Gerald "Jerry" Bush, 77, of Elsberry, MO, passed away on October 26, 2021 at SSM- Hospital St. Charles, MO. He was born on June 29, 1944 in St. Charles, MO to Gerald and Doris Bush. Jerry attended the local schools along with his siblings, graduating from  St. Charles High School. He and Merry (Holt) were united in marriage on August 21, 1976 at the Ridgecrest Baptist Church in St. Charles, MO. Jerry was a utility worker at Boeing for over 37 years until his retirement. He was a valued employee who always went above and beyond when performing his work. Jerry's main passion was animals. He and Merry own a ranch where they have many horses, dogs and other animals. In his younger years, Jerry would show quarter horses.  He  enjoyed attending rodeos and car shows.  Jerry was a collector of cowboy boots and hats; he had a set for every occasion. Jerry was a devoted member of Cowboy Church and loved to attend. He was a loving husband, brother, uncle and friend to all  and never met a stranger. Jerry enjoyed meeting people and once he met them, they became his friends. Jerry will be sadly missed and long remembered by all those who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Merry Bush of Elsberry, siblings, Don and wife Sue Bush of Lee's Summit, MO, Sue Bush- Pettet and husband Ron Pettet of Washington, MO, many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Gerald and Doris Bush.

NOTE;      FAMILY  CONDUCTED Visitation, Memorial Service and Inurnment.

Visitation -   Saturday, October 30 , 2021  from 10 a.m.- 11 a.m. Cowboy Church Troy, MO

Memorial Service – also on Saturday, October 30, 2021 at 11 a.m. Cowboy Church Troy, MO Rev. Ron Pettet to officiate.

Inurnment- Troy City Cemetery Troy, MO

In lieu of flowers- memorials to Cowboy Church in c/o McCoy-Blossom Funeral Homes & Crematory 1304 Boone Street Troy, MO

Family and Friends may sign the online guest book @www.mccoyblossomfh.com