Joseph Peyton Rutherford

Joseph Peyton Rutherford, age 77, of Jarrettsville, MD passed away on November 13, 2019 at his home. Born in Jarrettsville, MD, he was the son of the late Albert and Ruth (Harper) Rutherford. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and served our country in Vietnam and retired from the Harford County Government for after 50 years of service. Joseph, being a licensed horticulturist, enjoyed being in the outdoors and loved fishing and hunting.

Joseph is survived by his wife Leslie Rutherford; son, Andrew Lee (Victoria)Rutherford; and grandchildren, Samantha Rutherford, Alexander Rutherford and Zachary Rutherford.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by son, Matthew Peyton Rutherford, his half-brother, John Mulligan and half-sister, Margaret Mulligan.

Contributions may be made to The Highland School, 2409 Creswell Rd, Bel Air, MD 21015.
Condolences may be left on the guestbook at mccomasfuneralhome.com.