Christopher T.A. Rust

Christopher T. A. Rust, 67, of Ludlow, died November 26, 2024 at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield. Born in Northampton on Nov. 9, 1957, he was the son of the late Charles and Mary (Shannon) Rust. Chris had worked for the past few years as a Project Manager for C.S.I. He possessed a very strong work ethic that started with his first job in the family moving business when he was 9 years old. He was an avid long-time fan of the New England Patriots, and he loved to work around the house.  He will be remembered for his dry sense of humor and love of family.

Chris is survived by his wife of 48 years, Maryelizabeth (Murphy) Rust, his four daughters, Amy Rust and her husband Christopher of Westfield, Bridget Criscio and her husband Ralph of Enfield, CT, Elizabeth Rust of Ludlow and Cara Rust and family; two brothers, Brian Rust of Easthampton and Jeffrey Rust of Illinois, as well as grandchildren, Danny, Kayliana, Vincent, Gavin, and Luciano. Chris was the brother of the late Garry Rust and James Rust.

Chris’ family would like to extend their thanks to the Oncology Department at Baystate Medical Center for their wonderful care and support, and to Chris’ place of work at C.S.I. for all their support throughout Chris’ illness.

There will be Calling Hours for Chris on Friday, Dec. 6, from 10:30am-12:30pm at Nowak Funeral & Cremation Services, 15 Ludlow Ave., Springfield followed by a Prayer Service in the funeral home at 12:30pm. Burial will be private at a later date.  

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Chris’ memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741 (online at cancer.org). To offer online condolences to the family, please visit nowakfuneral.com.

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