A Celebration of Life for Paul Kendrick, 1931 - 2011, Saturday, September 10, 2011, 11:00 AM. Williams Memorial C.M.E. Church, 1630 Fifteenth Street, Augusta, Georgia. Reverend Dr. Paul W. Gardner, Sr., Pastor - Officiating.

PAUL KENDRICK
1931 2011
Saturday, September 10, 2011
11:00 AM
WILLIAMS MEMORIAL C. M. E. CHURCH
1630 Fifteenth Street
Augusta, Georgia
Reverend Dr. Paul W. Gardner, Sr., Pastor - Officiating
MR. PAUL KENDRICK entered into eternal peace on Tuesday, September 6, 2011, at University
Hospital, Augusta, Georgia. He was born in Mayfield (Hancock County), Georgia on January 20, 1931
to Welbia and Nina Nash Kendrick. He was the ninth child of eleven born to this union.
Paul received his formal education in the Hancock County Public School System. He later graduated
from Augusta Technical College and received certification in Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, and
Heating.
Paul joined Trinity C.M.E. Church, Jewell, Georgia, at an early age. He loved attending Sunday School
and Divine Worship Services. After moving to Augusta, Georgia at an early age, Paul joined Williams
Memorial C.M.E. Church, Augusta, Georgia in 1955 under the pastoral leadership of the late Reverend
Robert Anthony Larke. Paul remained an active and faithful member where he served as a Trustee
for forty years. When his health began to fail in January 2010, he became an Emeritus Trustee. Paul
continued to contribute to the churchs financial growth and development.
On February 5, 1956, Paul was united in Holy Matrimony to the former Miss Lillian Ruthye Dixon
by the late Reverend Robert Anthony Larke. He married the love of his life and their marriage was a
model of love for fifty-six years.
Paul began his employment in Augusta, Georgia at Claussens Bakery where he worked for nineteen
years. Paul founded Kendricks Heating and Air Conditioning Services and ran a successful business
in the CSRA for forty-five years. During that time, he was concurrently employed by the Richmond
County Board of Education Maintenance Department where he was responsible for Air Conditioning
and Refrigeration duties for twenty-eight years. He retired as supervisor of refrigeration.
Paul was a community minded person and was always extending help to others. His generosity and
kindness to others are legendary in the community and especially in his family.
Paul enjoyed several hobbies to include: fishing, gardening, singing, video graphics, and music.
He leaves to cherish in loving memory: a devoted and dedicated wife, Lillian Ruthye Dixon Kendrick;
four loving children (reared in their care), Retired SSG McKinley (Debra) Williams, Hephzibah, Georgia,
Larry Luther Williams, Decatur, Georgia, Tony C. Kendrick, Woodbridge, Virginia and Sandra Williams
(Henry) Thomas, Augusta, Georgia; one beloved sister, Nina M. Kendrick, Augusta, Georgia; three
sisters-in-law, Luvenia W. Kendrick, Sparta, Georgia, Georgia M. Kendrick, Augusta, Georgia and Jessie
Mae Kendrick, Merritt Island, Florida; one brother-in-law, Thomas (Sylvia) Dixon, Tacoma, Washington;
seven godchildren; Whitney Moore Dixon and Tina Marie Dixon, Tacoma, Washington, John Nicholas
Kelley, Mableton, Georgia, Paul Lamar Kendrick, Stafford, Virginia, Bethany Ruthye Coker, Atlanta,
Georgia, Garry Dexter Kelley, Augusta, Georgia and Johnny Smith, Augusta, Georgia; and a host of
nephews, nieces, cousins, and sorrowing friends.
emMsce
pre|ucje............................................................Sister Christine Crockett, Organist
Processional........................................................Sister Christine Crockett, Organist
Selection..................................................Williams Memorial C.M.E. Chancel Choir
Blessed Assurance
Prayer
........Reverend Thomas Walker
Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church
Scripture Readings
Old Testament......................................................Reverend Gene R. Dean
Psalm 24
New Testament.........................................................Sister Myrtle Bussey
John 14:1-6
g0|0 ......................................................................Brother Frank Lewis
Reflections
As a Church Member and Trustee..................................Brother Tillman Wilson, Sr.
As a Neighbor......................................................Brother Lawrence Lovett
As a Family Member.................................................Brother Thomas Dixon
Brother-In-Law
Acknowledgements...........................................................Sister Shirley Darby
Chairperson, Steward Board
Obituary.........................................................................Beac^ Silently
Selection.............................................Williams Memorial C.M.E. Chancel Choir
Eulogy.....
Recessional
......................Reverend Dr. Paul W. Gardner, Sr.
................Williams Memorial C.M.E. Chancel Choir
Going Up Yonder
. . . Repast . . .
Immediately following the service
Williams Memorial C.M.E. Church Fellowship Hall

2:30
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Let us not mourn his going;
Let us rejoice to know
THAT EARTHLY LABORS ARE FINISHED,
He WAS PREPARED TO GO.
Let us emulate his virtues
THAT MANY OF US MAY SAY:
The world is brighter, better,
BECAUSE HE PASSED THIS WAY.
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The family requests that in lieu of flowers, Mr. Kendricks memory be honored by making donations to Williams Memorial
Scholarship Fund, 1630 Fifteenth Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901. Friends may contact the family at (706) 736-9020 or
contact W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, Georgia 30901, (706) 722-6401.
The Family of the late Mr. Paul Kendrick extends their sincere gratitude for the numerous acts of kindness shown through
your prayers, calls, cards, food, and visits. We thank all of you for your presence here today. Your support has aided us
during our time of bereavement, especially from his children and family members who helped (took over) Pauls care and
comfort everyday. Latonia McNair, RN, employed by United Health Care Insurance Company, was concerned and helpful
about Mr. Kendricks comfort and well being. She visited him at home often, telephoned regularly to get an update on his
condition, helped make doctors appointments, and made sure we knew about medical changes in his insurance. The family
expresses sincere appreciation to doctors Bimal R. Shah, M.D. Heart & Vascular Associates of Augusta and Jimmy Lemke,
M.D. University Physicians Primary Care for their support and professional guidance during his illness.
Services Entrusted Tb
W. H. MAYS MORTUARY
"Professional Service A Family Tradition Since 1922"
1221 James Brown Boulevard
Augusta, Georgia 30901
(706) 722-6401
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