Rachel "Rae" Rush Haft

   Rachel "Rae" Rush Haft was born on March 28, 1993, in Denver, Colorado, and she quickly grew into a vibrant beacon of kindness, humor, and ambition. Raised with a strong sense of family by her mother, Teresa Cooper, along with her stepfather, Kim Cooper, Rae was the heart of a close-knit clan that included her siblings, Nate, Chad, Heather, Molly and Aly, all of whom admired her spirited personality. She also cherished her relationships with her adorable nieces and nephew, Makenna, Aspen, and Carter, who adored their "Auntie Rae," and her beloved dogs, Daisy Dukes, Sonora, and Mr. T.

   In 2019, Rae met the "man of her dreams" in Evan Haft, even telling her best friend Brooklyn the day they became inseparable that she "was going to marry this man." Evan and Rae were married on April 26th, 2024 in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, the best day of their lives.

   With an insatiable curiosity for the world, Rae pursued an education in Hospitality and Tourism Management at San Diego State University, graduating in 2015. Her career took off as a Marketing Manager at Lotus Marketing. Prior to that, she honed her skills as a Marketing Coordinator at the Renaissance Esmeralda Resort and Spa and as a Sales and Marketing Supervisor at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina.

   Rae didn’t just work; she truly lived. Her interests were as vibrant as her personality—dancing like no one was watching, traveling to immerse herself in diverse cultures and cuisines, cuddling with her dogs, skiing on crisp mountain slopes, hiking scenic trails, biking along the beach, and enjoying weekend brunches with friends while sipping mimosas, wine, or margaritas.

   Her zest for life was contagious, and her caring, generous spirit made her the friend everyone wanted to have. Her wonderful personality shined through in every aspect of her life. Rae was known for her loyalty and honesty, and her ambition drove her to achieve her goals while uplifting others along the way. She had an energetic presence that made every gathering more lively and every moment more special. She brought a Rae of sunshine into every person's lives that she touched and had a knack for getting her friends and family through the toughest situations.

   Rae’s life was tragically cut short on November 28, 2025, in Huntington Beach, California. Her light continues to shine through the memories shared by her family and friends. A celebration of her life will be held on her birthday, March 28, 2026, at the Bayside Lawn of the Coronado Island Marriott Resort and Spa from 1 PM to 4 PM. Please utilize this site to RSVP.

   In addition, a Valle de Guadalupe wine tour will be planned for Sunday, March 29th, 2026. It will be an all day event, so please plan your travels accordingly. See the events page for more details, but please RSVP if you plan to attend.

   We invite you all to include memories, stories and photos below to help share the beautiful life that Rae lived and share how she touched so many lives in her time with us.

   Though Rae may no longer walk among us, her spirit will remain alive in our hearts, reminding us to love fiercely, explore widely, and savor every moment of this beautiful life.