James Buren Mullins

James Buren Mullins obituary

James Buren Mullins

James Mullins Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Rush Funeral Home - Oakdale on Sep. 3, 2025.

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Memorial services for Mr. James Buren Mullins will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 6, 2025, in the Chapel of Rush Funeral Home, Oakdale, with Reverend Joseph Ramon officiating. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m., under the direction of Rush Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Mr. Mullins, 82, of Pitkin, entered eternal rest on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital, Alexandria, LA.

He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He enjoyed working with his hands; he was always tinkering and building something. He also enjoyed the occasional trip to the casino. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his father, Buren Mullins.

Those left to mourn his loss and cherish his memory include his loving wife of fifty-eight years, Susan Diane Mullins of Pitkin; one son, James Michael Mullins (Fiancé, Shelby) of Campbell, Texas; one daughter, Tammy Ray (Michael Paul, Sr.) of Pitkin; his mother, Irene Mullins of Greenville, Texas; one brother, Eddie Mullins of Dallas, Texas; one sister, Patricia Hughey of North Carolina; three granddaughters, Brittney Ray, Rebecca Janish (James), and LeAnn Strother (Aaron); one grandson, Michael Ray, Jr. (Alicen); and ten great grandchildren.

Friends may post online messages of condolence for the Mullins family by visiting www.rushfh.com.

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