
Celebrating the life of
Jeanne (Rosemary) Wagner Zittrauer
November 07, 1942 - August 19, 2025

Jeanne (Rosemary) Wagner Zittrauer was born in Reading, Pennsylvania November 7, 1942. She was the only child of James and Kathryn Wagner. Jeanne was a member of the Sisters Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary from 1960-1976. In 1981, she married James J. Zittrauer, Jr. Jeanne is grateful for her three children and their spouses, four grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren, who have helped her grow in love. They are Tommy and Judy Zittrauer with Andy (with Lizzy and son Danny) and Connor, Erin and Chris Sasser with Hannah (with daughter Saylor) and Aidan, and John Zittrauer.
Jeanne served as principal of Saint Anne School from 1986-1992. Jimmy and Jeanne opened Saints and Shamrocks in 1992, where Jeanne worked until 2009. Jeanne served as Pastoral Assistant at Blessed Sacrament Church from 2009-2014.
A visitation will take place on Thursday, August 21, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, followed by a rosary service at 6:30 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, August 22, 2025, also at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Bonaventure Cemetery.
Family and friends are thanked for all the ways love has been shared over the years and continues on forever. Love never ends.
Jeanne will be missed. She was an inspiring communicant and worker at Blessed Sacrament Church. Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon her.
- Billy S. Wilson, Jr., Savannah, GA
Your family is in our prayers.
- Louisa & Grant Cate, Savannah , Ga
So sorry for your loss! She was a friend to everyone! She was loved!
- The Grants, Savannah , Georgia
Jeanne was the most giving person. She was so special to me and my family. Heaven has gained a beautiful angel.
- Adele Collins, Savannah, Georgia
Jeanne was always the most kind and giving lady. She always had a smile and something uplifting to say. I will miss her sweet presence.
- Tinka Pace, Savannah, GA
Jeanne Zittrauer was a faithful disciple of Jesus. She was always at Mass, offering her services in proclaiming God's Word, contributing Communion, visiting the sick and home bound... She always smiled, joyful, and very active. She was also gentle, kind, and spiritual Her presence and service was a blessing at Blessed Sacrament Church in Savannah! Thank God for sending Jeanne into our world, and she made our life much better!
- Fr. John Tran, Montezuma , GA
May the angels lead her into Paradise.
- Fr. Michael Kavanaugh, Savannah, Georgia
Jeanne was the best! God bless her and I know she is with God in paradise. I'm fortunate to have known her for many years. To the family our condolences and prayers go out to everyone. God bless you all.
- Tim Ansley, Savannah, GA

Jeanne you were such a Special Lady ! Always so thoughtful and kind and would go out of your way to help anyone! I always looked forward to coming in to Saints and Shamrocks to shop and chat with you! I have so many beautiful things I got from you! I was truly blessed to know you and some of your family! Rest in peace and now your reunited with your loving husband! My deepest condolences to your family sending you love up to Heaven! From Pam and Doug Andrews
- Pam Andrews, Savannah, Georgia

God bless her and her family!
- MacMillan, Tybee Island, Ga.

My deepest condolences to Jeanne's family and loved ones. Blessed Sacrament Church will not be the same without her presence. I always sat in the pew directly behind her at mass and will miss her terribly, but I know that God has something much better in store for her. May your memories of Jeanne comfort you as you mourn her loss.
- KIM K. RILEY, SAVANNAH, GA
Rest In Peace. You were a strong influence in the 70s, when I first met you, with your generous spirit and faith-filled life. You will be missed. God bless her family.
- Colleen Rovolis Humphries, SAVANNAH, GA
Erin, John and Tommy--like all of you, our hearts are saddened and sorry to receive the news of your beautiful Mom's untimely passing. She was a special and beautiful gift to all of us from God and her Spirituality was an inspiration for our Blessed Sacrament Church congregation. She always spoke highly of each one of you. We will always be grateful for the Friendship that we shared with her, and we will remember her as a faithful friend of great Character, Integrity, Morals, Values and Principles. We pray for her Spirit and we pray that God will comfort all of you during this difficult time.
- Richard, Ann Lutz & our Family, Savannah, GA
Please accept our deepest sympathies at the loss of your sweet Mom, Grand/Great grandmother. I loved working along side of Jeanne at St. Anne in Columbus. (She hired me!!!) Will always remember her as a wonderful person.
- Donna Tomayko, Columbus, GA
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. God bless!
- Gary Skeens and Family, TYBEE ISLAND, GA
One of the most faith-filled and sweetest ladies I have ever known! May she rest in eternal peace.
- Ethel Tuttle, Savannah, GA
Jeanne was my wonderful 5th grade at St. James. As an adult I had the pleasure of teaching with her at Blessed Sacrament. What a loving and kind lady. Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon her. Rest in peace faithful servant.
- Nary Gene Murphy Sikes, Savannah , GA
This makes me so sad! Thinking about you, Tommy and Erin and your families! Jimmy and Jeanne were an important part of my life as I was growing up (as well as your beautiful mom, Sandra). They are all missed and were LOVED by so many!
- Kelly Crim (Eason), Inman, SC
Erin, I send my deepest sympathy to you and the family. Jeanne was such a special person and a wonderful boss for the two years she was my principal at St. Anne. Caring, energetic, helpful, and always wise are just some of the positive attributes that come to mind. God bless you all in this time of sadness.
- Mary Sue Polleys, Columbus, GA
I pray that sweet memories help bring some smiles during the tuff times and the good times.
- Vickie & Mike.McBride, Columbus , Georgia
My deepest condolences to the Zittrauer family and friends. I have the fondest memories of Jeanne's kindness and she was the first to allow me to sell my Irish Soda Breads at Saints and Shamrock during the festivities for several years. Not to be forgotten! An Irish Blessing to family & friends.
- Maggie Keenan, Richmond, VA
Our condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
- Ken and Nancy Pellerin, Clermont, FL
Genuinely beautiful soul! Loved her dearly.
- Hema, Pooler, GA

So sorry to hear about Jeanne. You all are in my prayers. T
- Therese Sheehan , Savannah, Ga
Sending my condolences to Jeanne's family. It was truly a pleasure to know Jeanne. May she rest in God's peace. With sympathy and prayers, Sister Susan
- Sister Susan Arnold Harms, Savannah, GA
Jeanne was a light in the darkness. She was a person that you could feel the love and peace in her soul. She was filled with kindness and compassion for her fellow man. We worked together on the Social Justice committee at Blessed Sacrament Church for several years. She will be missed in this world.Love and prayers for her family.
- Melanie Finocchiaro, Savannah , Ga
For many years Jeanne volunteered at the Social Apostolate, and brought so much joy into the building by her very presence. She was such a very special, deeply spiritual person! My very deep condolences to her family! I had hoped to be with you electronically, but won't be able to because it's not being livestreamed, but my heart is there. Jeanne will be missed by so many people. I feel blessed that our paths crossed!
- Sr. Julie Franchi, Newton, Massachusetts
My thoughts are with each of you as you bid farewell to Jeanne! I had the pleasure working with her when she taught at Sacred Heart. Her kindness and enthusiasm for life was special.please be assured of my prayers. Blesisngs, Sr. Irene
- Sister Irene, Westwood, MA
Dear Erin, Chris, Hannah & Saylor, and Aidan: We are very saddened to hear of the loss of your precious mother and grandmother, Jeanne. What an accomplished woman; she was a rock star. We are praying for your comfort and peace in this time of grief. Thinking of you all, Michael and Kerri Lane
- Michael and Kerri Lane, Tampa, FL
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Visitation
- 5:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. on Thu, August 21, 2025
- Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
-
1003 East Victory Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31405 - 912-356-6980
- Rosary
- 6:30 p.m. on Thu, August 21, 2025
- Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
-
1003 East Victory Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31405 - 912-356-6980
- Mass of Christian Burial
- 10:00 a.m. on Fri, August 22, 2025
- Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
-
1003 East Victory Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31405 - 912-356-6980
- Burial
- on Fri, August 22, 2025
- Bonaventure Cemetery
-
330 Bonaventure Road (map)
Savannah GA 31404 - 912-651-6843