Don Rutherford Estes Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Don Rutherford Estes of Roanoke, Virginia, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on May 25, 2024 at the age of 75. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Don Rutherford Estes to pay them a last tribute.
Though Don Rutherford has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Minor Estes and Claudine Estes; and his wife Patricia Anne Estes. He is survived by: his children, Celesteual Trigg (David), Lightstein (Carrie) and Trisha Thompson (Dayne); his sister Barbra Moore (Jerry); his aunts, Betty Jane Estes and Jacquline Rose; and his cousin Mary Diane Burns. He is also survived by seven grandchildren; multiple great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
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