Wazir M. Khan

Wazir Khan (Bush)
Was born on February 16th, 1961.
During his life he played many roles.
He was the son of Edan (Sister Milo) and Mohamed (Brother Milo).
He was the brother of Zally, Wallis, Farida and Fazir.
He was the husband of Urmella.
He was a dad to Fiona and Candace.
He was a father-in-law to Joey and Arvin.
He was Grandpa to Cameron, Cason, Andrew, Skylar and Paige.
He was a friend, mentor and father figure.
Bush was a remarkable person.

In 1978, he came to New York City to attend trade school. He stayed with family friends, Maria and Deo in Manhattan as well as Suresh, Chris, and family. While still going to school, he started working as a Petroleum Exchange Engineer aka Gas Attendant. Shortly after, he worked at Dragon Auto Repair in Manhattan, Penski and an auto shop in Great Neck. Finally, after acquiring years of experience and then being laid off, he started his own business, Archer Auto Service, in Jamaica, Queens. A business that had an impact on many lives. He was a pillar in the community and mentor to many young people to whom he offered opportunities.

Bush was blessed with a humble upbringing. This was expressed in his daily routine and everything he did. Like his parents, he was hard working, charitable and kind. Bush was known to give back tenfold, and he continuously assisted countless people, giving, and helping without the expectation of receiving something in return. He supported multiple charities and families overseas. He also supported families in need whether he knew them or not.

Bush lived a great life. He was one of a kind, always there for anyone, and lived unapologetically. Some qualities that define him are his unwavering kindness, compassion, empathy, generosity, and selflessness.

Bush was well respected and favored by many. He was a big sports fan, and this led to him starting his own Cricket team named Archer Cricket Club. He played this for years. He was incredibly competitive in sports.

Bush was an excellent chef and took pride in his cooking. He’s known as the “Food Man!” and enjoyed cooking for others. You knew when he was cooking because he always made enough for a village.

Bush met Urme when she was 17 years old, they married a year later in 1983. He loved his wife, daughters, and grandchildren. They are his pride and joy. Above all, Bush put his family first.

Bush is remembered for his unconditional love and compassion for not only his family, but for anyone who was blessed enough to know him. He was a wonderful person to all his family, friends, and employees.

Bush was the anchor and matriarch of the family. He will be greatly missed. Gone, never forgotten.


“Heroes get remembered, but legends never die”