Life After Janie

God gave us Janie on January 8th, 1928 and took her home Friday night, April 16th, 2021 at the age of 93. She is survived by her four children Marsha Ann Fielland (Ted), Dewell H. Rushing Jr. (Linda), and twins Donnie Alvin and Donna Sue Rushing. She also leaves seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Janie loved boating, dancing, chocolate, peanut butter, animals, and enriching the lives of children. She was a true Floridian, a Tampa native, and graduated from Hillsborough High School in 1945 where she was head Majorette. Janie held the first 24/7 daycare in Tampa and continued caring for children for over 50 years. She was the mother to thousands as her heart was big enough for every child that walked through her door. Janie could make a song out of anything and spontaneously sang her heart out every time. Janie truly lived a long, purpose-driven life and had such a beautiful appreciation for life, living every moment to the fullest. She left her mark on generations of children and families in the area and will be truly missed. Her service will be held at 4:00pm on Friday, April 23, 2021 at Temple Terrace Community Church, 210 Inverness Avenue, Temple Terrace, FL. 33617. In lieu of flowers, we would like to support Donna & Donnie in their transitional period in life after Janie. Please make checks payable to Donna Rushing, or through her GoFundMe page. We appreciate your support during this hard time for our family.