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1921
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2015
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Catherine Rutledge Obituary
She was born on November 24, 1921 in Claremont, VA to the late Steve and Mary (Ladamercki) Race. Catherine married Bertram Turner in November 1946 in Glendale, CA and he passed away in July 1950. Catherine then married Blair Rutledge on March 9, 1957 in Montebello, CA. Catherine and Blair spent many years living in Milwaukee, until moving to Jackson in the early 1980's, and enjoyed their snowbird time in Nevada. Blair passed away on July 19, 1995.
Catherine was a member of St. James Episcopal Church, West Bend. She enjoyed knitting, sewing, crocheting, and was a fabulous cook. She also enjoyed square dancing with the Falls Promanaders and especially spending time with her family.
She is survived by a daughter, Ilona (Mark) Fridl; a granddaughter, Michelle (Brian) Williams; great-granddaughter, Briana Smith; other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Steve & Mary Race; her husbands, Bertram Turner and Blair Rutledge; a sister, Margaret Mary Vleit, and three brothers, Mike Race & Steve Race, and John Race.
A Funeral Mass in remembrance of Catherine will be held on Saturday, January 10th at 11:00 am at St. James Episcopal Church, 148 S. 8th Ave., West Bend. Rev. Richard Craig III will be the celebrant. Visitation will be Saturday at the church from 9:00 am until the time of Mass. Burial will follow in Washington County Memorial Park, West Bend
Memorials to St. James Episcopal Church are appreciated.
Myrhum – Patten Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.myrhum-patten.com
Memories and Condolences
for Catherine Rutledge
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Cliff and Dawn Simske
January 24, 2015
We met Cathy and Blair at a Newcomers' meeting in Milwaukee and very soon treasured their warmth, love and understanding. A few years later, they had just arrived for a week's visit the day Dawn's Dad died. They became replacement parents and our very best friends. We visited them in WI and Pahrump NV as often as we could and they traveled to visit us wherever we lived.
Cathy was a true gentlewoman with a great sense of humor. She never failed to show her affection for our whole family. We can't think of anyone
we would have better chosen to prepare our way to the Lord. She will always be remembered with love.
We send our deepest condolences and prayers to her friends and family whom she loved so dearly.
January 20, 2015
I miss you, Grandma. You meant the world to me. I will carry you in my heart forever.
Nina Radcliffe
January 9, 2015
Catherine was a gentle, kind, wonderful woman who always enjoyed life. She smiled freely and gave generously. Our Friday morning group has missed having her with us.
Mary McCann
January 9, 2015
Over the time I came to know Catherine, I grew to love her as my own mother. Sometimes, she even scolded me as if she were my mother. I will miss her greatly. She was a shining light in my life.
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