Rush, William Elmer

  • Monday, August 31, 2015

William Elmer Rush, 66, of Chattanooga, passed away Sunday, August 30, 2015.  

He was preceded in death by his parents, James & Crettie Lou Rush; and sister, Peggy Rush.  

Mr. Rush was a United States Army Veteran and retired Truck Driver, he was a member of the American Legion Post 51. 

He is survived by his children, William Rush of Chattanooga, Bryan Rush of Whitwell, Jason Rush McCord of Sequatchie and Gary Lawly of South Pittsburg; sisters, Maggie Rush, Patricia Harker and Virginia Rush; brother, James Rush; and seven grandchildren, Jennifer, Abagail, William, Kamron, Charity, Amber, & Gary. 

Family will have a private memorial service at a later date. 

Share memories and photos at www.whitwellmemorialfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are by Whitwell Memorial Funeral Home.

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