James Freeman Rutherford passed away Monday, February 11, 2019 at Ben Atchley Veterans Home at the age of 88. James served in the U.S. Army and retired as a manager from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company. He was a member of Sharon Baptist Church. Preceded in death by wife of 65 years, Katherine Eledge Rutherford; parents, Fred and Rose Rutherford. Survived by son, Gary (Patrice) Smith; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; nephews, Bobby (Claudia) Kennedy, Allen (Linda) Kennedy, Fred (Becky) McBride, Ronnie (Pandy) Wells, David (Carolyn) Wells; Nieces Jane (Dick) Eason and Dora (Bill) Love. Friends and family will meet at 1:45 pm Thursday, February 14, 2019 at Sharon Baptist Church Cemetery for a 2:00 pm graveside service with Dr. Jim Robertson officiating. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be expressed at www.mynattfh.com.