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Richard John Bush
Richard John Bush, age 86, of Fargo, ND, died Wednesday, April 14, 2010, at Merit Care Hospital in Fargo. Richard was born September 24, 1923, in New Rockford, ND, to Herman and Emma (O’Connor) Bush. He grew up on the family farm, and attended country school at Munster Township School, rural New Rockford, and St. James Academy in New Rockford. He enlisted in the U.S. Army National Guard on April 15, 1940. He served in the 164th Infantry, Company F, in the South Pacific and Guadalcanal during WWII, and was discharged on September 6, 1945. Following his discharge he worked in a gold mine at Cook City, MT, and then joined the Fargo Police Department on June 19, 1947. Richard was united in marriage with Gloria Knott on November 15, 1947, in Fargo. He retired on May 1, 1984, after serving for 37 years. Richard and a fellow police officer had operated Northern Market, located on Main Avenue, Fargo, during the late 1950’s. He also enjoyed painting houses, doing woodworking, hunting and fishing. He was a member of VFW Post #762 & American Legion Post #2, Fargo, and was a life member of the Americal Division Veteran’s Association. He is survived by his wife Gloria, Fargo; one son, John (Shelly), Fargo; three daughters, Karen Jo Bush, Fergus Falls, MN, Susan (Roger) Lee, Hillsboro, ND, Kathy Fermolye, Fargo; eight grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren; three sisters, Elaine Atkins, Brooklyn Park, MN, Patricia (Roland) Dyrness, Burbank, CA, Darlene Jenrich, Farmington, MN; two sisters-in-law, Eileen Bush Rickel, New Rockford, Arlene Bush, Mesa, AZ; and many nieces and nephews. Richard was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Ed and Glenn; and one sister, Ellen Allmaras.
Funeral Service: St. John’s Catholic Church, New Rockford, ND Date and Time: Saturday, April 17, 2010 at 10:30 AM Interment: Prairie Home Cemetery, New Rockford
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Posted Condolences:
Name: Editor 164 Infantry News
Date: 6 June 2010
Message: It is always sad to hear about the passing of one of the fine WWII soldiers of the heroic 164th Infantry Regiment. His name will be listed in The Last Roll Call of the July issue of the 164th Infantry News, and he will be remembered at the Memorial Service during the September reunion. Our Sympathies.
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Name: Ralph Dyrness
Date: 4-16-2010
Message: Dear Bush Family,
We don't know all of you but are connected to the Bush family through Patty Bush (Sister-in-Law). We read about the death of Richard and merely wanted you to know that during this time of sorrow we shall hold you in prayer. We believe death is only a new and lasting beginning as a result of what Jesus did for each of us through his passion, death and resurrection. However, we are also aware of the sadness that comes with the death of a loved one. Memories shared will never be taken away and the belief that this life is only temporary can give one a sense of peace. It is our prayer for each of you that as you experience the sorrow of Richard's death that you can also rejoice in the realization that a better life is before all who choose to allow Christ into their life. May God bless each of you now and always.
Sincerely in Christ,
Ralph & Jean Dyrness
Valley City, North Dakota
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Name: Joelyn (Bymoen) Scriba
Date: April 16, 2010
Message: My sympathy to the immediate and extended family. I yet remember Richard's parents.
Recently, I attended a ceremony in Bismarck and book celebration concerning the 164th Infantry during 1942-45, and noted Richard's participation in the obituary. The book is entitled "They Were Ready" by T. L. Shoptough. A contact for the book is:
Editor164InfantryNews@hotmail.com
Special thoughts to you.
Joelyn (Bymoen) Scriba
A "Munster Alum"
Bemidji, MN
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