Patricia “Pat” Ann Rutherford

Patricia “Pat” Ann Rutherford, age 80 of Tecumseh, passed away on December 12, 2014, under the loving care of Hospice of Lenawee. She was born on May 12, 1934, in Detroit, Mich., the daughter of Charles and Elsie (Nordstrom) Thomas. Pat married Thomas Rutherford on June 9, 1951 in Manchester, Mich., and he precedes her in death.Pat was a member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Tecumseh. In her younger years, she worked for Herrick Memorial Hospital in central supply and later retired from Tecumseh Public Schools working in the cafeteria. Pat was an avid reader and volunteered for several years with the S.M.I.L.E. reading support program at the Clinton Elementary School. She also enjoyed camping with her husband, flower gardening, crocheting and was known for her homemade pasties.Pat is survived by her children Debbie (Rick) Brighton of Tecumseh, Tim Rutherford of Milan, Amy (Larry) Burnor of Tecumseh and Daniel (Kim) Rutherford of Waterford; grandchildren Andrew and Kyle Brighton and Jeff (Erica) and Sarah Burnor; great grandchildren Belle and Quinn Burnor; sisters Elaine Jedele of Stryker, Ohio and Nancy Kies of Moscow, Mich. Pat was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother Bill Thomas, sister Betty Tirb and daughter in law Pat Chatell. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2014 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Tecumseh Chapel of Handler Funeral Homes. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Thursday at 11 a.m. with Pastor Gordy Peterson of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church officiating. The family will also receive friends on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will follow at Brookside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Pat’s honor to Hospice of Lenawee. Condolences may be offered to the family by visiting www.handlerfuneralhomes.com.

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