In loving memory of

Donald Busch

March 31, 1924 - December 30, 2015
Donald Busch

Donald Busch

Born: March 31, 1924
Died: December 30, 2015
Age: 91
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Donald Busch, age 91, of Lake View, IA, passed away on Wednesday, December 30, 2015 at Blackhawk Life Care Center in Lake View, IA.  Donald was born on March 31, 1924, to William and Margaret (Clausen) Busch in Sac County near Lake View.  He was baptized at home on May 11, 1924, and later confirmed his faith within the Lutheran church on August 22, 1937.  He grew up on the farm in Lake View and attended country school in Coon Valley #9.  Donald served his country by joining the US Air Force on May 14, 1943 earning the rank of Staff Sergeant in World War II. He was honorably discharged on January 3, 1946.

           On February 20, 1949, Donald was united in marriage to Charlotte Berry at the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Sac City, IA.  This union was blessed with five children: Pamela, Paula, Peggy, Paige, and Perry.  Donald and his family made their home in Lake View where he farmed and later worked as a Crop Insurance Adjuster. 

   Donald held many offices within his church and was a part of the REC Board, VFW and American Legion.  He enjoyed fishing, card playing, cribbage and baseball.  He was the best chicken griller and always enjoyed being around his family.  He will be truly missed by those who knew and loved him.

           Survivors include his wife Charlotte (Berry) Busch of Lake View, IA; children: Pamela Ryken of Bailey, CO, Paula Busch of Waterloo, IA, Peggy Busch of Lake View, IA, Paige (Kris) Busch of Springdale, AR, Perry (Colleen) Busch of Lakeville, MN; grandchildren: April Ivey, Tom Ivey, Matt Ryken, Erin Wright, Andrea Gordley, Aaron Busch, Devan Busch; great-granddaughter Savannah Ivey.

           He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters: Irene Crippen, Mildred Johnson, Velma Berry; and brother Marvin Busch.       

SERVICES
2:30 p.m.
Saturday, January 2, 2016
Emmanuel Lutheran Church
Lake View, Iowa
OFFICIATING
Reverend Don Peterson III
VISITATION
Prior to service
1:30 p.m.
Saurday, January 2, 2016
Emmanuel Lutheran Church
Lake View, Iowa
INTERMENT
Ferguson Cemetery
Lake View, Iowa

Condolences

Thursday, January 7, 2016 at 10:55 AM
“I have a lot of great memories going out to the Busch farm when I was growing up! We always found a way to have fun! Don had a great family ! My prayers are with them all!”
- David Boysen
Monday, January 4, 2016 at 9:08 AM
“On behalf of all the members of the Kenzy family we send our deepest condolences on the passing of Donald. We were so sorry when Mourene informed us. Mourene always said what a kind and gentle man he was to know. May all your wonderful memories of him help you through this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Joan (Kenzy) LeMaster, Roger Kenzy, Martha (Kenzy) Hansel, and Mourene Kenzy”
- Joan (Kenzy) LeMaster
Monday, January 4, 2016 at 9:08 AM
“ It has been a long time since I have spoken to my grandfather. Not out of anything about him, only my own poor choices. I do regard him highly in my thoughts. He was good with a smile. He was quiet and gentle. I remember gathering eggs in the morning from the dusty chickens (as well as removing one’s head). Removing sticks from the enormous yard for him to mow. If I was good I could “drive” the tractor. Burning the trash was always fun. There so many other great memories.

Visits to the farm were highlights of my childhood. Back then I couldn’t have grasped what it took to run that farm. He must have been working day and night to maintain it all. The cows, chickens, the fields, hay bales, a hundred things, and still got the yard mowed! Even more amazing is he started it all while raising five children! As a child myself, there was no way I could understand the dedication and work involved. His family came first. He DID work day and night to maintain the farm, and more importantly, the family. He did it well. As an adult now, I only begin to understand what it took. He is a model I look up to.

I wish I had taken the time in my life to get to know my grandfather better. I’m sure he had so many stories to tell that I never heard. Being in WWII, building a farm, raising an amazing family. There are surely lessons I missed from one of the Last Great American Farmers. I do have many memories of him that will last with me forever, I only wish I’d had a few more. His passing is a loss to us all. ”
- Tom Ivey
Monday, January 4, 2016 at 9:08 AM
“Charlotte and family, was so sorry to hear of Don' passing. My deepest sympathy to all. Since I am already in TX. For the winter, I will be unable to be there for the service, but will be thinking of you and wishing you Gods peace and comfort. Always dwell on the good times. It helps. Prayers, Joanne ”
- Joanne Boger
Monday, January 4, 2016 at 9:08 AM
“Sending my sympathy and prayers to let you know my heart goes out to you at this time of sadness. I remember many fun times and laughs that we shared at St. Paul functions in Sac City. ”
- Charmaine Santema
Monday, January 4, 2016 at 9:08 AM
“Dear Family, So sorry to hear of Dons passing. It will be a great loss to all of those that knew him.”
- Lynn Ramsey
Friday, January 1, 2016 at 3:02 PM
“I am so sorry to hear of Don passing wish I was at work that day he made my day when ever I went to work and would talk to him he always new if I wasn't there for a few days God's peace”
- Tammy huseman
Friday, January 1, 2016 at 3:02 PM
“Sincere sympathy to the Busch families and especially Charlotte at a time of your loss of Donald.
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- Charlotte Tripp
Friday, January 1, 2016 at 3:02 PM
“Don was such a great uncle. Always knew how to make us all laugh, especially over a competitive game of cards. Our most sincere sympathy to you, Charlotte and all the kids, their spouses, grand kids and great grand kids.”
- Rob & Susan Scott
Friday, January 1, 2016 at 3:02 PM
“Our sympathy to your family. You're in our thoughts and prayers. ”
- Jim & Janet Genter
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