Norma Wilson Rutledge
Norma Wilson Rutledge
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Norma was born on May 21, 1938, to Massey and Katesie Wilson.
Norma lost her husband of 60 years, Jack Rutledge, in 2019 and her youngest son, David, in 2020. She is also preceded in death by her parents, Massey and Katesie Wilson, and her brother and sister-in-law, Vernon and Dot Wilson.
She is survived by her son Timothy Rutledge (Jeana), her daughter-in-law Kelley Williams (Randy), and her sister Betty Wilson King (Terry). Her grandchildren are Audra Cobble (David), Keith Rutledge (Sophia), Kaley Rutledge Lee, Kurt Rutledge (Bambi), and Forrest Harvey (Ashley). Her great grandchildren are Riley and Roman Cobble, Lilia and Isabella Rutledge, Olivia Shaw and Emma Kelley Rutledge, Madilyn Tilley, David and Hunter Grace Lee, and Remi and Leighton Harvey.
Norma served as dorm mother in Bryant Hall for the Alabama football players, with her husband Jack, for Coach Paul Bryant and Coach Gene Stallings for a combined 15 years. She was adored by all the players, who lovingly called her "Mom."
Norma loved her many friends and played Bridge and Bunco. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Tuscaloosa, where she and Jack sung in the choir. She was also a member of the Margaret Jones Sunday School class, in which she held various offices over the years.
Norma was a member of several Mardi Gras Clubs, Junior League of Tuscaloosa, Modern Culture Club, Heritage Study Club, and an honorary member of the University of Alabama A-Club.
Pallbearers will be Terry King, Barry Swope, Wade Swope, Chuck Brand, Randy Wilson, and Joe Donald.
Honorary pallbearers will be: JoDel Edwards, Nancy Atkins, Burt and Madelyn Jones, members of her bridge clubs, and members of her Sunday School class.
Special thanks for the loving care given to Norma by Dr. John Summerford and Dr. Jack Smalley.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to First Baptist Church of Tuscaloosa or to a charity of your choosing.
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Mark Prudhomme
June 12, 2024
Her sweet and caring nature inspired you to be a better person. I'll always love her for helping see me through my time in Tuscaloosa.
Byron Braggs
June 12, 2024
I played from 19777-1981. Miss Norma was always pleasant and had a smile on her face.
Bob Baumhower
June 12, 2024
God Bless her and her wonderful family. I have so many wonderful memories of my experiences at Alabama because of her sweet spirit and caring ways.
Her and Coach helped raise us just like we were theirs.
THE BEST!!!! HEAVEN SENT AND BACK AGAIN!
Bob Baumhower
Alvin Samples
June 12, 2024
I played offensive and defensive lineman for UA 1966 thru 1969 when Coach Jack Rutledge began his coaching career for UA. I met Norma after my playing days when some of us went to see her and Jack at their home in Tuscaloosa after their retirement. I understand how many of the players would have cared for her as the Dorm "Mom" during her and Jack's time as Coach and dorm director. I pray God's blessings for the entire family as Norma joins her husband Jack and others who have gone to their heavenly rewards before her.
Alvin Samples
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Sam H Maddox
June 12, 2024
Fall 1973, Norma adopted me and many others that followed as her own sons. Bryant Hall was our home.. Coach Rutledge and Norma helped many players negotiate life as Christians and taught us to be gracious and humble warriors.
RIP Norma
Thomas Ed Lawhon
June 12, 2024
So sorry to hear about Mrs. Rutledge. She was the definition of a true Christian Lady and one of the finest people I have ever known. My prayers are with the Rutledge family. May God bless the Rutledge family and give them comfort and peace.
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