Jack E. Rutledge Obituary
We bid farewell to Jack E. Rutledge (Uvalde, Texas), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on April 23, 2026 at the age of 90. Jack touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Donald Franklin Rutledge and Viola Matilda Shane Rutledge; and his siblings, Donald Franklin "Frank" Rutledge (Edwyna Crews Rutledge), Ola Mae Rutledge Walker (William Walker) and Mary Jane "Myrt" Rutledge Fauver (Edwin Fauver).
He is survived by: his wife Jane Lunz Rutledge; his sons, Mark Evans Rutledge (Laura) of Driftwood and Brent Edwin Rutledge (Sheri) of Uvalde; his grandchildren, Garrison Rutledge Long (John) of Jourdanton, McCrae Rutledge (Natalie) of Cypress, Victoria Rutledge (Asher Wade) of Starkville, Mississippi and Connor Rutledge of DeSoto; and his great grandchildren, Evans Ruth Long and Ellison Grace Long.
A graveside service was held on Wednesday, April 29th 2026 from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at the Pryor Cemetery Cemetery. A memorial service was held on Wednesday, April 29th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the First Baptist Church (220 N High St, Uvalde, TX 78801).
In honor of his life and legacy, gifts are appreciated to Uvalde Hospice Foundation, 100 Royal Lane, Uvalde, Texas, or to Kate Marmion Rides to Radiation, P.O. Box 900, Uvalde, Texas 78802.
