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George Rush, Jr.
OXFORD- George Blackmore Rush, Jr., 87, of Samuels Court, died Saturday, December 5, 2020 at his home. Born in Aliquippa, PA on July 31, 1933, he was the son of the late Dr. George Blackmore Rush, Sr. and Cassie Federer Rush. George attended Grove City College and earned his MBA from the University of South Carolina. He was a Veteran of the United States Army. His vast professional experience in management of credit and collection personnel and sales, as well as consulting work about sales and treasury management, was gained through work with General Foods, Quaker Oats, Roses Stores, UAI Technology and Gateway Systems, Inc. Most recently he retired from WIZS where he was the general manager and newscaster. He was also a member of First Presbyterian Church Henderson where he formerly served as a deacon and elder.
A private memorial service will be held Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at First Presbyterian Church by Rev. Matthew Copple.
George is survive by his wife, Jane Negus Rush of the home; his daughter, Catherine Rush-Braswell and husband, Joseph of Durham; his son, George Warren Rush and wife, Linda of Henderson; a granddaughter, Kelly Twisdale, a grandson, Benjamin Rush; and a sister, Susan Bean and husband, David of Mason, OH.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church, PO Box 726, Henderson, NC 27536.
Date of Death: Saturday, December 5, 2020
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