Jimmy D. Rushing 1936-2025

Jimmy D. Rushing, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, Oct. 31, 2025. He was born on March 19, 1936 in Sweetwater to the late Hershel and Mattie Horrell Rushing.

Jimmy proudly served his country in the United States Navy for four years before pursuing becoming a barber. After attending barber school in Dallas, he went on to dedicate more than six decades to serving the Mineola community, owning several businesses and working as a barber for 61 years, building countless friendships one haircut at a time.

His barber shop is a featured display at the Mineola Historical Museum.

A man deeply involved in his community. Jimmy was one of the founding members of the Mineola Rodeo and took great pride in his hometown. His hard work and commitment were recognized when he received the Texas Treasure Award from the State of Texas in 2014 and the Wayne Collins Entrepreneur Award from the Mineola Chamber of Commerce in 2019.

Jimmy married the love of his life, Nita Henry, on Aug. 9, 1957, and together they shared 68 wonderful years filled with love, laughter and family.

Jimmy loved fishing, gambling and the simple joys of life, especially those spent with his family and friends. He was known for his humor, warmth and the steady kindness that defined him.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Nita Rushing; his son, Tim and wife Mercy; daughter, Kim Galyean and husband Bill, and daughter, Jill Hudson and husband Dan; grandchildren, April Rushing, Barb Pritchett, Megan Smith and husband Brady Smith, Bray Rushing, Morgan Hearn and husband Doug, and Lane Hudson; and great-grandchildren T.J., Val, Lilly and John Moreland, Cooper, Madi, Shorty and Maggie Smith, and Emmie Hearn.

Mr. Rushing was preceded in death by his parents, Hershel and Mattie Rushing; and brothers, Paul, Larry and Terry Rushing.

Jimmy’s legacy of love, laughter and community will live on through the many lives he touched.

The family thanks you for your love and support. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Mineola Historical Museum.

Service was held on Tuesday, Nov. 4 at 2 p.m.