Charles Elbert Paulk

Charles Elbert Paulk obituary, Fitzgerald, GA

Charles Elbert Paulk

Charles Paulk Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Paulk Funeral Home - Fitzgerald on Jul. 14, 2025.

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Charles Elbert Paulk, 62, of Irwin County, Georgia, died Sunday, July 13, 2025, at his residence.
Private services will be held at a later date.
Mr. Paulk was born August 11, 1962, in Lake City, Florida to Golie Elaine Gillen Paulk & the late Gene Reginold Paulk, Sr. He graduated from Irwin County High School and was a contractor and a jack of all trades. Mr. Paulk enjoyed wood working, wine making and watching his grandchildren play sports. You could also find him sitting by the pool enjoying boiled peanuts, cokes and watermelons. He was a loving grandfather.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Redelia Paulk of Irwin County; three children: Austin Paulk & Haley of Fitzgerald, Adrienne Bickley & Zach of Ocilla and Andrew Sirmans & Brittany of Kingsland; grandchildren: Rhiana Escobar, Lane Escobar, Aliyah Bickley, Brooklyn Sirmans, Parker Covey and Bobbie Covey; a sister, Veniece Paulk; and brothers: Adam Paulk & Andy and Reggie Paulk.
Paulk Funeral Home, Fitzgerald, is in charge of arrangements.

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