Durward Earl Bushey

1925 - 2017

Durward Earl Bushey, 92 of Manchester, husband of the late Helen (Miholyak) Bushey, died Saturday, September 9, 2017 at his home. He was born in Newport, Vermont on January 16, 1925, son of Joseph & Nina (Adams) Bushey. He was raised in North Troy, Vermont and was a veteran of World War II, serving in the US Marine Corp. He has been a Manchester resident for fifty years and prior to retiring had been a Title Searcher for the State of Connecticut Department of Transportation for thirty one years. He was a parishioner of St. James Church in Manchester. Durward loved dogs, especially his beloved golden retriever Bonnie, and was also very fond of Patches, his granddaughter Amanda's cat. Being around animals always brought a smile to his face. He loved sports, and enjoyed watching the girls UCCON huskies and the Yankees! He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great-grand children and will be greatly missed. He is survived by his son, Earl Bushey of Ocala, FL; five grandchildren, Jessica Rose and her husband Kyle of Manchester, Amanda Bushey of Manchester, Brandon Bushey of Manchester, Jennifer McCann and her husband Shane of West Hartford, and Ryan Bushey of Vernon. He also leaves numerous nieces and nephews. Beside his wife, Durward was predeceased by a son, Bradley Bushey, and five siblings. Funeral services are Wednesday, Sept. 13, 9:15 at the Watkins Funeral Home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 Am at St. James Church, 896 Main Street, Manchester. Burial with military honors will be in St. James Cemetery. Visiting hours are Tuesday, Sept. 12, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Connecticut Humane Society, 701 Russell Road, Newington, CT 06111. To leave a message for his family please visit www.holmes-watkinsfuneralhomes.com