Shirley Ann Cogdell

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Celebrating the life of
Shirley Ann CogdellFebruary 03, 1923 - January 05, 2016

Shirley Anita Torbert Cogdell, 92, died Tuesday, January 5, 2016, under the care of Hospice Savannah. Mrs. Cogdell was born in Society Hill, AL on February 3, 1923, the daughter of the late John Floyd and Ada Jennings Cline Torbert. Mrs. Cogdell was a longtime member of Grace United Methodist Church, where she served as a children’s Sunday School teacher for several years as well as a co-founder and teacher of the Spiritual Seekers Sunday School Class. With her love of crafts, she was a vital contributor to the annual Grace Fall Festival. She was a member and president of the Kensington Park Garden Club; a member of the Railway Ladies Society; and a lifetime blood donor to the Red Cross. Her interests included bridge, swimming and working in her yard. She was a loving and involved grandmother, who dedicated her life to caring for and supporting her grandchildren. Throughout her life, she had a heart that was large enough to include any person who needed a little extra love and encouragement.

Mrs. Cogdell was preceded in death by her husband of 71 years, W. Donald Cogdell, Sr., her parents and her sister, Gloria Jean Torbert Dean. She is survived by her son, W. Donald Cogdell, Jr. (Barbara); daughter, Shirley Coling (Kathi Pierce); four grandchildren, Wendy Coling, MD (Michael Klinge), Michael Coling (Melissa), Annie Cogdell and Caity Cogdell; two step-grandchildren, Karen Pierce Clark and Becky Pierce; and six great-grandchildren - Abby, Adam and Amanda Klinge as well as William, Wyatt and Warren Coling. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, January 16, at Grace United Methodist Church, followed by a visitation reception in the Social Hall. Remembrances may be made to Grace United Methodist Church, Wesley Community Center, the Second Harvest and the Salvation Army.

Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel

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We have such fond memories of Shirley and her husband--truly great-hearted people, generous, kind, and joyful. Our thoughts are with you.

- Linda and William Dean, Auburn, AL

Shirley, so sorry for your loss. We love you and wish God's blessings to you.

- Jane & Jeanne Bennett-Bailey, Fairfax, VA

Don/Barbara - I am so sorry for your loss - My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. Robin

- Robin McAuley, Savannah, GA

Have very fond memories of both Mr. & Mrs. Gogdell living at Rivers Edge. Back in the beginning of our neighborhood I did most of the maintenance on our entry gates. They would hear me out there and bring me a glass of water and or a soft drink and hang out with me for a few minutes while I tried to get the gates working again. Mrs. Gogdell told me one time Jamie you'll never get that put back together "referencing the gate gears" I told her your more than likely right but I am gonna give it a my best. The Gogdells hold a very special place in my heart. God has taken Mrs Gogdell home to be beside Mr, Gogdell, two wonderful folks we will miss.

- Jamie Fields, Savannah, Ga

Don, So sorry to hear of your Mother's passing but knowing she is now resting in peace gives comfort.

- Sandra Bungerz, Mt. Pleasant, SC

Don, we are so sorry to hear about your mother. We will be thinking of you and please accept our sincere and heartfelt sympathy.

- Jerry & Ann Wilson, Savannah, GA

Rest in Peace Mrs. Cogdell. Your family loves you and will miss you.

- Joy and Timothy Fleming, Alexandria, VA