Norma Jean Bush

Bush, Norma Jean was a lady and a lady never reveals her age, of Monmouth, died peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at OSF St. Mary Medical Center, Galesburg.

Norma was born in Galesburg, IL on January 18^th.  She was the daughter and only child of Harold and Babe (Chard) Smith.  She was reared and educated in Galesburg and would often tell stories about hanging out and sometimes sweeping the floors at her Dad’s meat market, Perless Market” on the square in Galesburg.

Norma married John G. Bush on June 1, 1945 in a double ring ceremony with her cousin, Mary & Robert Peterson of Knoxville, IL.  John preceded her in death on May 8, 1998.

They moved to Monmouth in the early 50’s where they owned Bush Collection Agency for over 20 years.  While John was busy with the business, Norma prided herself in her home and their three children.  Her hobbies and interests were: Talking on the phone with friends, Writing letters, Playing Card, Traveling, Camping at Lake Warren, Playing Slot Machines and of course, Shopping.

Norma will be missed by her children, Jackie (Dan) Roten of Washington, IL, Donna (Howard Jr.) Scott and one son, Michael (Jackie) Bush both of Monmouth. Six grandchildren, Michael Boyd, Joel Cohen, Shawn (Tudne) Scott, Carissa (Andy) Scott Doyle, John (Stephanie) Bush and Seth Bush.  Five Step grandchildren, Tammy, Danny and Tina Roten, Kathleen (Ryan) Petri and Stephan Gonzales.  Seventeen Great Grandchildren and Three Great Great Grandchildren.

Norma was proceeded in death by her parents, husband and one daughter, Ruth Ann.

Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 16, 2015 at McGuire & Davies funeral Home and Crematory, Monmouth.  Burial will be in East Linwood cemetery, Galesburg.  Friends may call Friday morning where her family will be present from 10:00-11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers memorials can be left to Courtyard Estates of Monmouth. For more information or to leave an on-line condolence please visit, www.mcguireanddaviesfuneralhome.com. 734-6008.