Bernard Hadley Rushton
June 8, 1929 ~ October 1, 2017
Bernard (Bernie) Hadley Rushton, 88, of Mooresville, passed away October 1, 2017. He was born June 8, 1929 in Monrovia, Indiana. He was the fourth child of five of the late Harry Henley and Alice Elizabeth (Hadley) Rushton of Monrovia. He graduated from Monrovia High School in May 1948 and married Phyllis Jane (Smith) Rushton of Mooresville June 19, 1951. In his early years he worked at Indianapolis Stockyards and later owned Rushton Sunoco, Rushton Tire Center and Rushton Chrysler Plymouth in Mooresville. He retired from Daily Motors in Martinsville, and is a member of the Plainfield Christian Church.
He is a Korean Army Veteran and served 1951 -1953. His most significant duty assignment was when he was stationed in Hanau, Germany for 6 months in the 35th TT Co 38 Battalion
At one time, was a member of the Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Merchants Association, Lions and Optimist Clubs of Mooresville and served on the Board for the Mooresville Christian Academy. He has been a member of Mooresville Lodge #78, for 52 years and member of the
Scottish Rite.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Alice Rushton, three brothers, Robert Wendell, Raymond Eugene and Wayne Ellis Rushton, three nieces Patricia Louise (Rushton) Allen, Roberta Lee (Rushton) Miller, Kattie Sue (Rushton) Tucker, nephew Larry Wayne Rushton and son-in-law Phillip Anthony Rainbolt.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Phyllis Rushton, sister, Wilma Pine and sister-in-law Martha Rushton. Their children, Brian Rushton (Linda) of Camby, Brenda Hunt (John) of Mooresville, and Betsy Rainbolt of Newark, Ohio; grandchildren Jeremy (Kia) Rushton, Tiffany Rushton, Jessica Scalf, Lindsay (Dale) Luttrell, Courtney (Joe) Horgan, Stephanie (Joel) Houghton, Sarah (Brian) Gardner, Joe Hunt, Sam and Erin Rainbolt; and nine great grandchildren along with several nieces and nephews.
The times he treasured most were holidays, birthdays, school and sporting events of the grandchildren and anytime that brought family together. He leaves his loving memories to be cherished by all family members as his legacy.
The funeral service will begin at 10 a.m., Saturday, October 7, 2017, in the chapel at Carlisle-Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville, with calling there from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, October 6, 2017. The Masonic Memorial will be held at 7 p.m. Burial will be in the Mooresville Cemetery, Mooresville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Plainfield Christian Church or Alzheimer’s Association. Visit www.carlisebranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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Thoughts and prayers go out to the family
Brian, Brenda, and family. We are so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the memories of an amazing life well-lived.
Mark and Pat Strachan and family
Brian, One of the hardest times in life is when your parents pass on. I hope that every good memory comes to mind of ways that your father was a huge part of your life. Blessings and peace to you and your family. I’m so blessed to have met your parents. Love and peace, Bev
Bernie was always so much fun at our genealogy meetings as he patiently waited. I will miss his sweet smile and humorous comments. My thoughts and prayers are with Phyllis and the family.
Cindy Rutledge
Thoughts and Prayers to the family.
So sorry to hear of Bernie passing. I think about you all often and fondly. May he, and the family have peace. – Peggy Shirar
Brenda and Phyllis,
I will always remember your father for his gentle demeanor and loving, caring manner. When they were able, he and your mother sat behind us in church, and I enjoyed talking with them after services and catching up on what your girls were doing. It is my privilege and honor to be able to provide a dessert for the bereavement meal at PCC.
My prayer is that the Lord will heal the pain that you’re going through and bless you with the comfort that He’s always there for you.
With deepest sympathy,
Jonell Klay
Brian, Brenda and Betsy I am so sorry for your loss he was a very good man and example for other men to look up to Keith W