Celebrating the life of
Sebastian Joseph "Poppa" Orsini
October 24, 1916 - November 08, 2016
Sebastian Joseph Orsini (Poppa), passed away on November 8, 2016 at the age of 100. He was born in Savannah, attended Benedictine, and graduated from the University of Georgia.
It was with much pride that he claimed the title of "oldest living B.C. Cadet," having graduated with the class of 1934.
He and his wife, Emma Badgett Orsini, were also named "the longest married couple in the Diocese of Savannah," for their 75 years together.
A veteran of the Army Air Corps, after World War II, he spent several years teaching and coaching and worked with the DuPont Company until his retirement. In 1980, he and Emma moved to Tybee Island where he was Mayor pro-tem from 1988 until 1993.
He was a charter member of the Islands Knights of Columbus Council #10579, communicant of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church, and was a 4th Degree Knight.
Surviving him are his five children, Carmela (Sanders), Phil, Margie (Kelly), Mike and Tony. He was boastful of his 13 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren, and 4 great-great grandchildren. His family celebrated his life and 100th birthday in October.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Friday, November 11, 2016 at St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, November 12, 2016 at St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church.
Interment will follow in Bonaventure Cemetery.
Remembrances: Benedictine Military School, 6502 Seawright Dr., Savannah, GA 31406.
Dear Carmela, Phil, Margie, Mike, and Tony, as well as the entire family, I am so very sorry to hear of Uncle Tony's passing. In some ways, it seems like just yesterday that, as the patriarch of your wonderful family, he welcomed me with open loving arms, in spite of me being, as he fondly put it in his jovial manner, a Yankee. :-) In actuality, that was more than 23 years ago and my affection for him and y'all have only grown with time. I am saddened that I wasn't feeling well enough to make the trip to joyfully mark his 100th birthday with everyone just a few short weeks ago. However, I take heart that Evelyn was able to attend with the girls and give him my best wishes, love, and gratitude, such that he knew how I felt about him. He will be missed, but may his soul rest in peace and may you find comfort in that. With sorrow that I can't be with y'all to grieve this loss by celebrating his life, but with love and sympathy from afar nonetheless, Keith
- Keith Contre, Raleigh, NC
WE WILL MISS HIM SO!
- WICKLIFFE, ATLANTA, GA
Our love and prayers are with you all. His influence in our lives will continue on. We cherish celebrating with him last month for his 100th birthday! Love you, Uncle Tony!
- Evelyn and Trippe Jones, Eatonton, Ga
my prayers are with the whole family myrl smith moneyhan
- smith, savannah, ga
We were very saddened to hear of Poppa's passing. We are praying for the Orsini family during this time of grief. "May the peace of God which passes all understanding guard your heart and mind in Christ Jesus." Steve and Luanne Trehern
- Trehern, Kennesaw, GA
Dear Carmela, Phil, Margie, Mike, and Tony, as well as the entire family, I am so very sorry to hear of Uncle Tony's passing. In some ways, it seems like just yesterday that, as the patriarch of your wonderful family, he welcomed me with open loving arms, in spite of me being, as he fondly put it in his jovial manner, a Yankee. :-) In actuality, that was more than 23 years ago and my affection for him and y'all have only grown with time. I am saddened that I wasn't feeling well enough to make the trip to joyfully mark his 100th birthday with everyone just a few short weeks ago. However, I take heart that Evelyn was able to attend with the girls and give him my best wishes, love, and gratitude, such that he knew how I felt about him. He will be missed, but may his soul rest in peace and may you find comfort in that. With sorrow that I can't be with y'all to grieve this loss by celebrating his life, but with love and sympathy from afar nonetheless, Keith
- Keith Contre, Raleigh, NC
WE WILL MISS HIM SO!
- WICKLIFFE, ATLANTA, GA
Our love and prayers are with you all. His influence in our lives will continue on. We cherish celebrating with him last month for his 100th birthday! Love you, Uncle Tony!
- Evelyn and Trippe Jones, Eatonton, Ga
my prayers are with the whole family myrl smith moneyhan
- smith, savannah, ga
We were very saddened to hear of Poppa's passing. We are praying for the Orsini family during this time of grief. "May the peace of God which passes all understanding guard your heart and mind in Christ Jesus." Steve and Luanne Trehern
- Trehern, Kennesaw, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
