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R. Rutherford Obituary
Pensacola - R. Gerald "Grandpa" Rutherford, Jr. 65, of Pensacola passed away Monday, November 19, 2018 in his home following a courageous battle with kidney cancer.
Gerald was born November 21, 1952 in Pensacola, Florida to Royce Gerald Rutherford, Sr. and Virginia Stefani Rutherford.
He was preceded in death by his father Royce G. Rutherford, Sr.
He is survived by his loving wife of 44 amazing years, Teresa; a daughter, Jennifer L. Rutherford; a son, Gregory R. Rutherford; mother, Virginia S. Rutherford; sister, Barbara Cole Ware (John); brother, Donald W. Rutherford; grandchildren Jaxon R. Popple and Harper R. Leopard; special in-laws, Sharlene Wingate, Edward Daly (Terri), Steven Daly (Monica); many extended family members including a special cousin, Best Man and close friend, Wally Roberson.
Gerald graduated Tate High School in 1970. He completed his Refrigeration Certification at Pensacola Junior College in 1973. He was a member of the Delta Kappa Alpha Fraternity and Pensacola Big Game Fishing Club. He was employed with the Pensacola News Journal Circulation Department then Sharpe's Icemaker Distributor of Mobile as a refrigeration technician until he opened Commercial Ice Systems, Inc. in June 1981 along with his business partner and wife, Teresa.
Gerald treasured his time with their children and grandchildren and loved them dearly. He cherished his Mom who was always there for her family.
He will be greatly missed and was loved by all for his willingness to share his many talents and giving nature.
Visitation will be Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. and Funeral service Wednesday, November 28th at 11:00 a.m both at Pensacola Memorial Gardens with Fr. George Sammut officiating. Burial will follow at Pensacola Memorial Gardens.
Pallbearers will be Wally Roberson, Rusty Thompson, Billy Wingate, Christopher Daly, Edward Daly, and Steven Daly.
The family would like to thank his oncologist Dr. Inclan and staff at the Woodlands and Covenant Care team with special thanks to his nurse, Marti.
Donations may be made to Covenant Care, 501 N. 12th Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32504 or American Cancer Society in memory of R. Gerald Rutherford, Jr.
Arrangements are by Pensacola Memorial Gardens Funeral Home.
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December 1, 2018
Donald,So sorry to learn of your loss of your brother.Many memories from years gone by..I know he will be missed.Bill Davis, Jr.
Bobby Edmunds
November 28, 2018
Grew up in the same neighborhood with Gerald and have known him since our teenage years. You could always count on Gerald being the same person throughout his life. He will be greatly missed. From the Edmunds family, may you rest in peace.
Evelyn and Scott Montanye
November 27, 2018
Scott and I are so glad we got a chance to see Gerald this summer on our vacation to Florida. We are so sorry for your loss Teresa, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Peggy Ryan
November 27, 2018
Mr. Rutherford was such a wonderful man! Just know my self and Joey Richardson will always be thankful for allowing him to work with such a wonderful man and his family. I hope your family finds comfort and peace. We lost a great man on earth but heaven received a wonderful angel!
Rhonda Rollins
November 25, 2018
Gerald was such a nice man. He always had a great smile and great personality. I will miss talking with him at Gulf Ice. Such a pleasure working with him all these years.
I hope in the days ahead that your family will find comfort and peace in remembering the wonderful times you had with Gerald.
God Bless your family.
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