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Presiding Elder Johnny B. Rutledge

03/12/1949 - 08/04/2026

Obituary For Presiding Elder Johnny B. Rutledge

Presiding Elder Johnny B. Rutledge, 77, of Phenix City, AL passed on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 in Columbus, GA.

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. EST on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at St. John AME Church, Ft. Mitchell, AL with Rev. Dr Isaac Hudson, Pastor, officiating with Presiding Elder Eugene Marshall, Eulogist. Public viewing will be from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m EST at Taylor Funeral Home.

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Sending my deepest condolences to the Rutledge family. Mr. Rutledge was such a sweet man and he will be missed.

Jamie Gowdy

Elder Rutledge,

You left footprints so deep that time can never erase them. Your life touched countless hearts, and your legacy will never be forgotten. Thank you for your wisdom, your faith, and the love you shared with so many. May you rest in eternal peace. You will be deeply missed, forever remembered, and always cherished. πŸ•ŠοΈπŸ’™

Eddie Hoskins

Rip bro. Minter Rutledge will missed you. Calhoun family love you always my brother.

Michael Calhoun

To Sis/Mrs.Ruthledge, I am so sorry for your loss. May God continue to keep you in His care n give you peace, comfort, and strength during this most difficult time. With deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy. Much love ❀️ many prayers πŸ™πŸΎ β€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈπŸ™πŸΎπŸ™πŸΎπŸ™πŸΎπŸ™πŸΎπŸŒΉπŸŒΉπŸŒΉ Yours truly Country's Barbecue lady

S.Faye Vaughn-Ingram

Praying for the family May God give peace and comfort. The Sanders Family

Joyce sanders

Mrs. Rutledge and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I pray God comforts and gives you strength.

Sarah Wiltshire

To my cousins Johnnie B. will truly be missed, I pray that God will wrap you with his arms of comfort and strength as you journey through this difficult time. Know that he has experienced his last trial and pain. RIH Johnnie B.

Ella Johnson

To the Rutledge Family my condolences and keeping the family in my prayers for strength and comfort! Love the Flute Family!

Ms. Olivia Flute

My sincere condolences to the family, Praying for your strength in a difficult time like this πŸ™

Emma Bynam Sumbry

I had the privilege of working with Johnny at CVCC. He was totally dedicated to the success and well-being of our students. May he now enjoy the rewards of a life well-lived.

Anne Messner

I am sending my deepest condolences to The Rutledge Family πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™.

Melvin&Angelia Jackson Sr.

May God Grant the family peace and comfort during this time . Know that the SANKS family loves you all dearly !!

Markeius & Yolanda Sanks

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.