James F Carruthers
June 6, 2019
James F. Carruthers, Passed away peacefully on June 6, 2019 at the age of 93. James was a graduate of Riverside High School Class of 1943. At 17 he enlisted in the Navy which he served for 2 years. While serving in active service he was aboard the USS Franklin, CV-13 and was one of only two survivors from his unit after the ship was bombed by the Japanese in WWII. He retired from RCA - GE in Moorestown in 1989 after over 35 years of service with the company in various locations through his career. James was past Grand Master of Masonic Lodge #126, F.& A.M. in Phila. Husband of the late Marilyn (nee Herrmann). Father of Carol (Joe) Pautz and Cynthia Devereaux, Grandfather of Lindsey Pautz, Kelsey Pautz, Michelle Devereaux and Lisa Devereaux. Services are private. In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1851 Old Cuthbert Rd. Cherry Hill, NJ 08034.
James F. Carruthers, Passed away peacefully on June 6, 2019 at the age of 93. James was a graduate of Riverside High School Class of 1943. At 17 he enlisted in the Navy which he served for 2 years. While serving in active service he was aboard... View Obituary & Service Information