October 1, 1942 – October 17, 2019
Marjorie Kehlstrom Rusch, 77, Indianapolis, passed away October 17, 2019. She was born on October 1, 1942 in St. Joseph, Mich., to the late Evar Kehlstrom and Margaret Kehlstrom.
Marjorie graduated from St. Joseph High School, and was a former Miss St. Joseph in 1961. Marjorie did her undergraduate studies at Western Michigan University, and received her Master’s Degree in Education from Texas Tech University, with extensive coursework at many other universities.
Marjorie enjoyed a long career in education, working as a teacher, counselor and school psychologist. Marjorie was a school psychologist with the Indianapolis Public Schools from 1993 until her retirement in 2008. Marjorie also loved her time working as a family therapist and a special needs adoption social worker. She was a member of Christ the Savior Church. She enjoyed reading, cooking, attending church activities, and spending time with her family and grandchildren.
Marjorie is survived by her daughter, Katherine “Katie” E. (Matthew) Belange; son, Jonathan W. (Kelly) Rusch; brother, Herb Kehlstrom (Judy); grandchildren, Audrey Belange, Sophie Belange, Granite Rusch, Cedar Rusch and Forrest Rusch; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Randall and Barbara Rusch; and nieces, nephews and cousins. Marjorie was preceded in death in by her loving husband, William K. Rusch, Jr.
A memorial visitation will be held at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, October 23, 2019, followed by the service at 6 p.m. at Christ the Savior Lutheran Church, 10500 E. 126th St., Fishers.
Memorial contributions may be made to Christ the Savior Lutheran Church, 10500 E. 126th St., Fishers, IN 46037. Final care and arrangements have been entrusted to Shirley Brothers Fishers-Castleton Chapel.
Arrangements
Calling: 5 to 6 p.m., Oct. 23
Service: 6 p.m., Oct. 23
Location: Christ the Savior Lutheran Church
Condolences: shirleybrothers.com