Mt. Morris, Michigan
RUTHERFORD, Frank R. Of Mt. Morris, age 94, died Tuesday, March 10, 2015 at his residence. Funeral service will be held 1pm Monday, March 16, 2015 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Flint, Reverend James F. Offrink officiating. Burial in Flint Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family. Visitation 1-8pm Sunday and 11am Monday until the time of the service at the funeral home. Frank was born in Flint on February 18, 1921, the son of Harry E. and Isabelle Leake Rutherford. Frank served in the U.S. army during World War II in North Africa, Italy, France and Germany as an Allied Liaison Service with the First French Army Corp. Frank was employed by Buick Motor Company from 1940-48. He joined the Flint Police Department in December of 1948. He was then promoted to Detective in 1954 and the Detective Sergeant in 1964. Frank implemented the Police School Liaison Program, Bryant School in 1958; Junior Police Program, Pierson School in 1962; Flint Police School Cadet Program in 1967; High School Cadet Program in 1967; Institute for Police School Liaison Officers with the Flint Community Schools in 1967; Youth Services Section, Flint Police Department in 1967; Police-Community Service Officer Program, Police School Community Service Building at Clark School. Frank retired from the Flint Police Department in 1973. He was employed with the Flint Community Schools in 1974 and implemented Police-School related programs at Flint Community Schools in 1974 at Clark School. Frank also assisted in National Implementation of Police-School-Liaison Programs. Even though Frank had many awards, his greatest awards were his wife, sons, daughter and grandchildren, who he loved and cherished dearly. We will miss him every day! The Houghton Lake Cottage was his favorite place to go in the summer with his family. Surviving are wife, Betty Lou; children, Bill Swain, Tim, Frank, Shawn Kenny and Rodger, Tom (Kim) and Randy (Linda); 13 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, son, Harry Douglas, brothers, Jim and Alwood, grandson, Jason. The family extends a thank you to Gentiva Hospice, especially Mary Cassady. Your condolences may be shared with the family at swartzfuneralhomeinc.com
So many memories of the time our families interacted in Houghton Lake. I always used to look forward to you all coming up during the summer. I am so sorry to hear of Frank's passing, but what a blessing for the many years you had together with him. My parents, Bob and Dorothy were very fond of both Frank and Betty. May all of your memories be joyous. I can be reached at: [email protected]
Tom Harrier
July 23, 2015 | Galena, MO
Frank, may God give you and your family strength to see you through this time of sorrow. Your dad was a special person and will be missed by all who knew him. May the memories you have carry you through this difficult time. Know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Henry and Estela Morales
March 15, 2015 | Clio, MI
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Pam Kewin
March 15, 2015 | Burto, MI
Shawn, I was so sorry to hear about your Dad, I want you to know that My heart an prayers are with you an your family,Saying a special prayer for your Mom,Love an hug's for you as you face the day's ahead & strength from Heaven in Jesus name
March 15, 2015
Although we didn't know Mr.Frank Rutherford personally we know by reading the messages to his Family and hearing our Dear Friend Frank talk about his Dad, that we wish he had been in our lives! We are sending hugs and prayers to the Rutherford Family in this sad time and pray Our Lord wraps you all in his arms and gives you the strength to endure this loss! God Bless you! Barb and Jim Devine
March 15, 2015
What a great person Frank was. He was so wonderful with the children when he was the school officer and knew all the families at Jefferson School. I have told so many people about him because we all admired him and his compassion for the children.
Lorene Wilson
March 14, 2015
I am so sorry for the loss of a man I hardly knew, But of the conversations we had were so great and memorable. I will remember him for a long time. Thank you Frank Sr. for the beautiful words that were shared.
Van Bueche
March 12, 2015 | Mt. Morris, MI
I'm so sorry for the loss of Uncle Frank.I hope you all will find some peace and comfort through all of your fond memories .My love to all of you.
Dee/ Denise Musset
March 12, 2015 | Clare, MI
Dear Linda, Randy and family,
Please know that others grieve with you. I'm sorry for your loss, you are in my prayers.
Becky
Rebecca Gale-Gonzalez
March 12, 2015 | Flint, MI
