Obituary: Bonnie Sue Rushmore
Bonnie Sue Rushmore – October 2014
Funeral services for Bonnie Sue Rushmore were conducted Thursday, May 21 beginning at 11:30 a.m. at the meetinghouse for the Old Union Church of Christ in rural Carroll County, Mississippi. Graveside services and burial were in the adjacent church cemetery. Ministers officiating were Mr. Therman Hodge and Mr. Mike Schmitz. Singing was led by Stephen Hughley.
Visitation preceded the funeral service, beginning at 10 a.m. at the Old Union congregation’s building. A meal was provided for all present by the West President Church of Christ of Greenwood, MS and the Old Union Church of Christ.
Bonnie Sue Rushmore, 58, died of pancreatic cancer on May 18 at Baptist Health Systems in Jackson, MS. She was born in Greenville, PA on December 25, 1956, to the late Roy E. and Mary Reed. She was a foreign missionary, an author of religious books and articles, as well as layout operator for the international quarterly magazine The Voice of Truth International. Bonnie Rushmore was a member of the churches of Christ.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister Colleen Reed and niece Lisa Reed. Survivors include her husband Louis Rushmore; children Rebecca Rushmore of Collierville, TN; Raymond Rushmore and his wife Vanessa of Johnstown; OH and Robert Rushmore of Burgin, KY; siblings Larry Reed and his wife Donna of Greenville, PA; Jim Reed and his wife Kay of Cochranton, PA and Dianna Korab and her husband Ed of Farrell, PA; and grandchildren Eli Rushmore and Nate Rushmore.
Pallbearers were selected from area congregations of the churches of Christ. In lieu of flowers, friends are encouraged to make gifts payable to Rushmore Evangelism Fund and mail to the Siwell Rd. Church of Christ, 4075 Siwell Rd., Jackson, MS 39212 for distribution of Bibles and Gospel literature in foreign countries. Mark checks “Bonnie Rushmore Memorial” on the memo line.
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Louis & Martha Rushmore 
May 19, 2015 at 6:20 pm
Louis, I am so sorry to hear about Bonnie leaving to go to her Heavenly home. Like Paul, she wanted to stay and continue the work you all are doing but she longed for that eternal rest. The Coventry Hills church has had you and her in our prayers constantly throughout her illness.
It was six years ago last month that my dear wife made that transition so I can truthfully say that there will be a big hole left in your life. However, God knows how to fill that spot so my prayer is that he will give you comfort and strength to continue.
I will be in MS the 2nd week of June. If you are around perhaps I will see you then.
May 19, 2015 at 6:26 pm
We are so very sorry for your loss. What a wonderful Christian lady! –Andy & Marsha Robison
May 19, 2015 at 8:26 pm
Louis, you are in mine and Karen’s prayers. We are so sorry for your loss, May God bless you and your family through this difficult time, and may you have comfort in knowing God is faithful to His promise of eternal life for those in Christ Jesus.
Robert Johnson
May 19, 2015 at 9:29 pm
Louis, I am praying for you. It hurts to lose a loved one. Let me know if I can listen or help.
May 19, 2015 at 11:47 pm
We are so sorry, Louis. Sister Bonnie touched and blessed so many lives. She will be unbelievably missed. May God give you and your family comfort during this time of loss.
May 20, 2015 at 7:55 am
Louis, we are so sorry to hear this. You both have done so much in your lives to help others, and Bonnie’s smile and love showed Christ in everything she did. You have been in my prayers every morning and will continue to be. May God comfort you and your family. We love you all.
May 20, 2015 at 4:14 pm
Louis, when I think of the word “team,” I think of you and Bonnie. I cannot imagine the emotional blow of no longer having her at your side. She was truly a virtuous woman who helped make you a man respected in the gates. We have remained vigilant in prayer for her and now continue to do so for you. You are a dear brother.
May 30, 2015 at 1:38 am
Hi my dear brother, the peace of God which passeth all understanding shall keep your heart and mind through Christ Jesus., I pray in Jesus name amen. Sister Caressie Northside Church Christ Butler, Ala. Where I brought the truth and it’s for sale.
May 30, 2015 at 1:42 am
help a sister out. it’s NOT for sale
May 21, 2015 at 4:00 am
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May 21, 2015 at 8:07 am
Louis we sorrow with you and at the same time rejoice that Bonnie has graduated to eternal presence with our Lord. Gordon & Jane
May 21, 2015 at 9:20 am
Louis, She was a beautiful example and helpmate, always at your side at every lectureship. Prayers will continue as you grieve for your loss.
May 21, 2015 at 10:59 pm
Bonnie was constantly writing articles and doing the other good works she was given to do or found to do. Her modest dress and continual labor of love testified to her convictions as well as her dedication. Our eldest adopted daughter was born the same year Bonnie was born. That is a sobering thought. May the Lord bless her memory in the minds of all her loved ones.