Clifton is survived by his wife, Lisa Ochsner Rushing; son Hayden Rushing; son Kevin Rushing and wife Kayla their children Zaidenn, Wyatt and Ruby; mother Frances Deculus; brother Jimmy Doyle Rushing and sister Charlotte Rodriguez.
Clifton enjoyed hunting and spending time with his family outdoors. Clifton spent his life as a soldier with the United States Army, serving in multiple overseas operations and eventually reaching the rank of Staff Sergeant and earned the high honor of being in the Sergeant Morales Club. Clifton was known for his great sense of humor and for his strong friendships. Clifton was a fierce friend who would do anything for those he cared for. Clifton and his wife Lisa enjoyed spending time with family and friends, and they loved hosting gatherings and parties.
Clifton was preceded in death by his father Jessie Merle Rushing; stepfather Milton Deculus; grandfather Clifton Oliver "Oss" Rushing; grandfather Roy Rogers and grandmother Ancie Belle Rogers.
A graveside celebration of Clifton's life will be held on Saturday, August 31 at 10:00 AM at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, 4955 Pine, Beaumont, Texas 77703.
In lieu of flowers contributions in Clifton's memory may be made to:
American Cancer Society, https://www.cancer.org/involved/donate.html; and
Wounded Warrior Project, https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/donate.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.forestlawnmpfh.com for the Rushing family.
