Robert Wayne Rushing, age 77, of Jackson, Tennessee passed away on Friday, January 19, 2024.Robert was born on January 15, 1947 in Jackson, TN, the son of the late Charlotte Davy Cooper and James Raymond Rushing. He served his country in the US Army entering in 1966 and he was honorably discharged in 1969. He went on to work for American Linen Company for 24 years. He loved old music, old movies, and classic cars. He will be remembered as a kind-hearted simple man who loved his family.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepmother, Maxine Rushing and his stepfather, Harris Lee Cooper; and his sister, Connie Renfroe.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Joyce Bates Rushing; his sons, Tim Rushing (Bobbie) and Steven Rushing; his grandson, Robert J. Rushing (Kristi); and his great grandchildren, Addy, Joe, Harper, and Leonidas. He is also survived by his brothers and sisters, Tim Rushing, Sherry Turner, Teresa Gaddie (Andy), Garey Cooper (Pam), Grady Cooper, Jennifer Perry (David) and Lee Anne German.
Funeral services for Mr. Rushing will be held on Wednesday, January 24, 2023 at 1:00 pm with Bro. Tracy Snider officiating. The family will receive friends beginning at 11 a.m., two hours prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be directed to The Alzheimers Foundation or the American Diabetes Association.
