Dorothy Pearl Rucker, age 94, of Blue Ridge, passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2020 in Cleveland, GA. She was born in Fannin County, on September 6, 1926 to the late William W. Rucker and Ora Kirkland Rucker. Dorothy was a dedicated member of Kingtown Baptist Church. She loved her church and enjoyed attending when she was able. She was preceded in death by her parents, six brothers, and one sister. She is survived by her nieces and nephew Gail Russell of Epworth, GA, Joann Allen of South Carolina, Ginger Kane of Marietta, GA., Rita Rucker of Copperhill, TN., Helen Maynor of Harrison, TN., and Arliss Rucker Jr. of Mississippi; Sister-in-Law Mary Rucker of Blue Ridge. Also surviving are several great nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at 3:00 PM from the Akins Funeral Home of Blue Ridge Chapel with Rev. Matthew McDaniel officiating. Music will be provided by Denny Hawkins and Brenda Milsaps. Interment will follow at Kingtown Baptist Church Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.akinsfuneralhome.com. Akins Funeral Home of Blue Ridge is in charge of the arrangements. . Funeral Service Akins Funeral Home of Blue Ridge Chapel Thursday, November 12, 2020 3:00 PM 7871 Blue Ridge DriveBlue Ridge, GA 30513 Directions