Russell "Rusty" Nelson Ewing
November 3, 1952 ~ October 3, 2023
ROCKY MOUNT – Russell “Rusty” Nelson Ewing, age 70, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, October 3, 2023. Born in Durham County, NC on November 3, 1952, he was the son of the late Edwin Eldridge Ewing and Carolyn "Carol" Ann Johnson Ewing. He is also preceded in death by his grandparents who raised him, Linton and Ruby Johnson; his brother, Zane Ewing and his Aunt Nancy Hart.
Rusty was a proud veteran of the United States Army. He met the love of his life, Jamie, in May of 1974 and five months later married her. A man of great faith, Rusty was a member of West Haven Presbyterian Church in Rocky Mount in addition to Grace Covenant Church. He loved his Lord and Savior with all his heart and served in many capacities within the church throughout the years. Because of his love and care for people, his favorite act of serving his Lord was by helping others through various outreach programs. A loving husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend to many, Rusty will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Rusty is survived by his wife of 49 years, Jamie Bullard Ewing; his son, James Russell Ewing (Lex); his brothers, Anthony Ewing and Tony Beylotte; his Aunts, Linda Stewart and Aunt Dorothy “Tinkie” Watts; and his Uncle Charles Russell, Jr.; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A Celebration of Rusty’s life will be held on Saturday, October 28, 2023, at 1:00 PM at West Haven Presbyterian Church, 1001 W. Haven Blvd, Rocky Mount, NC 27803, with Rev. Tyler Williams officiating. Burial will follow the services at Pineview Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be from 12:00 PM to 12:45 PM prior to the service in the Sanctuary of West Haven Presbyterian Church.
Flowers are welcome or memorials may be made in Rusty’s memory to a veteran’s charity of choice.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Only good memories of Rusty..he always made you feel like he was genuinely glad to see you. Will miss him
I am so sorry, Jamie! I am praying for comfort and peace for you. I know your faith is strong enough to carry you through the difficult days. Jim and I are living in Banner Elk and won’t be able to get to Rocky Mount for the service, but know that I will continue to pray for you.
With deepest sympathy, Rusty is with the angels.
” He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. And whoever lives and believes in Me shall never die. “
Jamie and Jay: Sending you and your family warm wishes of peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Sent with love and remembrance for Rusty and with our deepest sympathy, The Conti Family (Dawn,Phil, Matt, Daniel, Christine, Landon ,Maclin, Lilly)
Rusty you will Always be Loved and Missed Deeply by our Family, you werent Just our Pastor but you became Friend and Family!Till we meet again!!
I’ve always thought of Rusty as my brother, and also my brother in Christ. He and his precious wife Jamie reached out to our family with open arms and wide open hearts. His love for Jesus is as strong as I’ve seen. I will miss his heart, his love for people and his contagious laugh. Through him, Jesus gifted him as a Pastor, and he will always be in my family’s heart, the very best Pastor. We will miss him beyond words, though I know Jesus loves having him at Home. A beautiful blessing to all who know him. Love forever, Sherry, Brandy and Taylor
With deepest sympathy,Love, Kathy and Greg Stopka