Ruth Kicklighter, 92, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026.

Ruth was born in Savannah, GA on April 1, 1933. She married, Perry Kicklighter, in 1954 at St Pauls Lutheran church. They were members of Isle of Hope Baptist and Fergurson Baptist. 

Ruth owned the doughnut castle and then retired as a real estate agent. She enjoyed designing and building custom homes. When asked what house was her favorite? She said all of them. After her husband of 61 years passed away. She moved to Magnolia Manor in Richmond hill. Her Grandaughter, Cody has been her caregiver for the last few years. She loved being a grandma and called Gabby! 

Ruth leaves behind her sons, David Kicklighter, and Mark Kicklighter. Her grandkids, Amber Martin, Heather Walker, Cory Kicklighter, Cody Mulder & Reed Kicklighter. Along with 12 great grandkids. Through the years she has always had a dog. Her current companion, she named him “baby” will miss her deeply, 

A visitation will be held from 10:00 am until 11:00 am on Monday, March 30, 2026 at the Fox & Weeks Hodgson Chapel. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, March 30, 2026 at the Fox & Weeks Hodgson Chapel. 7200 Hodgson Memorial Dr. Savannah, GA 31406. 

The burial will follow at Hillcrest Abbey Memorial Park. 

In remembrance, she would love for you, to take a boat ride, watch the Atlanta braves or eat some Popeyes fried chicken.