Sally Annette (Richardson) Rutledge, 84, of Dunbar, passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 28, 2025. She was born on July 16, 1940, at her home in Dunbar, WV, to Fred B. Richardson and Francis O'Dell Richardson O'Neal.

A proud graduate of Dunbar High School, Sally worked as a unit clerk at CAMC for many years before retiring. She was a devoted member of Dunbar United Methodist Church, where she delighted in singing in the choir.

In 1954, Sally met the love of her life, Lloyd C. Rutledge, and they shared 50 wonderful years of marriage. Together, they built a home filled with love, laughter, and the joy of family. Sally was a nurturing mother and grandmother who treasured her time with her loved ones. She had a passion for traveling and was known as the go-go-go girl by her brother, Fred. Sally also enjoyed baking, exercising, singing, and dancing, and was often the life of the party. Sally never met a stranger and made a lasting impression on all who knew her. Her vibrant spirit, infectious laughter, and boundless warmth will be deeply missed by all who were fortunate enough to know her.

Sally was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd C. Rutledge; daughters, Debby L. Rutledge and Becky E. Turley; brother, Charles D. Richardson and his wife, Margaret; and brothers-in-law, Harlow Rutledge and Joe Caudill.

She is survived by her sister, Lisabeth Caudill; her beloved brother and caregiver, Fred B. Richardson; sister-in-law, Helena (Rutledge) Naylor; daughter, Teresa A. Smith and husband, Rick Smith; son, Joshua L. Rutledge and wife, Faith Rutledge; son-in-law, Barry Turley Sr.; grandchildren, Joey Turley and wife, Heather, Andrew Rutledge, Barry Turley-Moore and husband, Angelo, Jeremy Smith, Matthew Smith and wife, Michelle, Brittany Smiley and wife, Makayla, Havyn Rutledge, Myrah Rutledge, and Kinsley Rutledge; several cousins, nieces, and nephews; and 8 great-grandchildren.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to Dr. Jeffrey Trump and his dedicated staff for their compassionate care over the years. A special and profound thanks goes to her brother, Fred Richardson, for his unwavering love and devoted care.

A tribute to Sally's life will be held at 7:00 PM on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Dunbar United Methodist Church. A private burial will take place at a later date.

The family will receive friends starting at 6:00 PM, prior to the service on Saturday.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Dunbar United Methodist Church in Sally's memory.

Sally's legacy of love, kindness, and joy will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

Arrangements are in care of Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar.
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