Porter, Texas - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at a 10:00 AM Mass in Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Scott for Wilbert "Lee" Rutledge, age, 82, who passed away on February 14, 2026, in Porter, Texas.

Interment will be held in Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery.

Reverend Gilbert J. Dutel will be the Celebrant of the Funeral Mass and officiate the services.

Survivors include his daughter, Anita Rutledge and her partner, Johnny Miller; his grandchildren, Chad Donato and his wife Brittany, Holly Guin, Catherine Donato, Crystal Donato, and Corinne Donato; his great-grandchildren, Hope, Avery, Colt, Aspen, Rylee, and Jaxx; his sister, Nellie Talbot; and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.

Preceded in death by his wife, Mary Elizabeth Rutledge; his parents, Paul Rutledge Guidry and Anita Hernandez Guidry; his brothers, Roy Rutledge, Woodrow Guidry, Raymond Dale Rutledge, and Allen Rutledge; and his sisters, Eva Dartez, Eula Thibodeaux, and Ruth Guidry.

Lee had a deep love for life and the simple joys that made it meaningful. Lee proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps, carrying that sense of honor, strength, and dedication throughout his life. Lee treasured time spent outdoors - whether camping beneath the stars, hunting at sunrise, or casting a line into quiet waters. Softball was more than a game to Lee; it was camaraderie, laughter, and memories that lasted a lifetime. Lee carried a true cowboy spirit, taking pride in rodeo calf roping, bush hogging, and the hard, honest work that shaped his character. The open road called to Lee during his years as a hot shot truck driver, and he embraced it with independence and determination.

In his quieter moments, Lee enjoyed settling in to watch Gunsmoke and cheering on the Houston Astros. You could often find him with a cigar in hand, playing dominoes, trying his luck at bingo, or sharing stories and laughter with friends.

Above all, Lee was devoted to his family. He shared a deep and enduring love with his beloved wife, and his daughter was a constant source of pride and joy in his life. Nothing meant more to Lee than the time he spent with his grandchildren, who were truly the light of his world. His greatest happiness was simply being surrounded by those he loved most.

Pallbearers will be Chad Donato, Catherine Donato, Crystal Donato, Corinne Donato, Kenneth Benoit and Johnny Miller.

A Rosary will be recited on Friday, February 20, 2026, at 7:00 PM in Martin & Castille's SCOTT Location.

The family requests that visitation be observed on Friday, February 20, 2026 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM and will continue on Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 8:00 AM until time of services.

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Martin & Castille Funeral Home - SCOTT, 802 Alfred Street, Scott, Louisiana 70583, 337-234-2320