Celebrating the life of
Isabel Hansen Coons
July 25, 1909 - August 11, 2016
Savannah - Isabel H. Coons, 107, died Thursday, August 11 at Summer Breeze Senior Living Community under the care of Hospice Savannah, Inc. She was born in Sauk Centre, Minnesota and lived most of her life in Savannah. After attending nursing school at Abbott and Johns Hopkins, she married Carol W. Coons. They were married for over fifty years until his death in 1986. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Savannah.
Isabel is survived by her three daughters Marilyn Wilson (Harold) of Chester, MD; Joan Mahany (Joe) of Lexington, GA; Carol Dover (Frank) of Clarkesville, VA; and grandchildren Lee Slater, Grant Wilson, Joseph Mahany, Jr., Jeffrey Mahany, Win Morris, John Morris and thirteen great grandchildren.
The funeral service will be private.
The family would like to express their thanks to Summer Breeze and Hospice Savannah, Inc. for their excellent care and would suggest that any remembrances be sent to Hospice Savannah, Inc., P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416.
Tib was a life long friend, she was there in Greenville when I was born in 1940, and I have photos of Carol Jean holding me and also Maryland. My wife Nancy and I visited Tib one time in Savannah, she was a joy to know, and visit. Can not believe I didn't know of her passing in August or her age -- 107 is incredible. What a great lady she was.
- Dale Boozer, Columbia, SC
May the God of all comfort be with you and your famIly during this difficult time (2Cor1:3,4)
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My condolences to the Coons Family on the passing of your loved one . May Jehovah God grant you his peace while you await the fulfillment of his promise at John 5:28 [ to resurrect those who have been asleep in death]. May fond memories of Isabel linger in your hearts and bring you peace in the days to come
- Henry, Lawrenceville, GA
I have had your whole family in my prayers for many years. I am so sorry to read of your mother's passing and pray God will hold all of you close to His heart. I'd love to see or talk with all of you, if you have a minute to call me.With love and many fond memories. Carol
- Carol Dutton Giles, Savannah, Ga.
Mrs. Coons was one of Gordonston's most charming neighbors, and she will be fondly remembered by everyone who knew her. We used to walk our dogs past her house overlooking the park and would place her newspapers on her porch, saving her a few steps down the sidewalk. May she rest in sweet slumber.
- Charles and Julia Williams, Savannah , Georgia
joan and family. What a long and fruitful life. May she rest in peace. Thinking about Yall God Bless You All
- harriet & Joe ebberwein, ,
Dear Joan and Joe and Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Emily Garrard
- Emily Garrard, Savannah, GA
Will be sadly missed neighbor,several years ago Ms coons was putting out trash in her yard and told me she would love to be 90 again.So sorry for your loss.
- Ian Elliott, Savannah, Ga
Dear Joan,Marilyn and Carol.We send our sympathy on the passing of your Mother.We are amazed at her long life and the zest she had for so many years.You will miss her,but remember all of the happy times.
- Tom and Judy Mahoney, Savannah, Georgia
Tib was a life long friend, she was there in Greenville when I was born in 1940, and I have photos of Carol Jean holding me and also Maryland. My wife Nancy and I visited Tib one time in Savannah, she was a joy to know, and visit. Can not believe I didn't know of her passing in August or her age -- 107 is incredible. What a great lady she was.
- Dale Boozer, Columbia, SC
May the God of all comfort be with you and your famIly during this difficult time (2Cor1:3,4)
- , ,
My condolences to the Coons Family on the passing of your loved one . May Jehovah God grant you his peace while you await the fulfillment of his promise at John 5:28 [ to resurrect those who have been asleep in death]. May fond memories of Isabel linger in your hearts and bring you peace in the days to come
- Henry, Lawrenceville, GA
I have had your whole family in my prayers for many years. I am so sorry to read of your mother's passing and pray God will hold all of you close to His heart. I'd love to see or talk with all of you, if you have a minute to call me.With love and many fond memories. Carol
- Carol Dutton Giles, Savannah, Ga.
Mrs. Coons was one of Gordonston's most charming neighbors, and she will be fondly remembered by everyone who knew her. We used to walk our dogs past her house overlooking the park and would place her newspapers on her porch, saving her a few steps down the sidewalk. May she rest in sweet slumber.
- Charles and Julia Williams, Savannah , Georgia
joan and family. What a long and fruitful life. May she rest in peace. Thinking about Yall God Bless You All
- harriet & Joe ebberwein, ,
Dear Joan and Joe and Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Emily Garrard
- Emily Garrard, Savannah, GA
Will be sadly missed neighbor,several years ago Ms coons was putting out trash in her yard and told me she would love to be 90 again.So sorry for your loss.
- Ian Elliott, Savannah, Ga
Dear Joan,Marilyn and Carol.We send our sympathy on the passing of your Mother.We are amazed at her long life and the zest she had for so many years.You will miss her,but remember all of the happy times.
- Tom and Judy Mahoney, Savannah, Georgia
I was very sorry to have just learned of Ms Coons passing. I have a picture that my grandmother gave me that was painted by Ms Coons. My grandmother was Alice Sheppard and she lived on Kenzie Avenue, right around the corner from your mom. I remember going to your moms house quite a few times with my grandmother. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers..
- Susan Sheppard …Alice Sheppard’s granddaughter , Savannah , Ga
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
