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William Juan Rutherford was born to the union of Betty Joe Rutherford and William Combs on December 11, 1964, in Hazard, Kentucky. He went to be with his heavenly Father on Tuesday, January 8, 2012. "Billy", as he was affectionately called, was preceded in death by his loving parents.
Billy accepted Christ at an early age, August 1, 1982, and continued his Christian teachings throughout his life. Billy loved his motorcycle, and his motorcycle family very much. He also loved ballroom dancing.
He leaves to cherish many loving memories, his sister, La-Tunda Rutherford; nephew, JaJuan; great-niece, Jai-Onna Rutherford; 12 aunts; 3 uncles; other relatives, and many friends.
Family Hour Tuesday, January 22, 2013, at 10:00 a.m., followed by memorial services at 11:00 a.m. at The Dale-Riggs Funeral Home Chapel, 572 Nebraska Ave., Marquis Kimble to officiate.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Rutherford
Ed Mothershed
February 1, 2013
Love you Billy
Kathy Kerr
January 23, 2013
My prayers are with you & your family at this time. I had the chance to hang out with Billy at the Round Up in Atlanta & I also would love to watch Billy dance. He was a great dancer. He will be missed.
K Goolsby
January 22, 2013
This moment makes us all pause and review will I touch as many people in the way he did and when he left/rode away looking to see him again thanks for the many miles of bike riding
Tiffany & Edward Garrett
January 22, 2013
Billy ( feet ) will truly be missed . My family and I had a good time dancing the night away with you. He was a amazing dancer.... RIH Billy . And may god bless your family . ?
Dennis Lofton
January 22, 2013
Thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Class of 79; St. Teresa
Renee Dougherty
January 21, 2013
I will truly miss dancing with Mr. Rutherford. He was one of my favorite 'pro' dancers, not just because he could dance so well, but also because he was truly a gentleman. My heart goes out to his family.
Venessa Davis -Broadnax
January 21, 2013
Prayers go out to the family R.i.H Billy you will missed
January 21, 2013
Let me pray this for your family,friends and those paying respect and sympathy:
"Lord bless all of us who come to Billy Rutherford's book. Whether we knew him ,love & miss him, or not. Bless Billy's Soul which is now back with You. I thank You for his beautiful life in which much good fruit was left behind. Bless Your children and help us to weather the storm....with Your help I know we will. In Jesus name I pray. Amen!"
Grace and Peace be with you,
The Belcher Family, Monticure Family, and Prayer Warriors
Natasha Tweety Kelly
January 21, 2013
To the family, so sorry for your loss, may Billy R.I.P. He was a great traveling partner...God Bless
Barbie Diamond7 Gaston
January 20, 2013
Msy friend Billy will miss you much. You taught me how to Ballroom Dance and always A gentleman.My respects to tor family Sister La-tunda
Tanya King
January 20, 2013
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Tammy Carter
January 20, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
SANDRA SIMMONS
January 20, 2013
I SANDRA N SIMMONS IS SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST A GREAT MAN/FRIEND BILLY WILL BE MISSED BY ALL WHO KNEW HIM AND WHO LIFE HE TOUCHED. MY FAMILY & I WILL BE PRAYING FOR YOU ALL. GOD BLESS.
Fletcher Ballard
January 20, 2013
My prayers goe's out to the family, at their time of sorrow. Rejoice his home-going for the lord has given William his wings.
Janette Evans
January 20, 2013
Sorry for your lost Mr Rutherfod was the only one too ask me to dance at the ELKS, even when I had two left feet!! RIP.
January 20, 2013
To the family of "Billy" I am sorry for your loss. When you loss your love one , I loss a member of the dancing family. I am going to truly miss dancing with Billy and watching him do his favorite hustle. My prayers are with you Drea.
Mary Mason-Peacock
January 20, 2013
To the Rutherford family I'm sorry for your loss I went to grade school at St Teresa's with Billy. May the God of comfort grant you peace in your time of need
Ludie Staples-Heath
January 20, 2013
LaTunda, my heart cries out with yours! I will continue to pray for strength and wisdom for you. Remember all the precious memories you had with him. May Jesus continue to bless and keep you. Love, your Aunt Ludi Bea
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