Robert
Visitation will be conducted Tuesday, May 8th, 2018 from 12:00 Noon until the time of the service at 2:00 PM. (2 hours prior to the service).
Pine River United Church

Cemetery:
Ripley Cemetery, Ripley, ON
In Memory of
Robert "Bob" Kenneth Rutledge
July 17th, 1931 - May 4th, 2018

Place of Death

South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Kincardine, Ontario

Obituary

Robert Kenneth Rutledge of Ripley passed away on May 4, 2018 at the Kincardine Hospital at the age of 86. He was the beloved husband of the late Gloria Rutledge (Mead) who predeceased him in 2014. Bob was born in Kincardine on July 17, 1931 to his late parents Frances (Harrison) and George Rutledge. Bob will be dearly missed by his children Bill (Colleen) Rutledge of Ripley, Dawna Rutledge of Fergus, Gary (Anita) Rutledge of Ripley and Vicki (Jeff) Czywczynski of North Dakota. Cherished Papa of Cassandra Robert (Alex Rimpilainen), Carson Rutledge, Tyson Rutledge, Skylar Rutledge and Serena Rutledge, all of Ripley. Survived by his brother Allan (Eleanor) Rutledge of Kincardine, and sister in law Bev Peterbaugh of Ripley. Predeceased by his sister in law Gay Rutledge and an infant son. Visitation will be conducted on Tuesday May 8th, 2018 at the Pine River United Church, from 12:00 noon until the time of the Memorial Service at 2:00 PM.

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Message from Margot Messengr2018-05-11 06:38:40

My sincere condolence to all the Rutledge family on the recent loss of your Father and Grandfather!  God Bless,

Message from Margaret Thompson2018-05-09 10:02:44

To the Rutlege families.  My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.  Sincerely, Marg.

Message from Brian and Wendy Pollock2018-05-08 13:33:14

To Gary and Anita and all of Bobs family we send our sincere condolences. He always had a lovely smile and a friendly welcoming way about him. We hope your happy memories will help to ease your sense of loss at this time. Your in our hearts and thoughts. Brian and Wendy Pollock.

Message from Mary Anne Kukoly2018-05-08 11:26:48

Dear Rutledge family please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult day and for the times to follow.  Your friend.  Mary Anne

Message from Joyce Cotter (Clark)2018-05-08 09:55:18

I am sorry for the loss of your Father.  He was my Dad's best friend and I still remember some of the stories Dad told us about their youthful adventures.  Like my Dad, Bob had an affectionate nature, a twinkle in his eye and a grin from ear to ear.  Your Dad had a wonderful talent with his voice and could bring tears to your eyes when you listened to him.  My prayers are with you and your family.  Bob is at peace with the Lord now and I hope this brings you peace and comfort in the difficult days ahead.

Sincerely,

Joyce Cotter (Clark)

Message from Marg Stevenson2018-05-08 09:05:23

My Condolences to all the Rutledge families ...Bob was always friendly & cheery & loved a good chat , such a talented singer ,too.He will be missed by so many ....you are in my thoughts & prayers at this sad time .....Marg Stevenson   

Message from Jane Loghrin2018-05-07 21:12:31

I am thinking of you all at this difficult time. Gloria and Bob were 2 of my favorite folks who came into the office. We always had a lovely chat with lots of laughter and warm smiles. Never to be forgotten! 

Jane-Dr. W. Ralph Bruce's offcie..front desk. 

Message from Gail and Brian Johnson2018-05-07 13:33:08

We send you our deepest sympathy in the loss of your beloved Dad and Grandfather. Bob's presence will be missed by all those who had the privilege of knowing him. May treasured memories from happier, healthier times bring you comfort in the days ahead.

Sincerely Gail and Brian Johnson and family

 

Message from Sharon Teeple2018-05-07 10:20:22

Dawna,  I am so sorry to read of your Dad's passing.  May the wonderful memories of happier times brings smiles to you in the days ahead.  I would like to hear from you sometime, by email or YOU KNOW where I am!  The years have quickly slipped by since your time here at CLWD.  Thinking of you in the days ahead.  Sharon Teeple

Message from Kevin and Gayle Hanniman2018-05-07 07:00:44

Our deepest sympathy to Bill, Dawna, Gary, Vicki and families in the loss of your wonderful father and grandfather.  Uncle Bob was a strong presence in our family and his distinctive laughter, singing and interesting conversations will be truly missed.

Message from Wayne and Joan Hartwick2018-05-07 05:49:05

Our deepest sympathy to Bob's family.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time.

Years ago we took a bus trip to the east Coast with Bob and Gloria.  They decided to stay at the motel the day the rest of us did the Cabot Trail, did not know until afterwards the reason why!  They could not handle the heights!  But neither could be I!

Bob always had time for a chat whenever we saw him, enjoyed a chat when we visited Rvilla!

Treasure the memories, they last forever!  

Sincerely,

Wayne and Joan 

Message from Lynda Cerson2018-05-06 22:31:59

Sincere to the Rutledge family. 

Message from Patricia Weir2018-05-06 22:08:34

Sorry to hear of Bob’s passing.  Sincere Condolences to his family.  Thinking of you at this sad time.

Message from Pauline & Neil Richardson2018-05-06 18:54:48

Our thoughts are with the family.......Bob was our neighbour at R-Villa.

Message from Revrand Bruce Aitken2018-05-06 18:52:09

My fondest memories of Bob is his singing voice with the quartet at Clarks United Church on the 12th of Huron. The church experience at Clarks was the foundation of my faith and the inspiration of my 30+ years of ministry.  Bob always had a cheery smile and a keen interested in the lives of others. May the God of peace surround all of you, his precious family in these days. 

Message from Kevin and Gayle Hanniman2018-05-06 17:11:05

Our deepest sympathy to Bill, Dawna, Gary, Vicki and families in the loss of your wonderful father and grandfather.  Uncle Bob was a strong presence in our family and his distinctive laughter, singing and interesting conversations will be truly missed.

Message from Rob & Donna Middelkamp 2018-05-05 09:55:48

Our Deepest Sympathy to Bob's Family on his passing never easy lossing someone so close . Sending hugs to you all at this difficult time . You Guys will all be in our thoughts .

Message from Corey and Suzanne Kummer2018-05-05 07:06:53

Dear Bill, Dawna, Gary, Vicki and extended families, we are so sorry to learn of Great Uncle Bob’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with with you and your families. Corey, Suzanne, Ashlyn and Kaelyn  Kummer. 

Message from Terry&Marilyn Kummer2018-05-04 23:06:21

Our sincere sympathy to the Rutledge family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.