Catherine E. Rutledge (nee Race), age 93, of Jackson, passed away Monday, January 5, 2015 at Cedar Community in the Town of West Bend.
She was born on November 24, 1921 in Claremont, VA to the late Steve and Mary (Ladamercki) Race. Catherine married Bertram Turner in November 1946 in Glendale, CA and he passed away in July 1950. Catherine then married Blair Rutledge on March 9, 1957 in Montebello, CA. Catherine and Blair spent many years living in Milwaukee, until moving to Jackson in the early 1980's, and enjoyed their snowbird time in Nevada. Blair passed away on July 19, 1995.
Catherine was a member of St. James Episcopal Church, West Bend. She enjoyed knitting, sewing, crocheting, and was a fabulous cook. She also enjoyed square dancing with the Falls Promanaders and especially spending time with her family.
She is survived by a daughter, Ilona (Mark) Fridl; a granddaughter, Michelle (Brian) Williams; great-granddaughter, Briana Smith; other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Steve & Mary Race; her husbands, Bertram Turner and Blair Rutledge; a sister, Margaret Mary Vleit, and three brothers, Mike Race & Steve Race, and John Race.
A Funeral Mass in remembrance of Catherine will be held on Saturday, January 10th at 11:00 am at St. James Episcopal Church, 148 S. 8th Ave., West Bend. Rev. Richard Craig III will be the celebrant. Visitation will be Saturday at the church from 9:00 am until the time of Mass. Burial will follow in Washington County Memorial Park, West Bend
Memorials to St. James Episcopal Church are appreciated.
Myrhum - Patten Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.myrhum-patten.com