Fred L. Rutledge Jr.

Fred L. Rutledge, Jr., of Evansville, passed away Monday, October 17, 2022 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 10th, 1937 in Evansville to the late Fred, Sr. and Elsie (Koring) Rutledge. He was a graduate of FJ Reitz High School, Class of 1955 and a lifelong west sider. Fred was a fine craftsman and built a career as a residential builder, working alongside his brother Carl for many years and then owning Fred L Rutledge Construction company. Many homes that he built dot the west side of Evansville. Fred was a charter member of The Turning Pointe United Methodist Church and a strong Christian. He went thru Tres Dias and volunteered many weekends so others could expand their faith by attending Tres Dias weekends. Fred adored his family and friends dearly and the light of his life was being a Papa to his four grandchildren. He was always the favorite Grandpa to all his grandchildren’s friends. He made life fun for everyone around him and enjoyed making people laugh. The stories about Fred and those that experienced them are legendary. Fred is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Doris (Herrenbruck) Rutledge; sons Chris (Gretchen) Rutledge and Kevin Leroy Rutledge, both of Evansville; grandchildren Anna (Thomas Holmes), Samuel (Sarah) Rutledge, Emily (Forrest Howard) Rutledge and Annie (Calvin Brinton) Rutledge; sister, Doris Boswell; brothers Carl Rutledge and Terry (Donna) Rutledge; special niece, Janie Thomas and many other nieces, nephews and in-laws. He was preceeded in death by his parents, sisters Betty Hall and Romaine Armstrong and brothers and sisters in laws – Carroll and Annette Herrenbruck, Kenneth Herrenbruck, Bobby Hall, Marilou Rutledge and Lannie Boswell. A funeral service will be held at 10:00am on Friday, October 21, 2022 at Pierre Funeral Home, officiated by family friend Rev. Terry Gamblin with entombment to follow in Alexander Memorial Park. Friends and family may visit from 3:00pm to 7:00pm on Thursday, October 20 and on Friday, October 21 from 9:00am until the service at the funeral home. The family would like to offer a special thanks to the entire Heritage Hospice staff for their love and support of Fred and to two very special young caregivers, Lizzie Raben and July Johnston, who Fred loved very much. Due to his life-long love of horses (despite rarely picking a winner), memorial contributions may be made to: Riding Hope at 3311 David Drive, Mt. Vernon, IN 47620. Condolences may be made online at www.pierrefuneralhome.com.

Fred L. Rutledge Jr.

February 10, 1937 - October 17, 2022