Robert Earle Bush, Jr., known to many as just "Jack", was born September 14, 1938 in Little Rock, Arkansas, the son of the late Robert E. Bush, Sr. and Rose Bernier Bush. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Sheridan and proudly served in the United States Navy.

Haskell Dickinson of McGeorge Construction expressed gratitude for Jack's 40+ years of dedicated service. He recalled A+ effort every day, a splendid safety record despite the hazards of mining, managing a very diversified crew, and being a great developer of people. He also noted Jack's exceptional knowledge of their equipment capability greatly adding value in bidding and managing projects.

Jack thoroughly enjoyed the outdoors, whether coon hunting with his dogs or working his horses with the kids. The family shared fond memories of their PawPaw and he treated his non-biological children the same as his biological children. Eating grandmother Rose's peanut butter cookies with his baby brother put a smile on his face, and everyone remembered receiving cards with his sweet signature every birthday and Christmas. Jack didn't just congratulate his family for milestone events, he showed up to celebrate with you. Jack loved in his own unique and unmistakable way. He allowed his children to fail in order to grow, but faithfully provided a safety net. He was patient, steady, and consistent and you always knew what you were going to get, even if you weren't going to like it!

Mr. Bush died Sunday, November 9, 2025 at Presbyterian Village in Little Rock, at the age of 87.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wives, Virginia Bush, who was the mother of his children, and Wanda Bush; son, Robert "Bobby" Earle Bush, III; sister, Susie Braucksieker.

Survivors include his daughters, Susan Brown (Nick) of Little Rock, Mary Catherine Harcourt (Hollie) of Fayetteville; step-daughter, Sonja White (Mitch) of Cowetta, Oklahoma; brother, Bill Bush (Retha) of Little Rock; grandchildren, Bonnie (Samir) Boudieb, Chesley (Allison) Skipper, Nolan (Lori) Brown, Jaime (RJ) Skipper, Lana Brown, Amanda (Terry) Donaho, JC (Ilana) Harcourt, Chad (Tara) Harcourt, Braiden White, Karsyn White; 10 great grandchildren.  He is also survived by numerous other extended family members and many friends.

Visitation is 10 a.m. Friday, November 14, 2025 with memorial service to follow at 11 a.m. at Memorial Gardens Funeral Home Chapel in Sheridan. Chad Harcourt, Jack's grandson is officiating. Burial will be at Bethel Cemetery at the Ico Community.

Serving as Pallbearers: Hollie Henderson, Nick Brown, Gary Brewer, Paul Brewer, JC Harcourt, Nolan Brown, Ches Skipper, RJ Webber and Honorary Pallbearer, Braiden White.

Memorials may be made to the Presbyterian Village Foundation, 510 North Brookside Drive, Little Rock, Arkansas 72205 or to the charity or organization of your choice.   510