To the Sottile Family, I am genuinely sorry for your loss and heaven's gain. We were in Italy for his son Chris' wedding and I vividly remember sitting next to him on the bus from Empoli, Italy and enjoying a wonderful conversation with him. He kept me astounded with his knowledge and crackling wit. He was a very special person. We will all miss him, but the Good Lord will certainly welcome him home. Maybe he will say hello to my dear mom and dad! In deepest sympathy, Nancy Schreck

- Nancy Schreck, Savannah, GA

What an amazing man!! I so enjoyed his visits to my office. He challenged me in my thoughts, my ideas on religion, my reading pursuits, and my goals in this life and beyond!!! He shared with me his ideas and achievements on family dinners. How that time should be used as an enriching gathering. I asked for and received a required reading list from Mr. Sotile --Wow!! I was astonished and greatly embarrassed that I had not read many of the list!! Just look at his family --An Amazing Success!!Thoughts and love go to all of you !! ( I would say ya'll but Mr. Sotile would not approve !!) Much Love--Gerald Benson

- Gerald Benson, Savannah, GA

Michael & Valerie are the 2 oldest friends I have here. They first knocked on the door at #11 w Gordon St to deliver soup to their friend Angela recovering from a hip replacement. Such kind neighborliness is a part of their ethos of service to the community. When I needed help I could count on them. Classiness in everything. God’s ministering angels attend Michael in his journey to his reward.

- Margaret Betz, Savannah, GA

I work with Tory at Symphona, and I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Mr. Sottile. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

- Donya Fowler, Savannah, GA

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To the Sotille Family, may your wonderful memories of your father and grandfather bring you peace, comfort and the love that surrounds you. To Christian, the esteemed architect for our Charleston development project, our team is deeply saddened by your loss. Ron Owens, Jim Petrus and Eileen Christiansen

- Ronald C Owens, Charleston, South Carolina

Chuck and I were so sorry to hear about the loss of your father and grandfather. Our love and prayers are with you all❣️

- Sandra Harris, Augusta, GA

Natalia I'm so sorry for your loss. Find peace and comfort in your precious memories. Kim Generex and Storm Rodriguez

- kimberly L genereux, SAVANNAH, GA

I am a seasonal neighbor of Mr.Sottile, around the corner on Jones St. I visited his shop on many occasions. After one visit, he invited my husband and I to come upstairs to his home to see some artwork. He spoke passionately about the art, and lovingly of his family as he showed us around. If I came to the shop and was instructed by sign to “ring the bell”, he would always come smiling down the stairs, apologize for keeping me waiting, and explain that he had just stepped away “for a cookie”. Such a lovely gentleman. When I saw the horse drawn carriage carry him by, this final time, I thought he leaves as beautifully as he lived. My condolences to his family. He’ll be missed.

- Jane Burdick, Savannah, GA

We are so saddened that this community has lost such a wonderful man. Micheal gave so much to all of us, and we share our love and sincerest condolences with the Sottile family.

- Cristy Furr, Terry Furr, and Tracy Furr Roberts, Saint Augustine, Crescent Beach, Florida

Valerie, Valerian, Michaela, I am so very sorry to hear of Michael’s passing. Such a wonderful person. He inspired me with every conversation over the years. May God bless and comfort you all during this difficult time. My prayers are with the family. Kim

- Kimberly Fowler, Savannah , GA

0ne of the most interesting, intelligent and kind individuals I ever knew in my 50 plus years in Savannah. We were next-door neighbors on Taylor Street where Mr Sottile always encouraged me in gardening there. He was magical as a family man and patriarch.

- Phillip Sellers , Savannah , Ga