Ronnie Lavon Rushing

Ronnie Lavon Rushing, age 77, of Monroe, NC, passed away on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. He was born on April 26, 1947, son to the late William Fanander Rushing and Lucille Chaney Rushing.

A service to celebrate his life will be held on Monday, November 11, 2024 at 2 PM at Gordon Funeral Chapel, with Dr. Donnie Gamble officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until 1:45 PM prior to the service. Entombment will follow at Lakeland Memorial Park Mausoleum.

He is survived by his sons, Shann Rushing and his wife Jennifer Heintz of Raleigh, and Brandon Rushing and his husband Chase Rushing of Mint Hill; his sister, Carolyn McKnight and husband Ed McKnight; and his four grandchildren, Colin Rushing, Caroline Rushing, Jackson Attride, and Sloane Attride.

Ronnie was a loving son, brother, father, grandfather, and uncle, who enjoyed spending time with his family and many friends. Ronnie graduated from Piedmont High School in 1965, and earned an Associates Degree from Wingate College. Ronnie joined the United State Army and served honorably in Vietnam during the Vietnam War. He was very proud of his service and was active throughout his adult life in veteran organizations like the VFW and the American Legion. Following his military service, Ronnie began a career as a home builder, eventually owning or co-owning several construction companies and supply companies. During his retirement, he provided in-home care for his aging parents in their final years of life. Ronnie was an avid fisherman, who enjoyed competing in many local and regional fishing tournaments.

In lieu of flower arrangements, the family requests that memorial donations in Ronnie’s name be made to the American Heart Association at www.heart.org and to the American Legion at www.legion.org .

Online condolences may be made at www.gordonfuneralservice.com

Gordon Funeral Service and Crematory is honored to be entrusted to care for the Rushing Family.