Bernard Charles Bush the son of Charles Bush and Florence Melissa (Hoard) Bush was born March 23, 1923 in Lisle, New York. He departed this life July 21, 2007 at the age of 84 years 3 months and 28 days.

Bernard was a resident of Mansfield, MO for the past 35 years. He was employed as television repairman before his retirement. Bernard served his country during WWII with the U. S. Air Force. He was a member of 449th Bomb Group and 717 Bomb Squadron.

Bernard was preceded in death by his parents. His survivors include his companion of 28 years, Louise Nicolena Morse, Mansfield, MO, step son, Dr. James Gonzalez, M.D., Redding, CA, four step grandchildren,
two sisters, Betty Harper and Madeline Harper both of Lisle, NY, two brothers, Cleon Bush, Marathon, NY and Walter Bush, Baldwinsville, NY and other relatives and friends.

Cremation services are under the direction of Clinkingbeard Funeral Home, Ava, MO. On line condolences may be made a www.clinkingbeardfuneralhome.com.