He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years Jo-Ann and his loving children Debbie (Colin), Terry (Gordon), Laurie (Greg), Barby (Edwin) and Shea (Johnny); along with sister Joansie Spotowski; 21 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Rusty was predeceased by his mother Violet Hoganson, sister Ferne Brown, sons-in-law Larry Schmaltz and Lorne Weiler; grandchildren Christie Lee and Mason John.
Memorial tributes may be made to the North Battleford Boys & Girls Club.