<p> </p><p>EMILY BENUA RUTHERFORD died at her home on October 26, 2024. Born in Columbus in 1934, Emily was preceded in death by her husband, Robert B. Rutherford. She is survived by two sisters, five children, ten grandchildren and three great- grandchildren. Emily was a graduate of The Columbus School for Girls, Smith College and earned master’s degrees in both education and social work from The Ohio State University. </p><p>Emily led a life dedicated to the respectful and compassionate treatment of all people, and an unwavering passion for the natural world. She leaves a legacy of numerous charitable organizations that she helped to create. </p><p> In lieu of a memorial service and flowers, please plant a tree in her memory yourself, or through the link and partnership on this page, or make a charitable donation to a charity of your choosing. </p><p>Arrangements with the family by COOK & SON - PALLAY FUNERAL HOME. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>
January 27, 1934 - October 26, 202401/27/193410/26/2024
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EMILY B. RUTHERFORD
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