Scott Charles Rush

March 28, 1975 – December 29, 2017

Scott Charles Rush, born in Anaheim, California, has left the world a better place. He'll be remembered for his peaceful sense of being, his quiet yet poignant sense of humor, his loyal friendships, and immense personal integrity.

As a youth, Scott was a sharp boy who excelled at many things. He graduated Class of '93 from Palos Verdes Peninsula High School and from the University of California, Irvine, in 1998 majoring in Psychology. Always drawn to children, Scott found his calling at Rolling Hills Country Day School where he taught math, coached sports teams, and departs as the Head of Middle School. He loved his students and famously closed class with an assignment beyond arithmetic to "Be Good Humans".

His own humanity was a playful mix of compassion, kindness, humor, patience, and the ability to be fully present wherever he was. He was many people's best friend and most especially his wife's, Rachel Togut, whom he married August, 2016.

Scott accepted his GBM diagnosis with dignity, bravery, and a touch of humor. He will be missed deeply by his beloved wife, Rachel, his parents, Nancy Van Acker Beck, Charles and Jerri Rush, and Bob Beck, his in-laws, Cathie and Michael Togut, his grandmother, Betty Van Acker, his siblings, Ashley Beck and Amy Rush Conroy, nieces, nephews, extended family, friends, and every student that crossed his path. He was a blessed man, a gift to all of us, very loved, and we aim to "Be Good Humans" in his honor everyday moving forward.

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Published by Daily Breeze on Jan. 11, 2018.

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Tristan Kim

November 30, 2021

I never knew what Mr. Rush was truly like ever since I entered RHCDS. I've been attending the school for about 9 years now and this is my last year here. The most I knew about Mr. Rush was that he was an amazing teacher that taught everybody with passion. I would have loved to have Mr. Rush as a teacher and I feel he would've been someone I looked up to.

June 4, 2018

As you remember your love one, may your treasured memories continue to bring you peace, comfort, and strength to endure.

Karen

January 15, 2018

To the family and friends of Scott Charles Rush, please accept my condolences. May you find comfort knowing that those who died, God keeps them in his memory. At Psalms 116:15 they are precious in his eyes.

January 15, 2018

Mr. Rush was my son's math teacher during very difficult years for an adolescent boy. He bonded with my son over discussions about sports and March Madness teams -- and made him feel special and noticed. He has always held a special place in the hearts of my son and us parents. He was truly a great man. RIP Mr. Rush. And to your family: please know there are many just like us. We loved him.

January 14, 2018

I remember Scott as Mr. Rush, my 7th grade math teacher in 2007. He was the best-- he'd give me cool music recommendations and hang out with us at lunch. He also come to every one of my ballet performances, and I remember seeing his smiling face in the audience at countless Nutcracker performances. HE was truly one the kindest, warmest people I have ever encountered.

I think about him often, as I will continue to for a long, long time. Thinking of Mr. Rush and his family at this time. I am so grateful to have known him.

Annika Risberg

January 14, 2018

My best memory of Scott is when I had the great opportunity to live in his family in 1983. He and the whole family became a part of my life. I love you as my own family, and there's a hole in my heart today and forever. ❤

This time with you when I lived in your family will always be the best memory of you. You will always be in my hart. /Annika

Annika Risberg

January 14, 2018

So sorry to hear of the loss of your lovely son. Released now to the universal ocean of continuance he watches over all he loved from othe heavens. I send you love and the blessing of sweet remembrance.

January 14, 2018

I remember Scott as a beautiful blond curly headed boy when he was my pre-school student at Creative Frontiers In San Pedro.. He was a delightful child and I even had the privilege of babysitting for Scott and Amy when Nancy left town.

I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for you all.....

Angela Alex McConaughy

Laurence McNamara

January 13, 2018

I don't think I ever remember seeing Scott without his precious smile on his face...and when he was smiling, which was always, his whole body smiled...That smile will very much be met down here on earth but I know it's lighting up heaven! An earth angel who's gotten his wings!! Heaven gain! Loving thoughts and prayers to you Nancy, and Scott's entire family.

January 12, 2018

Dear Rachel,
We feel so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers. Fondest Regards, Bobbi & Mike McGinnis (Sarah's mom & dad.)

January 11, 2018

I will keep this amazing guy close to my heart. Love you forever Scott.
XO Paula Thomas

Camille Green

January 11, 2018

I am so very sorry for your family's loss. Love and sympathy to you all. XO

Cameron and Scott at our wedding

Ian Thomas

January 11, 2018

EVERYTIME I saw or thought of Scott I remember when my father offered him (I think) $5.00 (might have been $20.00) to eat a hot pepper when Scott was a teenager. So there Scott was, at our kitchen table eating the pepper and with every bite he looked like it was a bad deal getting worse...but he couldn't bring himself to tap out as there were at least a dozen eyes on him. He made it through the challenge and started drinking milk. Lots of milk. Too much milk... I'm not sure if he thought the money in his pocket was worth the trip hovering over the toilet on his knees, but he completed the task with a sweaty forehead and a mouth on fire!

Graham

January 11, 2018

My condolence goes to you and your family. Throw your burden on God because he cares for you.

Evon and Tim Jones

January 9, 2018

Scott's infectious smile, kind spirit and great sense of humor will live on in all who had the pleasure and honor of knowing him. God Bless you our precious Nancy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.

January 9, 2018

Gone to soon but never forgotten. Our loving Creator keep those who pass in his memory, because they are precious to him. Psalms 116:15
With sincere sympathy

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