Celebrating the life of
George Carson Waters
December 31, 1936 - November 13, 2015
George Carson Waters, 78 of Peachtree City, formerly of Savannah, Georgia went to be with his Lord and Savior, surrounded by his loving family, on November 13, 2015. He was born on December 31, 1936 and raised in Savannah, Georgia, the city he loved. He graduated from Commercial High School in 1956 and also graduated from St. Leo College. Afterwards, he proudly served in the United States Navy. While in the Navy, he met and married the love of his life, Rita Bartley. They enjoyed a long, happy marriage of 55 years and had two beautiful children.
He was a dedicated civil servant for many years at Hunter Army Airfield and also a communicant of St. James Catholic Church.
He loved the salt air and delighted in being on the water, boating with his family. He also enjoyed many Intracoastal Waterway boat trips with his brothers. Always a smile on his face despite any adversity, he was a very kind, generous gentleman of a man who loved his family deeply. He was known for having a keen sense of humor.
George enjoyed his membership with the Elks Club for many years and was a member of American Legion Post 184. He was also volunteer fireman, with his son and daughter, at Montgomery Fire station while living on Burnside Island in Savannah.
He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend. He was preceded in death by his son, Michael Carson Waters, brothers Robert Edward Waters and Thomas Julian Waters and his parents, Edwin Henry Waters and Dorothy Crawford Waters.
He leaves to cherish his memory, his beloved wife, Rita Bartley Waters; daughter, Susan Waters Adcox and her husband Dr. Bill Adcox; five grandchildren, Alex, Andrew, Mary Katherine, Matthew Adcox and Carson Waters; sister Evelyn French (Norman); brother Doty Waters (Nita); sister-in- laws Ouida Waters and Cecile Waters. He is fondly remembered by a plethora of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 17, 2015, at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel, Savannah, GA from 4pm-6pm with 6pm Rosary Service. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11am Wednesday, November 18, 2015, at St. James Catholic Church on Montgomery Crossroads with interment to follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, please remember the Elks Club, Shepherd Center Foundation or the charity of your choice.
Dear Susan and family, We are sorry to hear about your father's passing; however, we know he is healed and in a better place. What a sweet man he was. You are all in our prayers.
- Beverly, Melanie, Baylor and Scout Harris, Peachtree City, GA
Dear Rita, Susan amd Bill. My heart aches for your loss. George was one of my favorite people. He was always so kind to me as was the rest of your family. You will always be family to me despite Michael's absence. I have you in my prayers as you say goodbye to your husband and Daddy. I am sorry I cannot be there too. I will hold fond memories of his sweet smile close. My deepest sympathy to you! I love you all. Suzanne
- Suzanne Dillon Marx, Yukon, OK
Rita, Susan and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. George was a wonderful man full of fun and joy. He will be missed by all who knew him. We love you Mike and Ann
- Mike and Ann Gazell, Canton, Ga
My thoughts and prayers are with you. My deepest sympathy
- Tim Norris, Canton, GA
There could never be a kinder or more gentle man than George Waters. Regardless of his pain and discomfort, he had a beautiful smile and a kind word for everyone. Rita, Susan, and all of our Family, my most heartfelt condolences. George will be sorely missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with you every minute. I love you. Rebecca
- Rebecca Martin Duff, Marietta , Ga
Dear Susan and family, We are sorry to hear about your father's passing; however, we know he is healed and in a better place. What a sweet man he was. You are all in our prayers.
- Beverly, Melanie, Baylor and Scout Harris, Peachtree City, GA
Dear Rita, Susan amd Bill. My heart aches for your loss. George was one of my favorite people. He was always so kind to me as was the rest of your family. You will always be family to me despite Michael's absence. I have you in my prayers as you say goodbye to your husband and Daddy. I am sorry I cannot be there too. I will hold fond memories of his sweet smile close. My deepest sympathy to you! I love you all. Suzanne
- Suzanne Dillon Marx, Yukon, OK
Rita, Susan and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. George was a wonderful man full of fun and joy. He will be missed by all who knew him. We love you Mike and Ann
- Mike and Ann Gazell, Canton, Ga
My thoughts and prayers are with you. My deepest sympathy
- Tim Norris, Canton, GA
There could never be a kinder or more gentle man than George Waters. Regardless of his pain and discomfort, he had a beautiful smile and a kind word for everyone. Rita, Susan, and all of our Family, my most heartfelt condolences. George will be sorely missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with you every minute. I love you. Rebecca
- Rebecca Martin Duff, Marietta , Ga
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
