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1964
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2020
Roland Rutherford Obituary
He was a machinist, employed by Sedwall Manufacturing in St. Charles, IL. He was a military veteran that served his country with pride and distinction in the United States Army for a period of six years. His enthusiasm and passions for baseball, fishing, classic cars, classic rock, collecting and restoring antiques-all which shaped his friendly disposition and helped to define his endearing personality.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 28 years, Carol Rutherford. His daughter and son, Rebecca and James Rutherford, Sisters; Tena Powell and Terri Cobb and Brother, Alan Rutherford, his aunts, uncles and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother Mary, father Paul, brothers; David and Paul Jr.
He passed in the same manner as he lived his life-always thinking of others. For this reason, he humbly donated his body for the benefit to further science and advancing medical research.
Roland Rutherford's celebration of life service will be held Memorial Day Weekend 2020. The exact date and location will be announced at a later time.
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Annette & Steve Golz
February 18, 2020
Roland & his family have been kind to us throughout our years. We started a little church inside a school room. Roland & Steve have a passion for cars & Car shows. I'm sure that there's a burnout in the sky waiting for you.
Dale Cornwell
February 11, 2020
Jeff Robbins
February 9, 2020
Roland is truly one in a million, probably closer to one in a billion. True to the core, as honest a man as you could find, and a great friend to so many. I did not respect many people more than I did Roland. One of my fondest memories with him was going to the Volo Auto amuseum, oh, plus the street concerts in downtown Aurora.
Carol, if there is anything we can do, please reach out to us. So sorry
Doug/Michelle KausKMichelleKaus
February 9, 2020
My deepest condolences to Carol/family.
May God wrap.you in his living arms.
You are in my Prayers.
Missy Rico
February 8, 2020
May you rest peacefully old friend
Rena Church
February 8, 2020
Rest in peace, Roland. We only met you a few years ago but quickly grew to love you for your kindness, generosity, sense of humor and your infectious enthusiasm for your inumerable creative projects. We'll think of you often, especially when we turn on the patio fountain that you made from a bucket and surprised us with one sunny summer day. Or when we pull up the 1950s era tulip chair that we commissioned you to sandblast. You got every speck of paint and rust off it and then refused to take any payment for the job. Or whenever we see a classic Mustang with an engine that's clean enough to eat off of. You were one in a million and we will miss you, dear friend.
Doug Kaus
February 7, 2020
Roland was an amazing person. Prayers for Carol, kids and family during this difficult time.
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Shari Bratt
February 7, 2020
Vincent , Brittany and I send our love and deepest prayers , Roland is greatly missed and dearly loved by many , We love you all and will keep the family in our hearts . God Bless
Donna Larison
February 7, 2020
It was an honor to pray for Roland throughout his later health challenges and I will always remember him for his courage and will to overcome.
Tricia Bohn
February 7, 2020
Roland was such a good man, loving husband & father. He fought so hard to overcome his illness. I'm sorry to hear that he lost his battle with cancer. He had much more to give and was too young to leave us. RIP Roland
Sheila Tricarico
February 7, 2020
So sad to hear the news. Childhood friends create a bond that lasts a lifetime. God speed my friend!
Sarah Hester
February 7, 2020
Always a gracious, caring kind soul. You will be greatly missed but we will see you again one day. Where lives pass, memories carry on forever.
Roland's first Sedwall Picnic 2015
Beth Harling
February 7, 2020
Roland was a great guy to work with. He selflessly trained and assisted all the young guys in the shop coming up. He will be greatly missed at Sedwall.
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