Celebrating the life of
Edwin A. Sury
September 03, 1934 - July 15, 2025
Edwin A. Sury, 90, passed away Tuesday, July 15, 2025, peacefully at Spanish Oaks Retreat. Ed was born in Chicago, IL on September 3, 1934. He attended Holy Trinity High School and DePaul University in Chicago. He served in the U.S. Air Force as an airplane mechanic and was sent all over the world. He was a proud veteran of the Korean War. He met Ernestine Deal Sury, the love of his life in Savannah while stationed here. They married on June 15, 1958, and were married for 67 years. He began his career in 1958 at the age of 24 with American National Insurance Company and retired at age 72.
Ed was involved with the Knights of Columbus, where he did community service as “Mr. Bingo” at Azalealand Nursing Home for over 41 years. He was also a member of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee. He coached Little League Baseball when his son became of age to play all the way thru Andy’s teen years. He was an honorary Girl Scout when his two daughters, Elizabeth and Michaelene were girl scouts.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Ernestine Deal Sury.
He is survived by his two daughters, Michaelene Sury of Athens, GA, and Elizabeth Barton (Barry) of Savannah, one son, Andy Sury (Mary Jane) of Savannah, grandson, Nash Barton of Memphis, TN, and granddaughter, Ryleigh Clarie Plumbley.
Remembrances may be made to Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church.
Ed Sury deeply loved his family, playing scratch offs, a good burger and a beer. His words of wisdom were” for anything you do, you have to be willing to pay the price.”
A private graveside will be at St. Andrews Cemetery in Darien
I am SO sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was more than just our insurance agent to our family. Through church, ball games and just generally seeing him around town, our family knew and loved him. He was always wonderful to my sister and had a special love for him. He was very instrumental in helping my parents get the medical attention that she needed and for that I will always be thankful. Love and hugs to you all.
- Lisa Harkleroad Boswell, Savannah, GA
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Michaelene, Elizabeth and Andy, we are truly sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a fun loving and gentle soul. He cared about people and always had a smile. He will truly be missed by all who knew him. He has joined your mom once again in his heavenly home. May his soul rest in eternal peace. With sincere sympathy, Catherine & Gary
- Catherine & Gary Cooper, Savannah, GA
Mr. And Mrs. Sury welcomed me as family when I roomed with their amazing daughter, Michaelene, while we attended the Medical College of Georgia . I have been blessed to have the Sury family in my life since 1979. Bruce and I send our deepest condolences and prayers for this precious family.
- Dee Stanfield , Macon, Ga
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May God pour His love and peace over you all. Your dad was a true and faithful servant during His time here and he will be blessed by grace. You have much to celebrate.
- Kelly Kilpatrick Hunt, Savannah, GA
Blessed are those that mourn, for they will be comforted (Matthew 5:4). He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds (Psalm 147:3). Elizabeth, you and your families are in our prayers. I pray in the days ahead your tears will cease from flowing, and your heart will smile again.
- Lee & Jackie Steele , Walls, Ms
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- A Private Service Will Be Held