
Herbert Junior Bushong
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Herbert J. Bushong went to be with His Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, January 18, 2022, following a brief, yet courageous, battle with cancer. He passed at home surrounded by the love of his family and kisses from his wife, Carol. Herb was born in McArthur, Ohio to Herbert Isaac and Clara Bushong on April 23, 1947. He grew up in Ohio and graduated from Louisville High School in 1965. A lifetime learner, he took 1-2 classes at a time while working full-time to support his family. His persistence earned him an associate degree from Stark Technical College followed by a BS in Industrial Engineering from Kent State University in 1993. Herb met the love of his life, Carol, at church during their teenage years where they dated through high school and married on January 21, 1966. They have four sons, Herbert L., Charles "Chuck" who preceded him in death on January 5, 2022 (Lisa), Christopher (Angela), and Douglas (Dawn). In total Herb and Carol have 4 children, 6 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren. Herb has three brothers, Archie, Russell, Bill, and four sisters, Isabelle, Judy, Jennifer, and Susan, and many nieces and nephews. Herb retired as a Quality Control Engineer and Quality Manager after a 30-year career at Kaiser Aluminum (previously Winters Industries). Prior to then, he worked as a manager at Denny's restaurant and various other jobs. Herb enjoyed boating, fishing, tomato farming (which he loved to share with others), newspaper comics, sudoku puzzles, museums (he read every word), gospel music, science fiction, and visiting historical sites. As a licensed Amateur Radio operator, Herb was an active member of HAM Radio clubs for more than 4 decades. During Field Day, Herb would provide guidance, experience, and his delicious, fluffy omelets that only he could make. Herb was a true servant leader that always focused on what he could do to enrich the lives of others. He will be missed by all who knew him.

