Ruth P. Paulk, 78, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on April 19, 2014. She was born in Macon, GA daughter of the late Edward Thomas and Verdie Maude (Caldwell) Parker. She attended schools in Macon, GA and Valdosta, GA.
She began her business career with the Macon Telegraph & News. After marriage she relocated to Jacksonville and accepted a position with Independent Life Insurance Company. Ruth worked her way through the ranks and became an Assistant Vice President and also completed Insurance LOMA courses I, II, III & IV.
A civic minded individual, Ruth was a member of the Uptown Civitan Club, the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce UpDowntowners, past President of the Board of Directors of American Business Women’s Association, past President of Beta Sigma Phi sorority and served as co-chair of the Florida State Convention.
She was also a long time member of the First Baptist Church downtown.
Ruth is survived by her devoted husband, Lonnie Paulk, a daughter, Kimberly Paulk-Ruel, a sister, Grace Williams, sister-in-law, Andrea Parker, several nieces and nephews, and many dear friends.
A graveside service will be held at Oaklawn Cemetery at 4801 San Jose Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32207 on Friday, April 25, 2014. The family will receive friends beginning at 10 am and the service will follow at 11 am.
Memorials in Ruth’s name may be directed to Community Hospice of NE Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
Words of comfort can be left at www.hardage-giddenshendricksave.com
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home 4115 Hendricks Ave. Jacksonville, FL 32207. (904) 346-3808.
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