We are mournful to announce the passing of Bernadette Rush.

On the morning of March 3th, 2025, Bernadette was welcomed home to Heaven at the age of 82.

Bernadette “Bernie” Rush was born on May 7th, 1942 to her loving parents Frank Rush Sr. and Beatrice Rush. She grew up in Putnam Valley, NY alongside her three siblings, Frank Rush Jr., Phillip “Tony” Rush, and her twin sister Beatrice Fico. Bernie was hardworking, loyal, caring, and had the most affectionate heart. She loved to spend most of her time working as the office manager at her brothers’ in-town garage, “Rush Brothers Service Station,” and being around her family. She was also a dedicated and proud member of the Putnam Valley Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary for many years. She was always more than willing to lend a helping hand to the people around her and was always inclined to put others’ needs before her own. Loved by many, Bernadette left a lasting impact on the people around her and will forever be in our hearts.

Bernadette is survived by her twin sister Beatrice and by her nieces and nephews, Tina (Eric) Mignano and their children Nicholas and Emma Mignano with whom she resided, Frank (Diane) Rush III and their family, Jackie (Fred) Wagner and their family, and Kelly (Mark) Rush Goldberg and their family, and by her sister-in-law Anne Rush, and cousin Bette Stockinger.

Visiting hours will be on Sunday March 9, 2025, from 3-6 p.m. at Heritage Funeral Home, Morrissey Drive, Putnam Valley. The Funeral Mass will be on Monday, March 10th at 11 a.m. at the Church of the North American Martyrs on Oscawana Lake Road in Putnam Valley.