Ruby Caulk Kempf, 76, of Fairmont, NC, was welcomed into the arms of her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at MUSC Florence Medical Center in Florence, SC.  She was born in Robeson County, NC on October 16, 1948 to the late Alton Caulk and the late Ila Mae Baxley Caulk.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her four sisters, Jen Atkinson, Nell Leggett, Libby Branch, and Marilyn Hughes.

She is survived by her loving husband of forty-eight years, Dr. Charles "Chuck" Kempf; one brother, Kenny Caulk of Franklinton, NC; two brothers-in-law, Jerry Leggett and Ronald Hughes, both of Fairmont, NC and many loving in-laws, nieces, nephews and extended family members and friends.

Ruby taught High School for five years in Rocky Mount, NC.  After she married Chuck, she traveled with him as he preached in churches around the country.  Her "behind the scenes" ministry had an influence on many in those churches as she counseled, encouraged and listened.  She enjoyed seeing various parts of the country and seeking out waterfalls, lighthouses and covered bridges.   Ruby was known for her sweet smile, her southern accent and her sincere godly demeanor.

A time of visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 from 12:30-2:00PM at Floyd Mortuary & Crematory, Inc., 809 East 5th Street, Lumberton, NC.

A funeral service will follow on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 2:00PM at Floyd Memorial Chapel with Dr. Fred Daniel officiating.  The committal service will conclude at Floyd Memory Gardens in Lumberton.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to:  Ruby Kempf Memorial Fund for Evangelism, c/o Northern Plains Baptist Church, 1604 S. Melgaard Road, Aberdeen, SD  57401.