J.D. "Red" Rutherford

J. D. “Red” Rutherford, age 85 of Cave City, passed away peacefully with his family  by his side on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at his residence. The Barren County native was born on October 8, 1938 to the late John Wesley “Johnny” and Lola Frances Compton Rutherford.  

Red served our country in the U.S Marines. After serving for four years, he returned home, met and married the love of his life, Dasie Nannie Rutherford.  Red owned and operated Mainline Enterprises as a general contractor for many years. He thoroughly enjoyed the outdoors, gardening, bird hunting, talking politics and piddling around his shop.

Besides his wife of fifty-five years, Dasie, he leaves to honor his memory-- his daughter, Stacey Rutherford Wallace (Eric) of Cave City; bonus children, Lee Ann Anderson (Jason), Laycie, Lauryn and Rayce Mauk, along with several nieces and nephews.  

Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery.

Memorial contributions can be made to:  Kentucky Department of the Blind, 233 Ring Rd Suite 100, Elizabethtown, KY 42701. 

VISITATION

11 AM—2 PM, Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel

FUNERAL SERVICE

2 PM, Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel

Online condolences can be made at www.pattonfuneralhome.com.

ARRANGEMENTS BY PATTON FUNERAL HOME PARK CITY CHAPEL