Rusty was born January 8, 1932. His mother was taken to the Notre Dame Hospital by horse and cutter driven by his uncle Earl Blanchard.
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.