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Celebrating the life of
James (Jimmy) Harlie Hieronymus, Jr.
December 25, 1944 - December 29, 2024
James Harlie Hieronymus, Jr., 80, entered eternal rest on Sunday, December 29, 2024, at Encompass Health & Rehabilitation Hospital in Savannah, GA.
James “Jimmy” was born on December 25, 1944 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. At the age of two Jimmy and his family moved to Savannah. He was a 1964 Graduate of Hershel V. Jenkins High School, earning all-city football player honors. Jimmy was a United States Marine Corp veteran serving in Vietnam from March 1, 1965, until December 17, 1968. For his heroic service, Jimmy was the recipient of the Purple Heart Medal, National Defense Medal, Vietnam Services Medal, and Vietnam Campaign Medal.
After his military discharge in 1968, Jimmy began working with the City of Savannah Police Department. He then joined the Chatham County Police department in 1973, retiring in 2007 with the rank of Captain.
Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents, James H. Hieronymus and Wanda Mae Bethany Crawford; a son, James H. Hieronymus III; and his brother, Jet Hieronymus.
Surviving are his sister, B.V Morgan of Mountain City, TN; a brother, John Hieronymus (Carol) of Chattanooga, TN; his life partner, Brenda Marchbanks of Savannah, and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service with USMC Honors will be held on Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel with Rev. Patrick O’Brien officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggest you consider a donation in James’ memory to the 200 club of the Coastal Empire, P.O. Box 1922, Savannah GA.
Our hearts are heavy with sadness at this difficult time. Our sincere condolences to Brenda, sister BV, brother John, extended family, and friends and former colleagues. Peace + comfort to all.
- Diane + Skip Sasser, Wilmington Island, GA
Deepest sympathies
- Terri Brown Patillo, Savannah, GA
You will be missed, Jimmy. Your service to your country and community was exemplary. Our family always enjoyed the stories Jet would tell us of your childhood together. Rest in peace. Mrs. Jet (Carol) Hieronymus
- Carol Hieronymus , Mountain City, TN
Brenda, we enjoyed you and Jimmy for many years as a neighbor. Jimmy dedicated his life to the country and our community for which we are forever grateful. May he rest in peace.
- Ben and Melissa Wells, Savannah, Ga
Sending my heartfelt sympathy and condolences to my dear friend, Brenda, & the family of Jimmy, for his loss. May God surround you with his many graces of peace and solace now, and in the time ahead. May Jimmy rest in peace, free of all pain, in God’s heavenly kingdom.
- Carolyn Sheehan, Tybee Island, GA
Jimmy was a cop's cop...he was one of my husbands first friends on the police department. The memories and stories they told about working on the street those first years together were some of my husbands happiest ones. RIP Jimmy and prayers and condolences for his family at this sad time.
- Margie Tracy, Blairsville, Georgia
God Bless and be with his Family and Friends, God Speed James.
- Michael J. Pauley Sr. CSX 100, Cocoa Beach , Florida
We will miss seeing Jimmy in the yard and chatting with him. We are so sorry for your loss, Brenda. He was a great cop and neighbor.
- Mary and Gregg Schroeder, Savannah , GA
Jimmy and his family were good friends of my family back in the 60s. We bowled together a lot at Live Oak lanes. He had all sorts of names that he called me and jokes that he would like to make and then laugh. He loved his family and life. It was so rewarding to read all that he had accomplished in life. I am so grateful that we were able to reconnect late in life through Facebook. I know that he will be miss greatly by his family and friends.
- Camille Puckett, Peachtree Corners, Ga
Thank you for your service to your Country as a Marine, as well as serving the people of Savannah and Chatham County as a Police Officer. Fair Winds and Following Seas, Marine. MCL1326
- Douglas Masini, Savannah, Georgia
My deepest condolences to you and your family.
- Rico Anderson , Hinesville , Ga
God Speed, Captain. It was an honor and a privilege knowing you and working with and for you.
- Thomas E Sexton, Guyton, Ga
Brenda, I was just thinking about you guys recently and now learn of Jimmy’s passing. I am so sorry to hear this. I always thought fondly of Jimmy over the years in law enforcement and also you in his life. May your memories bring you and your family comfort during the days ahead. Take care, Millie White
- Millie White, Durango, Colorado
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Visitation
- 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 Noon on Thu, January 02, 2025
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
-
7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406 - 912-352-7200
- Memorial Service
- 12:00 Noon on Thu, January 02, 2025
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
-
7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406 - 912-352-7200
