John Angus Rushton
Died: April 5, 2020 | Place: Victoria Hospital, London
Obituary
RUSHTON, John Angus….
1922-2020
It is with great sadness that the family of John Rushton of London and formerly of Port Elgin, announces his passing on April 5th, 2020, in his 99th year.
John was the loving husband and best friend of Ruth (Black) Rushton for over 72 years! John and Ruth started to date each other when Ruth was in grade 8 (1937). They were engaged on February 14th, 1942 and married on June 14th, 1947.
John was the devoted and much loved father of Susan Schoen and her husband Bob of Grayslake, Illinois, USA and Cindy Stewart and her husband Paul of London. Papa, as he was known, will be sadly missed by his wonderful, loving grandchildren Matt Schoen, Maura Schoen, Charlie and Melissa Schoen, Kelly and Tommy Doyle, Jack Schoen and his dear, sweet great granddaughter Charlotte Ruth Schoen, all of the USA. John was predeceased by his “Favourite Canadian” grandson Jonathon Stewart (January 8th, 2020). John was also predeceased by his sister Freda Brubacher and brother-in-law Ralph of Elmira as well as his brother -in-law Duncan Black and sister-in-law Jane of Florida. John will be affectionately remembered by the Rushton, Brubacher, Black, McIntosh, and MacDonald extended families.
John was a Postal Worker on the Canadian National Railway and a Managing Auditor for Revenue Canada until his retirement in 1987. He was a faithful member of Wesley-Knox United Church where he was a Life Time Member of the Official Board and sat on the Board of Trustees. John loved the cottage in Port Elgin and spent many wonderful times with his family and good friends!
The Family would like to thank the wonderful staff of Chartwell Royalcliffe London for their wonderful care over the last 4 years. As well as the great team of Nurses and Doctors at LHSC Victoria Hospital London, for John’s care over the last 2 weeks!
Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. Donations to Wesley-Knox United Church Memorial Fund, 91 Askin Street London, ON N6C 1E7 would be greatly appreciated. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com
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Ruth, Cindy and Paul, Sue and Bob and family, our heartfelt condolences go to you. John was a true gentleman. I remember being invited to his final trustee meeting with brownies in hand, to celebrate his many years of service. As was his custom, he quietly thanked everyone and redirected the attention to anyone but him! We will miss his quiet presence
Ruth, Cindy & Paul, Sue & Bob & family.
Our sincere condolences on John’s passing, especially during this time when social distancing is preventing contact with loved ones. What a wonderful life for a man of few words and great humility. I think of many occasions at the house and cottage that bring a smile and good memories from youth group events. May your memories be a source of comfort in the days ahead. Virtual hugs to all.
To Ruth, Cindy and Paul, Susan and Bob and family: So sorry to hear the sad news of John’s passing. He was such a good man, and was always so proud of his family and eager to talk about his relatives and friends. Love Cousin Anne Goeden and Gary Usling
My dearest Ruth, Susie , Bob, Cindy, Paul and families. It was with such sadness that I learned of John’s passing. A true gentleman, full of grace as his dear beloved wife Ruth is. A man of integrity, grace and a deep and abiding faith. Qualities that are rare. The heartbreak of not being able to be with loved ones at this time, makes it even harder to bear. John Indeed lived a long full life and together with his dear Ruthie by his side, brought love and joy to so many people. John was a true example what a loving, dedicated, husband father and grandfather should be. John was one of a kind and will be dearly missed by so many. May the Grace of God surround you and give you strength and peace in the days and weeks ahead.
Dear Ruth. I am so sorry to hear you have lost your beloved husband of so many years. It is so rare to see couples share a true lifetime together, a true blessing. Please know so many of us are with you in thought and prayer. Roxanne Emery
To Ruth, Cindy and Paul, Sue and Bob and family…. so sorry for your loss. John always had an endearing smile, a twinkle in his eye and a warm handshake….a true gentleman. He will be missed by many.
Love Julie and Keegan Smith xo
The epitome and class, dignity and character. Blessed to have know him and to be related. The Rushton Reunion won’t be the same, but will no doubt carry on, as he would have wanted it. A wee dram will be raised in his honour.
Ruth, Cindy & Paul:
Our heartfelt thoughts & prayers are with all of you as your faith again is challenged with John’s passing. Keep strong and we assure you that many, many of your Dad’s friends are sharing your grief.
Hugs – Shirley & Ross
Ruth, Cindy and Paul, Sue and Bob and family. Words cannot express the sadness we feel with John’s death. The one thing that brings comfort is that he is with Jonathan. We are holding all of you close to our hearts, praying for strength for you in the days ahead, the days that have been made so much more difficult with Covid 19. Lots of hugs coming your way when it is over.
Ruth and family, It was so sad of the passing of John. Always great to see John, Ruth & family at the picnics but in the last few yrs we missed them. Always a treat talking with John about family history, farming and life in general. John will be sadly missed by who knew him.
Dear Ruth, Cindy and Paul:
We want to express our sympathies in the loss of your husband and father. John had the opportunity to get to know him through the monthly W-K lunches, and respected him and enjoyed his company. We also drove Ruth and John to church a few times until it was decided that we should pick up passengers from the west end of the city. We were so pleased to read about the life-long love of John and Ruth. He was a fine man, and we know he will be missed.
Dear Ruth, Cindy and Paul, Susan and family. We were so saddened to hear about John’s passing. Our parents had such good times together playing euchre every month for so many years. I always remember John and my dad working so hard for the church, and spending many hours in deep conversation and friendship. Dad considered him a true friend. Both John and Ruth were the kindest people we knew, always there first to lend a helping hand or offer their support. You will miss him terribly. God bless you and carry you through this terrible time.
Dear Ruth and family,
Our paths crossed in 1972 at the Middlesex London Health Unit and I am grateful. You and John opened your home to staff time and time again serving your famous chicken casserole; made and delivered homemade chocolate Easter eggs and thousands of pies in sleet and over icing driveways. Thank you for being in my life all these many years bringing your kindness and generosity literally to my doorstep year after year. My sympathy to you Ruth and your family in the loss of John and in the too recent loss of his favourite Canadian grandson, Jonathon Stewart.
Thoughts and prayers,
Nancy Bol
Dear Ruth, Cindy and Paul, Susan and family. John was a very special man and very much a gentlemen. We shall all miss him very very much .
From Betty Alexander to Ruth, Susan, Cindy and family i have know John and Ruth since the early 1950s when i was 12 years old living on Highview Avenue. I moved to Edmonton Alberta in 1981 almost 40 years ago. We continued our friendship with visits, cards and memories of living on Highview and being neighbours. I will miss those talks with john very much. Hope to visit with you Ruth in the near future. Our sincere sympathy Betty, Steven, Kevin and Mark Alexander ”
My deepest condolences Ruth on the loss of your husband John. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I was John’s Stylist from Rosecliff retirement home. I am saddened to hear this. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
We extend our deepest condolences to Ruth and family.
Darry always valued John’s friendship very much, and Kate and I have also appreciated his friendliness in recent years.
Our thoughts are very much with you at this sad time,
Jean and Kate Keating
Dear Ruth, Sue and Bob, Cindy and Paul, and families, I just saw the notice today in last week’s Port Elgin paper. John was such a wonderful man. You must have a wealth of lovely memories. Please know that we are thinking of you. Mom and Dad (Ruth and Bill) will have welcomed him. Love from Anne and Peter Little