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Dr. Douglas R. Busby Jr.
Dr. Douglas R. Busby Jr.
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Douglas Busby Obituary
BUSBY Dr. Douglas R. Busby Jr., age 59 years, of Jefferson City, Mo., died Wednesday, June 7, 2006, at St. Mary's Health Center. Dr. Busby was born on February 21, 1947, in Sacramento, California, the son of Douglas Sr. and Phyllis West Busby. His mother, Phyllis Busby, survives in Jefferson City, Mo. He was married on June 1, 1974, in Warrensburg, Mo., to Judith A. Baile, who survives at the home. Dr. Busby graduated from Minot High School, Minot, North Dakota, and attended the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, North Dakota. He graduated from Central Missouri State University, Warrensburg, Mo. and the University of Missouri at Kansas City Dental School in 1979. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam Conflict where he was awarded three bronze stars. For the past 26 years, Dr. Busby has been a dentist in Jefferson City, Mo. He was a member and deacon at the First Presbyterian Church; a past president of the Jefferson City High School Football and Wrestling Booster Clubs; a member of the American Dental Assn.; and a member of the Jefferson City Area Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Busby was an Eagle Scout and was inducted to the Minot High School Hall of Fame as a football player and wrestler and the University of North Dakota Hall of Fame as a football player. Other survivors include: four sons, Douglas R. Busby III and his wife Elisha of Union, Mo., Brian D. Busby of Jefferson City, Mo., Craig R. Busby of Jefferson City, Mo., and Steven A. Busby of Jefferson City, Mo.; two sisters, Candice R. Titus of Grand Rapids, Michigan, and Susan Busby of Jefferson City, Mo.; two brothers, James Busby and his wife Dee of Overland Park, Kansas, and William Busby and his wife Marilyn of Lenexa, Kansas; one granddaughter, Grace Catherine Busby; and three nieces and seven nephews. A memorial service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 11, 2006, at the First Presbyterian Church with the Reverend R.W. Beard officiating. A visitation will follow the memorial service in the Fellowship Hall of the First Presbyterian Church. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Jefferson City High School Athletic Funds. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Freeman Mortuary. www.freemanmortuary.com
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Beth ("The bus driver") Trevor
July 4, 2006
I am so sorry to hear of Dr. Busby's passing. His wave and smile when he saw our bus was a wonderful pick-me-up. My love to Mrs. Busby, Doug, Brian, Craig and Steven.
Debbie Birkmann
July 3, 2006
I am deeply sadden to hear the loss of Doug. He was my dentist for the last 25 years and I could not ask for a better dentist and person. I will greatly miss him. My sympathy goes out to his family
Paula Krumm
June 27, 2006
We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family and office staff of Dr. Busby. We were truly shocked and saddened to learn of his passing. Dr. Busby has been our family dentist for many years and we will certainly miss him. God Bless all of you.
Joe, Paula, Kyle, Kelly & Kevin Krumm
Jimmy Hagen
June 23, 2006
I am deeply saddened to learn of Dr. Busby's death. My deepest sympathies go out to his family and his staff.
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Theresa Freeman and Family
June 20, 2006
Our family was shocked to hear of Dr. Busby's passing. He was an excellent dentist, and we will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and staff.
Courtney Titus
June 20, 2006
Uncle Doug~you will always be in our hearts, and will never be forgotten.
your niece
courtney
Ron and Kathy Hurley
June 20, 2006
We are so sad to hear that Dr. Busby is no longer with us. I cleaned the office and Dr Busby cared for the teeth of our family for many years before the boys were in college. He was always a kind and very capable dentist and nice person. We will sure all miss him.
Kristen Robinson
June 19, 2006
Judi, Steven, Craig, Brian, and Doug, I am truly sorry for your loss. Words can't describe the inspiration he has given me and the admiration I will always hold dear to my heart.
Jan Schanbacher
June 14, 2006
We have all been saddened by the untimely loss of our Dr. Busby. I am sure you will find peace in knowing that you were fortunate to have spent a great deal of time with such a tremendous human being as Dr. Busby. I write you with a great sense of dread and loss. I am saddened and shall be for a long, long time to come. I send my heartfelt sympathies to Judy, Doug III, Brian, Craig & Steve! I hope you can surmount this loss and with Doug's love to guide you, continue on to be the men your father wished you to become.
Jan Schanbacher
Gwen Frost
June 14, 2006
To Juudy, the boys, Sue, and entire family. We are so sorry for your loss. We loved Doug, he was the best dentist we ever had. We extend all our love to you and will keep your family in our prayers. This is from the entire family of Clark Jr and Gwen Frost.
Russell L. Harrison, D.D.S., M.S.
June 14, 2006
My years of acquaintance with Dr. Busby were filled with confidence and respect. He will be missed in among those of the dental preofession who worked with him. We offer our condolences to the friends and family of Dr. Busby.
bruce uhler
June 13, 2006
Our prayers go out to the entire Busby Family. Doug was indeed one of the special people that I looked up to in Warrensburg when growing up. Those days at Russell Brothers, going canoeing/camping and riding in his 442 listening about those harrowing and heroic days in Southeast Asia and the football exploits were special times. Doug was an over achiever and will be missed by all.
Old friends,
Bruce, Margareta, Chris, Michael and Emily Uhler (Lake Mary, FL)
Earl and Janie Uhler (Warrensburg,MO)
Jill and Marvin Buford, Ft. Myers, FL
Rod Stafford
June 13, 2006
Judy, my deepest condolences to you, Brian and the boys on the passing of Doug. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Dan Schmutz
June 13, 2006
Let God be with you in your time of need. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Rachel Lewis
June 12, 2006
To the Family of Dr. Busby. Please accept most sincere condolences for your loss. I was deeply saddened to learn of his untimely death. My thoughts are with you.
Starla Scott
June 12, 2006
To the Busby Family, my heart is with you. May your heart and soul know that your beloved Father will always be with you
June 11, 2006
To the family and office staff,our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Dr. Busby was a wonderful person and dentist.
Lois Chronister and Alice Holman
Sid Schanbacher
June 10, 2006
I will always remember the fun times that we had at the Christmas parties on Harvest. I am sincerely sadden for the loss of Doug, and my thoughts and prayers are with you Judy and the boys.
Sharon Carter (Kaul)
June 10, 2006
Judy and family, I am so sorry to hear of Doug's passing. He will ceratinly be missed by those of us who knew him in the Class of 1965.
The Koch Family Koch
June 10, 2006
Special thoughts and prayers to the Busby family during this time of sorrow in the passing of a fine man and strong member of our local society.
Nyree Barry
June 9, 2006
To Judy Busby & Family, I would like to offer my condolences in the loss of your loved one, Dr. Douglas Busby. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers. May God wrap his arms around you all tight and bring comfort. Continue to remember the good times, smiles and laughs.
Clarence Dassrath
June 9, 2006
To the Busby family, I wish to express my sympathies at the loss of such a wonderful person
Don Kolb
June 9, 2006
We were so sad to hear of the loss of our friend and Dentist. Our prayers go to the family and staff in this time of need. Don and Dee Kolb
Nicki and Hunter Beshears
June 9, 2006
Your family will be in our hearts and our prayers. I worked for Dr. Busby and after I moved continued to bring my son to see him. He was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed.
Ron and Patti Lessmann
June 9, 2006
Judy, our prayers are with you. You and Doug were our first and dearest friends as we traveled through Dental School together. We are there whenever and whereever you may need us.
KENT NICKI AND DARRELL LUEBBERT
June 9, 2006
YOU AND YOURS ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER DOC AS A GREAT WRESTLING FAN AND A GREAT FRIEND WHO TOUCHED OUR LIVES.
Janet Goeller
June 9, 2006
I am so sorry to hear of Dr. Busby's death. He has been my dentist for many years and I will miss him very much. Plese accept my deepest sympathy.
Pat Noirfalise, CDA BS
June 9, 2006
I had the pleasure of knowing doctor Busby since 1985 when our family moved to Jefferson City from Joplin, MO. Doctor Busby was an active supporter of the Nichols Career Center Program of Dental Assisting. Many students from the dental assistant program for more than 21 years benefitted from serving internships at his office. After retiring from the program in 2003 my contacts with Doctor Busby decreased in frequency. When our paths crossed he always had a smile and a warm greeting for me. Doctor Busby was a positive influence in the community and his family can be proud of his contributions to it.
Jim and Norma Malone
June 9, 2006
Our deepest sympathy to your family. We loved Dr. Busby. He had been our family dentist for years. Our three daughters went to school with your boys and they were sadden by the news. Doug has left many fond memories for everyone. He was a special person.
John Kemper
June 9, 2006
Please allow me to extend my heartfelt sympathy to you and your family on the death of Dr. Busby. He was my dentist for many years. He will be greatly missed by many.
Gail Rehagen and family
June 9, 2006
Sue, the Busby family, and all of the staff, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Dr. Busby will be fondly remembered by our family.
Denise Colvin
June 9, 2006
To the Busby family, I wish to express my sympathies at the loss of such a wonderful, caring person. Not only was he a good dentist, he was a good person who will be missed by many. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Nancy Bond
June 9, 2006
Dear family & office staff (Sue, Jean Ann, Judy & etc.)
I was shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Dr. Busby. He was our families dentist for many years. The only dentist my four children David Jr., Josh, Lucas, and Eliza ever knew. He was excellent dentist and caring person, along with his staff. We are very sorry for your loss and you are in our prays.
Missi Kluttz
June 9, 2006
To Dr. Busby's staff and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Dr Busby's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. He was my dentist for the past eight years and was always very friendly, professional and knowledgeable.
Melissa Tappel
June 9, 2006
Judy, Family, and Staff,
My deepest sympathy. Dr. Busby will be greatly missed. He was a wonderful, kind, and generous man. May God comfort you during your time of grief.
Kenneth Ball
June 9, 2006
I was saddened to hear of the loss of not only my dentist, but my friend. May God bless the family and the office staff during this sad time.
J.C. and Diane Beckner
June 9, 2006
Our hearts are saddened for you in your sudden loss. Your family is in our prayers as you seek comfort and peace at this time.
Butch/Jenny Morrison
June 9, 2006
We were very saddened to learn of Dr. Busby's passing. He has been our family dentist for 25 years. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends
Irene Murray
June 9, 2006
Sue, I'm so sorry for your loss. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
JIM-JENNEAN WERNER
June 9, 2006
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY ON YOUR LOSS FROM YOUR FORMER NEIGHBORS ON TANYA LYNN
Jim and Yvonne Hoerschgen
June 9, 2006
We have a lost a good friend and caring dentist for our family. He was a man of love and respectable person with a robust laugh and concern for his patients. We want the family to know how much we appreciate Doug giving our daughter the opportunity to find her future as a dental assistant with him. We will truly miss him as part of our family and pray that God will give you and your families the inner strength to face tomorrow. Remembering you in our prayers! Love to All!!
Sandra Miller
June 8, 2006
Dear Judy, family & office staff (Sue, JeanAnn, Judy, etc..):
We are sorry for your loss and are praying for peace and comfort during these difficult days.
Sincerely,
Rick, Sandi and CR Miller
Ron and Linda Gould
June 8, 2006
We are so saddened by the loss of Dr. Busby. May God be with Judy and the boys as they go through some very sad times. We had some good times together during football games when Justin and Craig played. We will always cherish those good times. Take care.
Dan McPherson
June 8, 2006
I was shocked and saddened to learn of Doug's passing. I knew him as a good friend and fellow church goer long before he became my dentist. I very much enjoyed the personal and professional relationship that we had, and I will miss him.
Keith and Judy Mayor
June 8, 2006
We are very saddened by the passing of Dr. Busby. We used him as our dentist for many years and loved him and his staff. He was an excellent dentist and caring person that we appreciated and respected. We will miss him greatly. All of you are in our prayers.
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