Celebrating the life of
Timothy Mark Athey
January 07, 1948 - October 02, 2016
SAVANNAH – After courageously battling a brain tumor for over fifteen years, Tim left his dearly beloved wife and a legion of loving friends, honorably surrendering himself unto the peaceful arms of the Lord. He left this life on October 2, 2016. Tim was at home in the care of his wife and Hospice Savannah’s Angels on Earth.
Tim was born in Coshocton, Ohio, on January 7, 1948, and grew up in Newark, Ohio. He spent the majority of his life in the Midwest and Florida, enjoying the last ten years of his life in Savannah, Georgia.
Tim graduated from The Ohio State University, a devoted Buckeye fan. He proudly served in the United States Navy in Naval Aviation, attached to the USS Coral Sea and the USS John F. Kennedy. During the Vietnam War, he flew F4 and F14 aircrafts, earning his call sign “Heater.”
After holding positions with national logistics firms, he founded Athey and Associates, a consulting practice specializing in logistics and supply chain management, advising distributors for international retail chains.
Tim was a member of the Skidaway Presbyterian Church and the Kiwanis Club. In his retirement, he became a free lance writer.
Surviving are his wife, Marilyn, and Sophie and Savannah, their Labrador Retrievers who never left Tim’s side.
The Memorial Service will be held on January 7, 2017, at 2:00 p.m. at Skidaway Presbyterian Church, 50 Diamond Causeway, Savannah, Georgia 31411.
The family suggests that any remembrances be made in his name to Hospice Savannah, P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416.
Tim will be remembered for his passion for life, his spirit for creating fun for all, and his devotion to his faith and his wife.
The twinkle in his eyes and his infectious smile will be missed by all whose lives he touched.
Please sign our on-line guest book at www.foxandweeks.com
Marilyn, I am so sorry to learn of the passing of Tim. While It has been many years since we were all together and I wanted you to know that you and Tim have always been on my mind. Your in my thoughts and prayers. Joel
- Joel Wilson, Mandeville , La
The twinkle in his eye, his passion for life and his love for his wife, I do remember. Always in our hearts, dear Marilyn.
- Monica and Gary Hughes , Savannah, GA
So sad to hear that our Good Buddy Tim had left us. Such a great energetic friend! We were so fortunate to have met y'all and always enjoyed our visits. Thanx for the great memories and stories. Wish we had had the time to take you up on your offer to write the Book on our rock life. You will always be in our hearts. So sorry Marilyn. Hope to see you soon. Bob & Terry
- Bob & Terry Hall - the Born Bros., Savannah, Ga
Buckeye heaven just got its best recruit. RIP, Tim
- Eric Hobday, Savannah, Ga
You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God walk with you and hold you close in your loss. I am here if you need me.
- T j Harmon, Rincon,
Marilyn, We were so deeply sorry to hear about Tim's passing. You will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Sincerely,
- Kim & Dave Davenport, Chicago, IL
Marilyn, I am so sorry to learn of the passing of Tim. While It has been many years since we were all together and I wanted you to know that you and Tim have always been on my mind. Your in my thoughts and prayers. Joel
- Joel Wilson, Mandeville , La
The twinkle in his eye, his passion for life and his love for his wife, I do remember. Always in our hearts, dear Marilyn.
- Monica and Gary Hughes , Savannah, GA
So sad to hear that our Good Buddy Tim had left us. Such a great energetic friend! We were so fortunate to have met y'all and always enjoyed our visits. Thanx for the great memories and stories. Wish we had had the time to take you up on your offer to write the Book on our rock life. You will always be in our hearts. So sorry Marilyn. Hope to see you soon. Bob & Terry
- Bob & Terry Hall - the Born Bros., Savannah, Ga
Buckeye heaven just got its best recruit. RIP, Tim
- Eric Hobday, Savannah, Ga
You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God walk with you and hold you close in your loss. I am here if you need me.
- T j Harmon, Rincon,
Marilyn, We were so deeply sorry to hear about Tim's passing. You will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Sincerely,
- Kim & Dave Davenport, Chicago, IL
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
