Danny Lamar Bussey, Sr.

MSG (Retired) Danny Lamar Bussey, Sr., 78, of Columbus, GA, passed away peacefully at his home on August 24, 2025.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM, Tuesday, September 2, 2025, in the chapel of McMullen Funeral Home and Crematory. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home, 3874 Gentian Blvd, Columbus, GA 31907. Interment will follow at 12:30 p.m. at Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery with full military honors.

Danny was born on January 21, 1947, in Franklin, GA, to the late Jep Bussey and Mildred Crenshaw Bussey. He was drafted into the United States Army in 1966 and went on to build a distinguished 26-year career as a proud combat engineer. His service included one tour in Vietnam, one tour in Korea, and three tours in Germany, with most of his stateside duty spent at Fort Leonard Wood, MO.

Throughout his military career, Danny’s leadership and dedication earned him numerous commendations, including the Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medals, and the Drill Sergeant Identification Badge. In addition, he was awarded multiple other decorations, medals, badges, citations, and campaign ribbons recognizing his exemplary service to his country. Known for his steady leadership and commitment to his soldiers, he was a mentor, role model, and source of strength to many who served alongside him.

Following his retirement, Danny continued to live a life centered on service and family. He enjoyed spending time with his friends and fellowveterans. He especially loved the simple moments, whether working in the yard, spending time outdoors, or sitting with family and friends. Above all, he cherished his role as husband, father, grandfather, and brother, and he will forever be remembered for his humor, guidance, strength and unconditional love.

Danny’s legacy is one of courage, integrity, and devotion—values he instilled in those around him both in and out of uniform. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Dustin Bussey, and his sister, June Jackson.

He is survived by the love of his life, Edith Eileen Heffner Bussey of Columbus, GA; his children, Danny L. Bussey, Jr. (Tina) of Phenix City, AL, and Shannon Cohagan of Columbus, GA; his sisters, Brenda Botsford and Connie Cook (Sam), both of Franklin, GA, and Chyrel Jackson of Oviedo, FL. Danny also leaves behind his beloved grandsons, Brandon Bussey, Evan Bussey, Seth Bussey, Cody Merritt, and Christian Bussey, who will carry forward his legacy with pride.