St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church
17 Ranney Street, Campbellford
St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church
17 Ranney Street, Campbellford
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After a long and happy life, our father passed away peacefully at Pleasant Meadow Manor, Norwood, on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at the age of 96.
Loving husband of 64 years to the late Diana Elizabeth Filson (2023). Much loved father of David of Burlington and Paul of Toronto. Grandfather to Travis and Chase Rutherford.
Loved and remembered by several nieces and nephews. Pre-deceased by his parents, Douglas and Susie Rutherford and his brother Ralph and his wife Geraldine. Also pre-deceased by his sibling in-laws; Janet (Jack) Bews, Grant (May) Filson, Edward Filson and Colin Filson. Remembered fondly by many in the Campbellford community. Cremation has taken place.
A celebration of Alec’s life will be held on Saturday, June 28 at 11 a.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Campbellford. There will be visiting in the church from 10 – 11 am.
Inurnment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Donations to the Campbellford Memorial Hospital or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
Alec’s family wants to thank the incredible staff at the Multi-Care Lodge for their wonderful care over the years.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Heart and Stroke Foundation
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Alec always enjoyed a visit about Campbellford and area. He knew everyone, where they lived and who married who. We miss him coming down to coffee and stories of the area. Wishing you peace and healing. Ruth
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Campbellford Memorial Hospital Foundation
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Campbellford Memorial Hospital Foundation
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Campbellford Memorial Hospital Foundation
To Dave and the Rutherford family, I respectfully send my condolences on the loss of Alec. He sounds like a wonderful man and a great father and grandfather. May his memory be an eternal blessing.
My condolences David and Paul and families. Had many great visits with Alex at the Rutherford Picnics. He will be missed by many!
David and Paul .Please accept my condolence at the passing of you dad.I have many happy memories of both your mom and dad. Carolyn Roberts
Sorry to hear of Alec's passing. Deepest sympathies to the whole family.
David & Paul, Sorry for your loss, your Dad was a great man! ❤️ Alicia
Sorry for your loss, Dave & Paul. Your Dad had a good, long run. He is now reunited with your Mom and many longtime friends. Cherish your memories of the fun times you had.
RIP Uncle Alex, say "Hi" to Aunt Di for us. I will always have fond memories of the family reunions on the farm. Our thoughts our with Paul & David and Travis and Chase. Fathers and Grandfather's are the best and he will be missed and remembered on this Fathers Day for sure. Love Kevin & Laurie Filson
Paul & David I had the pleasure of knowing your Dad for the all the years they lived at Multicare Lodge, l had many good chats with him & your Mom. He always told me many interesting stories he will be sadly missed. May all the memories bring you all comfort. He's back in the arms of your Mom❤️ Kerry Dawe