Shelby Kay (Johnson) Rushing

Shelby Kay Rushing, age 77 of Dongola, died Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at her home. She was born on November 13, 1946, in Dongola, the daughter of Charley B. and Agnes M (Brust) Johnson. She married Kenneth Rushing on January 26, 1963. She and Kenneth enjoyed 57 years together. He preceded her in death on February 26, 2020.

Shelby is survived by her children, Penny (Randy) Hindman of Anna and Edwin (Cindy) Rushing of Dongola; grandchildren, Rebecca (Thomas) Corbit, Remington Hindman, Journee Rushing, James Calvin Jones, Austin Rider and Taylor Rushing; great-grandchildren, Brinley, Natilyn, Easton, Ayla and Owen Corbit; brother, Charles (Kelly) Johnson; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and her beloved companion, Pearl. She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; son, Michael Rushing; grandson, Jordan Michael Houston; sister, Louetta Houseman and brother, David Johnson, Sr.

Shelby worked at the Florsheim Shoe Factory in Anna and later owned and operated Kay's Euro Tan in Dongola. She enjoyed sewing and quilting before being limited by her diminishing eyesight. Kay was sweet but stubborn and she fiercely supported her family. She especially enjoyed her grandchildren.

Funeral services for Shelby Kay Rushing will be held at 2:00 pm Friday, November 1, 2024, at Rendleman and Hileman Funeral Home in Anna with Rev. Wesley Johnson officiating. Interment will follow in Christian Chapel Cemetery in Dongola. Visitation will take place from 1:00 pm until the service time of 2:00 pm Friday, November 1, 2024, at the funeral home. Memorial contributions can be made to Pay it Forward-Union County (Angel Tree). Envelopes are available at Rendleman and Hileman Funeral Home.