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Celebrating the life of
William Alexander (Alex) Brannen, III
October 18, 1947 - November 16, 2023
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William Alexander Brannen III – “Alex” – passed away quietly on the evening of November 16th, 2023.
He was born October 18th, 1947 in Savannah, GA, to Savannah natives William Alexander Brannen, Jr. and Dorothy Schuster Brannen. His younger brother (predeceased) was John Schuster Brannen.
Sparking a series of international adventures and relationships, Alex married Watffa Saide Jattin Chadid from Lorica, Colombia. He is survived by his son, William (Billy) Alexander Brannen IV; daughter, Salua Mariana Brannen; grandchildren Niina Saide, Felipe Elías Hikaru, Aisha Alessandra, Mana Salwa, and Sasha Valentina Muna; niece, Jessica Brannen; daughter-in-law, Miwa Brannen; and sister-in-law, Cam Mathis Brannen; among many family members in Colombia, USA, and Japan. He is also survived by his cherished pet, Riley.
Alex graduated from Jenkins High School and earned a degree in Business Administration from Armstrong State College. He worked for various airlines in South Florida where he met his wife Watffa and later married in Barranquilla, Colombia. He resided most of his life in Savannah where he retired as an office professional.
Alex was fluent in Spanish and had traveled to Colombia, England, and Japan. He dearly loved dogs and enjoyed science fiction, aeronautical interests, and US history.
In his twilight years he was an active member of various local political organizations. He attended Lake Mayer Church of Christ.
Anyone who became his friend soon learned his favorite catch phrase: "What is the only word in the English language that spells ‘GOD’ backwards? DOG!"
Daddy–we believe you are now healthy, happy, and whole with your beloved Watffa, brother, ancestors (and pets!); your memory will always remain happy and vibrant in our hearts.
We love you.
Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at Lake Mayer Church of Christ, 1813 East Montgomery Crossroads, Savannah, GA. Burial will follow in Bonaventure Cemetery, 330 Bonaventure Road, Savannah, GA 31404.
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So sorry for your loss Alex was a good friend and will be missed
- Cribbs, Savannah, Ga
Nuestra solidaridad y cariño para toda la familia. Que Alex descanse en Paz y brille para el la luz perpetua
- José Camilo Manzur Jattin, Cartagena, Bolívar
Nuestra solidaridad como familia Benedetti Ortiz a los hermanos Brannen Jattin y a sus hijos en este momento de tristeza infinita por la ausencia terrenal de su padre Alex Brannen ahora en el encuentro con Dios en su mansión celestial con paz eterna. Un abrazo grande para Ustedes
- Alba Estella Ortiz Carvajal y su Familia Benedetti Ortiz. , Lorica Córdoba Colombia , Triste
Que la Paz de Dios Este con ustedes en tan duro momento, unidos en oracion por Fortaleza y Consuelo. Les amamos mucho y cuenta siempre con nosotros Salwa, Aisha y Sasha.
- Ribot's Family , Savannah , GA
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Thoughts and prayers
- JESSICA BRANNEN, Rincon, Georgia
Our heart goes out to you for the loss of your dear father. We know how much he meant to you. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. God bless his soul and his famly. Danny and Jillia Martin
- Danny & Jillia Martin, Savannah, Ga
So very sorry to hear about Alex. We were blessed to have him as a dear friend and will never forget his kind and generous heart. Prayers and blessings are extended to you and your family.
- Jamie Herbster, Savannah, GA
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- Marolyn Overton , Savannah, GA
My Most Heart-Felt Condolences To Salua, Billy And Alex’s Extended Family In Your Sudden Loss Of Alex. He Was A Dear Friend, Fellow Patriot And True Gentleman, As Well As A Fellow Warrior, Graduate Of H.V Jenkins High Back In The Good Ole Days. I Was Honored To Know Alex And Was Supposed To Be Taking Him To His Medical Appointment On Monday Afternoon. Alex Was Always Smiling And So Positive, In Spite Of What He Dealt With In His Health. It Was Pure Joy To Be Around Him And To Attend Patriot Events And Meetings With Alex. Alex Is In Glory Now With Our Lord And Savior - No More Pain, Sorrow, Suffering. May God Bless And Comfort Salua, Billy And Alex’s Extended Family With The Blessed Assurance That (With Faith In Jesus Christ As Their Personal Lord And Savior) They Will, Indeed, See Alex Again In Glory Before The Holy Face Of Almighty God! May God Rest Alex’s Soul…. AMEN!
- Tommy Grooms III, Savannah, Georgia
May the memories of Alex be a blessing to all who loved him and those who simply had the privilege of sharing his journey. He was a man of dignity, humility, love and devotion. Truly a life well lived.
- Sally Shapiro, Savannah, Ga.
We really enjoyed Alex as a great family member, married to my cousin Watffa, and father to Billy y Salua. Please receive our condolences as we know he is in the presence of the Lord as a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ, we will remember Alex and the wonderful family he kept as he raised Billy and Salua and their descendants too! Love you Billy and Salua and all your children and Miwa. May God give you His peace as your dear father’s memories stays with you. Muñe, Warren, and family
- Carmen Manzur jattin Reeves, El Paso, TEXAS
We really enjoyed Alex as a great family member, married to my cousin Watffa, and father to Billy y Salua. Please receive our condolences as we know he is in the presence of the Lord as a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ, we will remember Alex and the wonderful family he kept as he raised Billy and Salua and their descendants too! Love you Billy and Salua and all your children and Miwa. May God give you His peace as your dear father’s memories stays with you. Muñe, Warren, and family
- Carmen Manzur jattin Reeves, El Paso, TEXAS
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I’m so sorry for your loss. Phil and I enjoyed many conversations with Alex. He was so warm and loving. We will miss his happy personality.
- Susan and Philip Murphy, Goose Creek, SC
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Memorial Service
- 10:00 a.m. on Wed, November 22, 2023
- Lake Mayer Church of Christ
-
1813 East Montgomery Crossroads (map)
Savannah GA
- Burial
- on Wed, November 22, 2023
- Bonaventure Cemetery
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330 Bonaventure Road (map)
Savannah GA 31404 - 912-651-6843