Clarence Alvin Rutherford

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Rutherford; Clarence Alvin "Al" (Past Master of Orillia Masonic Lodge #192 and a member of the Scottish Rite.) - Passed away on Wednesday, September 24, 2014 in his 85th year. Al is the beloved husband of Mary (nee Leigh). Al and Mary recently celebrated 63 years of marriage. Al is the son of the late Angus and Willah Rutherford, loving father of Jan Rutherford (Parri) of Orillia and Todd Rutherford (Haifa) of Toronto, cherished grandfather of Dr. Drew Kingston (Melissa) of Ottawa and Kristin, Bryden and Blair Rutherford of Pickering. Al was born and raised in Orillia and was an avid baseball and gifted basketball player in his younger years. Musically, he played both the guitar and piano and sang in many barbershop quartets over the years. Al had a long and distinguished career of 43 years with Bell Canada. Upon retirement Al and Mary returned to Orillia in 1990. He was responsible for overseeing the finances of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church for several years. He will be truly missed as a wise gentleman from whom many sought advice and comfort. The family would like to thank Dr. Maarthen Reinders for his support and guidance and also the staff in the Severn Unit at Trillium Manor for their care and compassion during these past few years. The family will receive relatives and friends at the St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 99 Peter St. N., Orillia on Saturday, September 27, 2014 from 12 noon until time of Masonic Service at 1 o'clock, then Order of the Eastern Star Service, followed by Funeral Service. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society of Simcoe County or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Messages of condolence are welcomed at www.mundellfuneralhome.com.
Visitation
The family will receive relatives and friends at the St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 99 Peter St. N., Orillia on Saturday, September 27, 2014 from 12PM - 1PM
Service
Services will be held at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 99 Peter St. N., Orillia on Saturday, September 27, 2014 at 1 o'clock