He was born on July 11, 1926 in Cedar Key, Florida to the late Elsie and James Wallace Brush Sr.
James worked locally for Eli Witt, and was a member of Bell Shoals Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Laverne Brush; children, James (Cheryl) Brush III, Melanie Toth, Cynthia (Bruce) Britten; grandchildren; many extended family member and friends.
In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his sister, Joyce Lofton and son, John E. Brush.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.HillsboroMemorial.com for the Brush family.