son of William F. Rust Sr. and Geneva (nee Long). Born 6/25/1930, passed away 12/3/23 peacefully in his sleep. Preceded in death by his wife of 66 years Nancy (nee Gott) and son William F. (Rusty) Rust lll. Survived by daughter Kathy (Mark) Meier, daughter in law Mary Rust, grandchildren Eric (Jennifer), Bob (Catriona) and Chris (Catie) Meier, Charlie (Chrissa), Katie and Nick Rust, great grandchildren Cameron, Cole, and Emma Meier. Bill and his high school sweetheart Nancy had so many happy adventures together with family and friends and were wonderful examples of how to live life to the fullest. He leaves us with many sweet memories and we'll miss him so much. He donated his body to UCMC Body Donation program for research. Visitation Thursday 12/7 at 5:30pm with memorial mass to follow at 6:00pm at St. Joseph Church 2470 Lorraine Ct., Crescent Springs Ky 41017. Donations can be sent to Roger Bacon High School 4320 Vine St Cinti. 45217 c/o Bill "Rusty" Rust scholarship fund or National Kidney Foundation 30 East 33rd St. New York, New York 10016-5337. Condolences at hodappfuneralhome.com
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