Ruth Courson Batz

Ruth Courson Maddox Batz, age 93, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 16, 2020 of natural causes. She was born on February 20, 1927, in Bacon County, Georgia, to George and Delma (Mclelland) Courson. Ruth spent most of her life in Jacksonville, Florida where she spent her days, before retirement, working as a Real Estate Broker.

Ruth was an amazing soul whose love for her family went well above all other things in her life. She also had great courage and strength, as she was also a cancer survivor. She was determined to leave her mark in this world, and to all who knew her, she definitely left her mark in their hearts for eternity.

She is survived by her son James (Sandra) Maddox Jr.; her daughter Karen (Bill) Ray; her two brothers George and Fred (Carol) Courson; her two granddaughters Brittany (Kyle) Brumbley and Candis (Clint) Day; her grandson Billy Ray; 8 great-grandchildren; 4 great great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was proceeded in death by h er 2 loves: James Maddox and Benjamin Batz; her sister Sarah Courson; her brothers Thomas William Courson and Ralph Courson; and her parents George and Delma.

Due to these unforeseen times, a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date and time to be determined. Her final resting place will be at Greenlawn Cemetery in Jacksonville, Florida. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association in her name.