Jim Rush Funeral and Cremation Services

Jim Rush Funeral and Cremation Services We create meaningful experiences that honor a life well-lived. For the majority of those years, since 1963, Jim Rush has been there. Mr.

Whether you are looking for a traditional funeral or at cremation options, our staff will exceed your expectations and prove that affordability and excellence can still go hand-in-hand. The business that would become the Jim Rush Funeral Homes has been serving families in Cleveland for over 45 years. Back then, Jim worked for Ralph Buckner, Sr. as part of the Buckner Funeral Home. Buckner sold the business to a Houston, Texas conglomerate in 1973, and Jim stayed on until 1977 when he and Ralph Buckner, Jr. bought the funeral homes back. The name of the business then became the Buckner Rush Funeral Homes. In 1978, Jim Rush took sole ownership of the North Ocoee and Wildwood Avenue Chapels. In 1993, the business, but not the chapels, was sold to Prime, a large Funeral Home conglomerate.

This Easter Sunday brings hope and renewal to many families. We understand that holidays can bring both joy and reflecti...
04/05/2026

This Easter Sunday brings hope and renewal to many families. We understand that holidays can bring both joy and reflection, especially when remembering loved ones who are no longer with us. We are here to support you through every season of life with compassion and care. Our team believes in creating meaningful ways to honor those we hold dear, whether through memorial services or simply being present during difficult times. We know that grief does not pause for holidays, and neither does our commitment to serving families in our community. 🌷



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Donald "Duck" R. Floyd, a resident of Cleveland, passed away Good Friday at the family residence. Donald was born in Cle...
04/04/2026

Donald "Duck" R. Floyd, a resident of Cleveland, passed away Good Friday at the family residence. Donald was born in Cleveland on September 16, 1940 and he was the son of the late Dora Mae Pressley Floyd and Ernest Floyd. His sisters, Callie Passwater, Juanita Hollinshead and Evelyn Clark and his br...

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Dr. Robert White , a former Church of God General Overseer, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026, in Weatherford, Texa...
04/04/2026

Dr. Robert White , a former Church of God General Overseer, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026, in Weatherford, Texas.
In lifelong service and a ministry to the Church of God that began with the acceptance of his first pastorate in 1954, Robert White was a pastor, planted thirteen churches, se...

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When difficult moments arise, experience makes all the difference.We’re here to guide you with care, clarity, and compas...
04/03/2026

When difficult moments arise, experience makes all the difference.
We’re here to guide you with care, clarity, and compassion.

We organize our homes each spring — why not organize our plans, too? Pre-planning is the ultimate form of life organizat...
04/01/2026

We organize our homes each spring — why not organize our plans, too? Pre-planning is the ultimate form of life organization. Give us a call today to talk about your future plans with no obligations.

Dorothy Millsap Stevenson, 88, of Cleveland, TN, met her Savior and was welcomed by her husband, brothers, and sisters o...
03/31/2026

Dorothy Millsap Stevenson, 88, of Cleveland, TN, met her Savior and was welcomed by her husband, brothers, and sisters on March 28, 2026.

Dorothy was born May 27, 1937 in Cleveland, TN, to the late Zim and Vallie Noccorina Millsap. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Joe Steve...

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Why do we send flowers to funerals? The use of flowers is actually one of the oldest burial customs there is, with arche...
03/30/2026

Why do we send flowers to funerals? The use of flowers is actually one of the oldest burial customs there is, with archeological evidence of flowers being used at burial sites dating back to 62,000 BC!

The modern use of flowers had a much more practical responsibility - to mask smell. Fortunately, that is something that we do not have to combat anymore, and while the frequency of sending of flowers has lowered, it is a tradition still upheld by most families.

03/27/2026

March is wrapping up! Take a moment to celebrate the small wins — the quiet progress, the tiny steps, the things you pushed through even on the tough days. Those little victories add up, and they’re often the start of meaningful change. 🌷

George Clifford Norwood born in Lawrence South Carolina on March 22nd 1943 to the late Robert and Minnie Norwood.George ...
03/27/2026

George Clifford Norwood born in Lawrence South Carolina on March 22nd 1943 to the late Robert and Minnie Norwood.
George then moved to Cleveland Tn and started his family and career. George worked all his life doing construction work.
George entered his heavenly home on March 23,2026 surrounded ...

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Colene Rose Mercer left her earthly home on Monday, March 23, 2026 and is now in her heavenly home with her Lord and Sav...
03/26/2026

Colene Rose Mercer left her earthly home on Monday, March 23, 2026 and is now in her heavenly home with her Lord and Savior. She was a member of the North Cleveland Church of God. She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Fred H. Mercer. Colene was a woman of faith, family, dedication, and style. ...

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Elizabeth (Liz) Scott Thielke, Age 100, of Chattanooga, TN, died on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026, in Chattanooga, TN.Liz wa...
03/25/2026

Elizabeth (Liz) Scott Thielke, Age 100, of Chattanooga, TN, died on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026, in Chattanooga, TN.
Liz was born December 23rd, 1925, in Cleveland, TN, to the late Maynard and Louise Rynes Scott. She lived in Loudon until 1942 when her family moved back to Cleveland, TN. She graduat...

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William Glick Walker, DDS was born in Yazoo City, MS in 1952 to the late Belle F. Hedges and William G. Walker Sr.He is ...
03/25/2026

William Glick Walker, DDS was born in Yazoo City, MS in 1952 to the late Belle F. Hedges and William G. Walker Sr.

He is survived by his wife Amy Jaggers Walker and son Jefferson Walker (Kayla) of Memphis TN; brother Posey Hedges (Laura) and sister Darwin Bennett (Rob); brother-in-law John S...

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2603 North Ocoee Street
Cleveland, TN
37312

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
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Sunday 8am - 5pm

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