Kelly Eileen Rutter (Brown), age 62, of Orrville, Ohio, passed away March 10, 2024, at Aultman Orrville Hospital. Kelly was born August 22, 1961, in Toledo, Ohio, to the late John and Flora (Schmuck) Brown.
Kelly graduated from Notre Dame Academy, class of 1980. She married the love of her life, John Rutter, on April 3, 1982, and together had two beautiful daughters. Kelly was a wonderful stay at home mom, caring for her family. She was very family oriented and they always came first.
A dedicated Christian, she loved Jesus and inspiring those around her to have a strong faith as well. Kelly loved everyone, her smile, love, and laugh will be missed by those who were lucky enough to know her. This isn't goodbye, but we will see you again!
Those left to forever cherish her memory are her loving husband, John Rutter; daughter, Amanda (Jeremy) Snyder and their children, Noah, Hazel, Violet, Lincoln, and Oliver; daughter, Kay (Jared) Ressler and their children, Matthew and Nathaniel; sisters, Kim (Roy) Delgado, Karen (Tom) Sandy, and Kay (Scott) Jennings; sister-in-law, Linda Bilby; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Kelly was preceded in death by her parents, John and Flora Brown.
Family and friends may visit at Newcomer Funeral Home, 4150 West Laskey Road, Toledo, Ohio 43623, on Thursday, March 14, 2024, from 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Funeral services will be on Friday, March 15, 2024, at 11:00 am, at the funeral home, with Pastor Brad Wotring officiating. Following the service, Kelly will be laid to rest at Ottawa Hills Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Kelly's name to: Christian Children's Home of Ohio, 2685 Armstrong Road, Wooster, Ohio 44691 and/or Pregnancy Care Center of Wayne County, 331 West Liberty Street, Wooster, Ohio 44691.
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