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Ellen Rutledge Obituary

Rutledge, Ellen Louise
of Mesa, Az, died peacefully at Hospice of the Valley, Phx. Az, May 17, 2011,with her children at her side. She was born February 1, 1940, in Butler, Pa. and was the daughter of Leland F. Iman and Florence L. Ditz. Ellen graduated from Butler H.S. in 1958 and in 1993 from M.C.C, Mesa, Az. with a degree in Interior Design. Survivors are her children, Tracy Rutledge Madison (Chris); Frank Rutledge lll (Jean); Christy Lynn Rutledge; grandchildren Addison and Jackson Rutledge; siblings, Joanne Miller, Leland F. (Norma), Arthur E. (Harriett) Iman and former husband, Frank Rutledge Jr. She was preceded in death by Robert and Edna Iman and Ralph Miller. Ellen enjoyed playing bridge with long time friends and had a passion for gardening and cooking. Memorial services are Saturday, May 21, 2011 at 3:00 pm. at Lakeshore Mortuary, 1815 S. Dobson, Mesa, 85202. Donations to Hospice of the Valley are requested in lieu of flowers.
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Published by The Arizona Republic on May 20, 2011.

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Lyn Gordon

May 20, 2011

Frank, I am truely sorry for your loss but your Mom is at peace now and not suffering anymore and memmories are forever.
Take this time for you and your family to heal, love, cherish every moment, spend as much quality time with your family, and remember that your Mom will always be looking after you and your family and will always be with you.
God bless you and your family and you are in my prayers.

Monique Ruiz

May 20, 2011

Christy and family, im so truly sorry for your loss. Your mom was a awesome person who made the greatest apple desserts....she will be missed. You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers honey. we love you Koot

Margie Silva

May 20, 2011

Frank, I am so sorry, she is not hurting anymore. God is taking care of her now. As a mother myself take of you and your family and let her momories be with you forever.

Rosemary McDonnell

May 19, 2011

Frank, Jean and family,

I am so sorry for your loss. I am keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Rosemary

May 19, 2011

Frank and Family,
I wish I could offer you and your family words to ease your pain during this difficult time, but words cant replace your loss. Even though your mother has gone on to a better place she will live in your memory and in your heart for the rest of your life. Take time to reflect back on all the good times you shared with her and other family members. In memory of your mother, my wife, daughter and I would be honored to make a donation to the Ryan House. Know that you have a great support group here at work and talk to us when you feel the need.

Gary, Kathy & Kirsten Hahn

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