Rush Funeral Home

Ask those families we have served...

Krista Van Lint
PO Box 483

I have only worked at the Philip Nursing Home for a year but in that year Bob really became one of my favorites. I know that I as a CNA am not supposed to have "favorites" but it was hard not to like Bob because he was definitely one of the only residents that appreciated every little thing you did for him. I am proud to be known as one of Bob's "Girls" and I will cherish all the moments that I had with him. God Bless your family.

Bill & Joyce Dustman
Lemmon, SD 57638

To All of Bob's Family and also the O'Connells:
We are keeping you all in our prayers and thoughts.  Bob was a wonderful mentor to many, many people.  What an example for us all to live by.  May he rest in Peace with Inga at his side.  God Bless you all.  Bill & Joyce

Kay Foland
Rapid City, SD

Dear Kelly and all family, my love and prayers to you on the death of your Father. I know he was a great guy! God Bless, Kay

Vonda Hamill
Milesville

Kelly and Family~
The boys and I enjoyed stopping into Bob's room at the nursing home; he always had the candy dish full and a good story (read LESSON) to tell!  He was a lively guy!  The boys never hesitated to march right in and say hello!  I shared a peach pie with Bob and Joe Price one afternoon and seeing those two eat something homemade and enjoying each other's company is something I will always remember...the stories flew that day!  I didn't grow up here, but I can appreciate all the wonderful things I have always heard about Bob and Inga.
God Bless you and keep you.

Marsha and Bill Sumpter
Kadoka

Bob always had a twinkle in his eye, a smile and a friendly word.  It was our pleasure to have known him over the years and seen what a wonderful fellow he was toward all.

Jerry & Sonia Nemec
Midland, SD

I was saddened to learn that Bob had passed away. My husband Jerry talked about Bob and what a fine man he was.  They would have some good visits at the Philip Nursing Home. 

I got to know Bob when going to the Philip Nursing Home to entertain.  He always had a smile and a joke or two.  I remember him telling an Irish poem this past St. Patrick's day.  Oh, how we did laugh.  Dorothy Paulson and her monkey and me and my duck will miss his smiling face when we go to the Nursing Home.  He was such a joy to be around.

Some people come into your life and leave "Footprints" on your heart and you are never the same.  You are happy they are in a better place but you miss them.

May God bless you in your loss,

Pat Quinn
5769 S. Orleans St.  Centennial CO

My sympathies to everyone. I remember all the softball games at Bob and Inga's. He was a good man.

Bill and Marcia Jackson
1609 University Ave, Hot Springs, SD 57747

Kellly, Sandee, Jim and families,
We just want you to know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers with the passing of your father.  Bill has always thought so much of both of your parents and enjoyed the time he spent living near them.  I have heard him comment so many times what a wonderful couple they were.  I know you will have many great memories to carry with you always. 
Sincerely,  Bill and Marcia Jackson

Kara Moriarty
Anchorage, AK

Aunt Sandee and family - Bob was such a great guy.  I will always remember the twinkle in his eye.  It was always there, from the time I was a little girl to when I would bring Joseph down to see him.  He loved people and it showed.  He had a happy soul and it was apparent to everyone around him.  Keep the memories close as you go through this difficult time.
Kara, Gerry and Joseph

Jeremy & Krystal Noteboom and girls
Philip SD 57567

Sandy, Kelly, Theo, Words cannot express how saddened we are about bob's passing. He was a great man and he will be very missed by all. I remember bringing my children in to the nursing home and Bob would always see them and ask them if they wanted candy and to follow him down to his room to the little wheelbarrow he had on the table to get them some candy. He was so proud of each and everyone of you. May the Lord be with you at this time.

Joan (Staben) Enders
Kadoka, SD

I'm so sorry to hear of Bob's passing.  I remember Bob always being at the Ridge.  What a great guy he was. My thoughts and prayers are with you.  Joan

Bobby Gene and Tootie Neville
4640 Sturgis RD Lot 16  Rapid City  SD

Sorry to hear about Bob passing.  He will greatly be missed. Our prayers are with you during this most difficult time.

Jenna Tolton

Although I only knew Bob for a few years after I began working in the nursing home, I will never forget him. He always had a warm smile and a bundle of jokes to bless me with. I can not count the many family stories he would tell me; he spoke of you all so highly. He was always so thankful for any ounce of help. His friendly personality and attitude are what helped make my job such a rewarding experience - he was truly a wonderful man. My prayers are with you.

Don, Lynette Klumb & Family
Spearfish SD

Our prayers and thoughts are with the entire family.  We know how special Bob was to his family.  May God watch over all during this time of sorrow.

Ralph & Cathy Fiedler
2130 Ellen St. Lot 4 Sturgis, S.D.

We are sadden to hear of Bob's passing. He was very special, was glad to call him a friend. I always remember the days I took care of him at the nursing home. He always had a smile, a hug and a story to tell everyday. God Bless you all. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. He will be missed. Ralph & Cathy Fiedler

Stacy (Radway) Dole
Black Hawk SD

I am saddened to hear of Bob's passing. He was a special person in my life that started when I was probably too young to remember. He saved me from my brother and cousin on more than one occasion. He always had a hug for me as well. I don't recall a time that I saw Bob when he didn't remind me he used to bounce me on his knee. I will miss his smile when I stop at the nursing home to see my mom at work.  Take care of yourselves and cherish your memories of Bob, I know I will.  Stacy

Kagee and Preston Formanek

Kelly and Sandy,
I'm so sorry to hear about your father. He was a great man. I enjoyed working with him everyday. I will always remember how he was so happy and always smiling. I haven't known Bob all my life just for about six years and in those years Bob grew on me like a grandfather and I'm going to miss him greatly.
God be you all in this time and my prayers are with you.

Larry Schulz
Box 136 Philip,SD

Bob will greatly missed. He was a very special friend.

Bob's Flowers     Bob Blair Obituary  

Bob Blair's Video      Back to Obituaries