Elizabeth D. Rutter, age 99, of Wilmington, passed away peacefully at home.
Elizabeth was a graduate of Caroline High School in Denton, Maryland, Class of 1944. She dedicated 27 years of service to her community as a crossing guard at Marbrook Elementary School, where she was a familiar and caring presence to generations of children.
She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Harold “Hats” Rutter and her daughter in law Sharon Rutter.
Elizabeth is survived by her three sons: Guy H. Rutter of Wilmington; Leroy R. Rutter of Newark; and Charles W. Rutter and his wife, Elizabeth Cerminara, of Hockessin. She is also survived by three grandchildren—Christopher (Michelle), Shawn, and Tricia—and seven great-grandchildren: Hailey Rutter; Kelsie Monaghan (Bryce); Susan Ward; Jocelyn Rutter; Tyler Diehl; Samantha Diehl; and Matt Mosier.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at McCrery & Harra Funeral Homes, 3710 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, DE 19808. Friends may call beginning at 10:00 a.m., with the service to follow at 11:00 a.m. Burial will take place at Gracelawn Memorial Park.
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