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Celebrating the life of
Stephen E. Weeks, Jr.
February 21, 1945 - February 14, 2025
Stephen E. Weeks, Jr., completed a charmed life at sunset on February 14, 2025 surrounded by his adoring family.
Throughout his life, Steve’s devil-may-care style, clever wit and earnest appreciation of a good time enabled him to make friends and create memories wherever he went. The stories of Steve’s childhood and adolescence growing up in Savannah with his twin brother, Jim, and their multitude of friends have been shared often enough and by enough people to become part of the local lore. During his life, Steve was well-known and adored in every circle he traveled, and his magnetic personality made him the center of attention whether in a tuxedo for a black-tie event with his beautiful wife, Sharon, or on a back porch for a party. His rare ability to connect with anyone he met and make a lasting impression made him an unforgettable figure who will live on in the memories and hearts of his children and loved ones.
As a high school athlete at Savannah High School, Steve excelled on the football field and basketball court, competing with and against people who would become lifelong friends. He was celebrated locally and earned an opportunity to play college basketball at Furman University, but he joked later in life that “going to school on Saturday” wasn’t for him. He transferred to Armstrong State College and played two more years of college basketball before transferring to the University of Georgia to finish his academic career. While at Georgia, he would pledge Kappa Alpha and remained a proud K.A. for the rest of his life, often regaling family and friends with tales from his time in Athens with his beloved fraternity brothers. Following college, Steve served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War on the U.S.S. Kittyhawk. Although he didn’t talk about his commitment to his country often, as he aged he reminisced about his pride as a U.S. Veteran and shared memories from his travels in the Navy.
Following his military service, Steve earned his State License in Funeral Service as a Funeral Director and Embalmer from Gupton Jones College of Funeral Service in Decatur, Georgia, and joined Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors. Working alongside his father, Elmo Weeks, and his twin brother, Jim Weeks, Steve served his Savannah neighbors as a funeral director for nearly 50 years. In 2004, Steve and Jim reacquired the funeral home from Service Corporation International and proudly managed the business together as partners. During his professional life, Steve served in several leadership positions in organizations such as the YMCA of the Coastal Empire and the Kiwanis Club, and he was a member of The Savannah Golf Club, The Landings Club, the Savannah Yacht Club and The Oglethorpe Club.
As anyone who knew Steve can attest, golf was a lifelong passion that allowed him to continue his athletic accomplishments for decades as he became one of Savannah’s best golfers and one of the best amateur golfers in Georgia. He was extremely proud of the three club championships he won at The Landings Club, but his real legacy in golf was the brotherhood and bonds created with his most frequent playing partners. And of course, the timeless, hilarious stories from traveling to play in tournaments on the “fried chicken circuit” in South Georgia and undertaking golf trips annually with his closest friends. Whether he was on the course or at the 19th hole playing a friendly game of gin rummy, laughter and camaraderie seemed to follow Steve wherever he went.
Steve is survived by his twin brother, James M. Weeks (Joyce), brother Carl S. Weeks, children Stephen E. Weeks, III (Ruth), Scott E. Weeks and Stacy W. Dixon (David), as well as grandchildren Lanora Grace Phillips, Margaret Elizabeth Weeks, Stephen E. Weeks, IV, Hugh T. Weeks, Weeks L. Dixon and Embrey J. Dixon and his beloved canine companion, Rex. He is predeceased by his wife, Sharon E. Weeks, his parents, Stephen E. Weeks and Elizabeth S. Weeks, and his sister, Elizabeth W. Sellers.
A Graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 in Greenwich Cemetery with Rev. Jim Giddens officiating.
The Weeks family would like to thank Comfort Keepers of Savannah and Hospice Savannah for the kindness and compassionate care given to Steve.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggest you consider making a donation in Steve's memory to The Sharon Weeks Scholarship Fund, 2213 Norwood Avenue, Savannah, Georgia 31406.
What a beautiful tribute to Steve. It says it all. He will be remembered by many. Scott and Stacey, I am so sorry for your loss. You have beautiful memories, keep them close.
- Janice Tillman Karrh, Savannah , Georgia
My deepest condolences to the Family you all are in my Prayers and thoughts xxxx .
- Tyrone Tony Denmark and family , Savannah , George
Steve will be missed by so many people. The Weeks family were always good friends with my family. We had many laughs over the years. They were always there thru the years as I lost members of my family. He can now rest in peace. Camille Puckett
- Elsbeth Camille Puckett, Peachtree Corners, GA
Our hearts are heavy to hear of Steve’s passing. My father was a friend and co-worker of Steve’s for many years. We pray for the Lord’s comfort and peace to all his family and friends.
- Penny Boice Morse & Kenneth R. Boice family, Richmond Hill, Ga
May his memory be a blessing.
- Toby Director , New York, NY
We’re so sorry to hear about Steve’s passing. The obituary described him perfectly. We always enjoyed seeing Steve. John always enjoyed playing golf with him. What a sad day for all of us.
- John and Gay Oldfield , Savannah , Georgia
A beautifully fitting tribute for our brother-in-law Steve, whom we've had the honor of knowing and loving as a family member and friend for close to 50 years. Gary and I have shared many hi-jinx and sober moments with both he and Sharon and those memories will help us cope with his passing now especially now that we are without them both. Sending our deepest sympathies to Scott, Stacy and Stephen. We love you all.
- Linda and Gary Smith, Scottsdale, AZ
I have so many warm and funny memories from years at Savannah High School. Steve was at the center of those. He was everyone's favorite rascal. Goodbye, sweet Blue Jacket.
- Pamela Redmond Wall, Savannah , Ga
God bless you, Steve. You were a senior at SHS, when I was a sophomore. You were always kind and supportive of me, as was Jim. Your entire family was/is always gracious and caring. Love to you and family. Great person/guy. Keep going, Jim. With love and sadness, Jimmy Dunn
- James Dunn, Roswell, Georgia
Steve was a good friend and one of the finest men I have ever known . Always a joy to be around . A laugh and smile you could not forget . Savannah has lost one of her finest , but he will always be remembered by those that knew him .
- Jeff Fitzpatrick, Gainesville, GA
Kathryn & I are so sorry to see Steve's passing. We go back many years from growing up together toplaying sports at Savannah High. We would double date from time to time as we got a little older. Jim and all of the Week's family, we send our sincere condolences and prayers for all.
- Frank & Kathryn Murray , Pembroke , GA
I was so blessed to have cared for Mr. Weeks and Rex. He was a very nice person indeed. Wherever we went people would come up and talk with him. Marshwood wad his spot iykyk. Rest well Mr. Weeks
- Tanya Lateisha L Thomas, Savannah, Georgia
Oh my dear sweet Mr. Weeks. One of my most favorite customers. How I will so dearly miss our weekly chats. Every single week I looked forward to getting to your house. Thank you for every conversation. Every joke. Every smile. Every laugh. Thank you. Many prayers to the Weeks family.
- Kimberly McCorkle, Savannah, Ga
So sorry to hear this, prayers for all his family and friends.
- Joe Wilson, Newnan, GA
My thoughts are with Jim. I lost my twin brother, Frank, in April of 2023. We knew Jim and Steve at Jacob G. Smith elementary school. My prayers are with Jim and all of his family. I still remember his sweet mom's visits to the school.
- Louis B. Harkins, Jr., Savannah, Georgia
Praying for you all in your time of Need. Praying GODS Loving arms to surround your Family and Hold you All Tight.
- Jennifer Scott, Moncks Corner , South Carolina
Praying for strength, comfort, and peace for the Weeks family in this difficult time.
- Timothy W Forbes, Cartersville, Georgia
Sincere condolences. We were great pals growing up in Savannah.. playing basketball against each funerals. He did both of my parents tom Webster
- Thomas C Webster, Hhi, South Carolina
Years ago I would joke with Steve and Jim that both of them would handle my affairs when the time comes for me. I made them promise that when my comes the Weeks brothers would make my passing a big party . We always had fun about my wishes -God bless Steve. Now it’s up to Jim.
- Charles Cooper, Savannah , Georgia
Carl and Weeks family, What a beautiful tribute to your brother. I send my sincere sympathy. Evelyn
- Evelyn Steadwell Neikirk , Hoschton, Ga.
So sorry to hear of Steve’s passing. May his memory always be a blessing.
- Sydney Solomon Ratnow, Suffern, NY
Polly and I were saddened to hear of Steves passing. The obituary described him perfectly. Steve was always fun to be around and will be greatly missed.
- steve and polly stramm, Savannah, Georgia
Dear Jim, my heartfelt condolences to you and all of your family on the loss of your twin, Steve. I have so many memories of you both from Jacob G Smith all the way through high school. Both of you were always everyone’s favorite! May your brother’s memory be for a blessing for now and always.
- Gail Alpern Ginsberg, Columbia, SC
The Weeks and Farr families have been friends for over 100 years and we are sincerely saddened at the passing of Stephen. God Bless You All!
- Joseph D Farr Jr, Pooler, GA, GA 31322
Sharon, Jim and all the Weeks family, I was so saddened to learn of Steve's passing. My heartfelt condolences go out to you all. I was privileged to work for the Weeks family as a funeral director serving the Savannah community, and learned so much from Steve and Jim, things that I still use today serving the families here in Sarasota. My years of being a part of Fox & Weeks family are something I'll always cherish and Steve was a big part of those memories. I wish you all comfort as you move through this sad time.
- Craig Green, Sarasota, FL
My thoughts and prayers are with all of the family at this difficult time. May his memory be eternal. With my deepest sympathy, Irene Miltiades Purdy
- Irene Miltiades Purdy, RICHMOND, VA
Sending our love and deepest sympathy to the Weeks family. Steve will sorely be missed. Walter and Mary Dimmick
- Walter Dimmick, Savannah, GA
Very sorry to hear that Steve is gone. He was a special guy and his obituary is true to the core. He collected friends along every step of his way. I first knew him and Jim and Capers from ball room dance lessons back in the 50’s. The girls all wanted to dance with one of the Weeks’ boys. The rest of us did not matter. Steve was such a charmer at that very young age and I was always in awe of him.
- Bobby Phillips, Savannah, GA
goodby lifelong friend.you were the best .you and jim had some good times with cy wright and barry paderwiski and the highschool gang and me
- jerry kaminsky, sav, ga
So very sorry to hear of the passing of Steve Weeks. We were in the same home room class at Savannah High. I rember the fun times we had and laughing a lot. He was a sweet kind perosn with a glowing personality. He will be surely missed. The high school days were so much fun and a lot of wonderful times. Peace and Blessing to the Weeks family. Steve will remain alive in our hearts forever.
- Linda Combs, Savannah, GA
So sorry for your loss.
- Cheryl Clay, Tybee Island, Ga
May you find peace and comfort during this difficult time. Our deepest thoughts and prayers are with the Weeks Family and Staff.
- Piedmont Precast, ATLANTA, GA
Sending my deepest sympathies to the Weeks family
- Cheryl DeWitt, Savannah, GA
Steve I’ll always remember you! You asked me to go to a dance many years ago and pick me up in a hearse . You said that was the only car left in the driveway. Good times! We will miss! Judy Ramage Williams and Charlie
- Judy (Ramage) Williams & Charlie , Savannah, GA
Scott and family. So sorry to learn of the loss of your Dad. Many memories of your Dad and your entire family over the past 62 years!!! Your Dad lived life to its fullest and was a true friend and gentleman to all who were lucky enough to have shared his friendship!!!!! He will certainly be missed by so many. I am sure we will hear many great stories from those lucky enough to have been his friend!! Hang in there my friend and cherish all of the memories you two were able to share together throughout the years. Your friend Peag!!!!! lRest eternal, grant to him O Lord; and let light perpetual shine upon him.
- Arthur Peagler, Savannah, GA
So sorry to hear of Steve’s passing. He was always one of my favorite people from Savannah High and Wesley Monumental. I will always remember his winning personality and smile..
- Cathie GEISKING Phillips, Lilburn, Ga
I was so sorry to hear the news of Steve’s passing, especially a week before his 80th birthday. Steve & my Dad Tom Brennan were very good friends, going back to the early golfing & gin rummy days at the Savannah Golf Club. After my dad threw in the towel with his golfing career; he, Steve, Jim & KP (Ken Powers) continued to play cards together for years. My dad often joked that Steve used to help support our family financially with those card games! Who knows, Jim may have another side of the story to tell! Nevertheless, my dad valued his friendship with both Steve and Jim. I live in Portland, Oregon, but I get home to Savannah often. I feel so fortunate that I ran into Steve very recently with his caregiver. Even with his illness, he had that same infectious smile & great sense of humor. I talked to Steve that day about coming to visit him with my sister Mary and my brother-in-law Liam. I’m so sorry that visit never happened, but I certainly will be thinking about Steve & Jim, on their 80th birthday coming up on February 21st. God bless you, Steve, and I hope you’ll be celebrating with your lovely wife Sharon, my dad, and all your other family and friends up in heaven on your 80th birthday! Steve, Scott, Stacy, Jim, & family, I’m so very sorry for the loss of your dad/brother/family. My prayer for you is that you will feel his presence with you always.
- Julia B Brennan, PORTLAND, OR
Jim, I am so sorry to hear about Steve. Please accept my deepest Sympathy for you and your Family. I will keep you in my prayers.
- Anna B Highsmith, Savannah, GA
Great memories at SIFH Conventions. Gods comfort to the family.
- Donald Van Orsdel, Miami, Florida
Jim, please accept our deepest condolences to you and family. May his memory be a blessing!
- Corbell Family, Savannah, Georgia
Glenda and I wish condolences to the Weeks’ Family on the death of Steve. He will be truly missed. May he now rest in peace.
- Dr.&Mrs. Frank P. Rossiter, Jr., Savannah, GA
Dear Jim and entire Weeks family. Peter and I were so saddened to hear of Steve's passing. We send our deepest condolences to you all and pray God's blessings upon you at this sad time. May his memory be eternal. Prayers for you all. Peter and Bonnie Delvers
- Delvers, Savannah, GA
Jim- my sincere condolences on the loss of your twin brother Steve! We sure had some fun back in the day. May he RIP! Mark McGilley
- Mark McGilley, Leawood, KS
Always helpful and friendly! A real loss to Savannah. May he rest in peace.
- Terry Babylon, Savannah, GA
Sorry to hear about Steve. Played football and basketball against them. I played at Jenkins. May he rest in peace.
- Dewey Warren, Knoxville, TN - Tennessee
A candle has been lit!
SO SORRY FOR YA'LL'S LOSS !!! Will
- Will D Weeks, Jr., Savannah, GA.
My heart is very heavy this morning. I am so very sadden to hear of Poppy's (Mr. Weeks), passing. I had the pleasure of caring for him over the past few years and we became like family; he called me Tutts. His humor and quick wit was something we laughed about continuously. With our birthdays just days apart, this year's celebration of life will be nothing short of JOY.... that's the way he would have it to be. Poppy and Sashy are together once again. May they rest in peace as one. Today I cry tears of sadness..... on the 21st I will dance for you, Mr. Weeks. My sincere condolences to Stephen Jr., Scott and Stacey. Thank you for sharing your Dad. May God grant you comfort.
- Stacey Tillman & Family, Claxton, GA
Dear Weeks Family, I was so saddened to hear that Steve had passed away. The tribute to him was beautiful. It seems to me that he, Jim and my brother Capers were always in trouble when we lived 2 doors down on 60th street. It took me years to tell he and Jim apart. But Steve always let me know subtly which one he was. My condolences to the family for a man well loved.
- Diane Smith Myrick, Savannah, GA
My deepest condolences to the Weeks family for the loss of Steve. From Junior High on our paths crossed often and I have many happy memories of those days. Rest in Peace Steve.
- Jan Davis Mock, Tybee Island , Georgia
Even though I haven’t been able to see Steve in a long while I still cherish the days growing up in Savannah with my friends the Weeks Twins. Thank you for being my friend
- Barry Stoller , Chesterfield , Missouri
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A candle has been lit!
Jim, Helen and I were saddened to read of Steve's passing. You, your dad and Steve were always kind to the Taggart's and McKenzie over the years. Having lost my brother Jim I know that Steve will be forever in your thoughts. May Steve rest in peace for all eternity. Tom and Helen Taggart
- Tom Taggart , Savannah , Ga
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Graveside Service
- 11:00 a.m. on Tue, February 18, 2025
- Greenwich Cemetery
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330 Greenwich Road (map)
Savannah GA 31404 - 912-651-6843