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He was born in Van Buren, Ark., to the late Samuel Bartley Rush and the late Betty Hopper Rush.
Bart graduated from Central High School in Tulsa, Okla., and attended Oklahoma Baptist University in Shawnee, Okla.
Bart was a huge supporter of baseball, especially Stetson University in Deland, Fla. He had many friends around the world and was loved by all. His sense of humor was infectious and kept us all laughing. He will be dearly missed.
Bart is survived by his partner, Dr. Brian Smeal of Mullica Hill, N.J.; siblings, Gerri Zumbano, her husband George of West Chester, Sammie Holliman, her husband Bill of Herndon, Va., Nikki Nelson, her husband Ken of Jacksonville, Fla. and Billie Jones of Alma, Ark.; and is also survived by seven nieces and two nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to his memorial service at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 12, at the DellaVecchia, Reilly, Smith & Boyd Funeral Home Inc., 410 N. Church St., West Chester, 610-696-1181, www.DellaFH.com. Interment is private. Visitation will be held from 10 to 11 a.m, Saturday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to a mission initiated out of Men's Discipleship Study at First Presbyterian Church in West Chester and made payable to Trinity Church, Hopi Baseball Equipment Funds, P.O. Box 19, Hilton Head Island, SC 29938.
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Richard Lewis
March 7, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Vincent, Bart and Gumby!
Brian Smeal
March 3, 2011
We had gone to Adamstown in January to shop for antiques. Bart found Gumby in a shop and I asked my son, Vincent to pose with Bart. Vincent responded so well to him. He loved Bart. They really loved to watch sports together. Brian Smeal
Brian Smeal
March 3, 2011
Good Morning Bart!
I was on my way to the office today after the gym and having sat in heavy traffic on 295 South and at a stop light in Haddon Heights there was a car in front of me with Okalahoma plates! Ok, so, how many times have I ever been stopped and noticed Oklahoma plates? Never.
I love you Bart. I love you so much. Brian
Bob Perdick
March 2, 2011
Dear Bart, I am so sorry it took your passing for me to find out you were living back in the SE PA area. I still remember your beautiful voice singing "To Each His Dulcinea (To Every Man His Dream)" in MAN OF LA MANCHA at Barley Sheaf in 1987 - that's far too long to have not heard your voice in person. I know the heavenly choir has just gained an important member. You will be sorely missed. LYM
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Carroll Frantz
March 1, 2011
Gerri, Kristen, Whitney, Reagan - I was so very shocked and sad to hear the news of Bart's passing. I met Bart at Barley Sheaf Playhouse in Lionville too many years ago to count and we were good friends. Through him I met all of you (I babysat the girls, again, too many years ago to count!). We lost touch then reconnected several years ago when he was working in Exton. It was such a wonderful surprise to see him! He was just as warm and funny as ever and it was if no time had passed. His exuberant spirit will be missed. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Teasing Bart at a local diner!
Brian Smeal
March 1, 2011
Bart and I out to dinner at a local diner. I was teasing him. I took the picture b/c he was trying not to laugh. So typical of him and just makes me smile from ear to ear looking at his face. He really tried not to crack up. Brian Smeal
Central HS Class of '77 mini reunion for our Bart!
Chrystal Kelly
March 1, 2011
Oh Bart, after 30 yrs of not having you in our lives after high school, it was magical to have you in our world again. It was so good to celebrate your homecoming. You shall ever be a part of us. My heart hurts at the fact that you are no longer walking the earth. Our worlds are changed forever. However, all of heaven rejoiced at your homecoming! I love you with all that I am.
March 1, 2011
"Uncle Bart" I am going to miss you. You always made me smile. I wish I could have spent more time with you. I love you always and forever -Rob Vidler (Jacksonville, Florida)
March 1, 2011
Bart, you are the best brother anyone could ever have. I love and miss you so much.I will never forget all our fun laughing times and even all the times we cried together because one of us was hurting-but we always knew we had each other. Thank you for the best 52 years a sis could have. I love you. Billie
"Sam" Bush-Reeves
March 1, 2011
I was Senior and you were a Junior we went to prom together and were great friends. We reconnected after so many years and got to talk alot on the phone and visit when our teacher "Mr. Papa Teague pass away not to long ago. It was a great time and I will always cherish our friendship. The tenor section in heaven is better because of you! Thinking of you always.
March 1, 2011
Bart and I at our Valentine's Day pajama party. It was a wonderful event and wonderful evening. We were incredibly happy to be hosting our first party together. He made it so special. We are in vintage robes and the one I wore was Desi Arnaz's. Bart bought it in an auction. Brian Smeal
Lynette Woodward
March 1, 2011
Bart always had such a zest for life and tried to live his life to the fullest. My prayers are for you, your family and friends. I know how much you are missed.
Raegan Maychak
February 28, 2011
Thank you for the amazing, funny memories. You brought such joy to my life. I will miss your laughter, stories and loving heart. You will always be with me. I love you Uncle Bart.
Brian Smeal
February 28, 2011
Bart, you are the love of my life. You are now and will be forever in my heart. Brian
Jackie McCann-Robinson
February 28, 2011
Bart You will be missed by all! You had a unique personality and you made a lot of people laugh! I am thankful for all the memories. I know your journey to heaven will be amazing! My prayers to Bart's family at this difficult time. God Bless
Paula Scoggins
February 27, 2011
As you wrote in my Senior yearbook Bart, you were such a "neat-o" person, with a special "POWER" about you!! We shared that trait my friend. I will cherish all the laughs we had in high school and the musicals we participated in..so much fun!!! You will be missed by so many because of all those whose lives you have touched. Love and Peace my friend:)
Kristen Brown
February 27, 2011
Uncle Bart you will be missed by my family. I still cannot believe you are gone. Madison, Mackenzie and Drew loved you and I am so sad they will not grow up having you in their lives like I did. I am thankful for the many wonderful memories. Craig and I are so thankful we had one last Sunday brunch spent laughing and telling old stories with you. We love you Uncle Bart!
Randy Wyatt
February 26, 2011
Thanks for the laughter and the music. I hope that you have an amazing journey and hope you know how much you'll be missed.
Jamee Suarez-Howard
February 26, 2011
Bart will always be remembered and loved. We will all miss him. My prayers to his family during this difficult time.
Whitney Frizzell
February 26, 2011
i will always love and miss you and we will see each other again one day. You were so happy and open to everyone. you were such an amazing person and i am so lucky to have had such an amazing uncle that i am so proud of. I love you Uncle Bart.
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