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Vincent Rush Obituary
Vincent A. Rush III, of Leesport, passed away peacefully Nov. 3 at his home.
Born in Evergreen Park, Illinois, he was a son of Joyce Porter and the late Vincent A. Rush Jr.
Vince worked for over 25 years in the Berks County Communications (9-1-1) Center, starting as a dispatcher and most recently working as the Computer Aided Dispatch Administrator, and the county's Emergency Management Coordinator. Prior to that, he was a police officer for Topton and Kutztown Boroughs.
He was a Leesport borough councilman since 2005.
Mr. Rush enjoyed playing in several pool leagues in Berks County, and was a graduate of Penn State University.
He was a U.S. veteran, serving as captain in the Air Force Reserve.
Mother, Joyce Porter, of Prospect, KY; sisters, Deborah Peck, also of Prospect, and Patricia Rush of Brooklyn, NY; brothers, Patrick of Allentown and John of Breinigsville; three nieces, four nephews and one great-nephew.
Services: viewing from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 9 at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 1040 Flexer Ave., Allentown, followed by a service at 11:00 in the church. Committal at Grandview Cemetery Mausoleum.
Contributions to the Mid-Atlantic Air Museum of Reading, www.maam.org, in Vince's memory.
Arrangements are by Nicos C. Elias Funeral Home, Allentown.
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Valerie Whritenour
November 23, 2015
I didn't have the pleasure of knowing Vince, only hearing of him from Patty, but he obviously touched many lives.
Sending my deepest condolences to his entire family. Keep his memories close to help heal your hearts.
Heather & Todd Miller
November 9, 2015
Vincie had a kind heart and a great sense of humor. He will be missed! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of his family!
Leesport Borough
November 9, 2015
All of us at the Borough of Leesport Council will miss Vince. He contributed so much to our town and its government. He was always a friend and ready to serve in any way he was needed. He will be truly missed.
Leesport Borough Council
Kutztown Ambulance
November 9, 2015
There is a great emptiness left by Vince's passing, here at Kutztown Ambulance are certain that the strength of the love that we all share for Vince and each other will aid in getting through this difficult time.
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November 9, 2015
Patty, Debby, John and Pat, my thoughts and prayers will be with you on this difficult day. May you find comfort in each other and in your memories of Vincie. Bridget Booth
November 7, 2015
We do not know the footprints you made on our lives....until you walk away for the last time .........
November 7, 2015
Sorry for your loss.God is a refuge in distressing times like these. May you find comfort in HIM. Psalm 9:9
Tammy D Dispatcher 13
November 7, 2015
My deepest sympathy to Vince's family I have worked with Vince for about 14 years he always made you laugh or smile he will be missed greatly by many.
Tracey South
November 7, 2015
My cousin, Vinnie..such a good guy and unique humor. I love that about you. So sorry you left us too soon. So many people are blessed to have known you. My prayers for everyone who loves you to find some solace in memories of you. I know you left a permanent imprint on them all. Rest in peace , cuzz.
I love you
Julieann Hassler
November 7, 2015
To the family
I am deeply saddened by Vinnies passing , he was a long time friend of our family and a former teammate on our pool team shooting for Sinking Spring . We spent many of nights sharing good laughs and conversations . We knew him for over 25 years and he was a great man and humanitarian. I have some really good memories and will cherish them deeply . When my father in law passed away in March Vinnie made sure he took time off work to be there as he was very close to my father in law. You are going to be missed Vin . Rest easy buddy I am sure Bill is waiting with his pool stick in hand saying RACK EM <3
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