Daniel R. "Dan" Rush Sr. 72, of North Branford beloved husband of Joan Cretella Rush passed away on June 20, 2022 in Yale New Haven Hospital St. Raphael Campus. Loving father of Dan R. (Kerry) Rush Jr. and Shannon Rush all of Wallingford. Dan was born in New Haven on March 27, 1950 son of the late Richard and Helen Karako Rush. Prior to his retirement, Dan was employed by Stop and Shop in the Produce Department. He loved watching NASCAR and wrestling and had a sweet tooth. Services will be private and under the direction of the PORTO FUNERAL HOME, 234 Foxon Rd. (Rte. 80) East Haven.