Obituary of Kenneth Bush

Kenneth E. “Scott” Bush Age 91 of Elmira, NY. He was born May 10, 1930 in Elmira, the son of the late Earl E. and Myrtle (May) Bush, and passed away Monday, March 14, 2022 at home. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his son-in-law Jerry Miller. Kenneth is survived by his wife of 71 years, Virginia (Watts) Bush; children Ann (Warren) Wood of Himrod, NY, Betsy Miller of Pine City, NY, Jim (Meg) Bush and Scott (Lisa) Bush of Elmira, NY, Carl (Rochelle) Bush of Breesport, NY, and Cindy (David) Nagy of Millerton, PA along with 21 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives. Kenneth was a lifetime dairy farmer, and was an active member of the agriculture community. Serving on several boards including CC Holstein Club, CC Agriculture Society, Farm Land Protection and CC Farm Bureau, both at the local and state levels. Ken also served his community as being one of the founding members of the East Hill Volunteer Fire Department, was active on the board of the CC Soil and Water Conservation for 40 years. Ken also served his community as a CC Legislator for 8 years and an Elmira Town board member for 22 years. Despite all his achievements, if you asked Ken what his greatest accomplishment was, it was undoubtedly the bond and memories he created with his family and friends. Ken will always be loved and missed by those fortunate to have shared their lives with his. Family and friends are invited to visit the Breesport Baptist Church, 1811 N Chemung Road, in Breesport, NY 14816 on Friday, March 18th 2022 from 11 am to 1 pm and 4 pm to 6 pm. His funeral service will be held there at 6 pm, Pastor Doug Forman officiating. He will be laid to rest in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, in Elmira, at a later date. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may donate in Kenneth’s name to the East Hill VFD, 266 Jerusalem Hill Road, Elmira, NY 14901, or Breesport Baptist Church, 1811 N Chemung Road, in Breesport, NY 14816 or plant a tree online through the funeral home.