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Celebrating the life of

Charles Ellis Izlar

July 11, 1952 - June 24, 2025

Charles Ellis Izlar

Charles Ellis Izlar, 72, of Savannah, GA, passed away on June 24, 2025 at the Mayo Clinic Hospital in Jacksonville, FL, where he had received ongoing care for several years.

Charles was born in Augusta, GA. He was the son of Jack Byrd and MaryEllis Jones Izlar. After graduating from the Academy of Richmond County, he received his undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of Georgia. He was a Certified Public Accountant and worked in Atlanta, GA, and Tulsa, OK, before relocating to Savannah, GA, in 1992.

Charles retired after more than 30 years as the Chief Financial Officer for J.C. Lewis Enterprises, which includes Lewis Broadcasting Corporation and J.C. Lewis Motor Company. In the Savannah community, he also served on the Boards of the YMCA of Coastal Georgia, Savannah Country Day School, Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum, and the former Savannah Bancorp, which became South State Bank. He was a member of Isle of Hope United Methodist Church where he also served on the administrative board.

Travel was one of Charles’s greatest pleasures outside of work. He was thrilled to have visited many places with his family and friends, creating memories for a lifetime.

Charles is survived by his wife Janice and their son Ellis Izlar of London, England. He is also survived by his brother and sister-in-law Robert and Kay Izlar of Plano, TX, sister-in-law Patricia Izlar of Bamberg, SC, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Jack B. Izlar, Jr.

The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 pm on Friday, June 27, 2025, at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, 7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive, Savannah, GA. His graveside service will be held at 11 am on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at the Greenwich Section of Bonaventure Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Palmetto Club, The Landings, following the graveside service.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Charles’s memory to Mayo Clinic at give.mayoclinic.org or 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905. 

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We are sorry to hear about the passing of Chuck. We will be praying for your family.

- Billy & Suzanne Baxter, North Augusta, SC

Condolence and Love to Janice, Ellis and Family. Charles body is gone, but his quiet, genuine personal touch spirit and legacy remains as heart prints...for every life he touched. A Life well lived. Elaine, Kelie and Kelcee Jones-Connor

- Elaine, Kelie and Kelcee Jones-Connor, Savannah , Ga

Janice, I am so very sorry to hear the news of Charles' death. He was such a smart, funny guy. He will be missed. I will never forget that he introduced me to the father of my only child. I am thinking if you and Ellis and hope you will find peace in the memories of Charles. He will live on in our hearts. Much love, Lynn

- Lynn Sellers Concha, Atlanta , GA

We are so sad to hear of your loss. We never got to meet Charles but Randy spoke highly of him years ago. Please know that our hearts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Janet and John

- Janet and John Funderburk , Greensboro , NC

Sending love to Janice, Ellis, and the whole family. We are so sorry for your loss. He was an amazing man as evidenced by the wonderful son he raised. You are in our thoughts

- The Fragapane Family, London, UK

I am sorry for your loss. Charles was a wonderful person and friend. I will be praying for your family. I will always miss him.

- Murray Salter , Poinciana , Fl

Love you Janice . Our prayers are with you

- Gilbreath Family Charlie and Mary (Van)Debbie and Donna, Greensboro, North Carolina

Please accept our deepest condolences

- Monte Goldstein & Family, Montvale, NJ

I am proud to have worked with Chuck and feel honored to have known him. He was the type of person that the moment you met him, you knew he had his stuff together. He was a great friend to have on your side. He will be missed by many. My heart goes out to the family.

- Tim Redding, Jr., Dublin, GA

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Chuck will truly be missed.

- Robert and Anita Rentz, Savannah , Ga

So sorry to hear this Chuck helped me several times through the years prayers for his family.

- PATRICK GROOMS, RICHMOMND, Georgia

Chuck will be missed. A good friend and advisor. He was always there to listen and offer sound advice. He was a friend to many.

- David D, Savannah, GA

Services under the direction of:

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


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