David A. “Dave” Rutlin

December 31, 1941 - September 6, 2024 (82 years old)

Saint Joseph, Michigan

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David A. “Dave” Rutlin

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December 31, 1941 - September 6, 2024 (82 years old)

Saint Joseph, Michigan

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David A. Rutlin Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2024-09-11T14:00:00
End: 2024-09-11T15:00:00
Location: Starks & Menchinger Chapel

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to David A. Rutlin of Saint Joseph, Michigan, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. David A. left this world on September 6, 2024 at the age of 82, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of David A. Rutlin to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Don Rutlin and Phyllis Rutlin; and his daughter Erica Rutlin. He is survived by: his wife Clare Rutlin; his son Daniel Rutlin (Clare) of St. Joseph; his stepdaughters, Marni Crowder of St. Joseph and Bobbie Piesko (Jim) of Holland, MI; his sister Diane Jack (Charlie) of Las Vegas; his sisters-in-law, Mary Lou Elson and Joan Condon (Greg); and his stepgrandchildren, Dawson, Jaquilyn Crowder, Derek and Courtney Piesko (Robert Husek). He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Memorial donations in Dave's name may be made to Michigan Diabetes Association, Storyline Church or Pathway Global Methodist Church.

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September 10, 2024

Love, Chris, Barbara, Cole & Rex Bushur sent flowers

“We are so sorry for your loss. Uncle David was deeply loved and such a light on our family. May our great memories of him comfort us all. God bless you with peace and the assurance of His promises of eternal life with Him. With deepest sympathy.”

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September 8, 2024

BJ Bushur wrote a sympathy message

“Clare, Daniel, Marni and Bobbie and families, we are so sorry for your loss. Uncle David was a light in my life. He was so positive, upbeat, caring, and the life of the family gatherings and celebrations. He will be deeply missed, but his legacy of love and fun will live on. Trust in God's promises of eternal life with Him, and your great memories to comfort you and give you peace. We love you all, and send our deepest sympathy. Love, Chris, Barbara, Cole & Rex Bushur”

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