Martin Rutz, age 59, of Mancos, Colorado peacefully passed Friday August 16, 2019 at Mercy Hospice House, Durango, Colorado in loving company of his wife of 21 years, Karen, and their dog, Milly. He was born to Ronald Rutz and Pat Harris in Lakewood, Colorado. Please join us for a celebration of life: Saturday, August 24, 2019 at 11:00 a.m., 11438 Rd 42, Mancos, Colorado 81328. Martin's ceaseless humor, metal-sculpture artwork, love for music, and Broncos devotion will forever be remembered. To the contrary, his secret fishing spots may follow him to the grave! He is preceded in death by his brother Parry, and survived by his siblings, Jeff, Kelly & Katie. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Mercy Hospice House, Durango.
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I am so sad to hear this news. I knew Marty as a kid. I played football, snow tubing, skiing, camping and hiking with him. Marty's brother Kelly was my best friend. May God bless you, Marty. Thank you for the fond memories and laughter we shared!
Michael Naylor
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October 16, 2023
Im gonna miss you my friend. You taught me how to fish. We will all be along soon. PALS
Chavez
September 8, 2019
Karen our hearts go out to you. We think of you all often,especially when we look at the beautiful arbor Martin made for our wedding ceremony on top of Missionary Ridge. We cherish our memories of the time we got to spend with you both their in Durango. Much love, Joe & Maria
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