Edward Franklin Rushing was born on April 20, 1942 to Louie Stansel Rushing (March 2, 1883 - March 27, 1958) and Ida May Rushing (April 15, 1906 - February 2, 1997) in Lena, Mississippi. He had eight brothers and four sisters who were all born in Lena as well. |
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Mildred Gwendolyn Rushing was born on September 8 and died on July 20, 2007 in Carthage, Texas. David Eugene Rushing was born in August 3, 1938. David, also known as Dave, now lives in Gluckstadt, Mississippi with his wife and granddaughter. |
Constance Loretta Rushing was born in June 12, 1940. Tommy Joe Rushing was born on September 16, 1945 and died at the age of 39 on July 28, 1985. Danny O’Neil Rushing was born on 1948 and died in February 2018. There was also a pair of twins that died at birth. Edward and his siblings all attended school in Lena, Mississippi. Edward attended Lena High School, while working on the 188 acre family farm. Before graduating, he left to join the military in July 14, 1964. |
Edward married Jessie M. Rushing, however it was not a good marriage. Every time Edward left the house to his overseas tours, she would spend her time with other men. They also never talked except for when Edward came home for his short breaks. Edward had only married her because he felt bad for her. Jessie died in the 2000's.