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Kathleen Leticia "Tish" Rush, 68, passed away on September 15th, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas. Born on April 26, 1957, in Ankara, Turkey she lived a life rich in family connection, heritage, and resilience. Tish was the fifth of eight children born to Adeline Engel Rush and Harold Joseph Rush. She grew up surrounded by a large and loving Air Force family that shaped her deep appreciation for tradition and kinship. A devoted mother and grandmother, Tish is survived by her two sons, Joseph Davila and Jacob Davila. Jake’s wife Mallory and their children—Evan (4) and Blair (1)—brought immense joy to Tish’s later years. She relished her role as Oma and delighted in every moment spent with Evan and Blair. Tish's bond with her siblings also remained strong throughout her life. She is survived by Skip Rush of Hawaii; Sharron Rush and Candice Moore of Austin; Mike Rush and Laurie Rush of San Antonio; and Lisa Sterba of Omaha, Nebraska. Her older sister Melanie Rush preceded her in death. Tish was also deeply connected to her many nieces and nephews, her mother's extended Central Texas fam and her father's East Coast relatives.. Tish attended high school at Clark Air Force Base in the Philippines, and has kept close connections with many of her classmates. Once you were Tish's friend, you were her friend for life. She worked hard – including in retail, health care, and as an insurance adjuster. But family and friends will always be at the heart of Tish’s world. She had an extraordinary memory for birthdays, anniversaries, and special occasions—not just for immediate family but for extended relatives as well. She served as a living chronicle for the Rush family, keeping everyone connected through time-honored celebrations. As Tish married and made her own home, it was often filled with laughter and celebration. Alongside her former husband Frank Davila—who preceded her in death—she became known among the Davila cousins as the “fun aunt.” With everyone always welcome, their home became a hub for BBQs, games, music, and who could forget the frequent beach trips that left lasting memories for all? Tish also had an affinity for sports; from watching baseball with her dad as a youth to the humorous back and forth with Jake every time the Cowboys played the Eagles, she always loved a good game. Tish was proud of her hardworking, respectful, honest, and dependable sons and the values they live by. She herself was a hard worker, even continuing to work full-time through her subsequent medical issues. That, and the love of her boys, kept her going. In 2013, Tish faced significant health challenges. Despite physical impairments that followed, she never lost her spirit or sense of humor. Her resilience inspired those around her as she continued to find ways to share laughter even through adversity. Kathleen Leticia "Tish" Rush will be remembered for her warmth, the strength she showed through hardship, and the love she gave to those around her. May her memory bring comfort to all who knew her. A Memorial Gathering will be held on October 19, 2025 from 10:00AM to 11:00 AM for visitation followed by services from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Mission Park Funeral Chapel 3401 Cherry Ridge Dr, San Antonio, Texas.

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Kathleen Leticia "Tish" Rush

April 26, 1957 - September 15, 2025