Proctor, Ruth J. of Knoxville passed away on Monday, January 17, 2011 at Ridgeview Terrace of Life Care. She was an original member of St. Luke Episcopal Church. Preceded in death by husband, Joseph A. Proctor, Jr. Survived by son, Joseph A. (Evelyn) Proctor, III; daughter, Dr. Idelia Phillips and a host of relatives and friends. The family will receive friends on Saturday, January 22, 2011 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. with funeral service to follow at St. Luke Episcopal Church at 600 S. Chestnut Street. Father David Pina officiating. Interment at Highland Memorial on Sutherland Avenue. The service will conclude with a full dove release.