Celebrating the life of
Francis Lindsay Surrette
July 01, 1938 - November 21, 2015
SAVANNAH – CSM Francis L. Surrette, USA Ret., 77, died Saturday, November 21, 2015, in Savannah. The Haverhill, MA native had lived in Savannah since 1979. He retired as a Command Sargent Major in the United States Army in 1982 after 27 years of service.
Surviving are his wife, Chong Ae Surrette; his daughter, Suzanne Sjoquist (Bret); his son, Greg Surrette, Sr. (Joje); two step-daughters, Han Bul Surrette and Sun He Surrette; and two grandchildren, Greg, Jr. and James.
A Funeral Service will be held at 7:00 PM on Monday, November 23, 2015 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM.
The Interment, with full military honors, will be held at a later date at the Georgia Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Glennville, GA.
Please sign our on-line guest book at www.foxandweeks.com
To the only baby brother I'll ever have, God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be. So he put his arms around you and whispered " Come to Me".With tearful eyes we watched you and saw you pass away. Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating. hard working hands now rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, he only takes the best. I wish I could have been there, but we will have a glad reunion with Dad, Mom, Barb and Tony when your last words to me on the phone, "I'll see you soon" come to be. I could not have asked for a better brother and in case I didn't say thanks often enough while you were here,I'd like to say it one more time. I have been blessed to have you in my life. Chong Ae,Suzanne, Greg. Joji, Han, Sun Hee, Greg and James, be at peace because he is.He was a wonderful, caring, compassionate man.Your "OLDER" sister says thanks for the memories.
- Lorraine Bateman, Epping, , N.H.
Dearest Chong Au and Family I am saddened to hear about Frank's passing. I wish I could be there in person to see my favorite Uncle put to rest to tell him how I much he is loved by his Family and his Country. I speak from my heart when I say how special he is. God is watching over him now and I have no doubt he has a clear path to heaven. He will always have a special place in my our hearts, he was the glue that kept our family together, I pray that we live up to his example and that we carry on the tradition. I have many fond memories growing up, our visits were few and far between, but were filled with quality time as if no time had passed at all. I am comforted that he is reunited with my Dad in heaven watching over us giving us, giving us strength in the days ahead.. Love to you all. Deb (niece), Jon, Nicole, Luke and Emily Rieder
- Surrette/Rieder, Stratham, N.H.
My deepest sympathies to Chong Ae and family. I regarded Frank as a true friend of mine for many years. May God ease the pain and sorrow your family feels at this times.
- Christopher franklin, savannah, ga
May the God of all comfort be your strength during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. (Matthew 11:28)
- Danny & Angela Gibbs, Stockbridge, Ga
My condolences to the Surrette family for the loss of your dear loved one. During this most difficult time, may your hearts be comforted by Jehovah God's promise to swallow up death forever and to wipe away the tears from all faces(Isaiah 25:8).
- Thomas, Snellville, Ga.
To the only baby brother I'll ever have, God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be. So he put his arms around you and whispered " Come to Me".With tearful eyes we watched you and saw you pass away. Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating. hard working hands now rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, he only takes the best. I wish I could have been there, but we will have a glad reunion with Dad, Mom, Barb and Tony when your last words to me on the phone, "I'll see you soon" come to be. I could not have asked for a better brother and in case I didn't say thanks often enough while you were here,I'd like to say it one more time. I have been blessed to have you in my life. Chong Ae,Suzanne, Greg. Joji, Han, Sun Hee, Greg and James, be at peace because he is.He was a wonderful, caring, compassionate man.Your "OLDER" sister says thanks for the memories.
- Lorraine Bateman, Epping, , N.H.
Dearest Chong Au and Family I am saddened to hear about Frank's passing. I wish I could be there in person to see my favorite Uncle put to rest to tell him how I much he is loved by his Family and his Country. I speak from my heart when I say how special he is. God is watching over him now and I have no doubt he has a clear path to heaven. He will always have a special place in my our hearts, he was the glue that kept our family together, I pray that we live up to his example and that we carry on the tradition. I have many fond memories growing up, our visits were few and far between, but were filled with quality time as if no time had passed at all. I am comforted that he is reunited with my Dad in heaven watching over us giving us, giving us strength in the days ahead.. Love to you all. Deb (niece), Jon, Nicole, Luke and Emily Rieder
- Surrette/Rieder, Stratham, N.H.
My deepest sympathies to Chong Ae and family. I regarded Frank as a true friend of mine for many years. May God ease the pain and sorrow your family feels at this times.
- Christopher franklin, savannah, ga
May the God of all comfort be your strength during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. (Matthew 11:28)
- Danny & Angela Gibbs, Stockbridge, Ga
My condolences to the Surrette family for the loss of your dear loved one. During this most difficult time, may your hearts be comforted by Jehovah God's promise to swallow up death forever and to wipe away the tears from all faces(Isaiah 25:8).
- Thomas, Snellville, Ga.
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
