William Rutherford

William was born in Sandusky, Ohio on December 21, 1970. He was the son of Nausha Ann Rutherford. A committed, devoted, and loving husband and father who loved and adored his family dearly. William was employed at Hedstrom Injection. An outdoorsman, William loved his home by the river where he fished often at Pleasant Hill. In his spare time, he enjoyed martial arts, video gaming, and was an avid Star Wars fan.

He is survived by his wife, Melissa Pierce-Rutherford; his children, Elena Rutherford, Kara Rutherford, Ryan Rutherford, Constance (Zack) Bales, and Felicity (Cameron) Finley; his grandchildren, Kaylinn, Emilia, Hayden, and Angelina; his siblings, Marian (John) Ramirez and Chris (Kim) Rutherford; his nieces and nephews, Candace and Alex Ramirez and Jordon Rutherford; and many friends who will miss him dearly. He was preceded in death by his mother, Nausha Ann Rutherford; and his grandparents, Billy Glenn and Patricia Ann Rutherford.

A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Please consider making a memorial contribution in honor of William to the Millersburg Church of God Food Pantry, 10643 OH-39, Millersburg, OH 44654.

The Diamond Street Home of Wappner Funeral Directors is honored to serve the Rutherford family.