of Heber Springs, AR
December 27, 1929 - June 21, 2012
Ina Belle Rutherford, 82, passed away June 21, 2012 at her Eden Isle residence in Heber Springs.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Enos and Ollie Nicholas and a grandson, Spencer Roach.
She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Robert; daughter: Robin Roach (husband, Jeff and granddaughter, Anna) of Germantown, Tennessee; son: Robert (wife, Tracy and granddaughters, Taylor and Jessica) of Cooper City, Florida; brothers: Enos Nicholas of Springfield, Missouri and Eulos Nicholas of Newark, Arkansas; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She graduated from the University of Arkansas with a business degree. At the university, she was a member of Pi Beta Phi Sorority, Razorback Beauty, Homecoming Court and Commerce Queen.
Married to Air Force Pilot, Robert, they spent tours of duty in Texas (twice), Illinois, Alabama, Tennessee, and Scotland. After Robert's retirement, they moved to Eden Isle.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 23, at Oaklawn Cemetery in Batesville. A memorial service will be at the First Presbyterian Church in Heber Springs at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 24.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church, 1313 W. Pine Street, Heber Springs, AR 72543 or the Cleburne County Library Building Fund, 1010 Searcy Street, Heber Springs, AR 72543.
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Jessica Rutherford
Saturday, July 14, 2012
Granny I will always love you were ever you are
Angie
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
To all those who loved and still love Ina,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope that during this difficult time you turn to our Creator in prayer for strength, Psalm 55:22, and meditate on his promise to resurrect, through his son Jesus, all those in his memory, John 5:28,29. This promise brings joy to those who wish to see those whom they love, that has been taken by that enemy death.
Sincerely,
Angie
T. Pat
Sunday, June 24, 2012
I would like to give my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Ina Belle Rutherford. I did not know her personally, but I am sure that she was loved very much and will be missed dearly. Losing a loved one in death can be such a difficult experience to go through for many, but do not despair. You can be sure that God takes notice of your sadness and he cares about you (1 Peter 5:7). He has given us the promise that soon, no one will lose a loved one in death again (Revelation 21:4). We can also look forward to the time promised when we can welcome back our dear dead loved ones, and once again enjoy their company and life with them (Acts 24:15). I hope that these few thoughts will provide a measure of comfort in your time of sorrow.
Zac Cothren
Saturday, June 23, 2012
Mr. Rutherford,
I was very saddened to hear of Belle's passing. She was always such a delightful person and we will miss her at the Library. You are in my prayers.
Dody Zelnick
Friday, June 22, 2012
She was always so faithful and will certainly be missed. My deepest sympathy to Bob and the family.
Charles & Carol Ray
Friday, June 22, 2012
Our deepest sympathy.
Debbie "Milligan" Wade
Friday, June 22, 2012
All of you are in my thoughts & prayers. I will always remember Ina Belle for the sweet, kind, & beautiful person she was inside and out, also her laughter & how she loved to remind you of stories from the past. I know she will be greatly missed by all.
Emily Biggers
Friday, June 22, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. Robin, I am praying earnestly for you and for all of your family. May God hold you close.
Love,
Emily Biggers
Rob and Sandra Francis
Friday, June 22, 2012
Each of you are in our thoughts and prayers. I will always remember Ina Belle for the kind, beautiful and elegant person that she was inside and out.
Resa Bolin --- Farm Service Agency
Thursday, June 21, 2012
She was such a joy to visit with and wait on when she came into the office. My prayers are with this family during this time of sorrow.