Mr. Richard Leon Bush, of Dyersburg, passed away Tuesday, June 6, 2021 at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.  He was born July 26, 1949 to the late Leon & Nona Kate Bush in Dyersburg.  He served in the United States Air Force as a flight mechanic during the Viet Nam war.  He worked for the Dresser Company in Louisiana before returning to Dyersburg and working for Bekaert Inc. as a maintenance mechanic.  He was an accomplished woodworker and loved sharing his projects with family and friends.  He also was an avid pool player and loved sports.

He is survived by his son and daughter, Samuel Lewis Bush & Michelle Lee Bush, his former wife & devoted friend, Rachel Bush, all of Dyersburg, as well as several beloved cousins.

A Graveside Memorial Gathering will be announced and held at a later time, in Dyer County Memorial Gardens, where his parents rest.