Travis was preceded in death by his wife, Lorretta Jean Rutherford, and his grandchildren, Jessica and Cody Bedair, and Sisters Anne Brown, Dorothy Hutson, Kathy Keasling
He is survived by his daughters, Elizabeth Bedair and her husband Wayne, Pamela Altimore, and Tina Rutherford and her husband Jesse Lovell; grandchildren Christina Vera, Dana Coates, Timothy Bedair, Zachary Bedair, La’Donna Rutherford, Joey Altimore, Tori Reineke, and Chase Eddings; great-grandchildren Matthew Staney, Jacob Straney, Kirsten Heckathorn, Kiley Heckathorn, Trenton Bedair, Riley Coates, Aaron Bedair, Kennedy Smith, Tatum Bolin, Marley Bolin, Parker Wayne Eddings, Claire Eddings, Lily Reineke and Reese Coates and great-great-grandchild Maverick Smith, and Sister Debbie Merritt Sotoodeh.
Travis was loved by many because he had a way of making people feel right at home. He was a devoted family man, a proud history buff, and a lifelong fan of classic country western movies. As an avid NFL fan, one of his favorite hobbies was to watch and then trash talk his favorite team. His favorite meal was anything deep fried, especially if it came with an ice-cold Dr. Pepper, and a little sweet treat.
More than anything, Travis loved to talk. He could pass the time the old-fashioned way, just chatting, like old men talking about the weather, never in a hurry, always ready with a story, a joke, or a thoughtful comment. Those conversations, simple as they seemed, are the moments his family and friends will miss the most.
He was also an avid and beloved member of the Conroe Senior Center, where his presence became part of the heartbeat of the place. Travis welcomed newcomers with a warm smile, helped those who were struggling, and supported the staff however he could. People naturally gravitated toward him. His million-dollar smile, quick wit, and steady, happy energy lifted spirits and filled the room with laughter. He was the kind of man people looked forward to seeing.
Travis will be deeply missed by everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. He was a bright light, a steady friend, and a source of comfort and joy to so many.
Visitation will be held at Metcalf Funeral Directors, 1801 E White Oak Terrace, Conroe, Texas, on March 2, 2026, beginning at 12:30 pm with a reception at 1:00 pm.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Metcalf Funeral Directors, 1801 E White Oak Terrace, Conroe, Texas, on March 2, 2026, beginning at 2:00 pm.
