Elizabeth Christine Rush, aged 30, tragically passed away on April 5, 2017, in Jacksonville, Florida. Elizabeth, who was employed as an assistant manager in the collections department at DCI Financial, was deeply cherished by her family and friends. Her untimely death occurred at her mother's residence, adding to the sorrow of her loved ones.
The circumstances surrounding Elizabeth's death were part of a devastating incident classified as a double murder-suicide.
On that fateful day, Elizabeth's stepfather, Alan Junior Rush, arrived at the Monterey Condominiums on Beach Boulevard, where her mother, Lori Elizabeth Rush, resided. Alan, who was estranged from Lori, fatally shot her before encountering Elizabeth, who had come to check on her mother. Alan then shot Elizabeth before turning the gun on himself, resulting in his own death from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office responded to the scene after receiving a 911 call from Alan, who reported that two people had been shot. Upon arrival, officers found the bodies of Lori, Elizabeth, and Alan inside the condominium. The incident left the community in shock, as Lori was well-known for her work at L'Arche Harbor House, a residential community for adults with developmental disabilities, and for her contributions to the Catholic Diocese of St. Augustine.
Investigations revealed that there were no prior arrests or injunctions between Alan and Lori, despite the tragic outcome. The motive behind the shootings remains unclear, but the incident has been classified as a double murder-suicide by the authorities. The loss of Elizabeth and her mother has left a profound impact on their family, friends, and the community, who continue to mourn their passing.
