Rusch, Timothy James “Tim”
Timothy Rusch, 49, Kaukauna, passed away Sunday, June 21, 2009 doing what he loved, riding his motorcycle.  He was born February 27, 1960, in Appleton, son of Merrill and Carol (Tierney) Rusch.  Timothy was a graduate of Appleton East High School.    Mr. Rusch served his country with the U.S. Army.  He was employed at Jansport in Grand Chute.  Tim thoroughly enjoyed riding his motorcycle along with hunting and fishing.  He loved music and concerts, especially taking his family to them. 
Tim is survived by his loving children:  Bobbi Jo Rusch and Andy (Katie) Rusch, along with the beautiful love of his life, his granddaughter Cayly; mother, Carol Velie; stepson, Jason (Lori) Peterson; sisters:  Debbie (Gary) McGlin, Black Creek; Tina Coulthard-Velie “Goof”, Appleton; brothers:  Floyd Rusch, Menasha; Michael Rusch, Clintonville; Mark Rusch, Appleton; step brother, Robert Velie; stepsisters:  Lynn Colbert; Chris Woehler; Pat Kleba; Anita Heylek; godchildren: Robb Pompa and Monique Coulthard; very special friends, Rick and Annette Pompa; many other family members and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Merrill Rusch along with aunts, uncles and grandparents.
Memorial services will be held at 4:00 p.m. Thursday, June 25, 2009, at Zion Lutheran Church, 912 N. Oneida St., Appleton, with Rev. David Skarsten officiating.  Friends may call at the church from 2:00 p.m. Thursday until the time of the services.  In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established for Timothy’s children.                                                                              The family would also like to thank the staffs of Theda Clark ICU and Theda Star for the respectful treatment both Mr. Rusch and his family received.
You will be missed and we will love you forever Dad and Papa.  Love Bobbi Jo, Andy and Cayly.