Norma R. Rush
Norma R. Rush Norma R. Rush, 84, of Quincy died Tuesday, August 5th in Bradford Villa. Norma was born March 17, 1941, in Quincy, the 9th of 10 children born to Lloyd Bryan and Hellen Vera (Boles) Douglas. She married Paul Rush October 15, 1960, in Madison Park Christian Church. They celebrated 62 years of marriage before his passing March 17,2023.
Norma was a 1959 graduate of Quincy High. Norma worked for QPS in Washington School cafeteria as a cook. She later worked at QJHS cafeteria and retired from the school system after 29 years.
She is survived by her three children, Steven (Diana) Rush of Fowler, Christina (Mike Childress) Hays, and Curtis (Lori) Rush of Quincy. Grandchildren, Jared Rush, Rachel (Jack) Gamache, Darren (Freydell) Hays, Carra (Alex) Brown, Amanda Rush, Marc (Lindsey) Rush, Becca (Quinten) Frankel, and Hope (Kenton) Parsons; ten great grandchildren, Quinn, Mack & Cal Gamache, Violet Hays, Leah, Harper, and Ada Brown, Braiden & Ryker Thomas, Walker & Halle Rush, Charlie Parsons & 1 on the way in January. She is also survived by several brother & sister in-laws, nieces, and nephews.
Norma was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and siblings; Bryan, Willis, Donald, Gerald, Milton, and Delbert Douglas, Betty Foley, Patsy Groce, and Virgina Hess.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 12:00 Noon in the Duker & Haugh Funeral Home. Interment in Quincy Memorial Park. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 10:00 AM until the time of the services at noon. Memorials are suggested to Madison Park Christian Church or Blessing Hospice. The Duker & Haugh Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Norma ,
She was like a second mom to the kids in the neighborhood. Everyone love her. At Washington School she would always give us seconds. Loved her dearly. May her rest in peace. And sorry for your loss. She will be greatly missed. Dennis W.
Very sorry to hear of Norma’s passing. She was good friends with my Aunt Lolly Hultz. It’s been years since I’ve seen her but the last time I did we had a great conversation. Heaven has definitely gained another special angel.
Dear Rush and Douglas Families,
We graduated from QHS in 1958 with Norma’s sister, Virginia, and we ran into and talked to Norma several times over the years. Thinking of you and remembering her.
Dick & Pat Wentura.
Hugs and love to the Rush family for your loss. Norma and all the Rush family were a big part of growing up in the Washington School neighborhood. Good childhood memories. May your memories provide you peace as you celebrate her life.
CURT, LORI AND FAMILY,
WHO ELSE WOULD WATCH YOUR CHILDREN WHILE YOU TOOK A TRUCK TRIP, THEN ONE OF THE CHILDREN GETS SICK AND NORMA HAD TO TAKE IT TO THE EMERGENCY ROOM, NOW THAT’S WHAT I CALL DEDICATION. SHE SURE WAS IN A LEAGUE OF HER OWN. MAY SHE REST IN PEACE, AND WHILE SHE IS DOING THAT SHE CAN CONTINUE TO GIVE BUCK HELL!!!!!! LOVED THIS WOMAN AND ESPECIALLY ONE OF HER CHILDREN, THAT CAME TO MY HOUSE ALMOST EVERYDAY AND PLAY LITTLE PEOPLE.
JUDI ANDERSON
Mikey Powell Norma was 1 great lady and she was my baby sitter when I was a kid and 1 great cook at Washington School I love all the Rush kids Stevie and Chrissy and my good friend Curtis we were all Washington Warriors 1 time me and Curtis got in a fight at school and I broke his glasses Momma Rush was mad as hell at me for being a little jerk and I was crying like a baby love that lady
What an amazing and awesome lady. Mom to so many non biological kids. Condolences to the whole family
Curt
I am sorry to hear about your mom. I know she is in a better place now. My prayers are with you and your family.
Beautiful Lady ♥️