Jewell Goodwin Rushing
November 11, 1935 – February 16, 2025

On February 16, 2025, Jewell Goodwin Rushing, age 89, went to be with her Lord and Savior. She was born to Elmer and Edna Goodwin on November 11, 1935, in DeFuniak Springs, FL, where she remained as a life long resident. She was Baptist by faith and the final founding member of Baldwin Avenue Baptist Church, where she played the piano for more than 50 years.  Any time the doors were open, she was there. She retired from Associated Land Title after a long career of 30+ years. Over the years she was involved in numerous community organizations, to include the Chamber of Commerce, The Kiwanis Club, the clothing closet at her church, and Tri-County Community Council for 10 years.  She loved spending time outdoors, tending to her many plants, spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren, shopping at Dillard's and Belk's for herself and those she loved, and having family gather at her home for every occasion.

Throughout her life, Jewell was known for her gentle spirit and unwavering dedication to her family, community, and church. She coached a girl's softball team in the 1960's and volunteered at the elementary school as a "gray lady" in the clinic. She glowed with pride when she as able to welcome her first great great grandchild into the world in 2022. Her warmth and compassion touched the lives of everyone who knew her, leaving lasting memories and a legacy of generosity. Whether through her work, her volunteer efforts, or simply the everyday moments shared with loved ones, Jewell's impact was profound and enduring.

Jewell is preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Edna Goodwin, her husband Delmar Rushing, daughter Debbie Infinger, and granddaughter Nikki Pitman.

She is survived by her daughters: Cindi Murphy Cooper (David), Kim Rushing Wagner (Bubba), grandchildren: Natasha Cooper, Chaise Nowling, and Coley Lewis (Chris): great grandchildren, Caylee Arnold (Dylan), Hannah Cooper (Josh), Mariah Leverette, Brynlee Pitman, Saylor Pitman, Peyton Infinger, Avery Nowling, Chaise Nowling Jr, Emma Lewis, Isaac Lewis, Abby Lewis, and Eli Lewis, one great great grandchild: Lynlee Arnold, as well as her special friend, Jerry Kelley. She also leaves behind her beloved dog, Anna. She is also survived by one niece, Jackie Herring.While words can hardly capture the fullness of her life, her family and friends will carry her in their hearts forever.

A time of visitation will be held from 6:00 – 8:00 PM, Thursday. February 20, 2025 at Clary-Glenn Funeral Home Chapel; 230 Park Avenue, DeFuniak Springs, Florida 32435.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, February 21, 2025 at Clary-Glenn Funeral Home Chapel.

Flowers are being accepted.

Pallbearers will be Chaise Nowling, Dylan Arnold, Josh Machado, Turtle Bracewell, Peyton Infinger, and Chris Lewis. Honorary pallbearers will be Saylor Pitman and Chaise Nowling Jr.

Burial will be held at Magnolia Cemetery.

Jewell Goodwin Rushing will be deeply missed, but her spirit and the memories she created will remain in our hearts forever.