Wilbur Joe Bush

Wilbur Joe Bush obituary

Wilbur Joe Bush

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Wilbur Bush Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Frist Funeral Home, Inc. - Clinton on Nov. 7, 2025.

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Wilbur Joe Bush, 87, of Clinton passed away on Thursday November 6, 2025, at his home.

He was born in Clinton, Indiana on November 6, 1938, to Ralph Bush and Tabitha (Brock) Bush who precede him in death. Also, preceding Joe is his stepmother, Dorothy Bush.

Joe served his country by enlisting in the United States Air Force as well as the Army National Guard. He married the love of his life Margaret (Beard) Bush on December 18, 1976, and shared nearly 49 years together. Joe belonged the Restore Church in Clinton and loved helping with their food pantry.

Those left behind to remember Joe is his wife Margaret Bush of Clinton, sons Bradley Bush (Amber) of Terre Haute, and Michael Bush (Nicole) of Clinton; sister Nancy Blanc of Terre Haute; grandchildren Elijah Bush, Addison Bush, Hannah Bush, and Aiden Bush, and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be at Frist Funeral Home on Monday, November 10, 2025, form 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Service will be at 1:00 p.m. with military honors prior to the service. Burial will follow at Walnut Grove Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Restore Church Food Pantry in memory of Joe.

Online condolences may be shared at www.fristfuneralhome.com.

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Deepest, heartfelt sympathy to Mrs. Bush, Brad and Amber, and to the extended family too. Hopefully, the memories you all have of being a part of Mr. Bush's life will help as you adjust to his absence. Thank you for your service. RIP Sir.

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11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Frist Funeral Home, Inc.

458 Blackman St., IN 47842

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Nov

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Funeral service

1:00 p.m.

Frist Funeral Home, Inc.

458 Blackman St., IN 47842

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