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.
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
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.
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