Nancy L Bush

Nancy Lee Ciccone Bush, age 70, passed away in the company of her family on July 6th, 2017, in Chicago, Illinois. Nancy is survived by her husband of 48 years- Terry; her children- Ashley Bush, of Los Angeles California, Tyler Bush of Crown Point, Chad & Michelle Bush of Valparaiso; grandchildren- Stella, Sophia, and Gabriel; sister-Joyce (John) Fouse of Poland, OH; brother-Gary (Pam) Ciccone of Hopewell, PA. She is preceded in death by her parents -Blanche & George Ciccone, nephew- Nicholas Ciccone and her beloved granddaughter- Reilly. Nancy was born on June 18th, 1947 in Aliquippa Pennsylvania. She graduated from Hopewell High School in 1965, where she was Captain of the Cheerleaders and Homecoming Queen. She had a deep love for community and history; was an avid Pittsburgh Sports fan; loved to write, create events, and design interiors. She was a woman of deep faith, guided by a deep reservoir of spirituality. She was curious about life and its obstacles. She was a fiercely loyal friend. She moved with her family to Crown Point, IN with the Great Pittsburgh Steelworker Migration in 1985. Although she always referred to Western PA as “Home” she had an enormous impact on the Crown Point community, founding the Jr. Bulldog Cheerleaders, and The Football Moms Club. She worked with Crown Point Community School Corp as a title one reading tutor, and sponsored and designed the Homecoming Dance, Prom, and Grand March for many years. Her belief in the family was unending. Her simple motto of do “Good Stuff” was a refreshing voice in the world. Most recently she worked with her family to launch the Reilly C. Bush foundation, Lacosta Theater, and Rustedblue, in addition to publishing the Children’s book “Gary is a Fish” which she dedicated to her beloved Reilly. She will also be remembered by her friends and family on Facebook and for the countless words of encouragement and support she offered through eloquent posts of hope and comfort. She was the consummate Cheerleader for all that she loved, preferring to work behind the scenes while allowing others to take the focus. Friends may visit with Nancy’s family at Burns Funeral Home, 10101 Broadway, Crown Point from 2 pm to 8 pm on Monday, July 10th. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, July 11th at 10:00 am at St. Mary’s Church in Crown Point. Interment Maplewood Cemetery, Crown Point, IN. In lieu of flowers donations can be sent to the The Rheumatoid Patient Foundation @ hrheum4us.org. www.burnsfuneral.com

Nancy L Bush

June 18, 1947 - July 6, 2017