Celebrating the life of
Elsie Hilda Donaldson
January 02, 1930 - November 24, 2016
a loving and devoted Mother, Grandmother, and Sister. A true southern bell that appreciated the beauty in a vase full of fresh flowers.
Elsie Hilda Donaldson, 86, passed away on November 24, 2016 under the care of Hospice Savannah surrounded by her loving family.
Elsie was born on January 2, 1930 in Savannah. She retired as a dental assistant working with Dr. J.R. Hester for many years. She is preceded in death by her daughter, Hope Donaldson de Vries; her parents, Gordon and Agnes Perry; siblings, Ione Perry, Florence Beck, Athlynne Teichert, Eldon Perry and Robert Perry.
She is survived by daughters, Holly Hale, Carolyn Saunders Merritt, Melissa Boye (Chris), and son-in-law, Frank de Vries; five grandchildren, Megan Pappas (Mark), Mitchell Merritt, Kaitlyn Boye, Madalyn Boye and Mason Boye. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Elsie is deeply missed and loved. Christmas won't be the same without her. For the past nine years she's been a part of my life and I cherish all the laughs we shared. RIP Grandma, I love you.
- Mark Pappas, Columbia, SC
Holly, Carolyn, Missy, and families, We rejoice in knowing that Hilda is in the arms of her loving Savior. We wish we could be there with you today. Our prayers are with you for strength and comfort. Mama was a special lady and we loved her very much.... Jesus said, "These things I have spoken unto you, that in me you might have peace. In the world you shall have tribulation, but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world." John 16:33
- Barbara Undseth and Sonia Undseth, Kernersville, NC
May God Continue to give y'all family his Strength during this time Of bereavement . HWLC & Staff
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Remember Mrs. Donaldson as a very sweet lady and mother. Grew up playing with Hope and Holly. Will remember your family in my prayers.
- Mary LAMB Bradshaw, Moncks Corner, SC
Holly,Carolyn,and Melissa I am grateful for the care each of you gave your mother these last few years. Each of you were very special daughter's to her. She was a very special person to me. I will keep you all in my prayers. Love Diane.
- Diane Seckinger Eason, Savannah , GA
Holly,Carolyn,and Melissa I am grateful for the care each of you gave your mother these last few years. Each of you were very special daughter's to her. She was a very special person to me. I will keep you all in my prayers. Love Diane.
- Diane Seckinger Eason, Savannah , GA
To the Donaldson family just sending my sincerest condolences to your family during this difficult time. Although I didn't personally know Mrs.Elise as a Dental Assistant myself I know she had to have been a hard worker! She looks like she had a kind face and warm smile. Often times when difficult things arise such as these I have always found Revelation 21:3,4 to be very comforting there it offers a message of hope in that one day the painful things humans suffer with will no longer exist and be permanently eliminated. No pain, sickness, sorrow even tears will be a thing of the past! In addition to the opportunity to be reunited with our loved ones who have passed away onto a beautiful paradise earth John 5:28,29 Psalms 37:10,11. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and I pray that these scriptures bring you a small measure of solace during his difficult time.
- J.Goodman, Washington , DC
im so sorry to hear about your mother - i know she meant the world too you and will be truly missed - on behalf of me and debbie woodcock and our family we will keep you and your family in our prayers and if you need anything please give me a call - God bless
- christopher jackson, savannah , ga
Dear Missy and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that I will be praying for you all. Love, Genn
- Gennifer Deibler, State College, PA
God Bless you and all your family. Your mom was blessed to have you all by her side. Prayers for comfort. The Dugger Family. Cape Coral, FL
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To the entire family, my thoughts and prayers go out to each of you. I have many wonderful memories of this sweet lady because of my dear childhood friend, Missy. Missy, I want you to know that I am truly blessed because of your beautiful Mother I have a wonderful, forever friend like you. If you need anything, I am here for you. Thank you for sharing your Mother with us. Again, my prayers go out for each and every one. May God bless and comfort you as only He can.
- JulieAnn Sturgess , Savannah , Ga
All of you are being prayed for sincerely and earnestly, not only by our family, but also our church family as well. Thank you for setting a loving example to all of how our loved ones should be lovingly, sacrificially cared for all the way to the end. John 11:25-"Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live" With our loving prayers, Loui and Kathy Pappas and Family
- The Pappas', Columbia, SC
We are thinking of all of you. And we'll celebrate Aunt Hilda and her life with you in spirit Sunday and Monday. We are so sad. Much love, Gayl and Ernie
- Gayl Teichert & Ernie Franceschi, Missoula,, Mt
We were just talking about Elsie yesterday and wondering how she was doing. You are in our thoughts and praayers.
- SALLY & SHERREE ERNST, SAVANNAH,
Elsie is deeply missed and loved. Christmas won't be the same without her. For the past nine years she's been a part of my life and I cherish all the laughs we shared. RIP Grandma, I love you.
- Mark Pappas, Columbia, SC
Holly, Carolyn, Missy, and families, We rejoice in knowing that Hilda is in the arms of her loving Savior. We wish we could be there with you today. Our prayers are with you for strength and comfort. Mama was a special lady and we loved her very much.... Jesus said, "These things I have spoken unto you, that in me you might have peace. In the world you shall have tribulation, but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world." John 16:33
- Barbara Undseth and Sonia Undseth, Kernersville, NC
May God Continue to give y'all family his Strength during this time Of bereavement . HWLC & Staff
- , ,
Remember Mrs. Donaldson as a very sweet lady and mother. Grew up playing with Hope and Holly. Will remember your family in my prayers.
- Mary LAMB Bradshaw, Moncks Corner, SC
Holly,Carolyn,and Melissa I am grateful for the care each of you gave your mother these last few years. Each of you were very special daughter's to her. She was a very special person to me. I will keep you all in my prayers. Love Diane.
- Diane Seckinger Eason, Savannah , GA
Holly,Carolyn,and Melissa I am grateful for the care each of you gave your mother these last few years. Each of you were very special daughter's to her. She was a very special person to me. I will keep you all in my prayers. Love Diane.
- Diane Seckinger Eason, Savannah , GA
To the Donaldson family just sending my sincerest condolences to your family during this difficult time. Although I didn't personally know Mrs.Elise as a Dental Assistant myself I know she had to have been a hard worker! She looks like she had a kind face and warm smile. Often times when difficult things arise such as these I have always found Revelation 21:3,4 to be very comforting there it offers a message of hope in that one day the painful things humans suffer with will no longer exist and be permanently eliminated. No pain, sickness, sorrow even tears will be a thing of the past! In addition to the opportunity to be reunited with our loved ones who have passed away onto a beautiful paradise earth John 5:28,29 Psalms 37:10,11. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and I pray that these scriptures bring you a small measure of solace during his difficult time.
- J.Goodman, Washington , DC
im so sorry to hear about your mother - i know she meant the world too you and will be truly missed - on behalf of me and debbie woodcock and our family we will keep you and your family in our prayers and if you need anything please give me a call - God bless
- christopher jackson, savannah , ga
Dear Missy and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that I will be praying for you all. Love, Genn
- Gennifer Deibler, State College, PA
God Bless you and all your family. Your mom was blessed to have you all by her side. Prayers for comfort. The Dugger Family. Cape Coral, FL
- , ,
To the entire family, my thoughts and prayers go out to each of you. I have many wonderful memories of this sweet lady because of my dear childhood friend, Missy. Missy, I want you to know that I am truly blessed because of your beautiful Mother I have a wonderful, forever friend like you. If you need anything, I am here for you. Thank you for sharing your Mother with us. Again, my prayers go out for each and every one. May God bless and comfort you as only He can.
- JulieAnn Sturgess , Savannah , Ga
All of you are being prayed for sincerely and earnestly, not only by our family, but also our church family as well. Thank you for setting a loving example to all of how our loved ones should be lovingly, sacrificially cared for all the way to the end. John 11:25-"Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live" With our loving prayers, Loui and Kathy Pappas and Family
- The Pappas', Columbia, SC
We are thinking of all of you. And we'll celebrate Aunt Hilda and her life with you in spirit Sunday and Monday. We are so sad. Much love, Gayl and Ernie
- Gayl Teichert & Ernie Franceschi, Missoula,, Mt
We were just talking about Elsie yesterday and wondering how she was doing. You are in our thoughts and praayers.
- SALLY & SHERREE ERNST, SAVANNAH,
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200

