Barbara Bobbi Kolby

Francis Bialecki

Don Weber posted on "Class of 66" website that teacher and coach Jerry Bushong passed away on Dec 23rd in Lakeland Florida at the age of 84. 

Personally I never had him as a teacher but I know some of you did and some also had him as a coach.

There is a Guest Book accessible on The Lakeland Ledger obituary webpage.

Prayers got out to his family.

G M

Mr. Jared Lee Bushong, age 84 a resident of Lakeland went to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 23, 2021 surrounded by his family. Mr. Bushong was born September 11, 1937 in Toledo, Ohio to Claude and Ardyth Rae (Jackson) Bushong. He and his wife have been residents of the area since 2004 coming from Ohio & Michigan. After graduating from high school Jared continued his education at University of Michigan earning his Master’s degree (1960) in Education and then earning his Specialty Education degree in Mathematics from the University of Toledo. He was a retired high school Math Teacher, member of the Toledo Teacher’s Union, an Alumni of the University of Michigan, where he also played football for 4 years and a member of the Torch Club of Toledo. Jared was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Auburndale where he was on the Board of Trustee’s and was an avid volunteer for the Red Bird Mission Group. He enjoyed golf, watching sports on TV and spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother – Reid. Jared is survived by his loving & devoted family, wife of 33 years – Linda Bushong of Lakeland, FL.; son – Jeffrey (Stephanie) Bushong of Nashville, TN.; 5 daughters – Jerilyn (Christopher) Mapes of Chagrin Falls, OH., Jana (David) Czopek of Northville, MI., Jennifer (Brian) Henderson of Gibsonburg, OH., Jennifer Wilson of Toledo, OH. and Kelly (David) Brown of Auburndale, FL.; 14 grandchildren – Ben, Alex, Hannah, Emma, Olivia, Jack, Madelyn, Andrew, Jacob, Emily, Austin, Kate, Peyton & Paige and 4 great grandchildren – Audrey, Warren, Daniel & Ada. A celebration of Mr. Bushong’s life will be held at a later date. Arrangements By: Kersey Funeral Home.

Jackie Hanna (Link)

Thanks for the update Frank. I had Mr. Bushong for my 1st semester freshman year for Algebra. Then our class was disbanded, and I had Mr. Kroggel.

Marcia Kelso (Wilkinson)

I'm sorry to hear of Mr. Bushong's passing.  I had him freshman year for Basic Math.  Kris Kersey and I were the thorns in his side in that class, and we had a lot of fun with him.  He was a real sport and very patient.  If I'm not mistaken his wife at the time taught at Start too.  May he rest in peace.

Pam Galbraith (Hudson)

I had Mr. Bushong for applied math and algebra. He was absolutely my FAVORITE teacher at Start. When I started my teaching career, we ran into one another as his daughter, Jerilyn, went to the grade school that I was teaching in. My husband,Ron, became acquainted with Mr. B at Libbey High School where Ron taught. Mr. Bushong was in some type of disciplinary position there.  As I said he was my FAVORITE, and it is sad to know that he has passed on.

Gary Johnson

So sad to hear of his passing. I had him for freshman algabra and homeroom. He was one of my favorite teachers, too. 

John Lipski

Mr. Bushong was my freshman algebra and homeroom teacher. Also had the late Mr. Hower for 8:00 English. Between the two, a great way to begin the high school experience. Rest in peace Mr. B. and Mr. H.

Janis Fought (Brown)

I was in that same home room and algebra class. He was my favorite teacher too. 

Manuel Chambers

Great man I had him for last hour study hall. He gave me one of the hardest walks I ever got.

Manuel Chambers

Wacks

Greg Holewinski

He definitely could put the hurt on you.

Patrick Gilbert

Never had him as a teacher but he was brutal giving out the racks.. 

Kent Gardam

Elizabeth Bachman (Bachman)

Fond memories of that algebra class. Remember Karen Senn and I getting into trouble for talking. I think he calked us Senn and Bachman. Didn't know he played for Michigan. Go Blue Mr. B. 

Barbara Bobbi Kolby

Dale Benington

John J. P. Smith

Thanks to all for the birthday wishes!  By my reckoning, golf season is less than three months away!  JP

Pam Galbraith (Hudson)

Happy Healthy Birthday, Mike Nutting...enjoy your day!!!!

Gary Johnson

Happy Birthday to Lon Mitchell! Have a great day. 

London Mitchell

I want to thank you for all the birthday greetings. This week I enter full retirement mode. It's going to take some getting used to...

Rick Boyd

Happy bday London 

Manuel Chambers

Happy Birthday London. Congratulations on retirement. I've been retired a while, and I bet you figure it out quickly. You can get up and do whatever it is you want to do. As long as you check with your wife and it's what she wants to do. Simple

Janis Fought (Brown)

I need some help so thought I would reach out to you all for some advice. There are a few small projects inside my house that can be done now and some additional outside projects that would wait until spring. Do any of you use a handyman/woman who is reliable and fairly priced? I would like to find someone that does small projects for a living rather than a general contractor who would try to fit in small projects. Would need to be in Toledo area. (I am in Rossford.) Any referrals appreciated!

Patrick Gilbert

Happy lunar New Year or Gune Hee Fat Choi! It's the year of the Tiger which just happens to be all of our year who were born in 1950. Have a great year Spartans!