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Michael Bushey Obituary
Born in Albany, N.Y., he was the son of James Bushey, Sr. and Maureen (Tuffey) Bushey of Albany.
Michael was a graduate of Albany High School Class of 1984, and a 1989 graduate of The College of St. Rose in Albany with a B.A. in Public Communications. In 2001, Michael received his M.B.A. from the Lally School of Management and Technology at the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Michael was the Operations Manager for Michael Williams Printery, Inc. in Cohoes, N.Y. until 2001, and was presently employed as a Sourcing Specialist with General Electric in Fairfield, Conn. He was past President of the Capital District Club of the International Association of Printing House Craftsmen (IAPHC) and on the Board of Directors of the Printing Industry Association of New York State (PIA-NYS).
He is survived by his beloved wife, Kimberly (Cobain) Bushey; a beautiful daughter, Lillian Abigail Bushey; his sister, Susan Kolb and brother, James Bushey, Jr. He was the son-in-law of Walda Cobain; brother-in-law of John Kolb, Debbie Bushey, Siobhan Cobain (Gary) Despart and Trevor (Terri) Cobain. He was the loving uncle of Brian Bushey, William Despart, Emma Kolb and Parker Cobain; and is also survived by several aunts, uncles and cousins.
Funeral services will be held in the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany, Wednesday morning at 8:15, and from there to Holy Cross Church, Western Ave. & Rosemont St., Albany, at 9 a.m.
Relatives and friends are invited, and may call at the funeral home Tuesday, January 24 from 4-8 p.m. Interment will be in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Rensselaer.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made for the benefit of Lillian Bushey, Wachovia Securities, Attn: The Sciuto Group, 80 State St., Albany, NY 12207.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Bushey
Carol
January 17, 2025
I can´t believe you´ve been in heaven this long. I still remember us playing in the pool, driving with Jim & having a blast. You are truly missed.
I do pray you & your Father are living it up golfing etc.. say hi to my parents too.
Jody Pagendarm
January 18, 2007
I just wanted to leave one more note before the book signs off. It's been a year now, and I'm still thinking of and praying for Mike, Kim and Lilly regularly so know that you are not alone. I'm sure it's been a hard year for you all, especially around the holidays. I still haven't found someone here to fill Mike's big shoes on the golf course and that certainly pales in comparison to the empty shoes in your lives. But he's still with us in his spirit, and our memories and I thank God for his impact in my life. May the passing of time bring you peace and comfort.
Laura Myers
October 31, 2006
I just found out that Mike died. He is the second of Club 421 to go. I have not talked to him in many years, but he was always a great guy with a big heart. He also scared me with his driving, but that is another story! I also was a Mercy girl (1986), so I remember Kim. I'm sorry for your and your daughter's loss.
WALDA COBAIN
January 29, 2006
TILL WE MEET AGAIN,MICHAEL,WE WERE SO HAPPY TO HAVE KNOWN YOU AND TO HAVE HAD YOU IN OUR FAMILY.NANA COBAIN
Niki Sorrentino
January 27, 2006
Kim, Lilly, and Family:
I am so truly saddened by your loss. I hope that you can find comfort in knowing that Mike loved you all so dearly and will forever be with you. There will never be a time that you are alone. May you always feel the love that he carried for you in your heart.
Siobhan
January 27, 2006
Kim and Lilly,
Michael was not just my brother-in-law he was my brother. I will miss our chats in the garage. I will miss how he made everything a project. I will miss our road trips. You are lucky to have been blessed with him, he was truly a great man and will never be forgotten. I love you both very much.
Love,
Siobhan
Lori Moore
January 26, 2006
Dear Kim and Lilly: My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you. Although I knew Mike for a relatively short two years or so, he was just an absolute pleasure to work with at GE Crotonville. We enjoyed many great conversations--which always seems to end up about our children. There is not much one can say at a time like this, but please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and we pray that the love of your family and friends comfort and strengthen you in the days ahead.
Uncle Tom
January 26, 2006
In Loving Memory of Saint Michael:
he gave us Kim & Lilly, love & respect, laughs & hugs, even an occasional boat ride....and so much more.
Debbi Marks
January 25, 2006
Jim, Maureen and family,
You may not remember me, I am Randy and Dolores Kearsing's daughter. I want you to know how saddened I am by the loss of your son. Please accept my deepest sympathies and prayers.
Debbi & Ken Marks
Doug Bricker
January 25, 2006
Our most heartfelt sympathies go out to you and your family. I always had fun spending time with Mike and always loved to hear his insights. I hope you find solice in the fact that he is at peace and is looking down upon you every day. You are in our thoughts and in our prayers.
Love, Doug, Pam & Macie Simone Bricker
Daniel Lance
January 25, 2006
To the Bushey Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathies from the GE Fanuc team in Albany. We work with Debbie Bushey, and know of the sadness and grief she has been dealing with through this troubled time. Know that we are having good thoughts for you and will be there to support you going forward.
Wayne Chen
January 25, 2006
Dear Kim and Bushey family, I am so sorry I did not know that Michael was ill. Please accept my sincere condolence for his leave. I may not be able to attend the service in person, but you will be in my prayers.
Wayne Chen (EMBA XIII)
from Beijing China
Lisa & David Palatsky
January 24, 2006
Kim, Lilly, Nana, Pa, Susan, Jimmy, Bushey family, & Cobain family
We are saddened by the loss of Michael. He was a kind, gentle, loving, & honest person that somehow touched everyone he knew in a positive way. Michael will be sorely missed, but will always watch down on Kim, Lilly, & all of you. May he always be an inspiration to everyone. Our deepest sympathies to all of you.
Joseph Geisler
January 24, 2006
Joe Geisler
Pam Hogan(Mosher)
January 24, 2006
Kim,
I was so sorry to hear of your devastating news. I am sorry I cannot be there to personally offer support, but know that you will be in my prayers.
Pam
Betsy Corbey
January 24, 2006
Dear Kim and Lily:
You are both in my thought and prayers. I want to extend my deepest sympathies. My wish for you and Lily at this time is that when the healing begins, to remember Michael at his happiest, on the days when he is smiling and with you and Lily and may those memories stay with you and comfort you.
Christine Raymond
January 24, 2006
Our deepest sympathy is with the Bushey family.Please let us know if there is anything that we can do. From us at the Allstate Office of Christine Raymond.
Betty Disch
January 24, 2006
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Mike was a great person to work with and a very fine man. He always spoke lovingly of his family, it was clear he was very happy. I hope someday you will be able to find comfort in your wonderful memories.
Betty Disch
Dawn Urquhart
January 24, 2006
Uncle Jim, Aunt Maureen and Family
No words will ever express the heartfelt loss and empitness that you and your family are feeling at this time. Please except our deepest sympathy. Just remember that Michael will always be at your side. His memories, his laughter his smile, and his joking and all the wonderful times that you and your family have spent together. Michael will always be with you and your family and will bring a smile to all of you. Thoses memories will never fade. His memories will always live on through his beautiful little pride and joy his daughter Lilly. When you see her you will always see your son, brother, husband. You have been and always will be in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless You All, and may you find some peace within your heart to confort all of his family.
Love you all.
Dawn & Tom Urquhart (Schenectady, NY)
Lori Haita
January 24, 2006
Kim - I am so very sorry for yours and Lilly's loss...May God's grace sustain you and may you find comfort in all of His promises! We are praying for you both!
Lori Haita
Jennifer Griffin
January 24, 2006
Kim & Lilly:
We love you and we will be here for you.
Jen, Kaitlyn and Emily
Maureen Steciuk
January 24, 2006
Kim and family,
I am truly sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Bless you and Lilly
love mo Barry Steciuk
Michael Stracher
January 24, 2006
Kim, Lillian, and the entire Bushey, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I have so many great memories of good times with Michael. He was a good friend and will truly be missed.
Jody Pagendarm
January 24, 2006
Kim and Lilly,
I'm truly sorry for your loss.
I'll miss Mike and enjoyed the time I spent with him both at GE and on the golf course. Sometimes it was hard to get him out there on the course, but to his credit, it was always because he was putting his family's needs first.
Sincerely,
Jody Pagendarm
GE Corporate Air Transport
Jim Despart
January 24, 2006
Dearest Kim and Lily, we pray you find peace in your wounded hearts.
vicky cipollari
January 24, 2006
Kim, Lilly, the Busheys and the Cobains,
Words cannot express my sorrow for your loss. I have called Kim my best friend for 25 years, and have loved the Cobain clan for just as long. I blessed Kim and Mike together from the beginning, She always made him happy and visa versa. Lilly is the ultimate, sweet result of that hapiness and love. Jim and Maureen, I knew that Mike was from great and loving stock the moment I met you. Kim confirmed that. My sympathy goes out to the entire family. I love you all deeply. Victoria Cipollari
Diane Shapiro
January 23, 2006
To The Family Of Michael Bushey,
Our thoughts & Prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow. May you find comfort in your faith and each other! GOD BLESS YOU ALL!
Diane & Family
Shelly Lofrumento
January 23, 2006
Jim, Maureen and Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. I think about Aspen Circle all the time and have so many memories. God bless you at this difficult time. Sincerely, Shelly Lofrumento (59 Aspen)
Mike at EMBA(RPI)
Rick Stock
January 23, 2006
Kim,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Mike was such a nice guy and I truly enjoyed knowing him during our time in EMBA.
Rick
Michelle LaPorta
January 23, 2006
Kim, Lilly and Bushey Family, we extend our deepest sympathy for the loss of Michael. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. Mike and Michelle LaPorta
Joette & Steven Spadafora
January 23, 2006
Dearest Kim and Beautiful Princess Lilly:
Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you both. Know in your heart that Mike is one of God's Angels and will watch over both of you for all eternity.
Walter Welch
January 23, 2006
Michael was a treasure and he will be missed by everyone who came in contact with him.
We have many happy memories of him enjoying life to the fullest.
We shall pray for Michael, who has been delivered to gods domain and for Kimberly and Lilly to give them strength during this difficult time.
We send out love and our deepest sympathy at the loss of such a special person.
Love Edna and Walter Welch
Carol Kearsing
January 23, 2006
Jim, Maureen, Jim and Susie,
I send my condolences. You are and always will be in my prayers. I can't stop thinking about growing up and all the fun times we had over very many years. I am sad that I haven't been in touch in so long, however, I never stop thinking about the Bushey Family. aka: my father's best friend's family.
Michael you will always be a special friend in my heart. May God bless your family.
Beth Martin
January 23, 2006
Kim and Lillian, My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss.
Beth Martin
(From Empire)
Patrick Michael Ryan
January 23, 2006
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy. Michael & his family are in my prayers. I will always remember his kindness and wisdom.
Jim & Jeanne Bradt
January 23, 2006
I worked with Jim, Michael's brother, for many years. We were very saddened to hear about his brother's passing. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Christine Catanzarita
January 23, 2006
Kim, Lilly, and the Bushey family,
It was my sincere pleasure to work with Mike. When I'd visit Connecticut, he'd stop in for friendly conversation and show the most recent picture of Lilly -- always asking "have you ever seen anything so adorable in your life?" It was so sweet to see Mike, a very capable professional in his own right, completely smitten with his little ballerina -- and as such a devoted father and husband. He really seemed to treasure each of life's moments.
Mike will truly be missed. I am so very sorry for your loss.
MaryAnn Stillman(Robilotti)
January 23, 2006
Uncle Jim,Aunt Maureen and family,
Please except my deepest sympathy in the loss of Michael. Please try to remember although you can not see him,hear him , or feel him, he is now and will always be with you. Nothing can take away your memories of his smile or his laughter. Those happy times will remain in your heart forever. Be at peace knowing he is in a better place with all the other angels that went before him.
Love,
MaryAnn & Family
Jill Robilotti
January 23, 2006
Our Thoughts & Prayers are with you all-Michael & Jill Robilotti
Tina Connell (Coluccio)
January 23, 2006
To the family of Michael Bushey,
My deepest condolences for the loss of your husband, father, son and uncle.
Michael was a wonderful person, a great printer, a good friend and a true gentleman.
I hope that someday, your memories will sustain you and bring some peace.
Tina
Jacque Benoit (Robilotti)
January 23, 2006
Uncle Marshall, Aunt Maureen & Family,
I am very sorry for your loss and my prayers and thoughts are with you. I just know Pattie was there to greet him on the other side and they will look over and protect our families forever.
Vicki Besse
January 23, 2006
Dear Kim, my heartfelt sympathies go out to you, Lily and all of Mike's family at this very sad time. Mike shared many happy memories of you both. He always praised Lily and boasted of how smart and beautiful she is and how he loved his special time with her every night as he read bedtime stories. May God comfort you both and each day bring you peace in knowing that Mike is perfect and healthy again and forever in God's arms. God Bless you.
Kathy Despart
January 23, 2006
To Kim and Lilly, I love you both with all my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Michael was such a special person, and I feel blessed to have known him. Although, his life was cut way too short, his memory and spirit will live within you a lifetime. I pray you find comfort in knowing he is at peace in God's hands. I love you.
kenneth brown
January 23, 2006
michael, you will be missed. all the fun we had as kids seemed like yesterday sorry we did not keep intouch i will always remember the friendship we shared .
Joe Benoit
January 23, 2006
Jim, Maureen My sincere condolences to you and the entire family. You are in my prayers during this time of sorrow. If I can be of any assistance pleaase let me know
Patti
January 23, 2006
God wrap his arms around you and give you peace.......My sympathies to Maureen, Jim and family
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