Celebrating the life of
William S. Willingham
December 18, 1930 - June 27, 2016
Savannah- William Shelverton Willingham, Sr., age 85, passed away on June 27, 2016, at Hospice Savannah. He was born in Atlanta, Georgia on December 18, 1930, to Harry Eugene and Grace Willingham. He graduated from Florida Military Academy in 1949 and joined the U.S Army, serving as Staff Sergeant in Fort Jackson, S.C. In 1951, he married MarCelene Cumming and they began their married life in Savannah, Georgia. He spent his working career in sales, the last 28 years before retirement as a moving consultant. He was an active member of St John's Episcopal Church. Bill was a kind and loving father and grandfather and he will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him. He loved working in his yard and always kept a beautiful lawn. Bill was a master wood craftsman who built many structures and decorative items. His family, friends, and church all received the benefits of this God-given talent and he passed it along to his children and grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Harry Eugene Willingham, and his sister, Peggy Wetherington. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, MarCelene Willingham; his sons, William Shelverton Willingham, Jr. (Gwen) of Marianna, Florida, and Britt Charles Willingham of Savannah; four grandchildren, Lee Willingham (Leigh) of Gulf Breeze, FL, Britt Dallas Willingham of Atlanta, GA, Lindsey Elizabeth Willingham of Atlanta, and Britt Charles Willlingham, Jr. of Charleston, SC; one great granddaughter, Harbor Emily Willingham of Gulf Breeze, FL; several nieces and nephews; and his special four-legged buddy, Paco. Visitation will be held at Wednesday, June 29, 5-7 p.m. at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. Graveside burial services will be held at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens on Thursday, June 30 at 2:00 p.m., with Father Craig O'Brien presiding.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice Savannah, PO Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416 or the Humane Society for Greater Savannah, 7215 Sallie Mood Dr., Savannah, GA 31406.
Britt and family, Please accept our deepest sympathy and prayers for you and your family. We are very sorry for the loss of your Father. Jimmy and Connie Deal
- Jimmy and Connie Deal, Savannah, GA
To the Willigham family: I am sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing that "Jehovah is close to the brokenhearted; He saves those who are crushed in spirit." (Psalm 34:18) Give Paco a scratch from me too. With sympathy.
- N. Gaines, Huntsville, AL
MarCelene. I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was such a fine person and a friend to so many. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during such a difficult time.
- Vickie Harris Gale, Savannah , Ga
My sincere condolences to the Willingham Family on the passing of your dear loved one. May Jehovah God, the God of comfort 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 William linger in your hearts and bring you peace in the days to come.
- Henry, Lawrenceville, GA
My dear MarCelene I am so sorry to read of Bills passing. He was one true gentleman to everyone he met. If I can do anything at all please let me know. Love and prayers for you and the family
- Leslie Prouty, Savannah, Ga
Britt and family, Please accept our deepest sympathy and prayers for you and your family. We are very sorry for the loss of your Father. Jimmy and Connie Deal
- Jimmy and Connie Deal, Savannah, GA
To the Willigham family: I am sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing that "Jehovah is close to the brokenhearted; He saves those who are crushed in spirit." (Psalm 34:18) Give Paco a scratch from me too. With sympathy.
- N. Gaines, Huntsville, AL
MarCelene. I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was such a fine person and a friend to so many. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during such a difficult time.
- Vickie Harris Gale, Savannah , Ga
My sincere condolences to the Willingham Family on the passing of your dear loved one. May Jehovah God, the God of comfort 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 William linger in your hearts and bring you peace in the days to come.
- Henry, Lawrenceville, GA
My dear MarCelene I am so sorry to read of Bills passing. He was one true gentleman to everyone he met. If I can do anything at all please let me know. Love and prayers for you and the family
- Leslie Prouty, Savannah, Ga
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
