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Celebrating the life of

William Daniel (Dan) NeSmith, Jr.

Passed away on January 25, 2025

William Daniel (Dan) NeSmith, Jr.

William Daniel (Dan) NeSmith, Jr. passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025. He was the son of William D. and Cora Whalen NeSmith. Dan was born in Savannah on August 2, 1936 and has one brother, John Edward NeSmtih. He attended local schools and graduated from Benedictine Military School, class of 1955.

Dan was married to Gail Burroughs NeSmith for sixty years. They have two children, Patrick Daniel (Mary Alice) and Pamela Gail Olson (Rick) and four grandchildren, Clara NeSmith, Anders Olson, Duncan NeSmith, and Grady Olson.

Dan was a member of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee in excess of fifty years. He was also Past President of the Irish Heritage Society and Past President of the Sinn Fein Society of Savannah, Treasure and Past President of West Chatham County Exchange Club. Dan was an avid golfer and member of the Bacon Park Senior Golf Group.

Dan retired from both Savannah Bank and Trust Co. and The Savannah Bank. He was an active member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, where he served on the finance committee, parish council and as an usher.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 1707 Bull St. at 10:00am on Friday, January 31st followed by a reception from 11:30am - 1:30pm at Wexford Irish Pub, 27 Barnard St. Burial at 2pm at Hillcrest Abbey East, 1600 Wheaton St. The visitation will be held at Fox and Weeks Funeral Home, 7200 Hodgson Memorial Dr. from 5:00pm – 6:00pm on Thursday, January 30th followed by a Rosary at 6:00pm.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent to Benedictine Military School or Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

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My heartfelt prayers and thoughts are with you Gail, Patrick, and Pamela. Danny was a fine man in every way. I know he will be greatly missed.

- Joy Castillo, Orlando, Florida

Many good memories from our time together at Ogeechee Road Branch Savannah Bank! Sincere Sympathy Kathryn Getty Murray

- Kathryn Getty Murray, Pembroke, GA

With my deepest sympathy. May he rest in peace.

- Jane Patricia Harte , Savannah , Ga

Gail and family-we were saddened and sorry to receive the news of Dan's passing. His was a life 'well lived', we will remember him as a Man of great Character, Integrity, Morals, Values & Principles. He was Spiritual, a loving/caring Husband, Father, Brother, Grandfather, Father in Law and he was always a Loyal and True Friend. We pray for his Spirit and we pray that God will comfort all of you during this difficult time.

- Richard, Ann Lutz and our Family, Savannah, GA

Gail, Patrick and Pamela and family. Danny was a great friend during our high school days. So many fond memories of my relationship with him. May he rest in peace! Praying for all of you during this most difficult time. Be assured of my prayers and love. Harriet Phillips

- Harriet Thompson Phillips , Lewes, De

Sorry to hear of Dans passing. Many fond memories over the years at Sacred Heart and Savannah Bank. Prayers for Gail and family.

- Barbara Bacon, Savannah, Ga

So very sorry for your loss. I send love & prayers for the entire family.

- Pat Johnson, Savannah, Georgia

I was very sorry to hear the news from Pamela today on the passing of her dad. My own father and I enjoyed many good times in their home at the holidays, and Mr and Mrs Nesmith were family friends. My sincerest sympathies on the loss of a good husband, father, and friend..

- Cafiero/Syring, Colonial Beach Va, Va

My sincere sympathy to you Gail, Patrick, Pamela, and your families. What fond memories I have of being your 53rd Street neighbor! I'll remember Dan as a kind, generous and welcoming friend.

- Cyndee Geoffroy, Cascais, Portugal

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Patrick & Family...our deepest condolences! Your Dad was a fantastic human & will absolutely be missed!!

- Shel & Cindy Brennan, Savannah, GA

My condolences to Gail and family. May Danny Rest in Peace!

- Bob White, Greensboro , Ga

Dan was a wonderful person and a good friend. I always enjoyed seeing he and Gail out for dinner, usually at 1790. Seems as if all the good die young. He will be sorely missed.

- Anthony M. Alfonso, Savannah, , Georgia

Dan was a wonderful person and a good friend. I always enjoyed seeing he and Gail out for dinner, usually at 1790. Seems as if all the good die young. He will be sorely missed.

- Anthony M. Alfonso, Savannah, , Georgia

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Pamela, Mrs. Gail, and Family—you are in my prayers. Losing such an integral person within your life is never easy, but knowing that he is resting with God is all the knowledge we need. Your family will continue to be in my prayers.

- Brittany N Montano, Englewood, CO

Services under the direction of:

Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200


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