Dept of Labor
October 28, 2011
What a wonderful man. We all are so sad to have lost him.
My thoughts are with you...
Dr. Stanley J. Henson
October 28, 2011
Heartfelt sympathy and condolences go to my Morehouse brother's son and family. It is my prayer that precious memories will console you in this most difficult loss. Gary Bussey will be sorely missed. Rest in Peace. Class of 1972.
Deacon Bernard McCauley
October 28, 2011
May The Good Lord Bless the family of Gary Bussey in this time of loss.
Easter B Tubman Chinn
October 28, 2011
My heartfelt and prayerful condolences to the Bussey family to the loss of Gary.Growing up in the neighborhood Gary was always a leader.Gary always wore a smile of gold,and hug of joy to greet everyone he came in contact with and always a postive attitude about life.I will miss you my dear friend but your memories will be the joy you brought into our neighborhood. Rest In Peace
T.A. "TAB" Bush
October 28, 2011
Gary was a good person that was Blessed with many spiritual qualities. He has been a friend for a long time and will be missed by all. May God comfort his Family and Friends.
Just remember the good times and smiles that you shared and his memories will last forever. TAB Bush, Tallahassee, FL
October 28, 2011
To the Bussey Family:
I met Gary while I attended Spelman and he was at Morehouse (1968-1972). We graduated the same year and would return for our reunions every five years. I would see him from time to time at local events. This was a tragic loss. My prayers and thoughts are with his family. Celebrate his life and legacy. R.I.P My Morehouse Brother.
Barbara Phillips Williams
Spelman College Class of 1972
TAB Bush
October 28, 2011
Gary was a very unique individual with special qualities that were encouraging in this world of confusion. Gary has been a friend since our days at Lucy C. Laney. May God bring comfort to the Family, Amen.
Rosalyn Turner
October 27, 2011
My condolences go out to the family and friends of Mr. Bussey. All of you are in my prayers. May GOD continue to bless and keep you during this difficult time.
Rosalyn Webb-Turner
October 27, 2011
To The Bussey Family
I'm so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. I was a classmate of his. (Laney '68) He was a wonderful person. May God watch over you during this time of bereavement. You'll be in our prayers.
Mary Madison (Mary Jane)
Thomas Graham
October 27, 2011
I express my deepest condolences to the family of Gary Bussey. Although I never had the opportunity to meet Gary, his aunt, Mrs. Juanita Bussey Collier was married to Melvin Collier, a cousin to my late mother, Louise Collier Graham, and she talked about Gary with great fondness. I am sure that he has joined all of the Saints in heaven and that he is rejoicing around His throne with highest hallelujahs. Rest well, Gary, rest well.
Thomas Flournoy
October 27, 2011
To the Bussey family may god be with you all doing this most somber time. Gary, would always greet you with a big smile. Now that big smile will light up the night.
October 27, 2011
I would like to express my condolences to the Bussey family. During this time of great sadness, I hope that the family find comfort from James 4:8. It says, "Draw close to God, and he will draw close to you." May you all look to God during this difficult time.
Wynelle Scott
October 27, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Bussey family. Gary will always be remembered for his kindness, generosity, true display of friendship,professionalism, love for Morehouse, but especially for the pride one could feel as he spoke of his son. His presence will be truly missed, but his spirit will live on in each person who was blessed to be called his friend.
I pray that the memories will provide comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Bettieanne Hart
October 27, 2011
I saddened by the news of Gary's death. Since our early days as colleagues in the AU Center and our association in Augusta, I admired his dedication to the community and the fact fact that he gave one hundred percent in all that he undertook. My heartfelt condolences to his family and to all who will be impacted by his passing. Bettieanne Childers Hart
October 27, 2011
To Gary Bussey Jr. and Mrs. Collier, you have our heartfelt sympathy and love. My brother and I grew up with Gary in Forest Hills aka Cabbage Patch, we played together as small children. We saw him at the neighborhood reunion we laughed over memories of our childhood. All of our neighborhood friends were truly shocked to hear of his passing. You will be in our thoughts and prayers and may the God we serve bring you perfect peace. Carolyn Sanders Fields and Clarence Sanders.
Leshae
October 27, 2011
My sincere condolences to all in the Bussey family and dear friends. Please be assured that "God is good, a stronghold in the day of distress.And he is cognizant of those seeking refuge in him."-(Nahum 1:7)
Gloria Griffin-Jones
October 27, 2011
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Coreatha Henderson
October 27, 2011
May God embrace the Bussey family and give them strength in their time of need.
Benita Kirkland
October 27, 2011
Bussey Family
My prayers go out to you during this difficult time. Bussey was always so pleasant . Two things you would always get from him - a smile and longgggg conversation about his son. Gary Jr. was his life he loved him so much. Bussey was a people person if he could save the world he would have . bussey will truly be missed .
G. Johnson
October 27, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Randy Gunter
October 27, 2011
To the Bussey Family:
May you find comfort in knowing that Gary lived his life abundantly. He was a joy to know and his spirit will continue to shine in all who had the wonderful fortune to call him a friend, mentor, classmate, or brother.
I believe that God is standing at the Pearly Gates welcoming Gary home to get his eternal rewards.
Deborah Hayes
October 27, 2011
Our condolences go out to the Bussey family for the loss of Gary. We met Gary several years ago through a mutual friend and knew from our meeting that he loved his son, Morehouse College, and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Maxine Middleton-Harmon
October 27, 2011
My heart and prayer goes out whole hearly to Gray T. family.We meet back in 1964.He was a wonderful and caring person to all. I remerber someting that we had to learn in Ms.H.P.Scott class.
Crossing the Bar
by Alfred, Lord Tennyson
Sunset and evening star,
And one clear call for me!
And may there be no moaning of the bar,
When I put out to sea,
But such a tide as moving seems asleep,
Too full for sound and foam,
When that which drew from out the boundless deep
Turns again home.
Twilight and evening bell,
And after that the dark!
And may there be no sadness of farewell,
When I embark;
For tho' from out our bourne of Time and Place
The flood may bear me far,
I hope to see my Pilot face to face
When I have crost the bar.
RIP Gray,We will you and miss you always.
Sandra White Lamar
October 27, 2011
What moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word. We may not understand why you left this earth so soon, or why you left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we will all begin to remember not just that you died, but that you lived, and that your life gave us memories too beautiful to forget. To the family, please accept my deepest sympathy.
James Johnson
October 27, 2011
To the Family,
Memories are a legacy to treasure. As we grew up together on Spruce Street, Gary played always football and basketball with us and what a great joy. To my beloved Spruce Street brother. May God comfort the family during this time of bereavement.
Rest in peace,
James “Lurch” Johnson and Family, Savannah, Georgia
Tom Robertson
October 27, 2011
Gary was an inspiration for many. Who knows how many people he affected positively, as he did me? We are all better for it. In that sense, perhaps he is still with us.
valarie hull
October 27, 2011
Gary, Jr.
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you, as you grieve the lost of your father. You now have a guardian angel to watch over and guide you. Take comfort in knowing you had the best father one could hope for and you were the light of his life.
Valarie Hull and family
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