Margaret Gunn Rutledge

Margaret Gunn Rutledge, 88, died Sunday, October 11, 2026 in Corinth, MS. Born June 14, 1938, in Tippah Co., MS, she was the daughter of the late Graham Guyton Hopper, Sr. and Clestie Helen Downen Hopper. Margaret was a graduate of Walnut High School and lived a life marked by steadfast devotion—faithful in her commitments, and beloved by those who had the privilege of knowing her.

She was a longtime active member of Tate Baptist Church until her health decline. Margaret’s faith was a steady presence throughout her life. She demonstrated dedication through her work, retiring from JC Penney after over 35 years of service. She found genuine enjoyment in working puzzles, tending to her flowers and collecting lighthouse ceramics. Above all, she cherished time spent with her family and her beloved cat, “Wally.”

She was preceded in death by her first husband & father of her children, Neal Dean Gunn; her parents; and her brother, Graham Guyton “Buck” Hopper, Jr.

She is survived by her husband, Don Rutledge; sons, Mike Gunn (Wanda), Kevin Gunn and Robert Gunn; daughters, Sharon Gunn and Gayle Moss (Dallas); step-daughters, Denise Rutledge, Melinda Hamlin and Deborah Jackson; grandchildren, Brandon Gunn (Roxie), Dallas Moss III (Lanie), Robert Christensen, Abigail Gunn, Natalie Gunn, Jaden Gunn, and Lauren, Nick, Hannah, Mallory, Kelsey, Mark, Matt; and 13 great grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life will be at 1:00 pm at Memorial Funeral Home with Bro. Mickey Trammel officiating and Dr. Carl Weeden delivering the eulogy.

A Family and Friends Gathering will be Friday from 11:00 am to service time. Burial will be in the Tiplersville Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Brandon Gunn, Dallas Moss III, Bryce Gunn, Robbie Christensen, Bobby Gunn, and Parker Gunn. Honorary Pallbearer will be Dallas Moss, Jr.

Online condolences can be left at www.MemorialCorinth.com for the Rutledge family.

Memorial Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.