Celebrating the life of
Albert Jones McRae III
February 16, 1947 - September 20, 2015
SAVANNAH - Albert Jones McRae III passed away peacefully on September 20, 2015 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Jacksonville, Florida on February 16, 1947, the only child of Albert Jones McRae II and Earlene Williams McRae. The family moved to Albany Georgia in 1951 and remained there for many years. Albert’s nick name was “Skip” and he went by that his entire life. He graduated from Albany High School in 1965 and went to college at Auburn University. He graduated with Bachelor’s degrees in Business Administration and Aviation Management in 1970 and 1971.
“Skip” went into the Hospital Financial Management arena and served for over 30 years in that capacity. While working for Hospital Corporation of America, he was the Regional Controller for the State of Florida overseeing the financial health of all HCA hospitals in the state. He served as the Vice President of Finance at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, GA from 1988 until 1991. He went onto serve in Financial Administration at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS and held positions in Tampa Florida and retired from The Regional Medical Center in Orangeburg, SC in 2012. He moved to the Landings in 2013.
“Skip” had varied interests including Conservative politics, gourmet cooking, Atlanta Braves baseball, NASCAR, the Georgia coast, his home, plants, antiques, riding in his golf car, American history, Sons of Confederate Veterans, the War Between the States, cats, all things southern and spending time with family and friends.
He is survived by his loving wife, Jean H. McRae, of Savannah, Georgia, one son, Ryan McRae (Dawn) of Richmond, Virginia, one daughter, Ashley Nylander (Matthew), 2 granddaughters, 2 step daughters, Ellen Hansen (Steven) of Temple, Texas, Kathleen Hobbs (Thomas) of Savannah, Georgia and one stepson, Mark Dempsey (Bonnie) of Granbury, Texas, 3 step granddaughters , one step grandson and 2 step great granddaughters, as well as three sisters-in-law and two brothers-in-law.
A Memorial Service celebrating Skip’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 3, 2015, at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel with Chaplain Jeff Hartman officiating.
In lieu of flowers, Skip would appreciate a donation to the American Cancer Society.
Please sign our on-line guest book at www.foxandweeks.com
Jean, I am so sorry to hear of Skip's passing. I attended Albany High School ('64) and Auburn ('68) with him. He was a year behind me. We were good friends and I always enjoyed his smiling presence. Peace and blessing to you and your family. Errol Veno
- Errol Veno, Dallas, TX
We are so sorry to hear of Skip's passing. He was a wonderful, thoughtful and sincere friend. His sense of humor and funny laugh will be missed. Our sympathies go out to Jean and the family. Our prayers and thought's are with you in this time of your sorrow. Sincerely, Max & Al
- Max B. Jennings & Alan L. Bates, La Jolla , CA
Dear Jean, Jane and I are truly sorry to hear of Skips passing. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I will miss our conversations on politics, as we both could get fairly wound up. He will be missed.
- Bret and Jane Moore, Cordova, SC
Jean, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. We knew Skip as a wonderful person and friend.marie enjoyed visiits with you while skip and I worked. He will be truly missed by all thay knew him.we send our love, boyce and marie
- boyce & marie lefvendahl, cordova, sc
My cousin, Jean, spent eighteen happy years, in this most recent chapter of her life. She and Skip enjoyed wonderful shared interests and time together; gardening, traveling and cooking. I met Skip four times. I wish we had an opportunity to become better acquainted. I believe I missed knowing an intelligent interesting man. One who brought happiness to our Jean. Gail Case Romero 28 September 2015 Carriere, Mississippi
- Gail Case Romero, Carriere, MS
I will always remember your Colorado visit many years ago. Peanutbutter & pancakes. Still think that is an interesting meal. We will all greatly miss you.
- Mikita Family, Colorado Springs, CO
See e-mail which was just sent.
- Rebecca Swanson, Columbia, S. C.
Skip was the perfect Brother-in-Law, a kind and loving man who adored my sister and made her very happy. Jean and Skip were very devoted to each other and were at their most content when they were together. Jean, you have all the love and support your family can give through this extremely difficult time for you. Your loving sister, Marcy
- Marcy Hinchcliffe, Sharon Hill, PA
jean I am so sorry and shocked to hear of Skip's passing. It was a pleasure knowing him. I will miss our talks we shared , though short , during his haircuts. He was a fine person.
- Joanne mulvaney, ssvannah , Ga
jean I am so sorry and shocked to hear of Skip's passing. It was a pleasure knowing him. I will miss our talks we shared , though short , during his haircuts. He was a fine person.
- Joanne mulvaney, ssvannah , Ga
jean I am so sorry and shocked to hear of Skip's passing. It was a pleasure knowing him. I will miss our talks we shared , though short , during his haircuts. He was a fine person.
- Joanne mulvaney, ssvannah , Ga
jean I am so sorry and shocked to hear of Skip's passing. It was a pleasure knowing him. I will miss our talks we shared , though short , during his haircuts. He was a fine person.
- Joanne mulvaney, ssvannah , Ga
jean I am so sorry and shocked to hear of Skip's passing. It was a pleasure knowing him. I will miss our talks we shared , though short , during his haircuts. He was a fine person.
- Joanne mulvaney, ssvannah , Ga
Dear Jean, So sorry to learn about Skip's death. I remember how he use to speed out of the parking deck at Mem! My thoughts and prayers are with you. Suzanne
- Suzanne Ingram, Soperton, Ga
So sorry to hear about Skip. You certainly have been a wonderful wife and caregiver, Jean. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
- Faye and David Bull, Cameorn, SC
Skip and I met as Theta Chi pledge brothers at Auburn, then fraternity brothers, roommates, friends, then roommates again. I was fortunate to meet his parents in Albany and stay in their home for a couple of nights. All very nice folks and Skip and I palled around together a lot. Later, during our Senior years at Auburn, Skip and his first wife, Linda, were best "newlywed friends" with me and Jean. One of my fondest memories is the two of them with two huge Great Danes all crammed into a VW bug. LOL!! We're going to miss Skip dearly. True friends are few and far between.
- Frank Chappell, Englewood, FL
So very sorry for your loss!! I know Skip was the love of your life. I'm sorry I won't be able to attend the celebration of Skips life but send all my love and support in thoughts and prayers. Bob and I relay our deepest sympathy and applaude your strength and courage. With love and hugs, Cousin Lynnie and Bob
- Lynn Case Glessing, Hobe Sound, Fl
My dear friends Skip and Jean - Your memory will long outlive our time here on earth. Thank you for sharing your lives with me these past 15 years. Your love for each other has been an inspiration for others. Kent
- Kent Smalley, Esq., Palm Springs, CA
Though I never saw him often, I always felt close to Skip. It was always so comfortable to be around both of you . We pray that you will be comforted by knowing that he would want you to be, and that he will be waiting for you in a better place. Marv and Lynn
- Marv and Lynn Mengel, Geneva, Fl
We are so happy that you found your best friend and soulmate in Skip and that you were blessed with 18 incredible years! His passing will leave an incredible void that only time will ease. But, rest assured, that he is in heaven waiting for the day that you will be reunited forever. In the meantime, please take comfort in the memories that y'all made and know that your family and friends are here for you and will do whatever we can to ease your pain. You are loved more than you know. Rest in peace our dear friend, Skip. We look forward to the day we will spend eternity together in all His glory. Much love, Dottie and Paul
- Paul and Dottie Cetti, Savannah, GA
"Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage." -Lao Tzu Though you met later in your life journeys, there can be no doubt that you two loved, and still love, each other endlessly. Be strong and have courage. Steve and I love you very much, Mom!
- Steve & Ellen Hansen, Temple, TX
Jean, I am so sorry to hear of Skip's passing. I attended Albany High School ('64) and Auburn ('68) with him. He was a year behind me. We were good friends and I always enjoyed his smiling presence. Peace and blessing to you and your family. Errol Veno
- Errol Veno, Dallas, TX
We are so sorry to hear of Skip's passing. He was a wonderful, thoughtful and sincere friend. His sense of humor and funny laugh will be missed. Our sympathies go out to Jean and the family. Our prayers and thought's are with you in this time of your sorrow. Sincerely, Max & Al
- Max B. Jennings & Alan L. Bates, La Jolla , CA
Dear Jean, Jane and I are truly sorry to hear of Skips passing. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I will miss our conversations on politics, as we both could get fairly wound up. He will be missed.
- Bret and Jane Moore, Cordova, SC
Jean, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. We knew Skip as a wonderful person and friend.marie enjoyed visiits with you while skip and I worked. He will be truly missed by all thay knew him.we send our love, boyce and marie
- boyce & marie lefvendahl, cordova, sc
My cousin, Jean, spent eighteen happy years, in this most recent chapter of her life. She and Skip enjoyed wonderful shared interests and time together; gardening, traveling and cooking. I met Skip four times. I wish we had an opportunity to become better acquainted. I believe I missed knowing an intelligent interesting man. One who brought happiness to our Jean. Gail Case Romero 28 September 2015 Carriere, Mississippi
- Gail Case Romero, Carriere, MS
I will always remember your Colorado visit many years ago. Peanutbutter & pancakes. Still think that is an interesting meal. We will all greatly miss you.
- Mikita Family, Colorado Springs, CO
See e-mail which was just sent.
- Rebecca Swanson, Columbia, S. C.
Skip was the perfect Brother-in-Law, a kind and loving man who adored my sister and made her very happy. Jean and Skip were very devoted to each other and were at their most content when they were together. Jean, you have all the love and support your family can give through this extremely difficult time for you. Your loving sister, Marcy
- Marcy Hinchcliffe, Sharon Hill, PA
jean I am so sorry and shocked to hear of Skip's passing. It was a pleasure knowing him. I will miss our talks we shared , though short , during his haircuts. He was a fine person.
- Joanne mulvaney, ssvannah , Ga
jean I am so sorry and shocked to hear of Skip's passing. It was a pleasure knowing him. I will miss our talks we shared , though short , during his haircuts. He was a fine person.
- Joanne mulvaney, ssvannah , Ga
jean I am so sorry and shocked to hear of Skip's passing. It was a pleasure knowing him. I will miss our talks we shared , though short , during his haircuts. He was a fine person.
- Joanne mulvaney, ssvannah , Ga
jean I am so sorry and shocked to hear of Skip's passing. It was a pleasure knowing him. I will miss our talks we shared , though short , during his haircuts. He was a fine person.
- Joanne mulvaney, ssvannah , Ga
jean I am so sorry and shocked to hear of Skip's passing. It was a pleasure knowing him. I will miss our talks we shared , though short , during his haircuts. He was a fine person.
- Joanne mulvaney, ssvannah , Ga
Dear Jean, So sorry to learn about Skip's death. I remember how he use to speed out of the parking deck at Mem! My thoughts and prayers are with you. Suzanne
- Suzanne Ingram, Soperton, Ga
So sorry to hear about Skip. You certainly have been a wonderful wife and caregiver, Jean. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
- Faye and David Bull, Cameorn, SC
Skip and I met as Theta Chi pledge brothers at Auburn, then fraternity brothers, roommates, friends, then roommates again. I was fortunate to meet his parents in Albany and stay in their home for a couple of nights. All very nice folks and Skip and I palled around together a lot. Later, during our Senior years at Auburn, Skip and his first wife, Linda, were best "newlywed friends" with me and Jean. One of my fondest memories is the two of them with two huge Great Danes all crammed into a VW bug. LOL!! We're going to miss Skip dearly. True friends are few and far between.
- Frank Chappell, Englewood, FL
So very sorry for your loss!! I know Skip was the love of your life. I'm sorry I won't be able to attend the celebration of Skips life but send all my love and support in thoughts and prayers. Bob and I relay our deepest sympathy and applaude your strength and courage. With love and hugs, Cousin Lynnie and Bob
- Lynn Case Glessing, Hobe Sound, Fl
My dear friends Skip and Jean - Your memory will long outlive our time here on earth. Thank you for sharing your lives with me these past 15 years. Your love for each other has been an inspiration for others. Kent
- Kent Smalley, Esq., Palm Springs, CA
Though I never saw him often, I always felt close to Skip. It was always so comfortable to be around both of you . We pray that you will be comforted by knowing that he would want you to be, and that he will be waiting for you in a better place. Marv and Lynn
- Marv and Lynn Mengel, Geneva, Fl
We are so happy that you found your best friend and soulmate in Skip and that you were blessed with 18 incredible years! His passing will leave an incredible void that only time will ease. But, rest assured, that he is in heaven waiting for the day that you will be reunited forever. In the meantime, please take comfort in the memories that y'all made and know that your family and friends are here for you and will do whatever we can to ease your pain. You are loved more than you know. Rest in peace our dear friend, Skip. We look forward to the day we will spend eternity together in all His glory. Much love, Dottie and Paul
- Paul and Dottie Cetti, Savannah, GA
"Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage." -Lao Tzu Though you met later in your life journeys, there can be no doubt that you two loved, and still love, each other endlessly. Be strong and have courage. Steve and I love you very much, Mom!
- Steve & Ellen Hansen, Temple, TX
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
