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Gary Busch Obituary
At the age of 17, Gary joined the military and proudly served his country in the United States Navy for 4 years and the Army Reserve for an additional 12 years.
He was the proud father of Heather, Carrie and Melissa.Gary was strong in his Christian faith and carried that along with him for 24 years as a member and sponsor of AA. Gary thoroughly enjoyed being an electrician in Santa Rosa, CA and Fulda, MN. In his younger years, he enjoyed camping with his family and playing softball. He was a proud member of the American Legion and the Fulda Cannoneer Club.He is survived by his wife Linda Braun Busch, daughters Heather Eastridge Brunello, Carrie Cianfichi Tucker, Melissa Schwitters, MeLissa Lawson, Ann Gehl and Kati Grengs. Also survived by brother Dan Busch, sister Judy St. Aubin, 15 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, bonus daughter, Amelia, his trusted dog Buster and many friends including his AA family.
Preceded in death by his mother, Etheleen Lucht Busch, father William Busch, sister Linda Busch Martens and nephew William “Billy” Martens.
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