Jerald Rutz, 81, of Perryton, Tx passed away on Friday, November 6, 2020. A funeral service is scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 10, 2020, at the First United Methodist Church in Perryton, TX with Rev. Mark Metzger officiating. A private family burial will follow in Ochiltree Cemetery. The funeral home in Perryton will be open for viewing/visitation Saturday (11/7/20) 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Sunday (11/8/20) 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm and Monday (11/9/20) 9:00 am – 9:00 pm. Arrangements are under the direction of Boxwell Brothers Funeral Home of Perryton. Due to COVID 19 guidelines, we will be practicing social distancing and occupancy numbers will be limited. Services will be broadcast live on the Boxwell Brothers Facebook page for those who wish to watch. There is a link on the website (boxwellbros.com) to access the Facebook page.

Jerald was born August 30, 1939, in Beaver, Ok to Marvin and Lydia (Meier) Rutz. He married Darla Frazier on July 27, 1963, in Follett, Tx. He owned and operated Motor Parts of Perryton for over 40 years. He was an Eagle Scout as well as a Scoutmaster for the Boys Scouts Club. He served as a member of Perryton National Bank Board for 28 years. He was very active in attending all the grandkids activities and functions as well as an active supporter in the youth livestock show and sale. He had a passion for antique cars and tractors. He loved his horses and weenie dogs. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Perryton.

Jerald is survived by his wife, Darla of the home; son, Michael Rutz and wife, Carol, of Perryton, Tx; daughter, Robin Leivo and husband, Rob, of Denver, Co; grandchildren, Alyssa Rutz, Kaden Rutz, Garrett Rutz, Grayson Rutz all of Perryton, Tx.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin and Lydia Rutz and his brother, Darrell Rutz.

The family requests memorials be sent to Snack Pak 4 Kids, PO Box 340, Perryton, Tx 79070 or the First United Methodist Church, PO Box 987, Perryton, Tx 79070.