Lorinda Elizabeth DeNoewer Rush, a 52-year-old white female, passed away on April 5, 2017, in Jacksonville, Florida. Lorinda, who was born on October 20, 1964, in Euclid, Ohio, was known for her vibrant personality and dedication to her work with the disabled. She was a beloved member of the L'Arche Harbor House community, where she served as a development director.
Her sudden death left her colleagues and friends in deep mourning.
The tragic circumstances surrounding Lorinda's death were part of a double murder-suicide. On the afternoon of April 5, 2017, Lorinda's estranged husband, Alan Rush, 60, arrived at her residence at the Monterey Condominiums in Jacksonville. Alan fatally shot Lorinda before turning the gun on her 30-year-old daughter, Elizabeth Christine Ceratt, who had come to check on her mother. After committing these heinous acts, Alan Rush called 911 to report the shootings and then took his own life with a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office classified the incident as a double murder-suicide. The investigation revealed that Alan Rush had a history of estrangement from Lorinda, which may have contributed to the tragic events. Friends and co-workers of Lorinda remembered her for her dedication, kindness, and the positive impact she had on the community. Her death was a significant loss to those who knew her and the community she served.
