Billie Jean Rutledge, 87, passed away Friday, April 11, 2025 at her granddaughter’s home, with her family by her side. Billie Jean was born Jan. 30, 1938 in Uvalde, Texas to Woodrow and Dorris Langford.

Billie Jean loved her childhood ranch and would often recount memories from working on the ranch and all the animals, even in her last days. Billie Jean spent most of her life in Hillsboro, New Mexico and retired from the NM State Parks. Billie Jean greatly impacted her community and was always more than willing to help those in the community and those she loved.

Billie Jean took great pride in being a grandmother and great-grandmother and was always present for her grandkids.

Billie Jean is preceded in death by her parents, Woodrow and Doris Langford; and her sons: Ricky and Randy Rutledge.

She is survived by her brother, Ray (Janie); sister, Janet (Jim); Grandchildren: Kayla (Michael), Emily (Alex), Daniel (Liz), and Shane Rutledge; Great-grandchildren: Aubrey, Addilee, Mikey and Grayson; and numerous nieces and nephews, and extended family.

A public memorial service will be held at the Church of Christ, 1500 E. Third Ave., Truth or Consequences, NM 87901 on April 26th, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. A luncheon will follow at the church for those who would like to share a meal with the family and any memories.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Church of Christ on E. Third Ave. would be appreciated.