James Jordan Ruttley Jr. of Rockford departed this earthly life October 8, 2025. He was born April 11, 1980 in Chicago, IL the son of James Ruttley Sr. and Rhonda Isby. James lived in Rockford since 2022 coming from Toledo, Ohio. James was employed by Dekalb County Waste Management. He attended North Avenue Baptist Church in Sycamore, IL. James graduated from Sycamore High School class of 1998 and attended Kishwaukee Community College pursuing his Culinary Arts Degree.

James leaves to cherish many loving memories, his daughter, Chevela Ware; three sons, James Ruttley III; LaJoran Ruttley and Monte' Ruttley; two grandchildren; two sisters, Bessie Ruttley and Tonya Ruttley; special aunt, Marqueta Isby (Anthony) Davis a host of aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends.  He was predeceased by parents; one aunt and one uncle.

Memorial services will be held at a later date.