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David Busey Obituary

BUSEY David Colston Busey, age 94, went home to be with the Lord the morning of August 14, 2008, at the Riverside Methodist Hospital. He attended Hampton University, was a World War II Veteran, member of American Legion, retired Government and state employee, Mason and a member of Asbury North United Methodist Church. Preceded in death by his parents Colston and Inez Jackson Busey, sister Helen Nalle, brothers Howard "Hardy" Busey and Ralph Charles "Cakie" Busey. Survived by wife of 50 years, Gwendolyn M. Busey; son, David Christopher Busey; daughter, Dionne Camela Busey; grandchildren, David Mychal, Elizabeth, Christopher, Courtney, Jasmin, Shanikqua, Marquan, Shaleah; 3 great-grandchildren; sisters, Anna Foster, Estelle Flowers; brother, Alvin Busey; brothers-in-law, Robert Palmer, Doug (Mary Jane) Palmer; sister-in-law, Helen (Carl) Burns; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral 11 a.m. Thursday, August 21, 2008, at the Asbury North United Methodist Church, 1586 Clifton Ave. Rev. Gregory H. Herndon, Officiant. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Garden. Arrangements by C.D. WHITE & SON FUNERAL HOME, 1217 Mt. Vernon Ave. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Aug. 20, 2008.

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August 20, 2008

To Mother Busey and family:

May God strengthen you during this time of bereavement. The joy of the Lord is your strength. Mother Busey, I am here when you need me as a listening ear or a shoulder to cry on. Bro. Busey, rest in peace.

Sincerely,
Minister Marcia McDonald
Temple of Faith Church of the Living God

Herbert Womack

August 20, 2008

Many Prayers go out to my Aunt, cousins,and all who are celebrating the life of a Father, Husband, Uncle, and Friend, David. With sincere hope you find comfort in remembering him for the way he loved life, and how he lived.(1Corinthians 15:12-57).

Eloise Johnson

August 20, 2008

I met Mr. Busey when he started coming to life care at our church
asbury and then join. He was very well liked. May God Bless you All

Carolyn Johnson

August 20, 2008

Our sympathies are extended to the Busey family, in the death of your husband and father. Mr. Busey was an important part of our Elders Ministry program at Asbury North. Carolyn Johnson & the Elders North Ministry Group

Toka D. Nesbitt-Raney

August 20, 2008

Mother Busey & David,

I was Deeply sadden to hear of your Loss of Mr. Busey. The Family is in my Deepest Prayers. Remember The Temple of Faith Motto:" Your Troubles will Be Our Troubles, Your Joy will Be Our Joy & Your Sorrow will Be Our Sorrow!
We are Here for Y-O-U!
With Heartfelt Sympathy & Love,

Toka D. Nesbitt-Raney
& Children: Makayla & Mycah
Temple of Faith Church

Vivian Armbrester

August 20, 2008

My sympathy goes out to the family in their loss. May God comfort, strengthen, and be with the family.

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