Rusty was born in 1943 in Washington DC to the late Robert and Charlotte Talkington. He was the first born of their three children. The Talkington family grew up in Morningside and Clinton, MD. After graduating from Suitland High School, Rusty enlisted in the Army National Guard Reserves where he proudly served four years. Then, from 1967-1969, Rusty was a member of the Navy "Sea Bees" where he mastered his construction trade while serving in Vietnam.

Upon his return to the states, Rusty met Mary Ann through mutual friends. By February 1970 they were married. One year later they welcomed their first daughter, Rachelle "Kelly." At this time, Rusty was working for the Southern Maryland Railroad. Then, in 1975, Rusty began his 35 year tenure with Washington Metro Area Transit Authority, until his retirement in June of 2010. Also during this time, Rusty and Mary Ann welcomed their second daughter, Rebecca "Becky." They called Forestville their home until settling in Chesapeake Beach in 1990.

Rusty was an outdoors man, he enjoyed fishing, hunting, boating and spending time at his second home in Great Cacapon, WV. He loved spending time with his family, especially his daughters, grandchildren, cousins from Clarksburg, WV and brother in law, Lee Guy,

Rusty was the loving husband to Mary Ann and beloved father to Rachelle "Kelly" Watson (Richy) and Rebecca "Becky" Corbin (Josh). Brother of Ricky B. Talkington, uncle of Michael Cefaratti and Robert Talkington and grandfather of six grandchildren; Joseph R. Watson, Matthew J. Watson, Cassidy L. Corbin, Lewis F. Watson, Charles D. Corbin, II and Colton S. Corbin. Preceded in death by parents, Robert and Charlotte Talkington and sister, Betty Cefaratti.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Calvert Hospice, PO Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678.

Arrangements provided by Lee Funeral Home.