After a long and painful illness, on Wednesday Belinda wife of George Rush, was released from
earthly suffering. Mrs. Rush was born in Connecticut, and was one of a family of five children,
two sisters and three brothers. She was married to George Rush of this town 53 years ago last
Christmas, and came to Camden and has since lived in the home near Hillsboro where she closed her
eyes in the last sleep. She was a consistent and earnest christian and member of the Congregational
church of this village. She was held in high esteem by her neighbors and friends for her many good
qualities. Besides her husband she is survived by three children, George H. and Riley M. Rush and
Mrs. A. H. Percival, all of this town who mourn the loss of a devoted and affectionate wife and
mother. She also leaves one sister Mrs. Emily Pond of Torrington, Ct.
The funeral will be held at the late residence on Saturday at 1:30, Rev. E. Evans officiating.
RUSH - In Camden, N.Y., February 15, 1899, Belinda, wife of George Rush, aged 75 years and 11
months.
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