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R.I. P. Jim
Ron Steffens
January 16, 2026 | Family


Kentwood, Michigan
10/07/1946 - 01/11/2026
October 7, 1946 – January 11, 2026James Patrick Rutherford, a man with a voice as big as his heart and opinions even bigger, passed away on January 11th, 2026. Born on October 7, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan, Jim never lost his Detroit roots-or his love for the Tigers-no matter how far west life...
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Ron Steffens
January 16, 2026 | Family
Love you Jess and I´m here for you. Praying for you all!!
sheila
January 15, 2026 | Friend
Rutherford´s so very sorry to hear about Jim. We have so many great memories. Love and big hugs to the whole family.
Karen Alter
January 15, 2026 | Friend
Jessica, Kaleb and Jordyn, I am truly sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers.
Keely
January 15, 2026 | Other
Though hadn´t seen you and yours in a long while, was kept informed by the Detroit contingency after leaving Colorado. The picture chosen was perfect, holds the spirit of who you were as a person. I can hear your voice, sharing stories, always with a precocious smile, letting the listener know a truly humorous tale was about to unfold, including us, even though we weren´t present during its origination. You and Suzi made a great team. Hadn´t seen Andrew or Jessica since they were kids, now...
Bobbi
January 15, 2026 | Friend
Oh Suzy. I am so very sorry. Sending prayers.
Karen Calavenna
January 15, 2026 | Friend
Losing a loved one is so sad and my heart breaks for all of you! Words cannot describe the loss that is felt! Your family are all in my thoughts and prayers! I had only met your Dad but he left a wonderful legacy behind by the life he lived and the family he loved!
Sherry Born
January 15, 2026 | Friend
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. And may our prayers carry your sorrows away!
Joanne
January 15, 2026 | Friend
Jim, FDT. My motto, too. Though we didn´t know you well, you will surely be missed on Woodberry. Drive Dave & Mari
Mari Beswick
January 14, 2026 | Friend