John Joseph Rush

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July 4, 1955 ~ September 14, 2026


Resided in: Indianapolis, Indiana

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John Joseph Rush

John Joseph Rush, 71, passed away on September 14, 2026, at Dale Hollow Lake, in Tennessee. He was born on July 4, 1955, in Indianapolis, Indiana, the son of Eugene H. and Pauline M. Rush. He graduated from Arsenal Technical High School in 1973.

John began his working career in 1971, while still in high school, at White Arts / St. Clair Press in Indianapolis. After more than four decades there, he joined SDI Innovations, where he continued to work up until his passing. His strong work ethic was matched by his devotion to his family, for whom he was a steady and dedicated provider. He was always willing to lend a hand to anyone in need.

Outside of work, John had a love for speed. He was a devoted fan of NASCAR and NHRA drag racing, and he was never happier than when he was out on the water on a jet ski.

John is survived by his wife of 51 years, Julia; his son, Jason (Stormy); his grandson, Ayden; his siblings, Ricky and Paula; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Eugene H. and Pauline M. Rush.

A celebration of John’s life will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Greenwood Community Center, 100 Surina Way, Greenwood, Indiana 46143. Family and friends are welcome to join in remembering and honoring John.

Arrangements in the care of Compassion Funeral & Cremation Services, Nashville, TN (615) 857-9955. We proudly remain locally owned & operated.

 

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Celebration of Life: October 17, 2026 11:00 am - 1:30 pm

Greenwood Community Center
100 Surina Way
Greenwood, IN 46143

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  1. John
    He will be in my Thoughts and Prayers along with all the Family
    Gone to Soon For Sure
    You can see him and if you needed help he was there and a Beautiful Heart and Would Talk To Him and he was there .I heard some people stated his Chili was Great đź‘Ť
    A Beautiful Soul

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  2. Oh my… what a shock to see this. My heart is broken as I’m sure all his family and friends are too. My sincere condolences going out to my dear friends Paula and Ricky. May God lay his healing hands upon you both, John was such an amazing man.. gone way too soon. He is now your Guardian Angel…you are my in my prayers, I’m so sorry for the loss of your Big Brother. RIP 💙🙏💙

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  3. To my dear husband of 51 years, you will forever be in my thoughts, I will cherish and love you forever and you will never be forgotten . Till we meet again in heaven.

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  5. John,
    Rest easy friend. You have taught me a lot while working with you at SDI. I will always remember and cherish all of our conversations that we had and all of the antics that went on over the years. You have definitely left your mark here on a lot of us and will truly be missed. Thank you for everything.

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  6. John you will be missed more than you may ever know. We have all learned so much from you and your years at SDI. No Wednesday will ever be the same not having you yell “WOAH” in your best Rick Flair voice. You sir have absolutely left you mark on so many. Rest easy my dear friend!

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  9. On behalf of the ownership, employees of Hendricks Creek Resort we want you to know our prayers are with you all during this difficult time. John was always happy when he arrived, and always sad to go home! He will be missed dearly!

    Your HCR family!

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  11. I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to you and family. May God comfort you give you strength and love to see you through the loss of your brother. If you guys need anything, I’m here. God bless you.

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