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Rushia Nelson Obituary
June 23, 1957 - January 6, 2025
Rushia Jane Nelson, born June 23, 1957 in El Paso, TX, left this world January 6, 2025 in Garden Ridge, TX. She was preceded in death by her mother, Blanche Little Nelson, father, William Grayson "Bill" Nelson, sister Mary Catherine "Cathy" Nelson Chappelear, and niece Rachel Marquardt Shupe. She is survived by her sister Ginna Nelson, Fischer, TX, niece Rebecca Lee Marquardt, Los Angeles, CA, nephew Bryan Grayson Chappelear, Spring, TX, great-nephew and niece Connor Paul Shupe and Caitlyn Elizabeth Shupe, Houston, TX, the love of her life Keith Lutz, Schertz, TX, and his daughter Jacque Lutz, New Braunfels, TX.
Rushia was a faithful servant to Jesus Christ at First Presbyterian Church in El Paso, TX and later at River City Church in Selma, TX. She ran her own company, Nelson & Associates, for forty five years, and at home was an accomplished baker. She created many stained glass pieces and unique bird feather art and volunteered at the Food Pantry. She traveled extensively with family and friends, including the "ChaChas" of El Paso High School, a friend group that spanned five decades. She was devoted to the many rescue dogs that she cared for through the years and asked that her ashes be spread over their graves at her beloved property and home in Garden Ridge.
A service will be held Thursday, January 16, 2025, 11 am, at River City Church in Selma, TX.
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Francyne Underwood
January 16, 2025
Rushia was a dear neighbor, kind friend and always had words of encouragement. We enjoyed many walks with our dogs together and she was always eager to bring flower bulbs from her garden and share with many neighbors. The loss of such a dear soul reminds us how fragile this life is but as Rushia knew, there´s eternal life for those that believe and we will meet up again. I imagine she was overwhelmed when she got there and all her dogs were licking her in the face. I can see her smiling face now. Rest, my friend. You are home.
Nadja Root
January 15, 2025
I had the honor and privilege of meeting and serving with Rushia at the River City Community Church Food Pantry. Rushia always had a contagious smile on her face and I agree with all who will say so; her big smile brightened and warmed the room. Who made the muffins? "Rushia," someone said. I looked for them every week (smile). They were delicious. Sweet Rushia, you will be missed. Thank you for being so kind to me and always making me feel seen. Glad I got to meet you!! Rest easy friend.
Marilyn Manford Sims
January 14, 2025
Rushia was a devoted, energetic, helpful and kind neighbor and friend. I came home one day and she had planted my bare flowerbed with bulbs. "No big deal" she said. "I had them leftover from a project." Her laughter and bright smile lit up the room. She loved history and traveling with her gave me a new appreciation for our nations´ history. I will always love you Rushia. Until we meet again in Heaven, rest in peace my sweet friend!
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