Charles J. Bush, age 87 of Massillon, passed away Sunday, March 18, 2018 at his home surrounded by his family.
He was born September 11, 1930, in Rosebud, West Virginia the son of the late Byron and Dora (Rogers) Bush.
Chuck retired from Republic Steel Corporation / LTV after 40 years of service.
He was a member of St. Barbara Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus 3rd degree #554.  He loved to fish and was a fabulous gardener.
Chuck is survived by his wife, Frances (Oberhauser) Bush; son, Timothy Bush; daughter, Karen (Terry) Cox; two sisters, Lillian (Boyd) Wilson, Lyal (Allan Ray) Baker; granddaughter, Alexia (Joseph) Thomas; great-granddaughter, Madeleine; and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one brother and five sisters.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, March 22, 2018 at St. Barbara Catholic Church, at 11 AM with Rev. Michael Seifert celebrant.
The family will receive friends an hour prior to the service from 10 am to 11 am at the church.
Burial to follow the service at Sunset Hills Memory Gardens in North Canton.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Barbara Catholic Church 2813 Lincoln Way N.W., Massillon, Ohio  44647 or Mercy Hospice, Mercy Development Foundation, 1320 Mercy Drive NW, Canton, OH 44708.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Kathleen and Tina for their care of Chuck.
Condolences to the family may be made at www.heitger.com
Heitger Funeral Home and Crematory 330-833-3248