Patricia Marguerite Rutschilling

Patricia Marguerite Rutschilling, passed away unexpectedly on October 20, 2026, in South Charleston, Ohio. She was born on February 3, 1944, in Sidney, Ohio.

Patricia will be remembered as a woman who loved her family deeply and gave her life to them with quiet devotion. That love shaped the many relationships she cherished and remains the heart of the legacy she leaves behind.

She worked as a legal assistant for the City of Springfield, serving with dedication and care. Beyond her work, Patricia was a faithful member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in South Charleston, Ohio. Her church community was an important part of her life, and she was also active in the CLC, where she enjoyed lunches with the ladies and their many outings. Those gatherings brought her friendship, fellowship, and many happy moments.

On February 3, 1968, she married Thomas Rutschilling, the beloved husband who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her parents, Cletus Magoto Sr. and Clara Magoto; brothers, Cletus Magoto Jr., Marvin Magoto, and Norman Magoto; and by her sisters, Jeanette Benson and Mary Lou DeMange.

Patricia leaves behind a loving family who will continue to carry her memory forward: her children, Michael Rutschilling, Janelle Heskett, Matthew (Elisha) Rutschilling, and Thomas J. (Megan) Rutschilling; her grandchildren, Jason (Courtney) Rutschilling, Mikaela Rutschilling, Ethan Heskett, Lauren (Wade) Smiddy, Jude Rutschilling, Liberty Rutschilling, and Landon Rutschilling. She is also lovingly remembered by her St. Charles family and by the ladies of the CLC, whose companionship added warmth and joy to her days.

Visitation will be held on October 25, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Ingling & Lewis Funeral Home, 24 N Chillicothe St, South Charleston, OH 45368. A Mass will be held on October 26, 2026, beginning at 10:00 a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 31 N Chillicothe St, South Charleston, OH 45368. She will be laid to rest beside her husband at St. Charles Borromeo Cemetery. 

Patricia’s life was rooted in family, faith, friendship, and steadfast love. She will be deeply missed and tenderly remembered by all who knew her. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Charles Borromeo Scholarship Fund c/o St. Raphael Catholic Church, 225 E. High St. Springfield, Ohio 45505.  Condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.jacksonlytle.com