Louise Eleanor Bush's Obituary
Louise Eleanor Bush, known to her loved ones as “Lou” or “Sis”, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2023, at the age of 80 in Mandeville, Louisiana. She was born on February 18, 1943, in Dover, Delaware, to the late Gladys and Frederick “Fred” McGinnis. Louise was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Henry “Freddie” Bush, their son Scotton “Scott” Short, her parents, her brother, Frederick "Ted" McGinnis and her mother and father-in-law Henry “Buddy” Bush and Elizabeth “Lib” Bush.
Louise was a warm and loving individual who was extremely family-oriented. She cherished her relationships and leaves behind a legacy of love and care. She is survived by her son Steve Duncan of Mandeville, Louisiana, his wife Lisa, and their son, Riley. In addition, she is survived by her son Gregory Bush of Covington, Louisiana, his wife Cheryl, their son Hayden Avera, his wife Elizabeth, and their sons, Miles and Ryan. Louise is also survived by her daughter Melissa Carr of Jacksonville, Florida, her husband John, and their son, Joshua Hodges. She is further survived by her brother Robert “Bob” McGinnis of Clayton, Delaware, his wife Patricia, their daughter Trisha McGinnis, her son Rawley and her sister-in-law, Constance “Connie” Luff of Dover, Delaware.
Louise was a graduate of Caesar Rodney High School, Class of 1961, and went on to dedicate her life to being a homemaker. She found joy in creating and was particularly fond of crafting, toll painting, and decorating. Her creativity and attention to detail were evident in all her projects.
Memorial services to celebrate Louise's life will be held in the spring of 2024 in Smyrna, Delaware. The exact date will be announced after the holidays. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that contributions be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, https://www.stjude.org/give/memorials-and-dedications.html, a cause that was close to Louise's heart.
Arrangements are being made at the EJ Fielding Funeral Home in Covington, Louisiana and the Faries Funeral Home in Smyrna, Delaware. For further information, please contact the funeral homes directly.
Louise Eleanor Bush will be deeply missed by her family and friends, but her memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
What’s your fondest memory of Louise?
What’s a lesson you learned from Louise?
Share a story where Louise's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Louise you’ll never forget.
How did Louise make you smile?