1921
2017
Dorothy "Dot" Helen Wright Bush, 96 of Townshend, VT died peacefully Friday morning, October 6, 2017 at Vernon Green Nursing Home. She was born in Townshend on January 31, 1921 to Arthur and Emma (Parker) Wright.
Mrs. Bush was raised in Grafton, VT and graduated from Leland and Gray High School in 1938. She went on to attend Vermont College, graduating in 1940 with a degree in Hotel Management and Hospitality.
On June 29, 1940 at the Grafton Congregational Church, Mrs. Bush married her high school sweetheart, Bradford 'Brad" D. Bush. They resided in Brookline and started their family. In the early 1950's, the family moved to Saxtons River and then to Grafton and Townshend where Mrs. Bush was an active volunteer in church and town activities. She joined the Blazing Star Chapter (now merged with the Mt. Lebanon Chapter) of The Order of the Eastern Star in 1942. She continued to be an active member for nearly 75 years including being named as the Grand Representative of West Virginia and Vermont.
Mrs. Bush was widely known as an accomplished seamstress, having created many custom outfits including wedding and bridal party dresses, as well as expert alterations. Her locally famous quilt made from former Grafton resident, Robert Barrett's neckties hangs in the Grafton Historical Society. Her hobbies included gardening, cooking, crafting, and cheering on the Boston sports teams, especially her Sox and Celtics. Her love of family, friends, flowers, food and fun was ever-present and contagious. Her smiles and hugs could chase away the darkest day.
Mrs. Bush is survived by three sons, Robert Bush of Tallahassee, FL, Delmar Bush of Bellows Falls, VT and Barry Bush of Canadendsis, PA; a daughter, Marilyn (Bush) Beaudoin of Simsbury, CT; eleven grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren; seven great-great grandchildren; as well as a niece, Ellen (Wright) Archambault of Londonderry, VT and a nephew, Douglas Wright of Grafton, VT
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She is predeceased by her husband after nearly 66 years of marriage in 2006; a son, Donald Bush in 2000; a great grandson, Aaron in 2017; two brothers, Howard and Walter Wright; and a niece and nephews.
She was a faithful and devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother. Her family was the center of her life.
A Memorial Service to celebrate her life will be held on Saturday, October 14, 2017 at 11:00 am at the Newfane Congregational Church, 11 Church St, Newfane, VT. A reception will follow at the church. A private family burial will take place at Riverside Cemetery in Brookline, VT. The KER-WESTERLUND FUNERAL HOME, Brattleboro, VT is assisting the family with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Grace Cottage Hospital and/or Valley Cares, 185 Grafton Rd, Townshend, VT 05353.
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October 21, 2017
MARY TIER (CHILDS)
ELLEN, DOUG AND FAMILY, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL. LOVE AND PRAYERS.
October 14, 2017
Doug Martin
God Bless
October 14, 2017
Wendell Purvis
What great memories of Mom Bush and Bush Mountain. A true Grand Ole' Lady full of hospitality for everyone, even me who spent several weeks every summer with she and Pop Bush doing chores to earn the prevelidge of just soaking up the mountain air and beauty of Bush Mountain! We traveling balloon pilots have lost a true friend, friendly reception, and a warm place to hang out. Mom and Pop Bush were always ready to jump in the basket for a quick flight from their front yard, the top of the world for sure. Every year Mom Bush would remind me that she's starting a new to-do list for me when I return, a list that I was so glad to work on. Fixing the refrigerator, screen door, garage door, weed whacking, cutting the grass, picking blueberries and even driving her to the Grafton fair. No matter the task it was always appreciated and greeted with a warm smile, a welcome hug, and a great meal! I truly will miss you Mom Bush! Now you join Pop Bush who is probably out riding his heavenly lawn mower!! Love you and will miss you more than you know
October 13, 2017
Ann Allbee
So sorry for your loss. She was such a wonderful lady!
October 13, 2017
Linda & Al Massie
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
October 13, 2017
Joanne Tuxbury
My mother Claire and I send you our caring thoughts and prayers as you deal with the loss of this very special woman. She left footprints on the hearts of those who knew her.
October 13, 2017
Ronald and Robin Lawrence
Kathy and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. Our sincere sympathies to you and your family at this sad time.
October 13, 2017
KELLEY
MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BRING YOU A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17
October 12, 2017
Kathy Martin
I'm am so very sorry to hear of Aunt Dot's passing. She was a wonderful person and will truly be missed. God's Blessing to you all.
Love Kathy, Kay and David Martin
October 12, 2017
Judith Bailey
I am so sorry for the loss of your dear mother.
October 12, 2017
Please know our love and prayers are with you all. Dot was such a sweet lady. We enjoyed her so very much.
Cathy and Paul Hallock
October 12, 2017
Andrea Seaton
Dot was such a sweet, wonderful lady who exemplified grace, determination, grit, and love. When our daughters were young, it was a tradition to get our Christmas trees from Brad and Dot and, when the girls were babies, Dot would watch them while we went out to pick our tree. A firm friendship was established over the years,one that we will never forget. Dot always wanted to sit and chat for as long as we were willing to stay, and it was the same when I visited her at Valley Cares.
October 12, 2017
Kathy Hennessey Hodgdon
Many fond memories of her when I was growing up in Saxtons River and going to the house with Marilyn. She was a wonderful lady. My sympathy to the family.
October 12, 2017
RUTH Warren
Sorry to hear about Dot's passing may she RIP she was a nice lady will be miss by her family
October 11, 2017
Jeremy Schrauf
What a wonderful legacy she has. Condolences to the family.
October 11, 2017
Jennifer Brunton
Mrs. Bush made our last few years in Vermont cozier and more full of love. Her hugs truly were healing. We will miss her very much and feel privileged to have known her, and to learn from her life of kindness and service.
Jennifer, Ernesto, and Xiaohan Brunton and Michael Fuller
October 10, 2017
Linda Williams Fourner
I have many fond memories of your Mom growing up in Saxtons River where most of my time seemed to be spent at the Bush house at the end of our street - my thoughts and prayers are with you Marilyn and the rest of your family.
October 10, 2017
JT
Offering my sincere condolences to the Family, may you find comfort from the encouraging words found at 1 Thessalonians 4:14
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