Mr. James Rutherford, 95, of Seale, AL passed on Wednesday, September 23, 2020 in Columbus, GA.

Graveside service will be held 12 noon EST Friday, October 2, 2020 Greater New Jerusalem Baptist Church with Rev. Roderick Baptiste, officiating. Public visitation will Thursday, October 1, 2020 from 2-5 p.m.

Dea. Rutherford was born December 24, 1924 in Russell County, AL to the late Ben Rutherford and the late Christine Robinson. He was educated in the Russell County School System,and a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church Seale, AL where he served in many capacities.

Survivors include two nieces, Melody Rutherford of Columbus, GA and Christine Powell-Jones (Michael) of Boston; two nephews, Larry Marshall and Gary Meadows both of Boston and a host of other relatives and friends.