Obituaries

November 18, 1947 to May 12, 2021

WINAMAC - Ronny “Ron” Rushing, 73, of Winamac, passed away Wednesday, May 12, at his home.

He was born Nov. 18, 1947 in Sardis, MS to the late William Charlie and Tishie Pauline Ladd Rushing. He graduated in 1967 from Emerson High School in Gary. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1967 and served during the Vietnam War. On Jan. 1, 1968, he married his high school sweetheart, Karen Gorby. She survives.

He is also survived by:
Michael Rushing, Winamac, Son
Shawn Roetman, Indianapolis, Daughter
Steven Rushing, Muskegon, MI, Son
Teah Rushing, Indianapolis, Daughter                             
Katlynn “Kiki” Rushing, Indianapolis, Daughter
Griffin Rushing, Muskegon, MI, Grandson
Paulette Wagner, Valparaiso, Sister
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
William “Larry” Rushing, Brother
Glenda McBryer, Sister

Mr. Rushing and his wife raised three children. Later in life, they traveled to China and adopted Teah and Kiki. Ron was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who loved his family. He enjoyed traveling, fine dining, movies, and shopping. He will be dearly missed.

The family will host a private celebration of life event at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made to the Diabetes Association or Memorial Swinging Bridge Project.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.