Howard D. Rutledge, 83 of Plymouth, passed away Friday, June 16, 2023. He lived his life to the fullest with his fantastic sense of humor, charming personality and a BIG heart full of love for his family & friends.
He loved to golf and bowl with a crew of lifelong friends by his side for more than 50 years, with many laughs and practical jokes along the way.
Preceded in death by parents, Vernon & Lilian Rutledge and wife Lorraine Rutledge. Howard is survived by sons David (Lexi) Rutledge, Rick Gunderson; daughters Lisa (Andy) Brotzler, Sandra Rutledge, Susan Rutledge, Elizabeth Rutledge and Julie Trejo; stepson Blake (Jessica) Josephson; stepdaughter Lori (Michael) Luther; and grandchildren Will Luther, Hannah Josephson and Elizabeth Luther.
Funeral service will be 2:00 PM Tues., June 27 at Sunset Memorial, 2250 St. Anthony Blvd, Minneapolis MN 55418, with visitation one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred.
A special thanks to the care team at Jones-Harrison and North Memorial Hospice for your loving care.