Born to the late Lester Bush and Audie Lee McKamie Bush in Hope, Arkansas on December 21, 1937, Paul was a man of few words, leaving behind a legacy of quiet strength and dignity. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Joan Bush, daughter, Deeanne Bush, and his parents.
Left to cherish his memory are Janet (Todd), Randy (Mary), Rhonda (Dalton), grandchildren and great-grandchildren Jennifer, Kristopher, Julie, Anthony, Lori (Brandon), Jillian (Molly), Krissy (Farrion), Rick, Paul (Cynthia), Blake (Brittany), Jim, Jonathan (Kaitlin), Aiden, Alona, Ava, Elise, Hunter, Isla, Johnny, Jude, Kaylee, Liam, Lori, McKenzie, Megan, Taylor, Via, Zoe, and great-great grandson Antonio.
A visitation will be held on February 12, 2026, starting at 9:00 am. A memorial service will follow at 10:00 am at the First Baptist Church of Waskom, located at 185 Colquitt St, Waskom, TX 75692.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the First Baptist Church Waskom. More information is available at https://fbcwaskom.org/.
The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the staff at The Glen, especially Zach, Brian and Debra for their care and compassion.
Paul will be remembered with respect and fondness by all who knew him.