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Farley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Venice
Ruth Jelks
January 27th, 1917 - June 29th, 2010
January 27th, 1917 - June 29th, 2010
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Ruth Jelks, 93, of Venice, FL, daughter of the late Rev. Hendley F. Jelks, formerly of Reynolds, GA died on June 29, 2010. Ruth was born on January 27, 1917 in Savannah, GA and moved to the area in 1939. She received a BA Degree from Mercer University in Macon, GA and a Master’s Degree from Florida State University. Ruth was a school teacher and taught in Venice area schools for 14 years. She also taught at Appalachian State University and was a member of First Baptist Church in Venice. Ruth was a member of the Weavers Guild of Boston, Florida Tropical Weavers Guild, Manasota Weavers Guild, Venice Weavers Guild, and Pinellas Weavers Guild.
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Since the 1880s, Farley Funeral Homes and Crematory in Venice has stood as a sanctuary of solace, reflecting over a century of tradition in guiding families through the poignant process of farewell and celebration. Our story, deeply woven into the community's fabric, began in 1883 when the Farley family opened their first funeral home. With a heartfelt mission to help families navigate the grief of loss and to celebrate the legacies of their loved ones, we have built a legacy of compassionate care that has endured across the ages....
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