James W. Rutkowski's obituary , Passed away on February 24, 2025 in Laingsburg, Michigan

James W. Rutkowski

August 9, 1943 - February 24, 2025 (81 years old)

Laingsburg, Michigan

James W. Rutkowski's obituary , Passed away on February 24, 2025 in Laingsburg, Michigan

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Watkins Brothers Funeral Homes

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James W. Rutkowski

August 9, 1943 - February 24, 2025 (81 years old)

Laingsburg, Michigan

James W. Rutkowski Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved James W. Rutkowski (Laingsburg, Michigan), who passed away at the age of 81, on February 24, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Though James may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those James touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Walter Rutkowski and Helen Rutkowski (Zych); his wife Judith; and his daughter Kimberly Ferner. He is survived by: his sons, Jeff Rutkowski (Deb) and Jimmy Rutkowski (Shelly).

Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 6th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the St. Isidore Catholic Church (310 N Crum St, Laingsburg, MI 48848). A funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, March 6th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

Memorials in Jim's name are suggested to the Susan G. Komen Foundation.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Watkins Brothers Funeral Homes



Thu

Mar 06

Visitation

10:00 AM

St. Isidore Catholic Church
310 N Crum St, Laingsburg, MI 48848

Thu

Mar 06

Funeral Mass

11:00 AM

St. Isidore Catholic Church
310 N Crum St, Laingsburg, MI 48848

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