Judith Sue (Coulter) Rutherford

Judith Sue Coulter Rutherford, 85 passed on December 23, 2024, in Bedford, IN.  She was born in Paoli, IN to William Lester and Mary Ruth Collier Coulter on December 19, 1939.

Judy married Shelby Rutherford on April 25, 1959, in Paoli.  She was a graduate of Paoli High School class of 1957.

Judy dearly loved her family and lived for their visits and phone calls.  She also had several dear life-long friends that meant so much to her.  Her family, friends and neighbors provided her with inspiration and so many blessings during her life.

Judy’s heart was full of love and kindness, and she never met a stranger.

Judy is survived by her husband of 65 years Shelby Rutherford, sons Scott (Lynn) Rutherford and Reed (Lori) Rutherford.  Grandchildren Krystyn (Jake) Rutherford Gunther, Frank Rutherford and Sierra Rutherford.  Sister’s Linda Kibler Rutherford, Pat (Jerry) Coulter Runyon and brother Jack (Barb) Coulter.  Great grandchildren Shelby Mae Gunther and Reagan Gunther.

She was preceded in death by her parents and grandson Korey S. Rutherford.

Services will be held at Dillman Scott Funeral Home in Paoli, IN on Sunday, December 29, 2024, with visitation from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, and funeral following at 2:00 pm officiated by Pastor Gary Swick with internment to follow at Stampers Creek Cemetery.