Mother Disappears Before Son’s Birthday Party: Where is Michelle Rust?
She left to run some last minute errands, but only her car was found.
Michelle Rust seemed to be living an idyllic life as a young, spiritual mother and wife. Her spirituality stemmed from her childhood, as she and her family had a significant presence within their church. Michelle’s parents–Ray and Gwen Lins–were popular among the congregation and the blue-eyed, fiery-haired Michelle only added to their appeal.
Reverend Joe Gadden, who had known Michelle since childhood, described her devotion. “She was likable, cute as a button, and liked kids,” he told Marcia Ames from the Baltimore Messenger, “..she just had a passion and a heart for people.”
As Michelle got older, her faith in God grew to be more substantial, and it wasn’t long before she was also a respected churchgoer. However, her involvement was more profound than her popularity. She was a member of the choir and volunteered for the youth programs. Even as a teenager, Michelle loved caring for children, and the parents at her church had no issue trusting her to look after their own. She worked to make her church a welcoming environment.
During her first year of high school, Michelle formed a quick bond with one of her classmates, D.J. Rust. The…
