Freddie Joe

Rusher Sr.

Freddie Joe Rusher Sr., 74, of Jonesboro passed from this life on Saturday November 15, 2026 at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born August 2, 1952 in Baytown, Texas to the late Andrew and Ellen Rusher.

Freddie has lived in Northeast Arkansas for most of his life where he owned and operated his mechanic shop, Rusher Enterprises. He was a hardworking man who was loved and respected by those who knew him. Most of all, he took great pride in making sure his family was taken care of.

In addition to his parents, Freddie is preceded in death by two brothers, Lavaughn Rusher and Randel Rusher; two sisters, Shirley Long and Gail Simpson as well as an infant daughter.

Survivors include his wife, Bonnie Rusher; sons, Freddie Rusher Jr., Andy Rusher and Chris Rusher; daughters, Angela Rusher and Dawn Greene; brother, Bobby Rusher; sister, Sharon Whitaker; granddaughter, Alex Pruitt, whom he helped raise, as well as several other grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday November 17, 2026 in the Emerson Memorial Chapel. 

A celebration of life will follow the visitation at 2:00 p.m.