Celebrating the life of
Amorette Christine Zittrauer
March 31, 1932 - June 18, 2025
Amorette Christine Zittrauer, 93, of Tybee Island, Georgia, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2025. Born on March 31, 1932, in Maui, Hawaii, she lived a full and vibrant life rooted in love, family, friendship, and service to her community.
She was the daughter of the late Wells and Rosalie Cummings. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Wells Cummings Jr., her sisters, Genevieve Hilton and brother-in-law Mack Hilton, Audrie Burdick and brother-in-law Bill Burdick.
Amorette is survived by her loving family: her son, Perry (Peppy) Zittrauer III, and daughter-in-law Kathy Zittrauer; her grandson Travis Zittrauer (Brandi); granddaughter Nikki Chisholm (William), Great grandchildren Travis Zittrauer (Audrey), Landon Zittrauer (Sydney), Liam Chisholm, and Anderson Chisholm and her dear niece Gay Anderson, along with many other nieces and nephews who held a special place in her heart.
Amorette shared an unbreakable bond with her lifelong friends known as the “Hosti Girls” – her Tybee sisters – including Diane Ring, Snooky Cannady, Christina Norman (the daughter she never had), Betty Jane Hendrix, Karen Hogan, Angel King, Sandra Cornelius (Deceased) and Ann Carrol Trammel (Deceased) Together, they created countless memories and supported one another through every chapter of life. Also, the lone brother of the Hosti Girls, Michael “Spec” Hosti.
Throughout her life, Amorette was a dedicated and hardworking woman. She worked at the Miami Herald, the Chatham County Tag Office, the City of Tybee Island, and Chu’s Convenience Store. No matter where she worked, Amorette left a lasting impact through her kindness, resilience, and unmistakable spirit.
She will be remembered for her warmth, humor, fierce loyalty, and the unconditional love she gave to all who knew her. Her legacy will live on through the many lives she touched and the family she loved so dearly.
Our sincerest condolences to you all for your loss
- Foley, Statesboro, Ga
So sorry to hear of your Moms passing. God Bless her. I will have you and Kathy in my thoughts and prayers. Love you Brother--
- Michael Watson, Savannah, GA
A candle has been lit!
Amorette is a Tybee Legend. Her love of baseball and her ability to score a game is unrivaled. To speak of her in the past tense is impossible. She is still here. With us always. Peppy, We pray that you find comfort, peace, and blessings in her memory
- Terri (Brown) and Mike Patillo, Tybee and Savannah , GA
Charlie and I are sending our prayers for the repose of her soul and strength and comfort for all. Sweet Amorette was just a wonder and a beautiful gracious lady that was just here forever. Not to mention that she was a hoot!
- Charlie Kirk and Patti Neidlinger , Tybee Island , Ga
We are so very sorry for the loss of your beloved mother. She was a beautiful and kind lady. We know she will be immensely missed. You, your family and her dear friends are in our thoughts, our prayers and our hearts. With deepest sympathy, Mark and Lynn
- Lynn Wells Troughton, Savannah, GA
What a beautiful obituary for a beautiful lady. Bill and I are so sorry for your loss. Amara was one of the finest ladies I have ever met. Her memory and the good times we had with her we live in our hearts forever.
- Bill & Tricia Lewis , Tybee Island, GA
So sorry to hear about your loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers for the entire family Peppy. May she Rest in Peace.
- Brian S O'Neal, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
912-898-0900
- Visitation
- 5:00 pm-7:00 pm on Mon, June 23, 2025
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
-
4605 Hwy 80 East (map)
Savannah GA 31410 - 912-898-0900
- Memorial Mass
- 10:00 am on Tue, June 24, 2025
- St. Michael's Catholic Church
-
802 Lovell Ave. (map)
Tybee Island GA 31328 - 912-786-4505
- Reception
- 12:00 pm on Tue, June 24, 2025
- American Legion Post 154
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10 Veterans Drive (map)
TYBEE ISLAND GA 31328 - (912) 786-5356