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Celebrating the life of
Cecilia DeBorde
February 02, 1942 - December 09, 2024
Cecilia DeBorde, 82, a native Savannahian, passed away in Midway, Monday, December 9, 2024. She was a born February 2, 1942, daughter of the late Richard John Gavin and Cecilia Fitzpatrick Gavin, and was preceded in death by her husband of 60, years, Richard John DeBorde, a grandson, Jimmy Stephenson, and a sister, Patty Marx.
She was a member of Saint Peter the Apostle Catholic Church, and she was one of 12 charter members of the Daughters of Ireland. She retired as a X Ray technician after 60, plus years. She loved spending time with her family, and enjoyed art and crafts, making stained glass, crabbing, and adored her pet cats.
She is survived by her children, James (Jimmy) DeBorde (Lisa) and Veronica DeBorde (Jeff); grandchildren, Christina Peltier (James), Joshua Peltier (Julie), Benjamin DeBorde (Michelle); two great-granddaughters, Jenna Peltier and Bex Peltier; sisters, Peggy Fountain and Kathleen Willingham, and several nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., Friday, December 13th, followed by an 11:00 a.m. memorial service at Fox & Weeks Islands Chapel. Interment will follow in the Catholic Cemetery.
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Jimmy and Veronica and all y’all’s family my thoughts and prayers are with yall If yall need anything let me know. Love yall. I’m sure Aunt Pete is so happy to be back with Uncle Richard
- Michelle Marx, Deridder, LA
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My heart is saddened to hear this news. Pete was so special. Sending you all much love and peace from the Kilpatrick / Hunt families.
- Kelly Kilpatrick Hunt, Savannah, GA
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So very sorry for your loss. Will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.
- Susie Mowbray , Prince George , Virginia
Jimmy, Veronica, Peggy and Family, So sorry to read about your mother/sister passing away. Pete was a funny and wonderful lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jackie and Charlie
- Charlie and Jackie Brown, Tybee IslandMetter, Georgia
Dear Jimmy and Veronica and your families, I’m deeply saddened by this. I wished I could be there in person to offer my condolences. I have fond memories of Aunt Pete. Wishing you the best- love Damian
- Damian Schroder, Boise, ID
Jimmy & Veronica, Thinking of you with the passing of your sweet Mother. Pete was such a nice person and will be missed. I am so sorry for your loss. Melinda Saunders
- Saunders, Savannah , Ga
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Visitation
- 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Fri, December 13, 2024
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
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4605 Hwy 80 East (map)
Savannah GA 31410 - 912-898-0900
- Memorial Service
- 11:00 a.m. on Fri, December 13, 2024
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
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4605 Hwy 80 East (map)
Savannah GA 31410 - 912-898-0900
- Burial
- on Fri, December 13, 2024
- Catholic Cemetery
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1420 Wheaton St. (map)
Savannah GA 31401