of West Memphis, AR
June 21, 1922 - January 19, 2015
Wanda Christine Lawyer Rushing, of West Memphis, died from natural causes Monday, January 19, 2015 at her home.
Ms. Rushing was born in Flint Hill, Arkansas on June 21, 1922 to the late Shelby Lee Lawyer and Lois Lawyer and had lived in West Memphis since 1952. She retired from Southland Greyhound Race Track after working there for over 40 years.
Ms. Rushing was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She loved to collect dolls, garden, and be with her family. She is now with her two sons (Radford Rushing and William ''Billy'' Rushing) and her grandson (Doug Rushing) that preceded her death.
She is survived by one son, John (Sherry) Rushing of West Memphis, AR; grandchildren Chelsie Whiteside (Eric) of West Memphis, AR; Scott Rushing (Heidi) of Vancouver, WA; Shane Rushing (Julie) of Vancouver, WA; Shelby Dredge (Steve) of South Jordan, UT; Sommer Young (Eric) of West Jordan, UT; Sonya Thornock (Brian) of Longmont, CO; Wendy Spain (Chris) of Hickory Valley, TN; 23 great grandchildren; 1 great- great- granddaughter; and her beloved dog Toto.
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7 Condolence(s)
Warren Waite
Friday, January 23, 2015
I appreciate Sonya calling me about her grandmothers passing. I knew Wanda and her family while I served a mission for the LDS Church, in 1958. I had the privilege of talking with her on the phone just a few weeks ago.
i wish all of Wanda's family the best and want you all to know that she was a special person in my life.
John & Ann Frasure
Thursday, January 22, 2015
Sherry & John, so sorry to read about Wanda but may you find comfort in knowing she is in a better place. I reminded my John about the time that Wanda brought a collectors Barbie," out of her collection," to me at the track and just left it on top of my machine. She knew I was going through a bad time and was being so kind to me. I will never forget it.
Barbie Wise Burns
Thursday, January 22, 2015
With sincerest and deepest sympathy. ~ Barbie Burns
Shelby Dredge
Wednesday, January 21, 2015
Love Crazy Granny!!
Missed dearly but never forgotten!
Carol Rushing
Wednesday, January 21, 2015
What wasn't to love about Crazy Granny? How she loved that name, and it definitely was what she was--crazy, funny, and loving. You knew you were in for laughs and acting crazy and silly when you were with her. We will all miss her wit and beautiful smile but know she's at eternal rest with her sons and grandson and the Savior she loved. We must now rejoice with her and celebrate the life she loved while here on earth. Fly with the angels, Crazy Granny, and keep them all laughing!
Jean Bartoush
Wednesday, January 21, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss!!,,may GOD be with your family!
Wendy (Rushing) Spain
Wednesday, January 21, 2015
I Love You Grandma!! You are now with your sons and with Doug!! OH and Mr. Pete :) Rest In Heaven!! Looking forward to seeing you all again some day!