Charles Robert “Bob” Rush, 86, of Powhatan Point, Ohio passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 7, 2023.
He was born April 25, 1937 in Beallsville, Ohio, a son of the late Jesse and Ruth (Darby) Rush.
Bob was a retired employee of North American Coal and of Knights Machinery. He was a former Mayor and Councilman of Powhatan Point and was a member of the Powhatan Moriah Lodge #105. He loved fishing, hunting and anything outdoors.
Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Julia (Peters) Rush. They were married for 56 wonderful years.
Surviving are his four children, Dan (Kiz) Rush, Deb (Greg) Richardson, Denise (Buck) Mattone, all of Powhatan Point, Ohio and Doug Rush of Milton, Kentucky; a granddaughter, Zoe (Tristan) Bruce of Virginia Beach, Virginia; a sister, Eleanor Jean McCoy of Canton, Ohio and a brother, Jesse Rush of Powhatan Point, Ohio.
Private arrangements are at the convenience of the family and have been entrusted to Bauknecht-Altmeyer Funeral Homes & Crematory 186 Main Street, Powhatan Point, Ohio 43942.
Fly high with the angels Pap…..Love you kiz
Words can’t describe how much I love and miss you, Dad. You are, and always will be, my very best friend.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Even though I never had the privilege of meeting your dad, I did hear many stories of what an amazing and funny man he was. May the fond memories stay in your hearts and minds and comfort you, always.
Denise, Debbie, dan and Doug how sad we are to hear of this news. When grandma (phyllis) and pap (mark) passed we knew how bad he wanted to come to their funeral but was unable too due to his health but now him and your mom are reunited with grandma and pap, having the time of their lives in heaven a reunion we wish we could see! A beloved neighbor of our family for so many years he truly will be missed. We always looked for him to sneak that arm out and get the mail to know he was okay. praying God brings you peace during this difficult time. Let us know if you need anything at all
Sending love & prayers
Paige, Michael, & Vance Knight
Kelly & JR Harter
So very sad to hear if Bob’s passing. He was a wonderful person. Sending love and sympathy to the family.
He will be missed, Everytime he would come outside I would say Hi,Mr .Rush. he would look over flap his hand up and keep moving along. He let the kids play on his property which they loved. I am so sorry for your loss.
Love and miss you Dad.