James Langston 'Bubba' Bushong, 87, of Crawfordsville, Indiana, passed away at his home with family on May 16, 2018.

Jim was born on March 6, 1931 in Metcalf County, Kentucky to Jesse and Mary (McCord) Bushong. On March 3, 1951 Jim married Eva (Crews) Bushong. After graduating from Summer Shade High School, Jim served his country as a Staff Sargent in the United States Air Force. Upon leaving the military, Jim worked for R.R. Donnelley & Sons in Crawfordsville for 38 years, retiring in 1993. He was a member of the American Legion and served as a Trustee for the B.P.O.E. Jim was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He enjoyed spending time with his family, relaxing at the lake, and following his beloved Red Sox and Indiana Hoosiers.

Surviving along with his wife Eva of 67 years are: children Karen Miller of Crawfordsville, Michael (Laura) Bushong of Greenwood, and Tim (Sharon) Bushong of Crawfordsville; eight grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren. Also surviving are brothers Wendell Bushong of Bemidji, MN and Roy (Rita) Bushong of Crawfordsville, and special care giver Mandie Wills of Crawfordsville. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Joyce Bushong.

Visitation will be Sunday, May 20 at Hunt and Son Funeral Home from 2pm to 5pm, with services at 11am on Monday May 21. Burial will be at the Indian Creek Cemetery.