I have a lot to say about Gramps' funeral, but I think I will put the majority of my feelings about it in our hand written family journal. His funeral was incredible, because he was an incredible man. He was a great example of sincere Christ-like love, service, humor, and endurance. I hope to follow his example.
Obituary for Clyde Leavitt Rushton
Clyde Leavitt Rushton, 97, passed away Wednesday, November 26, 2014 at his home in Lakewood, WA. He was born May 15, 1917 in Logandale Nevada to Frederick John and Mabel Leavitt Rushton. Married Grace Norris in 1942 in Tacoma and after her passing a second wife Carroll McMullin in 1985. Clyde is preceded in death by his wives Grace and Carroll, a son Edwin, 13 siblings, a step-son David (Tracy) McMullen. Survived by 6 sons and 1 daughter; Denton Clyde and Sandra (Hughes) of Lakewood, Harold and Jill (Boronda) of Albequerque, NM, John and Candace (Larson) of Puyallup, Paul and Patsy (Bender) of Gig Harbor, Robert and Laurie (Hansen) of Midland TX, Ted Rushton of Gilbert AR, Barbara and Curt Pollard of Lacey; 44 grandchildren, 107 great grandchildren, and 5 great-great grandchildren; one brother, Ned Rushton, Bountiful, UT; two sisters, Edith (Robert) Fryberger, Great Falls, MT, and Mary (Leon) Inman, Graham, WA; 7 Step-Children; Jolayne (John) Eastman, Graham, Lynette (Larry) Clark, Federal Way, Phil (Joy) McMullin, Vashon Island, Jerry (Connie) McMullin, Caldwell, ID, Nadine (David) Adams, Portland, OR, Wallace (Kim) McMullin, Renton, WA; 30 step-grandchildren, 105 great step-grandchildren, and 5 great, great step-grandchildren.
Clyde served in the Army 41st division WWII from 1941-45. He was a carpenter by trade and had a family business. He retired from Ft. Lewis in Civil Service as an engineer. He is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His life revolved around his family, his church, friends, carpentry and quilting. Funeral services will be Saturday, December 6 11:00 AM at Steilacoom Chapel, 10018 Farwest Drive SW, Lakewood, WA. Viewing prior to the funeral at 9:30 am.
Here is the cousin choir during practice. There were 43 voices heard singing praises to God in Gramps' favorite hymns. The spirit was so strong.
It's not often that we sisters can get together without kids. It was a little crazy fun.
There were 320 people that attended the funeral. The chapel and over-flow were full. So many people loved and admired Gramps. I am blessed to be numbered among his posterity. This shot above was taken at the family luncheon.
Mom got us some fun aprons from my cousin Wendy.
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