Marines,
It is with great sadness that Marine Corps League member and Retired MGySgt Robert John Busby has passed away.
MGYSGT (Ret) Robert John Busby, age 76, of Columbus died peacefully at his residence on Saturday, August 18, 2018. A memorial service with military honors will be held on Tuesday, August 21, 2018 at 2:00pm in the Chapel of McMullen Funeral Home and Crematory, 3874 Gentian Blvd., Columbus, GA 31907 with Rev. Hang B. Lee officiating. A private committal will be held at a later date at Ft. Benning, Main Post Cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday, August 20, 2018 from 5:00 to 7:00pm at the funeral home. Mr. Busby was born November 7, 1941 in Denver, CO son of the late Robert John Busby, Sr. and Frances Arleta Canterbury Busby. He served 30 honorable years in the United States Marine Corps. and was a Vietnam Veteran. During his distinguished military career, he received numerous commendations and honors to include the Purple heart three times. He will be remembered as a patriot, loving husband and loyal friend. Survivors include his wife of 29 years, Insook Ra Busby, Columbus, GA and one brother, James Busby (Gerri) of Beaver Dam, WI; several nieces, nephews and friends also survive. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of MGYSGT (Ret) Robert James Busby please visit our Sympathy Store .
