Tina Francine (Langford) Rusher, 70, of St. Joseph, passed away peacefully in her St. Joseph Missouri home on Monday, March 30, 2026.
Tina was born on September 30, 1955 in Frankfurt Germany to her mother, Mickie. Tina graduated from Lafayette High School in 1973 and served in the United States Air Force. She was married to her husband, Darrell Rusher, on May 7th, 1988. Both Tina and Darrell shared a love for animals and provided a loving home to their beloved pets. Tina carried her love of animals into her work at All Creatures Animal Hospital for many years as the office manager.
Tina enjoyed spending time with her family and closest friends and was known for her wild stories and great sense of humor.
She is survived by her sister, Glenda (Bill) Furlong. 4 children, Dan (Melody) Langford, Chad (Heather) Langford, Shawna (Matt) Rusher, and Jered (Jessica) Rusher. 14 grandchildren, Dakota (Dallas) Moulden, Gabrielle (Brody) Moulden, Zachary Mann, Brayden and Alex Langford, Credine and Jaxon Moore, Quentin, Camille, and Zoe Trotter, Kayle and Kourtney Hurliman, Chance Rae, Shane, Chase, and Lyla Rusher. 4 great-grandchildren, Greyson and Wrenley Langford, Letty Herbert, and Denver Moulden.
Tina was preceded in death by her loving husband, Darrell Rusher. Parents, Mickie and Dan Langford and sister Candy Langford.
Tina has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. A private graveside service will be held for family at a later date.
