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Russell McCune Obituary

Russell "Rusty" McCune (68), born Oct 8, 1953, son of Diane McCune- passed away in his home on the morning of Sunday, April 3rd, 2022. Rusty the Mountain Man aka "The Tileman", collector of oddities, practical joker, and entertainer was a truly generous, compassionate, loving, and active member of the church, Bayfield, and his hometown of Harbison Canyon. He touched thousands of lives, making friends everywhere he went, and everyone knows he would take the shirt off his back to help a stranger. Rusty loved his work, his unique home in Saul's Creek, his family, and making people smile. He is survived by his Brother Dan McCune, niece Sheena McCune, nephew Daniel McCune, 4 children; David McCune, Jacob McCune, Crystal McCune, and B. McCune, 11 grandkids, and 2 great-grandkids, as well as many dear friends from all over. They broke the mold after they made Rusty, and his bright light will be truly missed.

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Published by The Durango Herald on Apr. 7, 2022.

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Billy Baikie

October 8, 2024

I'm hoping that God puts me in your neighborhood Rusty.
It was a good knowing you buddy.

Amanda

November 24, 2022

Rusty was so kind. His neighbors were un-said heros. Those who came over to check on him, help with firewood, and bought plates of food. He loved his neighbors. It's been a year Rusty.

Jeremiah Aukerman

July 19, 2022

Rusty was one of a kind. A genuine friend to everyone he met. We will all miss you Rusty, see you on the other side my friend. Thanks for everything my brother!

Deanna L Nelson

April 23, 2022

Rusty my friend, you always had a smile. You saw good in everything. You lived by your word and we're kind, generous, and honest. You will be missed. You would help anyone, judge no one,and I admired your commitment to your children and to your Lord. I'm thankful you are not suffering and thankful for your years of friendship. Love from all of us...Deanna, James, and Luke

Bill Faust

April 13, 2022

Rusty ~ I know that you are with our Savior at this time. Thank you for the laughs and kindness you shared with all of us.

Dauci Brungard

April 12, 2022

Prayers to the family for healing.

Julie Itter

April 9, 2022

Very Sad to hear of Rusty´s passing. Such a sweet, kind, genuine soul, I´ll miss you

Martha and Jamie Hall

April 8, 2022

Loved Rusty

Mandi Shoemaker

April 8, 2022

Thank you for always being so kind to me and my family. You have me a job, gave me an opportunity to learn a trade for life, and always treated me with respect and as a friend. You gave such good life advice man. You're a good friend and you will be missed.

Cindy Shelto

April 8, 2022

We will all miss you and your jokes at the Grocery Store! When we didn´t see you we would all ask after you,I haven´t seen Rusty lately, have you? Then like magic you would come in - but we all know you are healed and happy now!

Jim Wilhelm and family

April 7, 2022

He lived a full life and tryed to make every one happy . He blessed me and the mission we had in Mexico gave families cars and supplied me with many things to work with to build many homes kitchens and bathrooms for the poor . He was always to generous to really any one in need . God Bless his soul and his family.

Pam Talley

April 7, 2022

Rusty was a friend who always brought a smile to your face.. Blessings of peace and comfort to all who knew him..

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