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Celebrating the life of
James "Jim" Marston, III
Passed away on February 21, 2024
James Blaine Marston, III, 81, passed away Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at his home on Tybee Island. He was born July 29, 1942 in Savannah, GA to James Blaine Marston, Jr. and Audrey Cason Marston. Jim served his country in the Georgia Air National Guard. He was the owner of Motor Parts Company, where he studied the business under his father, Blaine Marston. He was a longtime resident of Tybee, where he loved his “Tybee Life”, and was a member of the Tybee American Legion Post 154. He was an avid collector of antique cars, and a former President of the Studebaker Club. Jim was a boat Captain, running a ferry from Savannah and Hilton Head Island to Daufuskie Island. He loved motorcycles, especially Harley’s, Indian’s, and Cushman Motorcycles, and enjoyed rebuilding cars. He loved his dogs, Skye, Candy, and Doc (his Westies)
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 22 years, Lynn Carroll Marston. His grandparents also preceded him in death, to include his grandmother, Sarah Cason, who he was especially close to.
He is survived by two sisters, Rose Mary Lee (David), and Sally Anne Westerfield, both of Savannah, and his three nieces, Jennifer Ashley Welch (Eirch) of Atlanta, Lillian Blaine Goodwin (Jacob) of Savannah, and Sarah Allison Hasley (Eric) of Buford, GA, as well as great-nieces and nephew, Charlotte Goodwin, Townes Goodwin, and Sienna Hasley.
A private service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the American Legion Post 154, Tybee Island, GA, or the Tybee Maritime Academy.
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- CHERYL CLAY, TYBEE ISLAND, GA
We are all deeply saddened by the loss of Jimmy. He is a life-long friend. Jimmy, this is for you: Crossing the Bar -Alfred Lord Tennyson Sunset and evening star, And one clear call for me! And may there be no moaning of the bar, When I put out to sea, But such a tide as moving seems asleep, Too full for sound and foam, When that which drew from out the boundless deep Turns again home. Twilight and evening bell, And after that the dark! And may there be no sadness of farewell, When I embark; For tho' from out our bourne of Time and Place The flood may bear me far, I hope to see my Pilot face to face When I have crost the bar.
- Susan Wilensky Thompson, Fleming, GA
Rest in peace Jimmy.
- Robert and Brenda Simpson, Tybee Island, Ga.
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- Woodrow Dyches, Brevard, NC
God speed Jimmy, met Jimmy back in 1976 when I worked for Smith and Kelly going over to shop and picking up parts. Would do anything to help you out if had engine issues . God bless , Sigbert All
- Sigbert All III, Townsend, GA
A man of many talents. Prayers for his family.
- Sonja Canas Held, Savannah, Georgia
When I first met Jimmy we became instant friends, and that was over 50 years ago. We were in C Battery 230th FA a National Guard Unit! We were certainly a “band of brothers” different, ages, backgrounds, education, but worked well together. And we have many great memories of those years! Jimmy was always a gear head, was our unit Motor Sargent, and at that time he had the coolest sports car in Savannah a gold Avanti! Since I’ve moved back to Savannah we have gone to dinner or drinks a few time a month. Jimmy seem to always have some interesting stories to tell, and loved telling them. He always loved his dogs, and since losing his last one Sky, he was looking forward to getting a new puppy, and had already named her! Later my good friend! Hope to see you on the other side some day.
- Henry P Burgstiner Sr., Savannah, Ga
I was so heart broken when I heard that Jimmy has passed away. Jimmy was such a good friend and would do anything for anybody. He loved Lynn so much and now they are together again. I loved her also. She sang at my husbands Fred Bonners funeral so I guess she is singing for all of them. May God take care of all of you. All my love to all our friends that gone on before us.
- Luree Bonner, Thunderbolt, Georgia
Will miss you my friend. Praying for the family.
- Walter Garvin , Statesboro , Georgia
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So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are up for each of the family members. RIP Jimmy
- Judy Waddell Newton, Sylvania, Ga
I met Jimmy about 33 years ago when he and Lynn started dating. I knew without a doubt, this was the start of something. They just clicked and were the perfect couple. We were “threes company” for a few months when I lived with them. I will never forget them for taking me in. Lynn was the love of his life, and thanks to them, I met the love of mine. I can’t be sad that you are gone, since I know you are with your “Lynn Carol” once again. Rest easy our friend, until we meet again. Love, Margie & Roland
- Margie Shiver, Savannah, Ga
Our heartfelt condolences to the Marston family. We loved Jimmy + Lynn, and enjoyed running into them on Tybee. When he lost Lynn, we grieved with him. We know they are together once again. May the comforting arms of the Father encircle you with His love and peace.
- Diane + Skip Sasser, Wilmington Island, GA
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Rosemary, Blaine and family, Heartfelt condolences.
- Rhonda K. Sutlive, Savanah, GA
Our heart is sad at Jim’s loss but we know he and Lynn are back together. We have so many memories and our favorite is riding our motorcycles through the Black hills of SD. Rest in peace and prayers for the family.
- Jim and Sheryl Snider, Sevierville, TN
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- Gay and John Oldfield , Savannah , Ga
Jim was close friend that went back the old "Ship wreck days. We went to Sea School together and drove down New Orleans to get our Master's license in hand. We had a great trip and lots of fun..Jim will be missed by all.
- W.Les Sarge White , Savannah , Ga
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We are so very sorry for the loss of "Uncle Jimmy". May he rest in peace and unite with the love of his life.
- Trish and Mike Wunder, Flowery Branch, GA
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Jimmy (& Lynn) were our neighbors on Tybee, they quickly became our family, Lynn & Jimmy welcomed us to Laurel Avenue and made our new house a home. The amount of love they had for each other was a such a special bond, we were there when he lost her, and a broken man he became. I know without a doubt there was such a rejoicing celebration in Heaven when they joined each other again. Rest in paradise my friend(s).
- Carrie Harvill, Tybee Island , GA
Love and Prayers for comfort to all of Jim’s family and close friends. I have fond memories of him from growing up in Kensington Park and attending Jenkins High School together.
- Peggy Karacostas Zeigler, Savannah, Georgia
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We grew up on Andover Drive and knew each other in high school. He always had a positive thing to say to anyone having a hard time and we shared the pain of losing our spouses. Just the night before he left us, he sent me another funny video for which I thank him. I hope he knew how much his kindnesses meant to me. Rest in peace, Jimmy.
- Beth Odess Childress, Savannah, GA
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A fine man. You will be missed.
- Sandra Wilder, Kingsland, Georgia
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200