Joseph H. Rush Sr.

Joseph H. Rush Sr., age 61, of Forward Twp., went home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 6, 2026. He died peacefully at home with his family after a brief battle with cancer. Joe was Catholic by faith. He worked his entire life in construction, from roofing to carpentry to painting. Joe enjoyed hunting, fishing and watching the Steelers. Born August 18, 1964 in Prince George, MD, was a son of Hilliard Rush and the late Judith Slowaitis. In addition to his father, he is survived by his stepfather, William Slowaitis and his loving sisters, Shirl and Joan. Joe was blessed with three successful children, Joseph Jr., Jessica and Westley, and six beautiful grandchildren; also, several nieces and nephews. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his grandmother, Margaret Hixenbaugh. No visitation or services are planned. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth.

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