Obituary of Kenneth Richard Rutter

Kenneth Richard “Dick” Rutter passed away unexpectedly on October 3, 2024 at the Dr. Everett Chalmer’s Hospital, Fredericton, New Brunswick. Born on May 8, 1950 in Tillsonburg, Ontario, he was the son of the late Clarence and Gladys Rutter.

Dick is survived by his wife of 53 years, Gloria (Chiasson) Rutter; children, Angela, Kevin (Shirley), and Phyllis (Jason); grandchildren, Kelsey, Riley, Megan, Nathan, Brody, and Peyton; step-grandsons, Christopher and Matthew; 3 great grandchildren, 3 brothers, 9 sisters, as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Dick served in the military as a member of the Military Police for 35 years. He was past president of the Royal Canadian Legion branches #93 (Oromocto) and #632 (Orléans, Ottawa region), and was the visitor’s representative at the Veteran’s Health Unit in Fredericton.

A tribute by Legion #93 will be held at the Oromocto Funeral Home on Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 2:00 pm, with a memorial service to follow with Fr. Shawn Daley as celebrant. Interment at the St. Vincent de Paul cemetery will follow.

Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation in Dick’s name would be appreciated by the family.