Michael Damian Rust

Michael Rust Obituary

Michael Damian Rust, 56, of Saguache, Colorado went missing on March 31, 2009, and is presumed murdered. He is survived by his parents, Mary Jane Massey Rust of Manitou Springs and Carl Hugo Rust of Florida; brothers Carl Rust (wife Nancy) of Woodland Park, Paul Rust and Martin Rust (wife Charla) of Colorado Springs; and sister Marianne Crandall of North Carolina. He was preceded in death by brothers Joseph and Christopher Rust. Mike was born in Fort Dix, New Jersey and grew up in Security, Colorado. He later moved to Salida where he was co owner of Colorado Cyclery, before making his home in Saguache. He was well known in the biking community for his innovations in mountain bike and high wheeler design, and was inducted into the Colorado Mountain Bike Hall of fame in 1991. He often rode the high wheel ("ordinary") bicycle with his brothers and friends in local parades. Mike's passions were mountain biking, motor biking, remote control airplanes, and the 80 acres he called home. His devotion to caring for the environment was evidenced by how he lived and how he built his home. We miss his quick wit, quirky theatrics, colorful personality, patient teaching, and soft heart. He was one of a kind. The family is grateful to the countless people who helped in search efforts and sustained us with your thoughts and prayers during the last 7 months. A celebration of Mike's life will be held on Sunday, Nov 8th at 2pm at the International Dance Club on the west side, 2422 Busch Ave., Colorado Springs.

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Published by The Gazette on Nov. 1, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Rust

9 Entries

mjunglen

August 22, 2023

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Marian Quinlan Curtin

May 12, 2021

I saw The rust brothers ay the Saint Patrick days parade in Dublin it is one of my treasured memories i am so sorry for the way Mike passed

I lye in clay
Beneath the earth
But my soul is free
Free like a bird soaring high
In blue skies
Like a rainbow
With its colours divine
And soft rain in spring time
Crisp white snow in winter
Cry for me
Laugh for me
Live for me
For I am in the crevices
Of your hearts forever
Remember me
For my joys my sorrows
Live my tomorrows
Love the people I love
But remember
I am the soft wind
Blowing
And the sun shining
Remember I was me

Marian Quinlan Curtin
2021

nikki

November 30, 2009

i will miss mike terribly. i was very fortunate indeed to have made his accqauntance during my employment at joyful journey hot springs. Whenever he graced us when coming in to soak and meditate, he lit up the entire energy of the place. he was a great man with a great spirit, and although the journey there may not have been pleasant, i know that he is in the most peaceful place none of us could ever imagine until it is our time to make the journey also. peace to all family and friends. nikki

November 18, 2009

Just saw the death notice for Michael.
I worked with Mary Jane Rust at Park & Rec until 1997 and know how proud she was of her son and the contributions he made through the life he lived.
Margaret Fraser Navarre Fl

Bill Gosch

November 7, 2009

To Mike’s family and many friends: please accept my deepest sympathy and condolences.

It is with much fondness that I remember Mike. I was very fortunate to meet him during a bike ride in 1975; he was one of the happiest, kindest and most genuine persons that I’d ever met, and we soon became fast friends. Over the next few years, Mike provided me with endless mechanical support and loaner equipment for bike races, but would never accept compensation – even for destroyed or lost wheels and components, of which there were many. More importantly, he was a true friend and mentor who set a fine example for a young kid to admire and emulate.

Mike touched many people and brightened many lives. He will always be appreciated and missed.

November 5, 2009

I feel very lucky to have met him on St. Patrick's day. A warm, wonderful human being. I wish you all healing and resolution.
Minette

Alison Rust - Hamling

November 5, 2009

That St. Patty's Day was the last time we saw him, too. I always loved playing music for him. He was such a softy that it was easy to make him cry ... in a good way, I mean. He loved his family so deeply, with all his heart. We miss him.
................ The Hamlings

November 4, 2009

To the Rust family,
We are so sad about Mike.Our last memory of him and all of you is last year's St. Patrick's Day fun. Will never forget that shiney smile of his! We hope some day he is found and brought home. We love you all and know you will all be there for each other during this, another sad day for your family.
Crys and Pat Dojcak

November 1, 2009

To Mary Jane and the family I send my deepest condolences. I can't imagine the pain you have been going through, the prayers, and finally, the acceptance. I was unaware of the disappearance of Michael until today. I have been absent from Colorado Springs for many years but never forgot Mary Jane when I worked for the city at Park and Rec.
You are all in my prayers. Sincerely, Sharon Best (Park and Rec, 1980-1983?)

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