Paula Renee Fannon (Ruzick), age 56 of Kettering, OH passed Monday January 6, 2014.

She is preceded in death by her father, Silas Fannon.

She is survived by her mother, Mary "Kathy" Fannon; her husband of 14 years, Joseph R Ruzick, children Mindy (Derrick) Smith and Kyle Westendorf; grandchildren, Shayla Smith and Cameron Smith; sister, Pamela Fannon; and numerous family and friends.

Paula, a graduate of Stebbins High School, retired from General Motors after 30 years of service. She was a very cheerful, loving, caring person who cherished her family and all of her friends.  Her personality was a ray of sunshine. Her hobbies included dancing, music, and being "Mamaw Paula" to her grandkids.  She will be dearly missed by everyone that knew her, especially her family.

Visitation Saturday January 11, 2014 to 2 pm to 5 pm with memorial service starting at 5 pm at the Newcomer Funeral Home (South Chapel) Kettering, OH