Ruth Wilbanks

Ruth Wilbanks, age 101 of Nicholson, GA passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2020 at her residence.

Born on July 9, 1919 in Jackson County, GA, Mrs. Wilbanks was the daughter of the late Fred A. and Vinnie Williamson Blalock. She was the widow of Milton Wilbanks, the owner of RuJean Beauty Shop and a member of Nicholson Baptist Church. Ruth was preceded in death by a daughter, Glenda Wilbanks and a son, Donald Wilbanks.

Survivors include a brother, Hubert (Pauline) Blalock; sisters, Francis King, Ruby Cheek; and a number of loved nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held 4 PM Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020 at Ivie Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Terry Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Jackson Memorial Park. The family will receive friends 3 PM until time of the service Saturday at the funeral home.

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Arrangements are in the care of Ivie Funeral Home, Commerce, GA.

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