VFBJ Red “Virgil Frank Bush Jr.”, 79, of Winfield, Kansas, passed away Saturday morning, October 24, 2026, at the Kansas Veterans Home.

Born December 27, 1946, in Greene County, Missouri, he was the son of Virgil F., Sr., and Betty Jean (Morton) Bush. He was raised and received his education in Wichita, Kansas, attending Southeast High School, graduating in 1964.

After high school, he joined the United States Army and proudly served in South Korea, Panama, Germany, and Hawaii. After over 20 years of service, Frank retired from the Army, receiving an honorable discharge. Following his military service, he attended Wichita State University where he earned a Bachelor degree. He then went to work in Aircraft Certifications for Learjet Bombardier.

He was a member of the Baptist Church and the Boy Scouts of America. He loved to travel, especially to the Philippines.

He is survived by his step mother Nancy Bush of Lindsborg; his brothers, Randy Bush and wife, Alta of Rose Hill; Kelly Bush and wife, Dawn of Assaria; his step brother Kenny Bush and wife, Ann of Solomon; his step sister Denise McCarty and husband, DJ of Rifle, CO; his half sister Stacie Robinson of Chicago, IL; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Graveside services with Military Committal Honors will be held at 3:00 PM, Monday, November 9, 2026, at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery under the direction of Miles Funeral Service.