Thomas Edsel Busick, 69, passed away on Saturday March 25, 2017 at his home surrounded by those he loved most after a short courageous battle with cancer. Tom was born in Lima, OH on April 19, 1947 and moved at a young age to Richmond, IN where he would graduate from Richmond High School in 1966. He earned his Bachelors Degree from Urbana University in Urbana, OH and went on to receive his Masters Degree from Indiana University. Tom married the love of his life Connie Matheny Busick in 1971 and they remained in Indianapolis where he taught Orientation & Mobility at the Indiana School for the Blind for 31 years before retiring in 2003. He left a lasting impression on many of his students who still kept in touch after his retirement. He was an active member of the Admiral’s R/C Model Boat Club, Cushman Club of American, the Vintage Motorbike Club, Vintage Japanese Motorbike Club, American Motorcycle Association, the NRA and a former member of the Indianapolis Corvette Club. Tom had a smile and laugh that you just couldn’t forget, and an uncanny ability to make friends wherever he went. He could often be found hitting up garage sales with his poodle sidekick Gunner. He was a true one-of-a-kind who enjoyed spending his time with his family, helping out his neighbors and collecting unusual and bizarre treasures. He leaves behind his wife of 45 years Connie Matheny Busick and two children – Abby Busick of Nashville, TN and Will Busick of Orlando, FL.
He is also survived by his mother Ella Busick of Indianapolis, sister Susan Busick of Richmond and sister-in-law Kim Cole of Miamisburg, OH and special friend Janet Gordon, and preceded in death by his father Edsel Busick.
Our family would like to invite everyone to a Celebration of Life that will be held at Indiana Funeral Care, Harry W. Moore Chapel, 8151 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis, IN 46250, on Sunday, April 2, 2017 with a short service beginning at 1pm, after which our family will receive guests until 4pm. In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation in Tom’s honor to St. Vincent Hospice 8402 Harcourt Road, Suite 210 Indianapolis, IN 46260. Please visit his online guestbook at www.indianafuneralcare.com
Kay and Bob Dull says
Connie, Abby, Will, and Ella, We are so sorry about Tom! His illness and all to soon loss of life is devistating to all. We will miss this guy and his FB posts of assorted antique finds and fun times. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Kay and Bob
Janice McMahon says
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please reach out to me if you need someone to talk to.
Cindy Hoffman says
Fond memories are what we have to remember Tom. His smile was so contagious. To Connie, Abby and Will I pray that the light of God’s face shines on you in the darkness of your grief. May the peace that comes from knowing God loves you and that He will take care of you keep you strong.
Barbara Bell says
Abby, please know how sorry I am for your loss. I hope the knowledge that your dad is now at painless peace is of some comfort. We are never truly gone as long as loved ones remember us. Praying those memories help your family during this time of grief.
Michela & Joseph Prestia says
Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May God give you the comfort and peace that you seek and may the soul of your loved one rest in peace.
Gail Wolfe says
Tom was always such a great guy to be around. One of Bob’s and my favorite quotes from Tom was at his house one time. We were looking at trains. Tom looked over at Bob and said everything he owned was for sale except his wife and kids….and they were negotiable!!!!! Though I haven’t seen him much, I have enjoyed his “adult antics” while on facebook!!!! His family is in our prayerful thoughts.
Lisa Dick says
My thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time. May God ease your grieving heart.
denna tala says
It is with sadness and heavy heart to hear of Tom’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
sherri hume says
connie iam so sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family god bless you
Jay and Marge Niemann says
I will miss Tom immensely. We were so much alike! We traded “junk” for decades. Both retired teachers too. He must have been greatly blessed by God to have had the patience to work with the blind for thirty-one years!
Take care of him Lord – He’s one of your best.
Jay Niemann
Lil (Busick) Heshley says
My deepest sympathy. I always enjoyed seeing Tom at the Busick Family reunions. He will missed.
Marilyn says
My late husband Philip Rowe was a good friend of Tom’s. Philip along with Pat Soja used to eat lunch with Tom every day when they taught at the Indiana school for the blind and visually impaired. I have heard many stories over the years about Tom . He was a unique and inspiring individual. I believe he was loved by all who knew him. May you be comforted with the peace that only God can bring to you at a time like this.
Veronica & Jimmy T says
Our deepest sympathies to you all. We send prayers and healing energies and we wish you all peace. Truly Veronica & Jimmy
Angie Wright says
Connie,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts.
Angie W
Douglas Wilson says
It is with a sad and heavy heart, that I offer my deepest condolences and humble prayers that God will ease your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Mrs. Busick
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Steve Loveall says
Sorry for your loss. Keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Pam (Martz) Hester says
Connie, My heart goes out to you and your family for your loss. Though we grieve when we lose someone we love, we have a multitude of great memories to keep us going. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Pam & Chuck