Patrick Rutter, Sr.
Patrick Rutter, Sr., was born on August 25, 1963, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Paul Rutter Sr. and Dorothy Rutter. He was the youngest out of five siblings.
Patrick, at the age of 61, passed away on June 29, 2025. He is survived by his sister Dorothy, his brother Tom, and Paul, his son Patrick, one grandson, 6 nephews, 1 niece, 14 grand nephews and nieces. Patrick was preceded in death by his father, Paul, his mother, Dorothy, and his brother, Danny.
Growing up in Philadelphia, Patrick was a proud Philadelphian who loved his hometown teams-the Eagles, Flyers, Phillies, and Sixers. He loved playing darts and bowling, and cherished spending time with family and friends. Patrick had a gift of humor, always ready with a joke or smile to brighten someone’s day.
To those who knew him best, Patrick was affectionately known as Bubba, Pop Pop, Uncle Moose, Moose, and Dad. His family meant the world to him, and his presence and light will be deeply missed by many.
May you find eternal peace, Patrick.
All are invited to Patrick’s visitation and service on Friday, July 11th at McCafferty Funeral & Cremation Inc., 6711 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA 19135 (between Unruh & Knorr Sts.) from 9:30 am- 11:00 am. There will be a service with eulogies in the funeral home at 11:00 am.
Dear Rutter Family, Please accept our sincerest condolences! I have many fond memories of hanging out with Dottie & her crazy brothers when I was in Jr. High. My husband, Ed & I were also friends with Pat during high school &into our 20’s & 30’s. Pat always had a smile when we saw him & always seemed glad to see us! May his memory bring a smile to you when you need it the most!
My Uncle Was One of a Kind You were my favorite uncle, and I was your favorite niece (your only niece, as you loved to remind me). As I sit here thinking about how much you’re going to be missed, my heart is full of both love and sadness. I truly loved you so much, and I’m so thankful I had you—the best uncle anyone could ask for. You brought joy, laughter, and love into our lives in a way only you could. You weren’t just an amazing uncle to me-you were a great great uncle to my kids. They adored you, and their love for you says everything about the kind of person you were. Thank you for being such a bright part of our lives. We’ll miss you more than words can say.
There’s so many things that I can say about this man that I don’t even know where to begin. But this is where I will start; Moose was an amazing man and grandfather. Your light will truly be missed. You were the true definition of a superhero always there when anyone was in need. I’m sending my condolences on behalf of the Lyons family. Where you have truly left a staple in our family. So this is not goodbye, It is a simple See you later. Love your daughter Brandy
The best grandfather I have ever known any man to be. You have been an amazing male figure and piece of our family that will truly be missed. Your humor, laughter, and spontaneous facts of knowledge/intelligence will never leave my memories. Love you Big P/Dad
The best grandfather I have ever known any man to be. You have been an amazing male figure and piece of our family that will truly be missed. Your humor, laughter, and spontaneous facts of knowledge/intelligence will never leave my memories.
Love you Big P/Dad
There’s so many things that I can say about this man that I don’t even know where to begin. But this is where I will start; Moose was an amazing man and grandfather. Your light will truly be missed. You were the true definition of a superhero always there when anyone was in need. I’m sending my condolences on behalf of the Lyons family. Where you have truly left a staple in our family. So this is not goodbye, It is a simple See you later.
Love your daughter Brandy
My Uncle Was One of a Kind
You were my favorite uncle, and I was your favorite niece (your only niece, as you loved to remind me). As I sit here thinking about how much you’re going to be missed, my heart is full of both love and sadness.
I truly loved you so much, and I’m so thankful I had you—the best uncle anyone could ask for. You brought joy, laughter, and love into our lives in a way only you could.
You weren’t just an amazing uncle to me-you were a great great uncle to my kids. They adored you, and their love for you says everything about the kind of person you were.
Thank you for being such a bright part of our lives. We’ll miss you more than words can say.
Dear Rutter Family,
Please accept our sincerest condolences! I have many fond memories of hanging out with Dottie & her crazy brothers when I was in Jr. High. My husband, Ed & I were also friends with Pat during high school &into our 20’s & 30’s. Pat always had a smile when we saw him & always seemed glad to see us! May his memory bring a smile to you when you need it the most!