Celebrating the life of
Joanne Lair
July 12, 1957 - June 23, 2025
Joanne Lair, 67, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2025, and is now in her Heavenly Home. She was born in Savannah to James and Jimmie Lair on July 12, 1957. Joanne was deeply loved by her family and friends and will always be remembered fondly. She leaves behind two daughters, Melinda McDonough (Dustin) and Michelle Joyner (Chris), as well as four grandchildren: Konner, Austin, Donovan (Samantha), and Nicholas. She is also survived by her sister, Linda Futrell (Jim), brother, Charles Lair (Debi) sister, Celia Lair, her sister-in-law, Sonja Lair, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Joanne began her working career at an early age at Byrd’s Cookie Company, where she progressed to the position of manager. She later worked at Kroger, Piggly Wiggly, R & R Restaurant Supply, Walmart, Bi-Lo, and was still employed at Whitmarsh at Publix. Always a joyful soul, she was known for offering a shoulder to lean on when needed. She treated her fellow workers and customers with kindness.
Her sister Linda and brother-in-law Jim felt a profound sense of loss in their home without her. They had been her caregivers for eight months and cherished the kindness, laughter, and shared moments they had together. There will never be another "Josie"; she brought joy to those around her, and no one can take her place. During her hospital stay, her daughter Melinda remained by her side day and night, holding her hand as she took her last breath on earth and her first breath in heaven.
Visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 29, 2025 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. Funeral service will be at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, June 30, 2025 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. Burial will be in Hillcrest Abbey East Cemetery.
Joanne was a very sweet cousin and she had a calming effect on people. I know her Family and friends will miss her greatly but her relationship with the Lord was foremost in her life and they all take comfort knowing they will see her again one day.
- Bill deVegter, Marietta , GA
A candle has been lit!
Joann was such a sweetheart. Everyone will surely miss her.
- CINDY D EDENFIELD, SAVANNAH, GA
Dear Baby sister,you were a true Christian, a wonderful,sweet sister, You shared so much Love with all of us,and I know I can never match that. You listened to the family history I knew,and you told me things about our history I didn't know. Few days passed when we didn't talk to each other,when we finished talking it was never "goodbye" but "goodnight",.I won't say goodbye now,but,Goodnight,see you soon, in dreams,and in Heaven. Love you.
- Linda Futrell , Savannah , Ga.
A candle has been lit!
Her light will always shine! Praying for your comfort and strength.
- Ronna Lewis Sherrod , Guyton , GA
A candle has been lit!
Joanne was a wonderful sister. Good memories and love.
- Celia lair, Savannah, Ga
Enjoyed working with Joanne. She was a very sweet person, she had this effect on people when they would talk to her. She will be greatly missed by everyone. Will miss our conversations and how she always picked on me. Laura Heimes Savannah Georgia
- Laura Diane Heimes, Savannah, GA
My cousin Joanne was a wonderful, sweet-hearted person. She would give you the shirt off her back if you needed it just like her mother, my Aunt Jimmie, would have done. At family reunions through the years, if you didn't hear Joanne laughing and making others laugh then you weren't paying attention. Thank you for wonderful memories, Joanne.
- George Burgstiner, Savannah, GA
Joanne & I were friends we went on cruises together had a great times I will miss her great friend fly high
- Teresa Moore , Savannah, GA
A candle has been lit!
Sorry to hear the passing of Ms Joanne. We worked together at Publix and became working buddies. Another star now twinkle above look up and see the one you love Joanne is there with others too, shinning down to comfort you. My God forever comfort your family during this time of sadness.
- Irma N Shields, Savannah, GA
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Heaven has set aside a special place for welcoming your family members, but please do all you can here on Earth to prolong your stay here. I love all of you. I will try to drop by before ceremony tomorrow, but I have an emergency dental surgery scheduled for 12:00 tomorrow.
- Michael Portman, Savannah, GA
A candle has been lit!
JoAnne your presence will definitely be missed. I will miss our talks and your contagious laughter. Thanks for always being there for me. You gave great advice and you were always positive. You will always be in my heart. Thanks for being you. My prayers to your family. Work definitely won't be the same without you.
- Cydnee Deshay , Savannah, Ga
Sorry to hear the passing of Ms Joanne. We worked together at Publix and became working buddies and friends.. I know she will look down on us .. we will miss her .
- Erin Meek, Savannah , Ga
Lair family, I am very sorry to hear of the loss of Joanne. She was a very sweet young woman. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she Rest in Peace!
- Carolyn Beebe, Savannah, GA
We will miss u Whiddon family
- Breck Whiddon, SAVANNAH, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Visitation
- 2:00 p.m. unti 4:00 p.m. on Sun, June 29, 2025
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
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7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406 - 912-352-7200
- Funeral Service
- 12:00 p.m. on Mon, June 30, 2025
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
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7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406 - 912-352-7200
- Burial
- on Mon, June 30, 2025
- Hillcrest Abbey Memorial Park
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1600 Wheaton Street (map)
Savannah GA 31404 - 912-234-3458