LAURA-RUTHERFORD-Obituary

LAURA PAIGE RUTHERFORD

Newton, Massachusetts

1970 - 2021

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RUTHERFORD, Laura Paige A Fierce and Loving Soul Laura Paige Rutherford, of Newton, died on January 6, 2021, three years after being diagnosed with multiple myeloma and just weeks shy of her 51st birthday. Laura had worked as CFO of the Fessenden School since 2015 and previously held financial...

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May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

I will always be grateful for your coaching and caring of Josh. You were strong and kind, and had an amazing amount of energy. We miss your presence on the filed and in the ‘hood.

Dear John, Vandry, and Finn,
My heartfelt condolences for your incredible loss. Laura always greeted us with a huge smile and her infectious laugh as we walked in the neighborhood and passed by your house. Please know we are always here for you. May her memory be a blessing. The Millers

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I am stunned by the news of Laura's passing. I will forever remember you. Rest in peace my friend.

Her smile and humor brightened our shared time at Pearson. A true and grounded person and professional. Sincerest condolences.

My sincere sympathy to Laura's family. She loved you very much. I am a Fessenden friend who always enjoyed chatting with Laura. When she smiled, the space around her lit up. I am so sorry for your loss.
Joy Paine

I am so honored and grateful to have known you Laura. As my parents and siblings say, you are my sister from other parents. I miss your drive, fairness, your compassion, your love, “ta joie de vivre”. Van, Fin, when I broke the news to Paul, he looked at me and said: “but mom who is going to take care of Van and Fin now?” and I told him, Uncle John is there, Grandma Jayne is there and all of us are there. Never forget we are there for you. John, the first time I heard about you was when Laura...

Rest in peace dear Laura. As a friend of your Mother, I had the wonderful
privilege of watching you grow into a loving and "fierce" woman who knew exactly who you were and how you wanted to carry yourself in the world. You will be missed but your spirit will remain. Helen Babcock