1920 – 2015

AUBURN — Elsie B. Rush, 94, of Lewiston, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 7, at Clover Health Care in Auburn.

She was born in Lewiston on Oct. 12, 1920, a daughter of the late Marianna Leclair and Ludger Duchette. She attended Lewiston schools. She was married to and predeceased by Lucien O. Morin, Raymond Dubuc and Richard M. Rush. Elsie lived a full and wonderful life. She was a loving wife and mother who spent many years dedicated to caring and providing for her family. She loved to cook and entertain, and always made everyone feel welcome in her home. Elsie enjoyed sewing, home projects and loved playing cards. She spent winters in Florida for over 30 years and traveled to many other places. Elsie was a kind woman, greatly loved by all who knew her, and will sadly be missed.

She is survived by six children, Pauline Chasse of Florida, Yvette Roux of Auburn, Claudette King of Greene, Diane Grimmel of Greene, Lorrie A. Dennis of Greene and Richard Morin of Portland. She also leaves behind three sisters, Irene Boilard of Lewiston, Theresa Cote of Lewiston, and Shirley Mailloux of Leeds. Elsie was blessed with 16 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; and five great-great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her daughter, Jeanne Teacutter; eight sisters; and one brother.

The family wishes to express their heartfelt appreciation to all the staff at Clover Health Care.

Condolences may be shared with the family at www.thefortingrouplewiston.com.