Jess A. Rutledge
July 19, 1922
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May 1, 2016
Jess A. Rutledge, 93, of Scottsburg, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, May 1, 2016 at his residence. He was born on July 19, 1922 in Woffard, Kentucky, the son of the late Samuel Rutledge and Exie (Franklin) Rutledge. Jess was retired owner and operator of Jess Neon Sign Company in Scottsburg, Indiana, a member of the First Baptist Church, where he had previously served as an Elder and Deacon. He was U.S. Army veteran of WW II, a graduate of the Neon Florescent Engineering School in Louisville, Kentucky, a former Vienna Township Trustee and enjoyed hunting. Jess was married on June 19, 1948 to Mildred L. (Hibbs) Rutledge, who survives. He was preceded in death by five sisters, Mary Agnes and Dorothy Lea Rutledge, Helen Wiggam, Wanda Dunaway and Marie Kelley and two brothers, Junior and Glennis “Red” Rutledge. Survivors in addition to his wife include three sons, Jess Vance Rutledge (Carolyn), Bruce Rutledge and John Rutledge all of Scottsburg, Indiana; four daughters, Darylis Rose (Gary) of Mt. Washington, Kentucky, LaVerne Schick (Bill), Debbie Bixler (Robert) and Becki Craig (John) all of Scottsburg, Indiana; thirteen grandchildren and nineteen great grandchildren.
1:00 pm Wednesday, May 4, 2016
at Collins Funeral Home with burial in Scottsburg Cemetery. Visitation: 11:00 am to 1:00 pm Wednesday at Collins Funeral Home.
From: Vickie Amick Zajac
I am sending prayers to the entire Rutledge family. Jess is someone who always had a warm smile and handshake for everyone. I can remember on Mother's Day at church how he and Mildred would beam as the whole family would take up an entire pew and be all dressed up. He was such a kind person who volunteered for so many things. I will keep all of you in my thoughts. Vickie
From: Carolyn Leland Ostby
You are all in our prayers. Sincere sympathy and fond memories of huge family gatherings at Great Aunt Exie's. The Denton and Leland families
From: Mike & Annette Murphy
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. What a wonderful family and example you all have been. I can still remember that pew at First Baptist where you all sat and were so nicely dressed and mannered. The love and respect that you have for one another as a family is a great example for all. We know that you have many precious memories. Unfortunately, we will be out of town on Wednesday and won't be able to attend the services. But please know that we will be thinking of you and praying for you. In Christian love and sympathy.
From: Garry & Terri Bush
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. May you all find peace during this trying time.
From: JFHQ INNG IG Office
Sincerest condolences at your time of loss. Know that you are on our minds.
From: Mary Ann Hill
Dear Mildred, sons, daughters and families. You all are in my thoughts and prayers for comfort and strength. You and your children have been such an inspiration to me of love and commitment to each other, your children and to our Lord. Thank you for the opportunity to know you.
From: Charles Schuttig
May Jess's loving family and friends find comfort from Revelation 21:3, 4; With that I heard a loud voice from the throne say: “Look! The tent of God is with mankind, and he will reside with them, and they will be his people. And God himself will be with them. And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.”
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