Edward R Rutz Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Edward R Rutz of Ionia, Michigan, whose life came to an end on April 8, 2025 at the age of 84, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Edward R Rutz to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Allan Rutz and Kathryn Rutz (Kernen); his wife Joyce Zander; his sister Ellen Auman; and his brother-in-law Ron Auman.
He is survived by: his daughters, Debra Maciejewski (Walter) of Gowen, Barbara Hardy (David) of Saranac, Tracy Denman (Lorren) of Muir and Darcie Smith (Joel) of Saranac; his grandchildren, Jason Hardy (Kate), Tara Decker (Travis), Andrea Hardy, Walter "Richie" Maciejewski (Val), Melissa Maciejewski, Alisha Maciejewski (Bobby), Derek Denman (Kayla), Calvin Denman (Holly), Lucas Smith (Mariah) and Colby Smith; his great grandchildren, Carson, Caiden, Isaac, Ivan, Mylie, Lexie, Elyrie, Julia, Ivy, Tucker of Taten, J. J. and Cooper; his sister Connie Kortan (Eddie); his siblings-in-law, Gale Zander and Patrece VanVleck; his aunt Pee Wee Kernen; and his close friends, Fran Jorae, Terry and Judy McPherson.
Those wishing may make memorial contributions to Green Acres of Ionia in Memory of Ed.
