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Celebrating the life of
Nan All Dismukes
June 29, 1930 - December 03, 2024
Nan All Dismukes died peacefully on December 3, 2024, at Hospice Savannah. A native of Savannah, she was born to Anna Mae Hood All and Liston D. All, on June 29, 1930. She was a lifelong member of Bull Street Baptist Church, having been listed on the baby roll as an infant. Known as "Miss Nan" to generations of children of the Church, she taught the stories of the Bible to children attending 3-year-old Sunday School and was active in adult ministries until her health declined. A graduate of Savannah High School and Armstrong College, she worked as a Medical Technologist with Dr. Metts, Sr., and for Georgia Regional Hospital. Together with Bernard she was active with Pet Therapy, visiting nursing homes and shut ins. She was an avid gardener and a member of the Habersham Garden Club.
She was predeceased by her parents; her beloved husband of 57 years, Bernard B. Dismukes; and her daughter, Kathleen McGahey.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Cindy and Don Waters; her son-in-law, Tom McGahey; and her brother, Dan All and his wife, Shirley. Also surviving are her granddaughters, Laura McGahey Van Pelt (Charles), Anne Waters Jackson (Lanier), and Claire Waters Rilee (Stephen), and her great grandchildren, Piper Van Pelt, Thomas and William Jackson, and Robb, Grant, and John Rilee.
A memorial service will be held at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel, 7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive, Savannah GA 31406, at 3:00 pm on Friday, December 6, 2024. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, consider a gift to Bull Street Baptist Church, 1400 Bull Street, Savannah, Georgia 31401, or Hospice Savannah Foundation, P. O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416.
We are so sorry to hear of Nan’s passing. Love to you all. Melinda McGahey Lytton
- Bill and Melinda Lytton , Madison , MS
We are so sorry for your loss . Aunt Nan was a beautiful , gentle, humble woman. She was a wonderful Christian whose love for Christ showed in her every action.
- Beth and Terry Dismukes , Richmond Hill, Ga
Nan has always been a great friend to me and others that knew and loved her. Love Kay Viar
- Kay Viar, Rincon, GA
I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Dismukes’ passing. I have fond childhood memories of her as Cindy’s and Kathy’s mother. Kindest Regards, Debra Ricks Wexler
- Debra Ricks Wexler, Atlanta , GA
Nan was a model of strength and Christian love. She will be missed by many. Our prayers are with her loving family.
- Gene & Becky Waters, Statesboro, GA
Mrs. Dismukes was an inspiration to so many and I remember her fondly. My prayers are with the family for comfort during this time.
- Gloria Tootle, Savannah, GA
Sweet Nan was always the one taking care of everyone else. We have great memories of Nan and miss her gentle personality.
- Linda and Tommy Howard, Savannah, Ga
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Memorial Service
- 3:00 p.m. on Fri, December 06, 2024
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
-
7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406 - 912-352-7200
- A private burial will be held
