Rusty Alan Tharp, 58, of Darwin Community of Clark Co., IL passed away 1:05 AM Friday, March 22, 2024. Rusty spent most of his life in Darwin except for the past 11 years when he moved to Effingham, IL to the Wetherell Group Home where he enjoyed living and doing many activities, outings, and proms. They were like family and he made new friends. As his health started to decline last month, he became a resident of the Casey Health Care Center at Casey, IL. Rusty was born June 6, 1965 at Terre Haute, IN, the son of Richard and Maxine Troxel Tharp who preceded him in death as well as a brother, Larry Tharp and a sister, Marcella “Gracie” (Tharp) Deisher. He will always be remembered for his smile and the way he loved to hug others. Scooby Doo was one of his favorite TV shows as well as the Dukes of Hazard and the General Lee. Rusty and his Mom would often be seen parked in front of Dairy Queen enjoying sundaes, and he was especially fond of Pepsi. Surviving is his brother, Garry Tharp of Marshall and nieces and nephews, Lisa Dashiell, Angie Adams, Kristi Whitacre, Jonathon Tharp, Jason Tharp, Leslie Taggart, Sarah Grissom, and Allison Tharp. Several great nieces and nephews survive as well. The family extends special thanks to the staff of the Casey Health Care Center for the care he received. Visitation will be12 Noon to 1:00 PM Thursday, March 28th at Pearce Funeral Home with graveside services following at 1:30 PM at the Darwin Cemetery, rural West Union, IL. With Pastor Tim Duke officiating. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to the Clark County Animal Shelter. Online condolences are being accepted at pearcefuneralservices.com.