Obituary of Bobby Wardell Rushing
Bobby Wardell Rushing, 91, passed away at home with his family by his side on June 4, 2023.
Bob was born in Hazelhurst, Mississippi on July 7, 1931, to Joseph Walton Rushing and Aline Hughs.
In 1950 Bob joined the United States Air Force and quickly climbed to the rank of Master Seargent. He went on to serve 21 years with the Air Force before retiring in 1971.
Bob was a proud member of the Texas Sons of the American Revolution.
He was a beloved Daddy, Papa, and Great Papa.
Bob is survived by his daughter, Lori Williams, and husband Rodney; son, Jeff Rushing, and wife Diana; estranged daughter, F.C. Rushing; grandchildren, Chelsea Nichols, and husband Seth; Ashley Rushing Kreft and husband Garrett; and Shelby Rushing; as well as one great grandchild, Alliesyn Nichols.