Thomas Cecil Rushing Obituary
Thomas Cecil Rushing (Claxton, Georgia) passed away on September 21, 2026. Thomas, born on August 1, 1940, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Thomas will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Thomas will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Thomas’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: parents: Cecil Rushing and Bertha Waters Rushing; wife: Kathryn "Rosa" Rushing; sisters: Madelene R. Howell and Jewel R. Bolen; daughters: Amy (Wes) Rogers, Nancy (Kelly) Hopkins, Tammy (Barry) Anderson, and Cathy Rushing Daniel (Bill); grandchildren: Jessica Braly, Thomas (Katelyn) Satterfield, Brent (Jessica) Anderson, Barrett (Leighann) Anderson, Candace (Rich) Kemmerer, Carly (David) Findley, and Crystal (Shaan) Hall; great-grandchildren: Zach Braly, Jesse Braly, Alexis Braly, Tatum Satterfield, Addi Anderson, Owen Anderson, Nolan Anderson, Johnny Williams, Riley Anderson, Walker Anderson, Catelyn Stockdale, Lexi Stockdale, Olivia Kemmerer, Charli Kate Lynn, Rosa Jaymes Findley, and Caison Smith; great-great grandchildren: Annelise Williams and Adaline Williams; caregiver: Mandy Stubbs; friend: Mike Pinkcard; and several nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 22nd 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Mellie NeSmith Funeral Home (513 W Main St, Claxton, GA 30417). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, September 23rd 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Mellie NeSmith Funeral Home Chapel (513 W Main St, Claxton, GA 30417).
Flowers are welcome, or those wishing to honor Thomas's memory may make a donation to Shriners Children's Hospital or to the charity of their choice.
