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He was born in Tampa, Florida and they moved to Alabama when he was three years old. He graduated from Oneonta High School and went on to the United States Air Force. He married Vickie in June of 2000.
Bruce was employed by Lockheed as a flight test mechanic and he was proud of the part he played in the production and maintenance of different aircraft and especially the F22. He was active in his church, First Baptist Villa Rica, and loved singing in the choir.
He is survived by his wife, Vickie McRee Rutherford and children: Kimberly Texidor (Manuel);
Kristie Hamby (Josh); Candace Adams (Chuck); Sherry Elizabeth Rutherford.
Grandchildren: Olivia Texidor, Isaac Texidor, Aaron Texidor, Luke Hamby, William Hamby, AveryAnna Adams, Liam Adams.
The funeral will be at First Baptist Church Villa Rica on Monday, June 26 with visitation at 1:00 and service at 2:00. Internment at Elmwood Cemetery in Birmingham, Alabama at a later date.
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Valerie Johnson Young
January 20, 2024
Bruce was a sweetheart. Even though I didn't get to see him after graduation I would see his Mom and she would fill me in. You will be missed.
Tim Wells
June 27, 2023
Roll Tide my brother. Give ol´ Bear Bryant a hug for me if you see him up yonder.
"Coach" Steve Patton
June 27, 2023
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Phyllis Galbreath Ratliff
June 25, 2023
My parents were friends with Bruce's parents in Oneonta. Their 3 boys were fun to be friends with, especially Bruce. He always kept everyone laughing. I hope he and his sweet mom are singing duets in Heaven!
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Mona Robertson
June 25, 2023
I worked with Bruce´s Mom at Nash, NeSmith and Walker, Attorneys for many years and always enjoyed getting to visit with him when he came by the office to see his Mom. He was such a nice and funny young man and never failed to come into my office to tell me hello. I haven´t seen him in many years but seeing that he has passed makes my heart sad. I know he will be missed by many.
Joan Corr
June 24, 2023
He will be missed by his high school classmates. He was always happy and friendly to everyone. Rest in peace my friend.
Shirley Cornelius
June 24, 2023
What a guy! I would have missed so much if I had not had my band family. So many friends and so many good memories. Bruce loved music, band and friends. I don´t ever remember seeing him when he wasn´t smiling and surrounded by friends. We gotta remember to have joy in our journey! The longer I live the more I long to see my heavenly family. May Heaven be much more than you ever imagined Bruce,
Beverly Anderson
June 24, 2023
I remember Bruce growing up, a few years ahead of me but a person larger than life and a fun person to be around in band. If he sang like his mama did - heaven has another great chorus member! Bruce was kind to an underclassman and member of the Low Brass in the band and I have such fond memories of that time.
KeithHibbs
June 24, 2023
I am honored to have known Bruce as a friend, a fellow musician, and a brother in Christ. I am thankful for his contributions he made in service to our country.
Charlotte Tinsley Rouse
June 24, 2023
I am sad to see this. Bruce was a sweet friend, playmate, and my neighbor. We had many fun times together. I enjoyed fellowship with his family. We talked several times in later years on Facebook. He was always lots of fun. I know he is with Jesus because he loved God and loved quoting the Bible that we both believe. I will miss him! My thoughts and prayers!
Lou Earle Tolbert, Deason
June 23, 2023
Bruce Rutherford was one of my favorite class mates! He was the cutest and sweetest boy you would ever want to know! He called me 2 years ago( and his wife) we talked for a long time! He told me Lou I´ve got to speak to you before I die, I´m not in good health at this time I´m so afraid I won´t ever see you again, I just wanted to hear your Voice One last time I told him what a special person he always was in our class of 1972 and I knew I would see him again! you are so special to All our class Jesus will be so happy to have Our darling classmate by his side! 1 grade thru 12 grade . Fly High you Wonder Friend of MineGod Bless your Family how you will be missed here on Earth
Dan Yeoman
June 22, 2023
I worked with Bruce from 2003 to 2017. He was a charactor work with. From his humorous songwriting to his dedication at work, it was a pleasure to call him a friend.
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