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Celebrating the life of
Betty Jane Gatlin
Passed away on August 14, 2024
Betty Jane Gatlin, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2024, at the age of 88. Born on April 28, 1936, in Savannah, GA. Betty was the beacon of warmth and kindness whose impact on everyone she met will be remembered with deep affection.
Betty was born in Savannah and resided most of her life there until moving into Bryan County Health and Rehab. She was a waitress for Levy’s for over 36 years. When Levy’s/Maas Brothers closed, she worked at the Savannah Golf Club until she retired.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Jennings Gatlin.
Outside of work, Betty was an avid bowler, Yahtzee player, and shopper. But she enjoyed spending time with family and friends most of all.
Betty is survived by her six children, Mike Hibbs (Judy), Susan Butler (Eddie), James Gleaton (Melody), Beth Strickland (David), Mike Gatlin, Randy Gatlin (Missy), 12 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., Monday, August 19, 2024, at Fox & Weeks, Hodgson Chapel.
A Memorial Service will follow at 1:00 p.m. in the chapel. Friends and family are invited to gather to celebrate Betty’s life and share memories.
The family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss!
- Cliff Steedley, Bluffton, SC
Such a welcoming personality at Levy’s Garden Room and then the Savannah Golf Club. Prayers for the family.
- Anna K, Savannah, Ga
Ms. Betty was such a a loving and sweet person. I got to meet her and spend time with her while she roommates with Burnett Me Me Yancey. She was such a a great caregiver to her even tho she was a patient also. Susan please know you are in my thoughts and prayers along with your family. She was loved and went right into God's arms and is not in pain anymore. Love, Wanda
- Wanda Strong, Savannah , Georgia
I remember Ms. Betty working in the Azalea room at Levy's.. It was always a treat when mama took us there for lunch.. Always wanted to sit in Ms. Bettys section as she was one of the nicest people I had ever met. Condolences to the family... RIP Ms. Betty.
- Mary Barker Reiser, Thunderbolt, GA
Sincere condolences to you all in the loss of the wonderful, kind and friendly lady I knew as “Miss Betty”. As a young girl whose parents had downtown businesses, we often had lunch at the Azalea Room! Betty was always ready to greet us and make us feel welcomed! I know you will miss her but I am sure you have many wonderful memories of the woman she was! She made a difference, and will be missed!
- Betty Johnson Markiton , Savannah, Grorgia
I'm very sorry Mike and Judy for your loss. Sending prayers for peace and comfort. ❤️
- Dawn Tedder Gorko, Sav, Ga
So many lunches at the Azalea Room at Levy’s downtown. My sons could not wait to see BETTY and that warm, welcoming smile! She made them feel very special and they loved her and so did I!!
- Corbell, Savannah, Ga
What a wonderful, caring person Betty was!!! She was a vital member of our ABWA group. We had such fun going to conferences and special events with Betty. There was never a dull moment when she was around. She loved us and we loved her.
- Sara Connor, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Visitation
- 11-1 on Mon, August 19, 2024
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
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7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406 - 912-352-7200
- Funeral Service
- 1:00 p.m. on Mon, August 19, 2024
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
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7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406 - 912-352-7200
- Burial
- on Mon, August 19, 2024
- Forest Lawn Memory Gardens
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315 Greenwich Road (map)
Savannah GA 31404