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Paul Rushin Obituary
Born in Dunmore, he was the son of the late Harry and Mary Esasky Rushin. He was a graduate of Dunmore High School and served in the Navy during World War II in Guam. He was a member of St. Michael the Archangel Byzantine Catholic Church, Dunmore. Before retirement, he was employed by the DL&W Railroad and Conrail.
He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather who truly enjoyed spending time with his family and was an accomplished woodworker and sign-painter.
His family would like to thank the nurses and staff of the ICU at Regional Hospital of Scranton for all their dedicated care and compassion.
Also surviving are a son, George Rushin and wife, Julienne, Dunmore; three daughters, Christina Hollinger and fiancé, Richard, Shohola, Pike County; Paula Lalli, Waymart; and Lisa Stachnik and husband, Jack, Honesdale; eight grandchildren, David Lalli, Amy Mistishin, Sara Wharton, George Rushin Jr., Adam and Jesse Rushin and Michael and Paul Stachnik; five great-grandchildren, Jonathan, Aiden and Brendan Mistishin and Emma and Robert Lalli; a sister, Mary Bonaddio, Moscow; several nieces and nephews.
He also was preceded in death by a sister, Ann Novorosky, and four brothers, Michael, John, George and Harry Rushin.
The funeral will be Tuesday from the Carlucci-Golden-DeSantis Funeral Home Inc., 318 E. Drinker St., Dunmore, with Divine Liturgy at 10 a.m. in St. Michael the Archangel Byzantine Catholic Church. Interment, All Saints Cemetery, Hollisterville.
Friends may call Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. Parastas will be Monday at 7:30.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph's Center, 2010 Adams Ave., Scranton, 18509, or to St. Francis of Assisi Kitchen, 500 Penn Ave., Scranton, 18510. To offer an online condolence, visit www.DunmoreFuner alHome.com.
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Jim Finan
May 2, 2021
5/2/21
As a young yard clerk and yardmaster I had a slight fear of train dispatchers .. not fear really but a trepidation .. getting the car counts, destination block and most importantly the tonnage. Paul knew I was inexperienced but trying hard. As time went on you learn the quirks of the dispatchers and they of you.
Paul had no quirks .. straight up let's move trains.
The best feeling I had was one afternoon he called the yard for the rundowns. When I answered the phone .. he said .. Jim, I hope you are working this shift with me .. he said ok, lets have it .. I gave him the info and hung up. Made me feel good and as the years went by we were always glad to be teamed up. Just a nice guy, gentleman and mentor.
Rosanna Farina
May 13, 2011
Dear Aunt Agnes,
All my love and heart goes out to you. I only have such good memories of you and Uncle Paul, the good times I had staying at your house. The smell of Uncle Pauls pipe, his art work on the wall. Even the out-house. You gave me so many good memories I will always keep in my heart. I was very honored to have such a great man as my Uncle. My Thoughts and Prayers are with you always, Love Your Niece Rosanna
Kevin and Kim Sabia
May 11, 2011
George and Julie,
We were so sorry and shocked to hear about your father. He was a wonderful man and we will remember him fondly. Our thoughts are with you during this time of loss. We understand the hurt having gone through it recently.
Jim Finan
May 10, 2011
Paul was a great guy - father - brother and husband. I met him later on in his railroad career, but always a gentleman and a mentor to me and many many other 'young' railroaders. I'd see him occasionally around Dunmore and we would talk of the old days of DL&W and EL.
A big loss to friends and family.
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May 9, 2011
Sara, we are deeply sorry for the loss of your grandfather... he was a wonderful man, we're sure. Take care of yourself. Love, Doc and Ellen
Chet,Laura & Janelle Kozlowski
May 9, 2011
Sorry for your loss--our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family.
Don Jones
May 8, 2011
Paul was a true gentleman and a nicer person would be hard to find. He loved his family and the Lackawanna Railroad.. Paul and I talked about the DL whenever we met.. It is a great loss to his family and friends and to me.
Gail Barna
May 8, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
May 8, 2011
Sorry for your loss. Please accept my condolences. John Paul Loyko of Manassas Virginia. Previously lived in Dunmore.
Lisa Simrell
May 8, 2011
Sorry for your loss. Take comfort knowing the love of friends and family will carry you through your grief.
Sandra & John Johnson
May 8, 2011
Tina & Family.
Our hearts and Prayers are with you in this time of sorrow... God Bless
Pat Sullivan Runco
May 8, 2011
Please accept my condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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