Barbara Jean Bush Obituary
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Barbara Jean Bush Obituary

Barbara J. Bush, 83, of Owego, New York, went home to heaven on, June, 5, 2026. Barbara was born in Gibson, PA the daughter of Stuart and Veronica Holmes. Along with her parents, she was predeceased by her husband of 30 years, Warren Bush. Barbara is survived by her son, Gary Bush; daughter, Michelle and her favorite son-in-law, Kevin Dougherty; she was a proud and devoted grandmother to, Linzy Bush, Rozalyn Bush, Olivia and Dakota Kreger, Campbell Dougherty, Donovan Dougherty, Garrin Dougherty; two brothers and sister-in-law, Gary and Bonnie Holmes, Curtis Holmes; sisters-in-law, Alice Judge and Connie Bush; several nieces and nephews. Family, especially her grandchildren, were truly the light of her life, and she cherished every moment spent with them. Her love of Jesus was her most treasured gift, guiding her life and bringing her peace and strength. Barbara was a faithful member of Sword and the Spirit Church of Owego, where she found joy in her faith family. She will be remembered for her devotion to her family, her strong faith and the love she shared freely with those around her. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Estey, Munroe & Fahey Funeral Home, 15 Park Street, Owego, NY. Burial will follow in the Vestal Hills Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made in Barbara J. Bush's memory to Sword and Spirit Church, 37 Dickenson Road, Owego, NY 13827 or Haven of Rest Ministries, 86 Southside Drive, Owego, NY 13827.

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Barbara J. Bush, 83, of Owego, New York, went home to heaven on, June, 5, 2026. Barbara was born in Gibson, PA the daughter of Stuart and Veronica Holmes. Along with her parents, she was predeceased by her husband of 30 years, Warren Bush. Barbara is survived by her son, Gary Bush; daughter, Michelle and her favorite son-in-law, Kevin Dougher

Events

Visitation at Funeral Home

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Estey, Munroe & Fahey Funeral Home

15 Park Street Owego, NY 13827

Funeral Service

Thursday, June 11, 2026

10:00 am

Estey, Munroe & Fahey Funeral Home

15 Park Street Owego, NY 13827

Final Resting Place

Thursday, June 11, 2026

12:00 am

Vestal Hills Memorial Park

3997 Vestal Road Vestal, NY 13850