Date Of Birth: June 14, 1939
Date Of Death: November 6, 2010
Marilyn Kay Rutherford, 71, passed away November 6, 2010.
She was born in Kokomo, IN on June 14, 1939 to Frank and Gretchen (Butcher) Moser. Marilyn received her nursing training at Methodist Hospital, graduating in 1960 as a Registered Nurse. During her career, she served others in several doctor’s offices and ended her career working in geriatrics. Marilyn was a very active member of St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church. Her greatest passion was spending time with her grandchildren.
She is survived by her daughter, Lisa (Kris) Spurrier; a son, David (Lisa) Rutherford; grandchildren, Sarah, Lilly, and Shane; a brother, Richard (Shirley) Moser; several nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews; step-siblings, Sue (Lloyd) Fivecoat and Jeffrey (Mary) Williams; and many loving friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; step-mother, Colletta Williams-Moser; and her beloved cat, Samson.
Friends may call from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. Thursday, November 11, 2010 at St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church, 1402 W. Main St., Carmel, with a memorial service following at 7:00 p.m.
Donations may be directed to St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church for the Service to Others/Outreach Committee. Friends may visit her online guestbook at www.indianafuneralcare.com.
Liz Cohen says
Marilyn was a wonderful mother, grandmother and friend. She will be remembered for her simple acts of kindness and huge heart. Marilyn will be missed by many.
Glenda Simpson Bergerson says
I want to send my condolences. Marilyn and Janice Owens came up to visit my husband and me and we always had such a great time. Jan has kept me informed about Marilyn. So sorry for your loss. Glenda Bergerson Kenosha, Wisconsin
Teresa Sexton Drake says
Dear Lisa and David,
Although you may not remember me, I remember the days when your mom hired me to babysit for you two!! (Your family lived across the street from Major Hospital in Shelbyville and I am one of the Sexton girls.) I will always remember your mom’s sweet disposition and smile. My mom is Helen Sexton and she and your mom were nurses together. Please accept my sincere sympathy and I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers in the days ahead.
Stacey Harris McNeely says
Lisa and David,
I am deeply sorry to hear that your mom passed. She was a wonderful woman. Mom called and told me that she saw the obit. I wish we had kept in touch but Mom says she always asked about me. I will miss her.
Josann Joey Moser McKenna says
Lisa, David, Richard, and extended family—Marilyn was a lovely happy lady, as I remember my cousin. I am so glad Richard and Shirley brought her to my sister ,Chris’s house on Lake Freeman a couple years ago, where we had a pleasant afternoon with her. She had the sweetest disposition, and I’m sure was the best nurse and mother one could be. Please accept our sincere condolences. Joey Moser McKenna and Mike
Gretchen Wagenknecht says
Dear Lisa and David
I’m so sorry for your loss, your mother was a special lady. I’m so glad I got to know her. We were cousins, and the minute we met we hit it off. She looked so much like my mum. She will always be in my heart. My prayers are with you both and your families. God Bless Gretchen.
Sonya Mike McCain says
Lisa,Kris,Sarah,Lilly and Shane,
Our hearts are saddened to hear of the loss of your Mother,Mother in Law and Grandmother. Marilyn was a very special lady to all of you. Keep all those memories close in your heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Let us know if we can help in any way. We love you all. Mike and Sonya McCain
Barbara Davis Hale says
I send my most sincere sympathy to you, Lisa. It seems so wrong to lose your Mother so early in life. We lost our Mother at the age of 69 and I still felt like I needed my Mother yet.
What we lost in quantity of time, we’ve made up in quality. Your sweet Mother was a joy to all she knew. I hope that is some comfort to you at this time.
Sande Erdie Martin says
May you know God’s peace that passes all understanding…she will be missed. Marilyn and I were classmates at Methodist Hospital School of Nursing. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Sande
Carolyn Sheetz Kuespert says
A Special friend and classmate of the School of Nursing..Class of 1960. We made many wonderful memories together over the 3 years of school and in reunions since our graduation..A special light of the class has gone out. I loved her sparkling eyes and she always had a smile.