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John Lawrence Rutledge Jr., 53, a native of Havre de Grace, Md., and resident of Morgan City, La., died, Tuesday, April 26, 2011.
Mr. Rutledge’s greatest love was his family, especially his children, whom he was so very proud of, especially watching them as they serve Mass at Sacred Heart Church. His passion was motorcycles, whether he was riding, building or just working on them. He loved Christmas, he would decorate his yard and dress as Santa and give gifts to the children who stopped by. John never met a stranger and would do anything for anyone without ever being asked.
He is survived by his wife, Leslie Besson Rutledge; daughter, Meghan Irene Rutledge; son, Mason John Rutledge; mother, Irene Rose Rutledge; sister, Jackie (Angela Serio) Rutledge; stepson, James Estay; and one grandson, Cayden Thomassie.
He was preceded in death by his father, John Lawrence Rutledge Sr.; father-in-law, Andrew Besson; brother-in-law, Kevin Besson; maternal grandparents, Frederick James and Mary Ann Rose; and paternal grandparents, Oscar and Florence Rutledge.
The Rutledge family wishes to express their heartfelt thanks to the compassionate staff at South Baldwin Regional Medical Center, Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office, Orange Beach Fire and Rescue and Med Star EMS.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Sacred Heart Church’s Building and Maintenance Fund, 415 Union Street, Morgan City, LA 70380. (Hargrave)
