Julia A. Bush, 77 of Kansas City, MO passed away Sunday, February 5, 2012 at her residence. Cremation is planned and a private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Julia was born August 12, 1934 in Correctionville, IA to Charles and Dorothy (Watson) Van Vickle. She had worked as an assembler for PMI Food Equipment from 1964 until her retirement in 1996. She enjoyed quilting, sewing and spending time with her family. She was married to Monty M. Bush on July 1, 1968; he preceded her in death in 1998. She is survived by her 4 children, David Eugene Wright of Kansas City, MO, Gerald Lee Wright of Merriam, KS, Paula Diane Benedict of Kansas City, MO and Debra Sue Hunsaker and husband Rickey of Kingston, MO; 6 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 4 brothers and 2 sisters.