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 
 
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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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