Celebrating the life of
Ellen Rose Hurst Woodside
July 15, 1935 - July 22, 2016
Ellen Rose Hurst Woodside, 81, died Friday, July 22, 2016 at her residence. She was born in Savannah, daughter of Jackson and Mary Becker Hurst. Mrs. Woodside lived in Savannah all of her life and was a graduate of Commercial High School. She was a lifelong homemaker and an avid bridge player. Mrs. Woodside volunteered for several area hospitals including the Ronald McDonald House and was a communicant of St. James Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Scott Woodside and son, John Stewart Robertson.
Surviving are her children, James F. Robertson, Jr., Jackson H. Robertson, Sr., Therese E. Robertson; grandchildren, Jackson H. Robertson, Jr., Connor L. Robertson, Jason M. Hardin; brother, Jackson I. Hurst, Jr.; sister, Elizabeth A. Hurst; stepsons, Scott Woodside, Wayne Woodside and other step grandchildren.
Memorial visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m., Thursday, July 28, 2016 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel with a Rosary Service at 6:30 p.m.
The Memorial Mass will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, July 29, 2016 at St. James Catholic Church.
Inurnment will follow in Forest Lawn Memory Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Carmelite Monastery, 11 W. Back St., Savannah, GA 31419 or the Ronald McDonald House, 4710 Waters Ave., Savannah, GA 31404.
May the God of all comfort be with you and your famIly during this difficult time (2Cor1:3,4)
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Our sincere sympathy to Ellen's family. We are both sad and surprised to hear of Ellen's death. Our last Sunday to play bridge in Savannah, she was there being her normal gracious and loving self, so glad we had that time to spend with her! Ellen will be missed by us and all the lives she touched. In our thoughts & prayers, Marie & Gunnar Sarsten
- Marie & Gunnar Sarsten, Richmond Hill, GA
Lou and Jack, we are so sorry for your loss. All our love and prayers are with both of you.
- Jeff and Stacey Mell, Savannah, Ga.
I spoke to my cousin Ellen Rose a few weeks ago and she did what she always did. She said, "Tell me what's going on with everybody" ( all my 8 sisters and brothers, their wives, husband's and children). And she saw us and spoke to us just enough to know who everybody was. Amazing, because we can't always keep each other straight. Before my parents passed away she spoke to my daddy quite often, so I guess since I was the oldest I was in charge of reporting everything about everybody. No worries. I loved Ellen Rose very much and loved that job. I loved hearing about her children and grandchildren too. The happy times and the sad times. I'm going to miss her greatly.
- Mary Ann Becker Jeffers, Pooler, Ga
I enjoyed doing Ellen''s hair.She loved talking about her children and grandchildren.We would keep each other updated on mutual friends,especially bridge friends.We will miss her deeply at Images Hair Salon
- Debbie Peckeroff , Savannah , Georgia
Therese. My condolences to you and your family. May you find peace in memories.
- Sandra Piper, ,
A friendly kind lady. She will be missed at the bridge center.
- Lilian Stoltzman, Savannah, Ga
Ellen was a delightful person. Very positive and proud of family especially of her grandson. We will miss her and keep her I our prayers .' Yvonne & Renier van Tuyn
- J Renier & Yvonne van Tuyn, Savannah, Ga.
I still. Have our 6th Grade Class Picture taken at 37th Street School Savannah,Ga. I moved to California in 1954 and did not see her again for Many Years But I did see her on River Street years. Later and she was still her Beautiful self. I knew her at First Sight after almost 40 years. She will be missed by all who knew her. My deepest Sympathy to her Family. Love, Mary Kathryn
- Mary Kathryn Strickland / Korinek, Charleston , SC
We were so shocked to hear about Ellen's passing. We regularly played bridge with her at the bridge center on Ferguson and won a tournament with her and John Steeves several years ago. She was a loving and generous person and we will sorely miss her. Our prayers are with her family. God Bless, Caroline & Henk
- Caroline & Henk Baaij, Savannah, GA
I read the obituary about the loss of your loved one and I extend my sincere condolences. At this time you are feeling an unbearable pain, and experiencing a great loss. Psalms 46:1 says, “God is our refuge and strength, a help that is readily found in times of distress.” He will help you get through this difficult time. (Isaiah 41:10) I hope this brief Bible message has brought you a measure of comfort during this difficult time.
- Williams Family, ,
Ellen and I were childhood friends when we both lived on 31st at Jefferson Streets. I'm so sorry to hear of her passing. My love and prayers go out to the family members at this sad time.
- Grace Edenfield Arnold, Savannah, GA
So sorry to learn of Ellen's passing, may God give you the comfort only He can give. This is such a surprise, Ellen and I had been close but had lost touch in the last couple of years. We are first cousins and always cared deeply for each other.
- Sara Hurst Reynolds, Jesup, Ga
Our hearts go out to your family. She was a close friend of our family, and we loved her dearly. We will miss her. We will pray for all of you in this sad time.
- Nancy and Stephen Remler, Davis and Lawson, Savannah, GA
My condolences to the Woodside 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 Ellen Rose linger in your hearts and bring you peace in the days to come.
- Henry, Lawrenceville , GA
My heart goes out to all of you on the loss of your mother. Having known her my whole life, I too am in mourning. Please know that you are in my thoughts and if I can do anything please let me know. Thoughts and prayers to all of you.
- Sherri Burnsed Connolly, Savannah, Georgia
May the God of all comfort be with you and your famIly during this difficult time (2Cor1:3,4)
- , ,
Our sincere sympathy to Ellen's family. We are both sad and surprised to hear of Ellen's death. Our last Sunday to play bridge in Savannah, she was there being her normal gracious and loving self, so glad we had that time to spend with her! Ellen will be missed by us and all the lives she touched. In our thoughts & prayers, Marie & Gunnar Sarsten
- Marie & Gunnar Sarsten, Richmond Hill, GA
Lou and Jack, we are so sorry for your loss. All our love and prayers are with both of you.
- Jeff and Stacey Mell, Savannah, Ga.
I spoke to my cousin Ellen Rose a few weeks ago and she did what she always did. She said, "Tell me what's going on with everybody" ( all my 8 sisters and brothers, their wives, husband's and children). And she saw us and spoke to us just enough to know who everybody was. Amazing, because we can't always keep each other straight. Before my parents passed away she spoke to my daddy quite often, so I guess since I was the oldest I was in charge of reporting everything about everybody. No worries. I loved Ellen Rose very much and loved that job. I loved hearing about her children and grandchildren too. The happy times and the sad times. I'm going to miss her greatly.
- Mary Ann Becker Jeffers, Pooler, Ga
I enjoyed doing Ellen''s hair.She loved talking about her children and grandchildren.We would keep each other updated on mutual friends,especially bridge friends.We will miss her deeply at Images Hair Salon
- Debbie Peckeroff , Savannah , Georgia
Therese. My condolences to you and your family. May you find peace in memories.
- Sandra Piper, ,
A friendly kind lady. She will be missed at the bridge center.
- Lilian Stoltzman, Savannah, Ga
Ellen was a delightful person. Very positive and proud of family especially of her grandson. We will miss her and keep her I our prayers .' Yvonne & Renier van Tuyn
- J Renier & Yvonne van Tuyn, Savannah, Ga.
I still. Have our 6th Grade Class Picture taken at 37th Street School Savannah,Ga. I moved to California in 1954 and did not see her again for Many Years But I did see her on River Street years. Later and she was still her Beautiful self. I knew her at First Sight after almost 40 years. She will be missed by all who knew her. My deepest Sympathy to her Family. Love, Mary Kathryn
- Mary Kathryn Strickland / Korinek, Charleston , SC
We were so shocked to hear about Ellen's passing. We regularly played bridge with her at the bridge center on Ferguson and won a tournament with her and John Steeves several years ago. She was a loving and generous person and we will sorely miss her. Our prayers are with her family. God Bless, Caroline & Henk
- Caroline & Henk Baaij, Savannah, GA
I read the obituary about the loss of your loved one and I extend my sincere condolences. At this time you are feeling an unbearable pain, and experiencing a great loss. Psalms 46:1 says, “God is our refuge and strength, a help that is readily found in times of distress.” He will help you get through this difficult time. (Isaiah 41:10) I hope this brief Bible message has brought you a measure of comfort during this difficult time.
- Williams Family, ,
Ellen and I were childhood friends when we both lived on 31st at Jefferson Streets. I'm so sorry to hear of her passing. My love and prayers go out to the family members at this sad time.
- Grace Edenfield Arnold, Savannah, GA
So sorry to learn of Ellen's passing, may God give you the comfort only He can give. This is such a surprise, Ellen and I had been close but had lost touch in the last couple of years. We are first cousins and always cared deeply for each other.
- Sara Hurst Reynolds, Jesup, Ga
Our hearts go out to your family. She was a close friend of our family, and we loved her dearly. We will miss her. We will pray for all of you in this sad time.
- Nancy and Stephen Remler, Davis and Lawson, Savannah, GA
My condolences to the Woodside 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 Ellen Rose linger in your hearts and bring you peace in the days to come.
- Henry, Lawrenceville , GA
My heart goes out to all of you on the loss of your mother. Having known her my whole life, I too am in mourning. Please know that you are in my thoughts and if I can do anything please let me know. Thoughts and prayers to all of you.
- Sherri Burnsed Connolly, Savannah, Georgia
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200

