John Joseph Bush (1871 - 1928)

Born 29 Jul 1871 in Windermere via Lochinvar NSW Australia

Husband of Mary J (Mooney) Bush — married 10 Aug 1899 in Branxton NSW Australia

Died 25 Sep 1928 at age 57 in Greta NSW Australia

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Biography

John was born about 1856.

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BIRTH BUSH JOHN 12725/1871 JOHN SUSAN MAITLAND

MARRIAGE 5510/1899 BUSH JOHN MOONEY MARY BRANXTON

DEATH BUSH JOHN J 15116/1928 JOHN SUSAN GRETA

MR. JOHN JOSEPH BUSH. The sudden death on 25th ultimo ing last of Mr. John Joseph Bush, of Dalwood-road, East Branxton, cast a gloom over the district. De ceased was one of the most popular men in the district, his kindly dis position and his big, warm heart having endeared him to one and all. His purse was ever open to all 'in need, and never a deserving case passed his notice. Born at Windermere in the Loch invar district iu 1871 deceased was in his 57th year. His father died when he was five years of age, his mother being left with a young fam ily to face the world. At an early age he was forced to battle his way in life, and for many years laboured under the guidance of the late Mr. J. C. Bendeich, at Woodville, Stan hope. In 1891 he entered the em ploy of the late Mr. Joseph Berciui, at Branxton, where he remained for 25 years. Later he commenced busi ness on his own account in East Branxton, where ho was subse quently joined by his only son. De ceased took a very keen interest iu siport, and in his youthful duys will bo remembered for his exploits on the football field. A keen debater, his heart was wrapped up In all matters appertaining to local govern ment and shire matters. As a citi zen, ho was never found wanting. As a trustee of the Branxton Park sinco Its inauguration, he always advocated anything that would be an improvement, also as a member of the local School of Arts commit tee. The funeral, which took place on Wednesday, was ono of tho largest aoen here for a long time, and was a silent tribute to the respect and esteem in which deceased was held. He was a faithful member of the local H.A.C.U. Society, beint ono of tho foundation members, and as a mark of respect the members, in full rogalla, formed a guard of honour at his late residence, and marched in front of the cortege, formed a fur ther guard as the remains wero car ried to St. Brigid's Church, whore Mass was celebrated by the Rev. J. ? P. Kelly, who also ofiiciated at the' graveside. Deceased is survived by' his wile, one son, John, and two daughters, Mary and Kathleen. There are also three brothers, William' (Murrurundi),- Percy (Gurlewis),' ' and Anthony (Marrickville), Two' sisters predeceased him. His step father. Mr. Harry Schweinberg, of Fix this textHamilton, Newcastle, is still living. His mother died some years a/go. There are also five step-sisters: Mrs. Gillies (Islington), Mrs. Leddon'; (Hamilton), Mrs. Low (Newcastle), Mrs. Taylor (Werris Creek), Mrs.' Host (Lakemba), and three step (North Sydney), Lottie, Harry (Woy Woy), and Daniel (Newcastle); — pur Branxton correspondent. Branxton Catholic Cemetery Bush John 25 Sep 1928 57y h/Mary; father