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Dale Rutherford Obituary
Dale Steven Rutherford, 55, of Littlestown, PA, died January 22 at York Hospital, York, PA. Born on November 12, 1956 in Buffalo, NY, he was the son of Janet Steven Rutherford of Sarasota, FL and the late Douglas Hubert Rutherford. He was the longtime companion of Marianne Cross. He was a graduate of Severna Park High School, class of 1974. He was a disabled veteran of the United States Air Force. He was once a contractor with Harrington Builders and enjoyed hunting, fishing, building and remodeling, spending time with his Pomeranian, Krissy, and was a fan of the Washington Redskins. Surviving him are children, Danielle M. and husband Josh Russell of Utah, Andrew S. Rutherford of Littlestown, PA, and Sara C. Rutherford of Gambrills; twin sister, Deborah R. and husband Richard Rausch of Annapolis; brother, Scott D. and wife Anne Rutherford of Severna Park; sister, Pamela R. and husband Ricky Jeffreys of Goochland, VA; grandchildren, Tate, Beya, Dax, and Boe Russell; nieces and nephews, Jessica Rausch and Douglas, Corey and Tara Rutherford; and former spouse, Cynthia Heckerman. A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Interment will be private. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Rd., Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256 or www.woundedwarriorproject.org Online condolences may be made at www.prittsfuneralhome.com
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for Dale Rutherford
February 4, 2012
To all the Rutherford Family
I was a childhood friend of Dale's and as a boy and young man he was a wonderful person. I was so very sorry to hear he was ill and passed away. You are all in my prayers.
Dorothy Wilson Gregg
STCU YORK HOSPITAL
January 27, 2012
We are so sorry for the loss of Dale. Even when he wasn't feeling good, he still joked around with us and we had such a great time with him. So glad we got to meet his family.We only knew him for a short while, but we will miss him. So many people that have taken care of him have called in to the unit to see how he was doing.God Bless your family and Dale you will be sorely missed.
Chrissy Clemmer
January 26, 2012
Sarah and Andrew,
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this time of such sorrow. I'm sure your dad is a better place now. Love you both very much.
Danielle & Josh Russell, daughter & grandchildren
January 26, 2012
January 26, 2012
Sara C Rutherford, Daughter
cynthia heckerman
January 26, 2012
Andrew S Rutherford, Son
cynthia heckerman
January 26, 2012
cynthia heckerman
January 26, 2012
cynthia heckerman
January 26, 2012
cynthia heckerman
January 26, 2012
Nancy Bauman Cristiano
January 26, 2012
I was a classmate of Dale's and I remember him and his sister well. I'm sending my sincere condolences to his family and friends. I hope with all my heart you can find comfort in one another at such a difficult time.
Cynthia Heckerman
January 26, 2012
Cynthia Heckerman
January 26, 2012
Cynthia Heckerman
January 26, 2012
Cynthia Heckerman
January 26, 2012
Robert Murray
January 26, 2012
Deborah,
My prayers are with you and your family - I feel your grief having just lost my brother Randy last month.
The Austin family
January 25, 2012
We are sending our love and prayers.. Dale will always watch over his family and friends from the heavens. We hope you find comfort in knowing Dale is at peace.
January 25, 2012
May you find comfort at this time knowing that Dale is with Him. My prayers are with the entire family at this time. Sincerely, Janis Davern, Severna Park MD
January 25, 2012
Rest in peace Dale
Christine McCreary
January 25, 2012
My deepest sympathies to the Rutherford family.
"Death is nothing else but going home to God, the bond of love will be unbroken for all eternity." - Mother Teresa
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