of Batesville, AR
September 2, 1934 - October 18, 2020
Iola Rutledge, 86, of Batesville passed away October 18, 2020.
She was born September 2, 1934 in Batesville, Arkansas to Homer Jack and Ina Rae (Pierce) Staggs.
Iola was a faithful member of the Church of the Nazarene who enjoyed knitting, singing, and playing piano. She and her husband celebrated 64 years together. Iola loved teaching, serving 39 years in schools from 3rd grade all the way to business college and private piano lessons. She taught in Oklahoma, Texas, Arkansas, and Washington. Locally she taught at Oil Trough, Desha, Cord-Charlotte, Southside, Batesville; also Arkansas College and Batesville Community College.
She is survived by her loving husband, Glen Elwood Rutledge; two daughters, Donna Sue Rutledge Hines (Paul) of Rowlett, Texas; Darlene Rutledge Fowler (Jeff) of Southside, Arkansas; one sister, Iona Rae Renshaw, of Southside, Arkansas; three grandchildren, Dr. Philip Hines, Nicholas Fowler, Carolyn McLaughlin; and three great-grandchildren, Cheyenne McLaughlin, Andee Rae Hines, and Walker Robert Fowler.
Iola was preceded in death by her parents.
Pallbearers will be Paul Hines, Jeff Fowler, Dr. Philip Hines, Nicholas Fowler, Max McLaughlin, Keith Mason, and Jac Renshaw.
Funeral services will be Friday, October 23, 2020 at 2:00pm at the Roller-Crouch Funeral Home with Rev. James Staggs officiating. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens.
Visitation will be Thursday, October 22, 2020 from 3:00pm until 7:00pm with the family arriving at 5:00pm.
We are complying with the Arkansas Department of Health guidelines and limiting indoor funeral and visitation attendance to 50 people at one time. All attendees must provide and wear their own masks before entering, and social distancing will be observed.
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27 Condolence(s)
Carla Hillian
Friday, October 23, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Mrs. Rutledge was such a beautiful, Godly woman. She was talented and giving. What a wonderful soul.
Melissa Mohlke Marlin
Thursday, October 22, 2020
Ms Rutledge taught me in the 4th grade and she was just a teacher to me. But as I grew older I came to appreciate her. She was a wonderful and talented educator and friend. Praying for her family because she will be greatly missed.
Mandy EVANS
Thursday, October 22, 2020
prayer for your family ,Mrs.. Rutledge, was one of my favor teacher. she taught me a lot about typing and speech . in these class .in the 11th grade, of Cord-Charlotte, High, school, Class of 1994. She was a great Lady, friend, and teacher, and She will be great miss by. all. love Her student, and friend Mandy Evans
Missy Carlile
Thursday, October 22, 2020
Glen and family,
So sorry for your loss. We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers!
Buddy and Missy Carlile
Kevin Cherry
Thursday, October 22, 2020
She was such a sweet person. And a great teacher.
Heather Magouyrk Pratt
Thursday, October 22, 2020
Mrs. Rutledge was my 4th, 5th, and 6th grade teacher for math, English, and music. Those last years at Desha Elementary were special, and she was part of what made it so. God bless her and prayers for her family and loved ones in their loss.
Mary Duncan Wester
Thursday, October 22, 2020
Mrs Rutledge was one of my teachers at Cord-Charlotte. She was always happy and had a smile on her face. She will truly be missed. I pray God comforts the family in the days ahead. Rest in Heaven Mrs Rutledge.
Patsy Wilson
Thursday, October 22, 2020
Mrs. Rutledge taught piano to my three children andI I was her co-worker or co-educator as we both worked for the Desha School System. She was a very nice person. May she Rest In Peace.
Bill and Cheri Pierce
Thursday, October 22, 2020
Praying for all her family at this time.
Melissa Melissa Martin
Thursday, October 22, 2020
God bless you and your family. I am truly sorry for your irreplaceable loss.
Betty Cockrill
Thursday, October 22, 2020
I am so sorry to hear about Mrs. Rutledge. She was a special lady. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Carla wade
Thursday, October 22, 2020
Mrs Rutledge was my fourth grade teacher. She was always smiling . I truely loved her as a teacher . desha Sr 85.
You will be truely missed Mrs Rutledge.
Scott Freeze
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
Prayers for the family. Really enjoyed her classes.
Bonnie Elliott
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
Mrs. Rutledge and Mrs. Harmon were my first colleagues on my 43-year teaching journey. Iola was a joy to work with and kept us laughing in the teacher’s lounge with her delightful sense of humor. I know her family will miss her terribly and I hope they find much comfort in their memories. RIP, Mrs. Rutledge.
Anna green (polston)
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
She was a wonderful teacher love her
Sonya j. Martin
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
One of my very favorite people in this life. I used to see her at Dr. Holt's office. She always greeted me so sweetly. God bless family.
Karen Presley
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
My condolences â¤ï¸ Thank you, Mrs. Rutledge , for your kind heart, loving spirit and gifted teaching. Your light shown bright then and will always. â¤ï¸â¤ï¸ðŸ’
Gail Gillmore
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
So sorry to hear this. Hugs and prayers for the family.
Gail Gillmore
Dana Moody Manuel
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
Mrs. Rutledge was a life influencer for me! She taught me English in grades 4-6, taught me piano lessons during junior high and was my business and yearbook sponsor in my high school years! She always taught STUDENTS rather than curriculum and that is one reason I loved her so much!
I was blessed to be the teacher of her grand son many years after she inspired me to be an educator!
Prayers for her family!
Jerry Haertlein
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss. Blessings on you all.
Ruth Kent-Cook
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
Glen, I am sorry to hear about the passing of your sweet wife. Always enjoyed talking with her. God Bless your family.
Pat watkins
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
To the family: I’m so sorry for your loss. She was a sweet and beautiful lady.
May God comfort and bless you all in this time of sorrow.
Pat watkins.
David & Carol Fowler
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
Dear Family,
Know that even though we can’t
be with you our spirit,thoughts and prayers are there.
We know The Peacegiver and The
Comforter and Our Abba Father will
sustain you all during this difficult
time. We love you all. ðŸ™ðŸ»ðŸ¤—â¤ï¸
Cindy Nelson
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
Bill and I are so very sorry for your loss.
Donna jobe
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
our prayers are with you, bet she is playing the piano or organ in heaven.
Peggy Pearce
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
In our prayers. Randy and Peggy Pearce.
Jason and Nancy Allen
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
My prayers and heart are with you today and always. I am in Kuwait typing this message but just know Nancy and I are with the family now more than ever. Iola was a wonderful woman of God. We were all blessed by her presence. Love you guys