Valdis (Val) Rutmanis passed away peacefully at home on March 18, 2024 at the age of 81. He was born in Riga, Latvia on May 19, 1942. He is predeceased by his sister, mother, and brother.

Val is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Sherri (Dunn) Rutmanis. He is lovingly remembered by his sons Shawn Rutmanis, Darren Rutmanis (Shelley) Freeburg III, and his four grandchildren.

He worked many years managing stores for FW Woolworth, and 26 years managing stores for Big LOTS in St Louis area. He had a passion for fishing and enjoyed spending time with his loved ones at family gatherings.  He was drafted and honorably discharged from the US Army, serving from February 1964 to February 1966.

Val will be dearly missed..

In Lieu of flowers, please send donations to the American Heart Association.