HAMPTON – Guistina Marie McCullen Rathbun, age 34, of Hamton, NY passed away as a result of an automobile accident on June16, 2024. Guistina Marie was born on July 4, 1989 at Glens Falls Hospital. She graduated from Hartford Central School in 2007. She attended the College of St. Rose and graduated in 2011 with a bachelor’s degree in biological science. She then went on to attend the University of Castleton where she graduated from the school of nursing in 2015.
In August of 2015, she went to work at the Rutland Regional Medical center as a registered nurse. She loved being a nurse and all of the people she worked with.
Growing up, Guistina was a wonderful little girl and she blossomed into an amazing, caring person, mom and nurse. She then gave birth to a very special little boy, Eli Michael. She truly cherished him and was a perfect loving mother. He loves his mother so. Being autistic, Eli is non-verbal. The only word he has spoken was “Mama”. It made her so happy.
Left to cherish her memory is her son, Eli; her husband, Thorn Rathbun; her parents, Wanda and Larry McCullen; and in-laws, Debbie and Alwyn Winkler and many others too numerous to mention here. She was predeceased by her God Son, John Francis.
Guistina leaves a hole that can never be filled. We truly appreciate all of the kind words, thoughts and prayers that have been offered. So many lives will never be the same after her passing. We can only hope that her legacy will be one of love. She will always be the light of our life. May God bless her and comfort her.
Friends may call from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls. A service will follow at 4:00 pm at the funeral home.
Gus I am going to miss you, you were taken too soon from this world. I will love you forever, I will treasure all our memories
Gus was a shining light. She was a friend that you would be lucky to have and I was. She will be forever missed. I am so very sorry Larry Wanda Eli and Thorn. There are no words that can offer comfort. Just know that she was loved by myself and my family
So very sorry Wanda and Larry. Never the right words to say other than she will be so missed by all who knew and loved her.
All our love to your family. Guistina was, and will continue to be, in my heart – a shinning, loving light. May peace be with each of you.
I remember when you started at the hospital. You were a ball of fire 🔥 Respect for a life well lived. My teeth almost fell out when I heard you went home.
You are nothing short of amazing. You bright blue eyes match your bright beautiful smile, which matches your big beautiful personality and your beautiful soul. To know you is to know what kindness and love feels like. I will miss you and think about you everyday! I’m already missing the daily snaps of you and Eli! The absolute highlight of my mornings, while I sip on my tea. Thank you for being my safe haven when everything and everyone around me was my storm. I love you “GUS” SY Pooh! Always!! Your friend allllll the way from Prattville, Alabama 😘
Gus was a very special person and a wonderful nurse.she will be missed by everyone who’s lives she touched.love you gus
I’m so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
To Larry and Wanda, there are no words that I could possibly say to ease your broken hearts. Guistina was beautiful and smart and adored by her dad. I know because we would chat about our kids at work. This is immeasurable…and I am so so sorry. Please be well
Peace & Love,
Thank you Mary Ellen
To Larry and Wanda, I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. My heart breaks for you. Heaven has a new angel, may she rest in peace. You are in my prayers
I am so sorry to hear about your daughter, Guistina. It’s so hard to find the right words to say in situations like this. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and may she rest in peace.
I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories bring you comfort
There is no sorrow as deep and long lasting, under the firmament, as the death of a loved one before her time. So it is with Guistina and her late Godson, John Francis. She was, as was he, one of the earth’s golden children: loving, wise and as beautiful inside as out.
We share in your pain.
Oma and Opa
Sending sympathy and condolences to her family.
This is a tragedy.
So very sorry for your terrible loss.
No words can heal your broken heart, hopefully time can help make it easier.
I worked with Guistina at Scotty’s. She was my go to fill-in girl when I needed an 11-7 shift covered. She was a sweet girl with a smile that brightened everyone’s day. She will be missed by many. My heart goes out to her family and friends.
So sorry for your family’s loss
Many prayers to you all
Larry – Sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Wanda, Larry, our hearts are broken for you. Although we never get over the loss of our child we get through, one minute ,one hour, one day at a time. Reach out to friends, your higher power, and
each other to survive. Know that your Guistina made a bettter world. Kathy and I are with you in spirit.
Larry and Wanda,
We are deeply saddened to hear of your great loss of your loving daughter, Guistina. You are in our thoughts and prayers
Wanda and Larry, there are no words to express what you must be feeling. Just know My thoughts and prayers are with you. And my love.
The words “she leaves a hole that will never be filled” couldn’t be truer. I was lucky to know her, love her, and work with her as a nurse. She was a wonderful, caring, giving person and the love for her son was limitless!! I will miss our Snapchat photos and chats so much Gus. My mind and heart are in shock and mourning. Prayers and sincerest condolences to your mom and Dad (who you adored) and especially little Eli, the love of your life, and for all your family who loved you so. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers forever, as I pray also for all your work family, Ty’s family and friends who loved you. Heaven gained an angel, but all of us lost one. Love you Gus. ❤️
Thank you so much. We truly appreciate your touching words.
Larry and Wanda
Aunt Wanda and Uncle Larry so sorry for your loss
Larry, Thorn and family. Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Gus was my prep nurse in the ACU when I had my knee replaced in March.
I remember her as so kind, caring and professional. She spoke about her little guy and we shared he was the same age as my grandson.
Gus was the sweetest person with the nicest bedside manner… it was obvious she was a devoted mom and so too with her patients.
so tragic… praying for Gus mom and dad and little boy seeking strength and love
So sorry for your loss
Gus was a very caring and kind person. She always offered a bright smile and warm heart when I saw her. I’m so sorry and sad about this. She will be missed by so many, including me. She made the world a better place. God bless to her parents and son. My thoughts and prayers to all those who loved her.