David Lee Rutherford, 73, of Gallipolis, Ohio passed away on Monday, January 16, 2017 at the Holzer Medical Center. David was born on October 1, 1943 in Lincoln County, West Virginia, son of the late James Frank and Myrtle Lee Burdette Rutherford. He retired from the A.E.P. Philip Sporn Power Plant. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister Alice Fay Rutherford Miller. David is survived by two sons David L.K. “Adrian” Rutherford of Gallipolis, and Justen Rutherford of Gallipolis Ferry, West Virginia, a friend Marianne Kinnaird Rutherford of Gallipolis Ferry, West Virginia. In accordance with his wishes there will not be any services and burial will be at the convenience of the family. Willis Funeral Home is assisting the family. Please visit www.willisfuneralhome.com to send e-mail condolences.