He was born August 15, 1937 in Waynesburg, a son of the late Todd and Sarah Ferne Rush.
He was a graduate of Waynesburg High School.
On May 2, 1959, he married Ruby E. Rogers, who passed away July 13, 2019.
Ronald owned and operated the Greene Street Garage in Waynesburg for several years. From 1979 to 2000, he worked as a mechanic for Consol R. & D. in Morgantown, WV.
He was a peacetime veteran of the U.S. Army. He affiliated with the Church of God of Prophecy in Waynesburg for many years.
He loved to travel with his wife.
Surviving are two daughters, Judy Rush of Waynesburg and Crystal Lynne Rush of Waynesboro, PA; one son, Ronald L. Rush of Waynesburg; 8 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren. Deceased are three sisters, Sarah, Lucille, and Nancy Rush; and three brothers, Frank L., Harry, and Donald Rush.