Joy Lois Rutter

Nancy, I just learned of your mom's passing. I am so sorry. Although I don't believe I ever met her, I've certaily heard many stories about her and your dad. I know you will miss her deeply. My mom has been gone 13 years already and there are so many times I wish I could pick up the phone or get in the car and go talk to her. Mike and I will keep you and your dad in our thoughts and prayers. Blessings to you and your whole family. Mike and Emma

In 1943 Joy and I started high school at what was then called, Shasta Union High School. We had common interests, sewing and many others, not just boys.
We married the "loves of our life"!
We were pregnant together, I with Tim, now deceased, Joy with Nancy. Proud mothers were we! Beautiful babies, more to follow. Still proud.
Many years passed; I was teaching at Sequoia, then called Jr. High. It was my pleasure to have as students, her three grandchildren, Terry (AKA...

My Dear Friend, I'm so very sorry for your loss. Know that you and your family are in my prayers. Love you lots.

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Rutter family, I am so sorry for your loss. This sure brought back memories of the Oregon Trail Riders. I still look off to the left every time I head up I-5 and remember your house. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Her artisic talent lives on in her children, grandchildren and many more generations. Her beautiful paintings grace our walls and bring peace and happiness to our home. Love you Grandma
Heith, Shannon and Edelmann Family

Love how she always seemed to find time to send me letters, keeping me updated on everything, and talked about everyone as if I actually had a clue who they are.