About Us
Celebrating life since 1963
As a proud member of the Cleveland community since 1963, we're honored to help families celebrate their loved ones. We pledge to ensure that every funeral and memorial service is deeply personal, fostering healing and remembrance.
Our promise
Today, tomorrow, and forever, our commitment to you stays the same.
Dignity
Every life is unique, and we promise to honor and respect each journey, crafting ceremonies that reflect each individual.
Guidance
Navigating grief can be overwhelming; we stand by you, providing direction and solace every step of the way.
Legacy
Beyond a service, we're committed to helping families create lasting tributes that transcend generations.
Our story
The business that would become the Jim Rush Funeral Homes has been serving families in Cleveland for over 45 years.
For the majority of those years, since 1963, Jim Rush has been there. Back then, Jim worked for Ralph Buckner, Sr. as part of the Buckner Funeral Home. Mr. 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.
Jim maintained ownership and administration of the chapels and was able to bring his son, Greg, on as General Manager, keeping it a family-run business. In 2013 the Rush Family partnered with Heritage Family Services and that’s where we are at today. Jim Rush Funeral and Cremation Services is proud to be operated by Greg Rush and the Rush Family.
Our incredible staff
Helping families create lasting legacies is more than a job — it's our calling. We are here to support you in any way we can and will offer you the full attention, knowledge, and compassion you need.
J. Greg Rush
Manager, Licensed Funeral Director and Licensed Embalmer
C. Marc Rush
Licensed Funeral Director and Licensed Embalmer
Darrin Douglas
Licensed Funeral Director
Jenna Eve Picou
Licensed Funeral Director and Licensed Embalmer
Kathy Partin
Licensed Advance Planning Specialist
Judy Satterfield
Funeral Assistant (Non-licensed)
Dr. Susan Harper
Funeral Assistant (Non-licensed)
Mason Holliday
Funeral Assistant (Non-licensed)
Brent D Swanson
Funeral Assistant (Non-licensed)
Perry Horner
Funeral Assistant (Non-licensed)
Harold (Joe) Parker
Funeral Assistant (Non-licensed)
Dr. Joseph A Bathe
Funeral Assistant (Non-licesned)
Robert L Bankston Jr
Funeral Assistant (Non-licensed)
Jim Hibbard
Funeral Assistant (Non-licensed)
Tammy Reese
Funeral Assistant (Non-licensed)
Darla Rush
Administrative Assistant (Non-Licensed)
Jim Rush
Founder 1938-2013
Born in Rome, Georgia, Jim Rush was a strong, community-minded individual. He was involved in various aspects of law enforcement in our local area, even serving as head of the detective division of the Bradley County Sheriffs Office.
After Graduation from the Cincinnati College of Embalming in 1958 with a degree in Mortuary Science, he took the National Board Exam and the Tennessee State Laws Exam becoming a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer in the State of Tennessee. Jim went to work for Ralph Buckner, Sr. in 1963 and remained until gaining sole ownership in 1978. Jim was very active in the Tennessee Funeral Directors Association, serving as President from 1994 to 1995.
Jim and Judy Rush were married over 50 years and have four children: J. Gregory, Christopher Marc, Kim and Kathi.
Jim and his family are members of the Westmore Church of God.
A place of healing
We welcome you to explore the Jim Rush Funeral and Cremation Services facilities, and invite you to discover a comforting and peaceful place to honor your loved one.
A time to honor, comfort and heal
We help create unique and meaningful memorial services to celebrate your loved one and begin the healing process for families and friends left behind.
We’ll take care of every detail
Unique Funerals and Tributes
Compassionate customer care
“Very friendly and compassionate and they helped my family out during this sad time...Thank you Jim Rush Funeral Home”
Author:— Charlie Mcdowell rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“The whole staff is the kindest & most caring people at our time of need, Greg goes beyond just helping people he’s a good Christian man & will console you or pray for you. God Bless them all🙏”
Author:— Tammy Bonine rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“I highly recommend there services here. They did a wonderful job with my daddys arrangements recently and they also did well with my brothers arrangements years ago. Thank you all so much for your kindness and all that you have done for my family.”
Author:— Melissa Cofer rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“Jim Rush Funeral Home has been excellent, from our very first visit. Greg was kind, and respectful and ensured all our questions and requests were taken care of. I would highly recommend this family owned business to help you with any funeral needs.”
Author:— Cindy Scott rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“Very thoughtful, kind, caring and made a very difficult time easier Dr. Trish Smith West”
Author:— Patricia Traylor rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“This is where I'm going to h a ve my funeral when my life is over All my family has went with the Rush family not a better one anywhere.”
Author:— Liz Daniel rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
We're hiring
Beyond the opportunity to truly make a difference, Jim Rush Funeral and Cremation Services offers competitive pay, a healthy work-life balance, and many opportunities for growth.