Celebrating the life of
Marian Nelson Kleeman
October 20, 1924 - February 07, 2018
Marian Ruth Nelson Kleeman, 93, died peacefully on February 7, 2018, at Palmetto Inn at Savannah Square.
She was born in Savannah, GA, October 20, 1924 daughter of Mary Louise Forney Nelson and Bernard M. Nelson. She grew up in Thunderbolt ,GA. She was a graduate of Savannah High School and attended Armstrong Junior College. She married Carl G. Kleeman, Jr, on June 1, 1946 .
She was a devout Christian and active member of Saint Andrew’ Anglican Church. She hosted bible study weekly in her home for many years.
She was a successful real estate agent for Sullivan Fleetwood Realty for 15 years. She retired to be a full time grandmother when her first grandchild was born. Family was her priority and she was always available to help her children and grandchildren and to support their activities. She loved and supported many friends whom she welcomed as family.
She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the United Daughters of the Confederacy.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Carl George Kleeman, Jr., and daughter-in-law Joy Newman Kleeman.
Marian is survived by her son Carl G. Kleeman, III, and daughter Carolyn Kleeman Williams and husband Jerry; five grandchildren, C. George Kleeman, IV, (Suzanne), John N. Kleeman, A. Champ Kleeman, Patrick K. Williams (Beth), and Lydia W, Carlton (Tim); eight great grandchildren, Catherine and George Kleeman, of Atlanta, GA; Breinna Boyer, Addyson, Emma, and Sophia Williams of Savannah, GA; and Chance and Tucker Carlton of Auburn, AL; a brother C Forney Nelson (Gloria) of Birmingham, AL and several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 5 – 7pm on Friday, February 9, 2018, at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. The funeral will be held at 11 AM Saturday, February 10, 2018, at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. Burial will follow in the Greenwich Section of Bonaventure Cemetery.
The family wishes to thank the staff of Palmetto Inn at Savannah Square, 4 Front Hospice, and the wonderful group of caregivers who loving provided personal care for many years.
Remembrances may be made to the St. Andrew’s Anglican Church Building Fund, 608 Hampton Street, Savannah, GA. 31405.
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May the God of all comfort continued to strengthen the Kleeman family during these most difficult times. God keeps those who have fallen asleep in death in His memory because they are precious in his eyes “Psalm 116:15” and “John 5:28,29”.
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Carl I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
- Charlie George, Savannah, GA
Our deepest sympathy to the Kleeman family on the passing of Marion. I will always remember her for her great laugh and forever open front door. She and Carl and all the Kleemans were the best of neighbors. May Gods Peace be with you in this time of loss. The Fulenwider family
- Fulenwider, Savannah, Ga
Carolyn,Carl and Family, I was so sorry to hear about your Mom. I have such great childhood memories of you parents. I will always remember your Dad's loud, cheerful booming voice and you Mom's laugh. They were always my favorites and my parents (Lettye and Tom) best friends for years and years. Always cherish all the wonderful memories. God bless.
- Janis Hollingsworth, Savannah, Ga
To Mrs Carolyn and family,I am going to really miss your mom, I am sorry for your loss.I know you was always there for her, you have my deepest symphony may God be your comforter in time of your need.
- fannie dillon, savannah, Ga
Those who love us never go away. Marian will always be with you in spirit. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
- The Hoyman's, Pooler, GA
I am blessed to call Marian a friend for many years. Thanks for the wonderful memories. Love and prayers to all of the family during this difficult time.I'm sorry I'm unable to attend the service.
- Nelda Rutland, Bluffton, SC
My condolences to the family. May you find comfort in the scripture at Revelation 21:4 and the website jw. org.
- Niecy, Savannah, GA
My sincere condolences to the family sorry for your loss. The Bible holds out a promise for us that we are all awaiting for an that is found at Isaiah 25:8. There it says that death will soon be swallowed up for good, that will be joyous time when we no longer worry about death.
- Kay F, Savannah, Ga
May the God of all comfort continued to strengthen the Kleeman family during these most difficult times. God keeps those who have fallen asleep in death in His memory because they are precious in his eyes “Psalm 116:15” and “John 5:28,29”.
- , ,
Carl I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
- Charlie George, Savannah, GA
Our deepest sympathy to the Kleeman family on the passing of Marion. I will always remember her for her great laugh and forever open front door. She and Carl and all the Kleemans were the best of neighbors. May Gods Peace be with you in this time of loss. The Fulenwider family
- Fulenwider, Savannah, Ga
Carolyn,Carl and Family, I was so sorry to hear about your Mom. I have such great childhood memories of you parents. I will always remember your Dad's loud, cheerful booming voice and you Mom's laugh. They were always my favorites and my parents (Lettye and Tom) best friends for years and years. Always cherish all the wonderful memories. God bless.
- Janis Hollingsworth, Savannah, Ga
To Mrs Carolyn and family,I am going to really miss your mom, I am sorry for your loss.I know you was always there for her, you have my deepest symphony may God be your comforter in time of your need.
- fannie dillon, savannah, Ga
Those who love us never go away. Marian will always be with you in spirit. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
- The Hoyman's, Pooler, GA
I am blessed to call Marian a friend for many years. Thanks for the wonderful memories. Love and prayers to all of the family during this difficult time.I'm sorry I'm unable to attend the service.
- Nelda Rutland, Bluffton, SC
My condolences to the family. May you find comfort in the scripture at Revelation 21:4 and the website jw. org.
- Niecy, Savannah, GA
My sincere condolences to the family sorry for your loss. The Bible holds out a promise for us that we are all awaiting for an that is found at Isaiah 25:8. There it says that death will soon be swallowed up for good, that will be joyous time when we no longer worry about death.
- Kay F, Savannah, Ga
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
