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Harold's surgical career spanned five decades. He served as Chief of Neurosurgery at Cooper, Our Lady of Lourdes, Underwood and Burlington Memorial Hospitals. He later established Neurosurgical Consultants of Cherry Hill, N.J. partnering later with several other neurosurgeons. He was first to introduce laser surgery at Cooper Hospital and he retired with Honorary Memberships at all four of the above hospitals.
Harold's dedication to his profession was only outweighed by his love and devotion to his wife of 63 years, Frances, and their seven children. Harold loved gardening, boating, fishing, skiing and golfing. He spent many years enjoying these activities at their home on Thompson Lake in Oxford, Maine.
Dr. Rushton was pre-deceased by his parents, sister and his daughter Jayne. He is survived by his wife, his brother, John, children David (Debra), Mark (Alla), Christopher (Andreza), Daniel (Sharon), Leslie (Barry), Nan, and son-in-law George. He proudly leaves behind eleven grandchildren, one great grandchild and seven nieces.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, January 21st, 9:30 to 11:00 A.M. at Christ The King Roman Catholic Church, 200 Windsor Avenue, Haddonfield with Mass of Christian Burial to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Arrangements by
KAIN-MURPHY FUNERAL SERVICES of Haddonfield, NJ.
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August 12, 2017
Simply the finest gentleman I ever knew in medicine,,,,RIP Harold.
Dr Edwin Wilson
Wellington, FL
Pop in his element in Oxford Maine on Lake Thompson. Ox, NMR
Nan Michelle "Peanut" Rushton
August 10, 2017
Nan Rushton
August 10, 2017
For the love of my Pop... I sure miss you. All my love now and forever, Nan
Robin Knook
July 7, 2017
As an Operating Room nurse at Memorial Hospital since 1980, I was privileged to have known and worked with Dr. Rushton. He was a great surgeon, kind and compassionate as well as a true gentleman to all his patients and their families and with all his interactions with the surgical staff. They don't make surgeons like him any more. It was my honor to have worked with him. My condolences to his family.
Robin RN
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February 1, 2017
Harold was one of the finest physicians, calming surgeons, and nicest men I ever knew. I was proud to know him and practice what used to be the art of medicine with him for my 40 years at Burlington County Memorial Hospital. Now, for a well earned rest - RIP Harold.
Dr Edwin Wilson
Wellington, FL
Paula Skutnick-Henley
January 21, 2017
To the family of Dr. Rushton - best wishes and peaceful memories.
Love, Paula
Gwen & Karl Tewold
January 20, 2017
Dear Mrs. Rushton and family,
I have so many fond memories of Dr. Rushton and your family from our Cherry Hill days and vacationing with you in Maine. You were wonderful neighbors as well as beloved friends to our parents Doris and Lou. Condolences for your loss and may you find peace and comfort in your beautiful memories of Dr. R. and your life together. Sending love and prayers. Gwen & Karl Tewold
Lisa Carroll Archambault
January 18, 2017
To Mrs. Rushton and all the Rushton family, My childhood memories are filled with many happy days spent with your family!
Eating dinner with all around your table, your father's jaguar, your mom making hamburger with eggs for Tilly while she was singing in your kitchen! Slumber parties with Jayne and many happy moments in your beautiful tudor home on Knolltop Lane! And the scar on my leg that your father stitched up so beautifully when I hit the stone wall at the end of Knolltop Lane riding bikes with Jayne. Our love goes out to all of you and our prayers are with you all. Lisa Carroll Archambault and all the Carroll Family.
January 17, 2017
Many good memories of Lake Thompson & waterskiing with Dr. Rushton & my Dad at the helm. They were so patient & enjoyed a good friendship. Love to dear Mrs.Rushton & family. An old babysitter from way back in Cherry Valley. XO Lois Kranzley.
Steven Kranzley
January 17, 2017
Condolences to Mrs. Rushton and all of the Rushton family. There are many good memories of Dr. Rushton that have been relived over and over and will continue to be. Just a few: the ringing of the bell that breakfast was ready and then our family showing up ready to eat, the rescue when our rented ski boat motor wouldn't start, and the many times being pulled out of the water on skis with Dr. R at the wheel. Thank you for the memories and good times ! The Kranzley Family, Steven and Stacie Kranzley.
Otto Gruenewald
January 16, 2017
Dr.Rushton ...a fine doctor and man...Rest in peace.
Leslie Rushton McNeil Cerf
January 16, 2017
Philip Carroll
January 16, 2017
Your family are in our hearts and prayers we are so sorry for your loss.
January 15, 2017
To Dr "R'
I will always remember the trips to Thompson lake as you and your family introduced me to Maine and the way life should be. I've been a Mainer ever since. You will be missed. Much love to all of the Rushtons. Barry (Harold) Clark
Maggie Panelli
January 15, 2017
Dr. Rushton saved my sister's life on Christmas Eve many years ago. We are forever grateful to him and to his family who shared him with those who were in need of his skills -- even on holidays. I am so sorry for your loss.
January 14, 2017
Dr. Rushton was a truly wonderful man. I will miss him dearly. Much love & peace to his lovely family. Jenn Power
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