Ann Marie Rush
May 4, 1942 – April 24, 2025
Ann Marie (Jurgenson) Rush was born to Orlan and Myrtle (Muth) Jurgenson on May 4, 1942, in Hawarden, Iowa, the second oldest of four children. She attended the first four years of grade school in Rowena, South Dakota. When she was in the 5th grade the family moved to rural Canton, South Dakota where she attended grades 5-7 at Kerley Elementary School. Ann then attended Canton Junior/Senior High School for grades 8-12.
After graduating, she worked for Northwestern Bell in Canton, teaching people how to dial seven-digit numbers. When this job was completed, she was transferred to Sioux Falls where she learned to be a telephone operator. She was employed there for several years. In the spring of 1964, she met Jim Rush, “the apple of her eye” at the Arkota Ballroom. Ann and Jim were united in marriage October 16, 1965, at St. Lambert Catholic Church in Sioux Falls. They then moved to Millard, Nebraska.
Ann and Jim had four children: Amy, Julie, Joe. and Jason. Ann enjoyed being a homemaker. She also took on the role of caregiver to a mentally and physically handicapped little girl. She also cared for the children of several neighborhood families. In 1984, Ann began working for Millard Public Schools as a para- educator. She retired in 2005. Ann volunteered as a religious education teacher for many years and volunteered at St. John Vianney and St. Stephen the Martyr Catholic Churches. She was a member of the La Femmes of the 40&8.
After their retirement, Ann and Jim enjoyed traveling. They visited all states except Hawaii.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and one son, Joe Rush.
Survivors include her husband, Jim; daughters, Amy Smith and Julie Rush; son, Jason Rush; grandson, Nathan Smith; brothers, Swede (Renee) Jurgenson and Gordy (Jeanie) Jurgenson; sister, Elaine (Jerry) Fry; and a host of other relatives and friends.
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VIGIL SERVICE: Sunday April 27, 2025, at 3:30 PM with VISITATION beginning at 2:00PM at St. Stephen the Martyr Catholic Church, 16701 “S” Street, Omaha, NE.
MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL: Monday, April 28, 2025, 10:30AM at St. Stephen the Martyr Catholic Church.
GRAVESIDE SERVICE: Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at 11:30 a.m. CDT at St. Peter Cemetery in Colman, South Dakota.
To view live broadcasts of the services, please visit www.heafeyheafey.com and click the “Live Cast” button at the top of the home page.
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Heafey-Hoffmann-Dworak-Cutler
West Center Chapel, 7805 West Center Road, Omaha, Ne 68124. (402)-391-3900. www.heafeyheafey.com
9 Comments
We send our deepest condolences on Ann’s passing. Her generosity, wisdom, and unwavering kindness profoundly touched our lives, and we will always hold those memories close to our hearts.
During this time of sorrow, we hope you find comfort in knowing how deeply she was loved and the lasting impact she had on so many. The entire Rush family is in our thoughts and prayers.
With heartfelt sympathy, Tom and Shannon Mullen.
To my dearest friend in the world, Amy and her family, Mr. Rush, Julie, Jason & Nathan; I’m so very sorry for your loss. Mrs Rush was always so kind to me and such a strong faithful woman. May she rest peacefully in the arms of the Lord.
Jim, Julie & Jason-
Our deepest condolences to you ! We always enjoyed talking to Ann, she was such a kind soul and always had the biggest smile.
All of you are in our thoughts and prayers!
We are so sorry to hear of Ann’s passing. Our sympathy to you and your family. Dan and Jackie Hegarty
Thoughts Prayers Love and Hugs To Jim and family at this heartbreaking time. Ann was a Beautiful dear friend of my mom Karen for many years. I always remember her smile and laughter and hearing about all the fun times y’all would have. Ann will be Loved and Missed Everyday and Always in our Hearts. R.I.P Beautiful precious guardian angel TWAMA 😢💔😇🌹🙏💖
So sorry to hear of Ann’s passing. I worked with her at Millard South for many years. Loved her positive attitude. She’s in my prayers.
Anne was a wonderfully sweet woman and she will be missed by many. She had an infectious smile and a kind word for all. Our thoughts and prayers of comfort go out to the Rush family. May God give you a peace that only he can grant. Our sincere condolences, Mike & Susan Keller
Julie, so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Thoughts and prayer to you and the rest of your family.
Dan
Unable to attend the services for Ann in person but wanted to express our condolences to Jim and the kids. Ann was always so nice whenever we had the opportunity to see her. Prayers to the family.
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