John David Rutherford
November 20, 1946 ~ August 21, 2021
Born in:
Asheville, NC
Resided in:
Candler, NC
John David Rutherford, 74, passed away Saturday, August 21, 2021, at Mission Hospital.
Mr. Rutherford was born November 20, 1946, in Asheville, to the late Weaver and Catherine Threlkel Rutherford. He was a graduate of Enka High School and formerly managed the First Step Farm.
He is survived by his daughter, Kristen Rutherford Williams (Jay) and grandchildren, Cole and Karter Williams. He was preceded in death by a brother, Polk Rutherford.
Private inurnment will be at Francis Asbury United Methodist Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Francis Asbury Church, PO Box 67, Candler, NC 28715.
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Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
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Your welcoming smile, friendship, wisdom and kindness will not be forgotten. Rest in peace
David, you were a charmer. You were my next-door-neighbor in Enka, and I loved you. You and Polk made my transition from the city (Asheville) to the country bearable. You were so funny and adorable. We didn’t stay in touch, but I always thought of you with the greatest fondness, and your passing is so sad for me. RIP you little, blond imp!
David, you were a charmer. You were my next-door-neighbor in Enka, and I loved you. You and Polk made my transition from the city (Asheville) to the country bearable. You were so funny and adorable. We didn’t stay in touch, but I always thought of you with the greatest fondness, and your passing is so sad for me. RIP you little, blond imp!
I thank you for all the laughs and support this past year. You truly were one of a kind. I miss you, Friend! Much love, Tianna
David was the finest. Honored to have trudged the road a bit with him while he was here.
David was the finest. Honored to have trudged the road with him for a bit while he was with us.
Thank you for seeing the best in everyone around you. You were one of the most kind and gentle men I’ve ever met. Thank you for sharing your light with so many.
I’m am so sorry to learn of David’s passing and also Polk’s. Their parents were dear friends; and Kit, his mom, and I taught English together at Enka High school. David was a good person who was loved. He did so much positive work for folks at First Step Farm.
Chip Miller, Loved you my cousin. God’s speed with you thru your eternal journey!
David was a great neighbor and Joe Mashburn and I sure shared his love of tomatoes. Every year we competed to see who had the first harvest. Enjoyed our conversation over the years.
David, you showed us how to live life with honesty, openmindedness, willingness and love. And humor and goodwill. We’ll surely miss you.
Dick Jordan
Greg and I are so sad to hear of your passing. I will always be grateful to you for showing me a new way to live. Greg remembers all of the great joy he shared with you as his step-dad. You were a wonderful man and I have and will always cherish the time we shared together. We love you, Cheryl and Greg
David, thank you for so many things, for being a steady and calming presence in my life, and for reminding me to laugh at myself. Your quick wit, kindness, wisdom, and friendship are already so deeply missed. I’m so grateful to have known such a beautiful human. Rest in power my friend, may there be the finest bicycles wherever you are.
wow i just learned this by googling my ol and dear friend. I was at his home helped him remodel it, and we had many many long talks. I am saddened tonight..