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Official Obituary of

Dallas Dornell Rufus

August 1, 1954 ~ December 23, 2024 (age 70) 70 Years Old

Dallas Rufus Obituary

Dallas Dornell Rufus Sr. Was born August 1, 1954 to Richard Rufus Sr. And Beatrice Rufus. Dallas Rufus welcomed 14 beautiful children into the world. Dallas Byers of Chicago,  IL , Danielle Watkins of Chicago IL, Robert (Diana) Williams of Clarksville, TN , Kieth Williams of Benton Harbor,  MI, Dallas Thompson of OHIO, Daltese (Bobby) Williams  of Lexington,  TN, Darrenton (Elisa) Williams,  Lexington,  TN, ShaQuille Jones of Benton Harbor, MI, Danisha Rufus of Lexington,  TN, KeMurry Gill of Kalamazoo MI, Beatrice Rufus of Atlanta,  GA, Dallesha Poole of Benton Harbor,  MI , Joshua Lamont Williams of Lexington, TN,  Dallas Thomas of Grand Rapids,  MI.

Dallas resided in Lexington, TN. However,  he accepted Chris as his Savior at Brotherhood of All Nations COGIC located in Benton Harbor,  Michigan he enjoyed listening to music and cherishing every moment with friends and family. Dallas served in the Army, many years and later became a bus driver for the school district of Benton Harbor Dallas was a hard worker even at the age of 69 he always found something to do to make money. 

He shared a very special bond with his sister. Johnnie Mae Washington and his nieces and nephews. He was survived by 2 brothers, Willie and Ricky. Dotson of Cincinnati, Ohio and his sister, Johnnie may Washington of Benton Harbor Michigan.

Dallas, was preceded in death by his mother Beatrice Rufus, father Richard Rufus sr, his brother, Calvin Rufus and his brother, Richard Rufus Jr. And his son Joshua Lamont Williams.

He leaves behind a legacy of love and promise.  A heartfelt thank you for your prayers and unwavering support. During our time of bereavement, although Dallas departed this world, his loving memories will forever remain in the hearts of his family and friends. Dallas will be truly missed. Special thank you to Kelley Greear, the love of his life. 

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Services

Visitation
Friday
January 10, 2025

10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Brotherhood of All Nations C.O.G.I.C
516 Emery St
Benton Harbor, MI 49022

Celebration of Life
Friday
January 10, 2025

11:00 AM
Brotherhood of All Nations C.O.G.I.C
516 Emery St
Benton Harbor, MI 49022

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