Celebrating the life of
Ruth Carolyn Hood Walker
September 18, 1940 - January 31, 2017
Griffin, GA - Ruth Carolyn Hood Walker, 76, died peacefully at Eternal Hope Hospice in Griffin, Georgia, surrounded by family and friends on January 31, 2017. She was born in Savannah, Georgia, on September 18, 1940 and was the daughter of Jack A and Mary Elizabeth (Sherin) Hood, Sr., both of whom predeceased her.
She is survived by her two daughters and sons-in-law, Faith and Tom Swinson and Jackie and Wade Roberts, and four grandchildren, Christopher and Matthew Swinson, and Travis and Tori Roberts. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Cheryl Ann Walker. She is also survived by JoElla Baker, Frances and Gene Walker, Susan and Gene Wise, Sally and Ed Walker, Jack Hood, Jr., Guy Hood, and many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her former spouse, Jack A Walker. She will be missed by her loyal canine companion, Penny. Ruth was a devoted mother and grandmother and loved to share the accomplishments of her children, and especially her grandchildren.
She graduated from Commercial High School and the St. Joseph's School of Nursing. She was a registered nurse specializing in orthopedic care for over 35 years at Memorial Medical Center and loved mentoring new nurses to the profession. She was an old school nurse who gave exemplary patient care, developing wonderful relationships with their families. Her retirement party was a celebration of her true dedication and devotion to her nursing career.
For many years, she loved leading others to Christ by serving in the bus ministry of Bible Baptist Church. She unselfishly gave of her time, talents, and treasure, touching the lives of numerous children and their families.
The family extends sincere appreciation to her many caring physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, CNAs, caregivers, and hospital staff while at Spalding Regional Hospital and Eternal Hope Hospice. Their care and professionalism was only exceeded by their kindness to her.
A memorial service will be officiated by the Reverend Patrick O'Brien on Saturday, February 4, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. at the Islands Chapel of Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors. The family will receive friends prior to the service, beginning at 9:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment service will follow at Bonaventure Cemetery.
Remembered Joy-
I'd like the memory of me to be a happy one.
I'd like to leave an afterglow of smiles when life is done. I'd like to leave an echo whispering softly down the ways,
Of happy times and laughing times and bright and sunny days. I'd like the tears of those who grieve, to dry before the sun;
Of happy memories that I leave when life is done.
Faith and family, I just learned of Ruth's passing. I am so sorry for your loss, and know, that if I had known, I would have been at her memorial service. She was always such a joy bringing Penny in the office. I always got tickled when she would ask about the doctor in a flirting manner. As you know, she doted on Penny, but she always had wonderful things to say about you, Faith, and your family. When she would leave the office, I always stood in front of her, having her put her hands on my shoulders, and take the steps one at a time. (We played train. lol) She always brought a joyful smile into the office, and left us with a smile on our faces. She will definitely be missed, and I'm glad her joy was shared with us. Praying for all of you at this difficult time. Again, I am so sorry about your mother's passing.
- Karla & Jon Hughes, Savannah, GA
Jack sorry to read of Ruth's passing. I remember her as being a very nice and forgiving person. How she ever put up with all the things me and you put her through tells me what a great person she was. She will surely be missed. Sorry for your loss...
- Buddy Gallaher, Thunderbolt, Ga
Faith and family, So sorry to hear about your mom. My memories of her are so sweet and fun-loving. She had such a servant's heart and always poured love into everything she did! We will need praying for you all. Love, Angela Hall
- Bill and Angela Hall, Statesboro, Ga
Faith & Jackie - So sorry to hear about your loss. Prayers for all of your family that God will comfort you. Thankful for your mom's sweet smile and many good memories in your home. I am sure it will be difficult without your mom, but rejoicing with you that you will see her again. Thinking of you all with sincere love. Debra
- Debra Spidle, Columbia, SC
My deepest condolences go out to your family, it's never easy losing a loved one. You might take comfort in God's promise found at Revelation 21:4 where he says "he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away." This verse gave me some hope when I experienced loss, I pray it will do the same for you. May your warm memories also give you strength to endure this hard time.
- Jae Mckenzie , Savannah , GA
Faith and Tom, Tammy and I were saddened to hear about Mrs. Walker's passing. Even though I've only worked with Tom for a short time, I feel like we've become fast friends. I know that no words of mine will fill the hole in your lives that you are feeling right now, but please know that your faith will help you through it. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
- David and Tammy Walker, Peachtree City, GA
Jackie and family, My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time.
- Carolyn Beebe, Savannah, Ga
Dear Jackie and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know that my prayers are with all of you. I remember our fun times as neighbors when we were young and of course our years through school together. With deepest sympathy and love, Tonya Mitchell Morgan
- Tonya Mitchell Morgan, Wilmington , NC
Faith and Tom I will always remember how much fun your mom was. She always had such a good and kind spirit and treated our daughter as her own. May she kick up her heels in heaven and make all the angels smile! Our sincere sympathy for you Faith and your family.
- Tim and Patsy Stanley, Columbus, IN
We were so very sorry to hear of the loss of Mrs. Walker. May your memories give you comfort, strength and love … today and in each day ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and your loved ones.
- Amy & Tony Stankosky, Sharpsburg, GA
Prayers and love from the Tomlinsons.
- Tomlinson family, Newnan, GA
I am so sorry for your loss. We are keeping the family in our prayers. Ruth was so blessed to have Faith as her Angel by her side as she left this world.
- Melissa, Brian, Valerie & Julianne, Fayetteville, GA
Sorry to hear your families loss.
- Albert and Jen, Savannah,
Thinking of all of the family and remembering what a sweet lady Ruth always was. We send our love and prayers We know she will be greatly missed.
- Mr.& Mrs. Bill Cook, Richmond Hill, Ga.
Jackie & Faith, My love, prayers and thoughts are with you. your mother had to be a very special lady as is shown in your caring personalities. she loves forever in your hearts.
- Debbie Lightfoot, Savannah, GA
Jackie, I am so sorry to read of your mother's passing. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you or your family. Yall will be in my thoughts and prayers
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Faith and family, I just learned of Ruth's passing. I am so sorry for your loss, and know, that if I had known, I would have been at her memorial service. She was always such a joy bringing Penny in the office. I always got tickled when she would ask about the doctor in a flirting manner. As you know, she doted on Penny, but she always had wonderful things to say about you, Faith, and your family. When she would leave the office, I always stood in front of her, having her put her hands on my shoulders, and take the steps one at a time. (We played train. lol) She always brought a joyful smile into the office, and left us with a smile on our faces. She will definitely be missed, and I'm glad her joy was shared with us. Praying for all of you at this difficult time. Again, I am so sorry about your mother's passing.
- Karla & Jon Hughes, Savannah, GA
Jack sorry to read of Ruth's passing. I remember her as being a very nice and forgiving person. How she ever put up with all the things me and you put her through tells me what a great person she was. She will surely be missed. Sorry for your loss...
- Buddy Gallaher, Thunderbolt, Ga
Faith and family, So sorry to hear about your mom. My memories of her are so sweet and fun-loving. She had such a servant's heart and always poured love into everything she did! We will need praying for you all. Love, Angela Hall
- Bill and Angela Hall, Statesboro, Ga
Faith & Jackie - So sorry to hear about your loss. Prayers for all of your family that God will comfort you. Thankful for your mom's sweet smile and many good memories in your home. I am sure it will be difficult without your mom, but rejoicing with you that you will see her again. Thinking of you all with sincere love. Debra
- Debra Spidle, Columbia, SC
My deepest condolences go out to your family, it's never easy losing a loved one. You might take comfort in God's promise found at Revelation 21:4 where he says "he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away." This verse gave me some hope when I experienced loss, I pray it will do the same for you. May your warm memories also give you strength to endure this hard time.
- Jae Mckenzie , Savannah , GA
Faith and Tom, Tammy and I were saddened to hear about Mrs. Walker's passing. Even though I've only worked with Tom for a short time, I feel like we've become fast friends. I know that no words of mine will fill the hole in your lives that you are feeling right now, but please know that your faith will help you through it. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
- David and Tammy Walker, Peachtree City, GA
Jackie and family, My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time.
- Carolyn Beebe, Savannah, Ga
Dear Jackie and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know that my prayers are with all of you. I remember our fun times as neighbors when we were young and of course our years through school together. With deepest sympathy and love, Tonya Mitchell Morgan
- Tonya Mitchell Morgan, Wilmington , NC
Faith and Tom I will always remember how much fun your mom was. She always had such a good and kind spirit and treated our daughter as her own. May she kick up her heels in heaven and make all the angels smile! Our sincere sympathy for you Faith and your family.
- Tim and Patsy Stanley, Columbus, IN
We were so very sorry to hear of the loss of Mrs. Walker. May your memories give you comfort, strength and love … today and in each day ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and your loved ones.
- Amy & Tony Stankosky, Sharpsburg, GA
Prayers and love from the Tomlinsons.
- Tomlinson family, Newnan, GA
I am so sorry for your loss. We are keeping the family in our prayers. Ruth was so blessed to have Faith as her Angel by her side as she left this world.
- Melissa, Brian, Valerie & Julianne, Fayetteville, GA
Sorry to hear your families loss.
- Albert and Jen, Savannah,
Thinking of all of the family and remembering what a sweet lady Ruth always was. We send our love and prayers We know she will be greatly missed.
- Mr.& Mrs. Bill Cook, Richmond Hill, Ga.
Jackie & Faith, My love, prayers and thoughts are with you. your mother had to be a very special lady as is shown in your caring personalities. she loves forever in your hearts.
- Debbie Lightfoot, Savannah, GA
Jackie, I am so sorry to read of your mother's passing. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you or your family. Yall will be in my thoughts and prayers
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Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
