William Tate Rutherford Obituary
The memory of William Tate Rutherford (Ripley, Mississippi), who passed away on April 14, 2026 at the age of 91, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William Tate Rutherford to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, George Rutherford and Ruth South Rutherford; his wife Shirley Reed Rutherford; and his siblings, Terry Rutherford and Shirley Scott.
He is survived by: his daughters, Patricia Wigingon (Ken) of Falkner, MS, Pam Rutherford of Falkner, MS, Renae Rutherford of Falkner, MS and Terri Stella (Tony) of Tuscaloosa, AL.; his grandsons, Clint Wiginton of Falkner, Clay Wiginton (Kristen) of New Market, AL, Nicholas Stella of Tuscaloosa, AL and Alex Stella (Quinn) of Helena, AL; and his great grandchildren, Tyler Wiginton of New Market, AL. and Connor Wiginton of New Market, AL..
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Pine Hill Primitive Baptist Church, c/o Rutherford Family, 661 CR 406, Falkner, MS 38629.
