Edith Bush LeFevre

Edith Bush LeFevre

Edith LeFevre Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 22, 2008.
Edith Bush LeFevre 1920-2008 Beloved wife, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 3, 2008, in Dallas, TX, surrounded by family and loved ones. She was 87. Edie was dearly loved and will be missed by her family. She is survived by her three children: daughter, Deborah Keenan (Tom) of Dallas; sons, Nick LeFevre (Marilyn) of Austin, David LeFevre (Diane) of Ventura, CA; her grandchildren: David Keenan, Kevin Keenan (Natalia), Kelli Sordahl (Scott), Keith LeFevre (Jennifer), Nikki Lamb (Paul), Joe LeFevre; five great-grandchildren; one sister, Vondra Bancroft; several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Bill LeFevre, July 7, 1990; brother, William Edward Bush; sister, Mickey Gragg; and her parents A. D. and Dorothy Bush. Sharing in our loss are Edie's extended family, her many dear friends and neighbors. Edie led a full and active life. She was born December 27, 1920 in Winnemucca, NV, to A. D. and Dorothy Bush. She spent part of her growing up years in Nevada then moved to San Francisco. She graduated from the Sarah Dix Hamlin School, San Francisco in 1938 and then went onto attend the University of Oregon. During WWII Edie spent the war years helping in many ways on the home front. During this time she met Capt. Bill LeFevre, an army pilot, in Palm Springs, CA. They were married in Los Angeles on January 25, 1944. After the war Edie and Bill settled in Ventura, CA, where they raised their family and owned a successful bottled water business for many years. Edie was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was involved in several community activities and served on many philanthropic boards. Edie and Bill then retired to Mt. Shasta, CA. Edie was also active in the Mt. Shasta community. Bill LeFevre passed away in Mt. Shasta, July, 1990. Edie then moved to the desert she so loved, Dayton, NV, until finally settling in Dallas, TX, to enjoy her final years with family and friends. A Graveside Ceremony and Internment will be conducted at Cypress Lawn Memorial Park, 1370 El Camino Real, Colma, CA, 1 p.m., Thursday, July 10, 2008. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations can be made to the Boys & Girls Club of Ventura, Bill LeFevre Center or a charity of choice.

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July 6, 2008

Walter Attebery posted to the memorial.

June 28, 2008

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June 28, 2008

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Walter Attebery

July 6, 2008

Dear Nick, Deborah and Dave. what can we say when you have lost your loved ones and our dear friends. First that B-17 expert now Edie the consumate republican. They were the greatest and will be missed. Our deepest sympathies. Walt & Pauline Attebery

Doug and Joann Savard

June 28, 2008

Nick, Debbie, and Dave,

We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. We have such fond memories her.

Doug remembers spending the night as a kid and having her fix hamburger and scrambled eggs for breakfast.

We both remember going to your house for New Year's Eve and your Mom insisting we eat black-eyed peas so we would have a year of good luck. I especially remember that evening, being the new one in the group, how welcome your Mom made me feel.

We also used to look forward to her Thanksgiving card each year. It was always hand-written and filled with positive words. This was always the start of the holiday season for us, when her card appeared.

She was a gracious lady who will be remembered by many.

Brenda Mcdaniel

June 28, 2008

NICK,MARILYN & family.Im so sorry to here about Edie.She was so sweet and kind to me. My prays and love will be with you.

Nancy Brough

June 22, 2008

My sympathy to the entire family on Edie's passing.
Many years ago when I was only 4, I answered the phone when she called my mother. Of course, I asked who was calling, and she said, "Tell your mother it's Mrs. Roosevelt". Henceforth, I always called Edie by that name, even when greeting her in person or writing a note.
She was such a gracious hostess and insisted my son and I visit her at the Bush ranch in Dunsmuir; a place she loved.
I will always remember her joie de vivre!

Sheila Carlton

June 21, 2008

Nick and Marilyn: Im so sorry read of the passing of your Mom. Its always to hard to lose our Moms. May you find confort in the many memories you have of her.My heart goes out to you all at this time. Sheila Carlton

Patricia Rodriguez

June 21, 2008

Nikki:
My thoughts are with you and your family as you adjust to this world without your grandmother. It never gets easy, rather we just get used to it.
I think about you often and hope to hear from you in the future.
Love to your family,
Patricia Rodriguez

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July 6, 2008

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