Obituaries

On Thursday, February 21, 2019, in Kelowna, BC, Gerald Walter Rushton, loving husband and father of three children passed away at the age of 89. Gerald was born on May 22, 1929 in Melita, MB to Horace and Augustine Rushton. Gerry earned his journeyman printers designation and worked for the Kenora Miner & News and later at the Calgary Herald until his retirement in 1991. On June 2, 1951 he married the love of his life, Rose. They raised one son, Michael (Karen)and two daughters, Carol (Jim)and Roberta (Marc).
Gerry will also be fondly remembered by his seven grandchildren, Jennifer, Kurtis, Joanne, Richard, Michelle, Troy and Victoria and six great grandchildren, Kenorrah, Hector, Shea, Rory, Hudson and Brooke and his beloved nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his dad Horace, mother Augustine, brother Robert and sister Marie. Gerry was a loving father, husband, grandfather and great grandfather. He always had a cheerful disposition, great story and was a friend to everyone.

Gerry loved to visit Kenora, ON where he and Rose met and raised their family. He enjoyed being outdoors, boating and fishing and spending time with his children and grandchildren whenever he could. Gerry was strong of faith and always believed that saying a little prayer could go a long way.

A celebration of life will take place on Saturday, April 20, 2019 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm in the clubhouse at Monticello, 3890 Brown Road, West Kelowna, BC, time to be announced (check this page for an update). In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, www.heartandstroke.ca. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com.

• Feb 28, 2019
  We were Gerry's barbers for many years and always enjoyed his company. It wasn't long ago Gerry was in the shop for a haircut. Gerry was able to follow me from Razorbacks to Westside Hair co. and lastly to Tapers Barbershop where I now work. In our discussions at the shop he always talked about his love of family and his wonderful wife Rose. Our hearts go out to Rose and his entire family.
  
  Andy and Jack the barbers.
• Feb 28, 2019
  My thoughts are with Gerry's family at this difficult time. Roberta and I have been friends for almost 40 years and during that time, her parents Gerry and Rose have extended a unique and heartfelt warmth and grace to me and my family. He was always cheerful, yet well informed - nobody's fool. I have felt his acceptance and genuine interest in my life, as I'm sure everyone else who had the pleasure of spending time with him did. Your passing is a great loss for this world, Gerry.
  
  Christy

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