Gerry Rush, age 85, of Converse, Texas passed away on Wednesday, August 3, 2016.  He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on August 5, 1930 to Alta Billig and Michael Vollenweider. At the age of 12 he was adopted by Elmer Rush who had married Alta and became Gerald Elmer Rush. Later on he changed it to Gerry Rush.

Gerry is survived by his wife Beverly, sons Gerry Rush, Jr., David Rush, daughters Heidi Rush and Dihann Lehmann, stepchildren Jackie Beady and Adam Lisinski, and many grandchildren. Previously married to Audrey Rush Gamble who raised their children while Ranger Rush was serving his country. She did an awesome job.

Gerry graduated from Hammond High then went on to go to Western Michigan University where he was in ROTC. In 1952 they asked for volunteers to go to Korea and were promised they would graduate with their class. After getting back he joined the Navy where unfortunately he broke both arms. He then joined the Army and made it his career. Was a Green Beret, graduated from Ranger School Class 10, June, 1956. Went to Viet Nam for 4 tours and decided to retire before a fifth tour.

He then moved his family to California where he worked on game shows, also worked on the Dean Martin Show for many years. Played Gabby Hayes in a German TV series. Dressed as Gabby, Elvis and even a hobo in parades for the Converse Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association of which both he and his wife Bev graduated from in 2007. He and his wife did a lot for wounded warriors at Fort Sam, have made some great lifetime friends.  Other accomplishments are too numerous to mention. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. He gave us all a lot of laughs and joy. RLTW

Family will receive friends from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 9, 2016, at Porter Loring Mortuary North.

GRAVESIDE SERVICE
WEDNESDAY
AUGUST 10, 2016
10:00 A.M.
FT. SAM HOUSTON NATIONAL CEMETERY

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Gary Sinise Foundation.  You are invited to sign the Guestbook at www.porterloring.com