James "Jimmy" Lee Busick

James “Jimmy” Lee Busick, 84, passed away March 25, 2025, at home in Paoli, Indiana.  He was born on September 17, 1940, to Willy and Nellie Longest Busick in Paoli, Indiana.  He married Rosa Lee Parks on October 16, 1970, and she preceded him.

He was preceded in death by:

Parents

Wife

Brothers: Edward Busick, Paul Busick, Carl Brinson, Bill Brinson, Bobby Busick

Sisters: Leona Brinson, Helen Bundy, Marie Hardin, Jobettye Kirby

1 Grandson: Gary Eugene Dearborn

2 Great-Grandsons: Kamden and Jacob

James was a member of the French Lick Wesleyan Church and a former member of the Jaycees.

He worked at Child Craft in Salem, IN until he retired.

James enjoyed spending time with his family, friends, and former classmates.

Hobbies that he enjoyed include watching basketball, fishing, gardening, and bowling.

Surviving James:

2 Sons:

Brian (Loretta) Busick                                     French Lick, IN

Gary (Donna) Dearborn                                 Paoli, IN

3 Daughters:

Sheila Hankins                                                   Orleans, IN

Terri Lea Busick                                                 Paoli, IN

Diane (Johnny) Fancher                                 Paoli, IN

14 Grandchildren

26 Great-Grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Dillman-Scott Funeral Home, 226 West Campbell St, Paoli, IN 47454.

Visitation will be held from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Friday, March 28, 2025, at Dillman-Scott Funeral Home.

Interment at Paoli Community Cemetery immediately following funeral service.

Online condolences can be made at dillmanscottfuneralhome.com