Celebrating the life of
Thomas J. Waters
December 24, 1937 - July 10, 2015
Thomas J Waters, 78, passed away on Friday, July 10, after a brief battle with lung cancer. The native Savannahian was born on Christmas Eve in 1937 and was a veteran of the United States Air Force Reserve, graduate of Savannah High School and Southern Polytechnic University. Director J. Edgar Hoover recruited him into the FBI, where he served as a Special Agent in Washington, DC.
After leaving government service he entered the energy industry, working up to Vice President and Secretary of Chattanooga Gas, ultimately retiring as Vice President of Atlanta Gas Light. He was a member of the Chattanooga Kiwanis Club, Board member and President of the Tennessee Gas Association, President of the East Ridge Chamber of Commerce and served as a Board member and officer for numerous charitable organizations.
In 2000 he and his wife, Cecile, returned to Savannah and became active members of Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church and Alpha Sunday School Class. He enjoyed serving God through various committees there. He is preceded in death by his parents, Edwin Henry and Dorothy Crawford Waters and his brother, Robert Edward Waters (Ouida).
He was preceded in death by his parents, Edwin Henry and Dorothy Crawford Waters and one brother, Robert Edward Waters.
He is survived by his wife of fifty-three years, Mary Cecile (Dix) Waters of Savannah; sons Thomas Julian Waters, Jr. (Cathy) of St. Petersburg, FL; Robert Crawford Waters (Theresa) of Ringgold, GA; Richard Henry Waters (Tonya) of Knoxville, TN; daughter Mary Elizabeth Robertson (David) of Franklin, TN; a sister, Mary Evelyn French (Norman) and brothers, Irvin Henry Waters (Juanita), George Carson Waters (Rita); and fourteen grandchildren.
The family will receive visitors at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Island Chapel, (Hwy 80) Monday, July 13 from 5-7 p.m. His funeral will be held at Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church Tuesday, July 14, at 11 a.m. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Thomas Waters, Jr, Robert Waters, Richard Waters, David Robertson, Woodrow Dulin and A. J. Haysman. Grandsons, Michael Waters, Joshua Waters, Carson Waters, Isaac Waters, Noah Waters, Aaron Waters and Julian Waters will serve as Honorary Pallbearers.
Remembrances can be made to Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church, Building Fund, 429 Abercorn Street, Savannah GA 31401, or the Fresh Air Home for Children, Memorial Fund, P. 0. Box 14144, Savannah GA 31416.
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I feel privileged to have know your whole family. What a wonderful reflection of Tom you all are, he was very proud of you all and loved you with all his heart. I am sad to hear of his passing and I can't imagine how much you all miss him. I will be thinking of you all.
- John Burk, Rome, Ga
We were saddened to hear of your loss. Cecile, you and your family are in our prayers. We hope that you find peace and comfort relying on the promises of God.
- Joseph and Donna Dix, Suwanee, GA
Dear Waters family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your family has & will always be thought of in the highest regards. You were there for my mom, David, & I during our hardest times. It has never been forgotten. I pray that you receive peace during this difficult time; the peace & happiness that your family consistently gives others. You are all such dear, sweet people. I know your father looks down on you from heaven with great pride.
- Chrisssie Charlesworth Dillard, Ringgold, GA
My heartfelt condolences to each of you. I never met Mr. Waters, but his background speaks to what an amazing man he was and the wonderful memories he must have shared with you. I know from his son that he was loved by many and cherished for his kindness, wisdom, and strength. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
- Jack Boureston, Monterey, CA. (Jabil)
Dear Waters'family, I am so very sorry to read of Tom's passing. Such fond memories of times our families shared in East Ridge. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time. May you rest in our Lord's comforting arms. Susan
- Susan Ackerson Smith, McCalla, AL
Dear Ceil & Family, I am so very sorry for your loss of such a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother & friend. May your warm memories of Tom help to see you through these difficult days. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
- Donna, Ted, Drew & Taylor Savas, Alpharetta , GA
Ceil, I am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Praying for peace and comfort for you and your loved ones. You will see him again!
- Stephanie Maupin, Savannah, GA
We are so very sorry for your loss and want you to know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you and guide you in the days ahead, and your cherished memories bring you happiness in the future. Hugs and much love to all of you.
- Rob & Kelly Hammons, San Clemente, CA
Our heartfelt condolences to all of Tom's loved ones. He was a Christian man who was a positive influence to all who knew him, and a very kind person who enjoyed lightheartedly kidding others. We'll miss him greatly but will have a smile on our lips when we think of him.
- Cass and Bill Thomasson, Savannah, GA
Liz and family, We are so sorry for the loss of your Dad. We are praying for all of you during this time and hope that you find comfort in knowing your Dad is now at peace without suffering. Love you all, Paula and Jon
- Paula and Jonathan Bell, Paris, TN
Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
- Kevin and Molly Hohl, Saint Petersburg, FL
Ceil, so sorry to read of Tom's death this morning. You will be in our prayers.
- Ronald and Ethel Starnes, Chattanooga, Tn
Hearing about your loss deeply saddens us - we extend our profound, heartfelt sympathies and condolences to you. We know that you have many fond, happy memories that will serve to keep your Dad alive in your heart. May the love of your family and friends provide comfort and strengthen you during these difficult days.
- Tracy and Robert Barrett, Huntsville, AL
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I feel privileged to have know your whole family. What a wonderful reflection of Tom you all are, he was very proud of you all and loved you with all his heart. I am sad to hear of his passing and I can't imagine how much you all miss him. I will be thinking of you all.
- John Burk, Rome, Ga
We were saddened to hear of your loss. Cecile, you and your family are in our prayers. We hope that you find peace and comfort relying on the promises of God.
- Joseph and Donna Dix, Suwanee, GA
Dear Waters family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your family has & will always be thought of in the highest regards. You were there for my mom, David, & I during our hardest times. It has never been forgotten. I pray that you receive peace during this difficult time; the peace & happiness that your family consistently gives others. You are all such dear, sweet people. I know your father looks down on you from heaven with great pride.
- Chrisssie Charlesworth Dillard, Ringgold, GA
My heartfelt condolences to each of you. I never met Mr. Waters, but his background speaks to what an amazing man he was and the wonderful memories he must have shared with you. I know from his son that he was loved by many and cherished for his kindness, wisdom, and strength. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
- Jack Boureston, Monterey, CA. (Jabil)
Dear Waters'family, I am so very sorry to read of Tom's passing. Such fond memories of times our families shared in East Ridge. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time. May you rest in our Lord's comforting arms. Susan
- Susan Ackerson Smith, McCalla, AL
Dear Ceil & Family, I am so very sorry for your loss of such a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother & friend. May your warm memories of Tom help to see you through these difficult days. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
- Donna, Ted, Drew & Taylor Savas, Alpharetta , GA
Ceil, I am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Praying for peace and comfort for you and your loved ones. You will see him again!
- Stephanie Maupin, Savannah, GA
We are so very sorry for your loss and want you to know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you and guide you in the days ahead, and your cherished memories bring you happiness in the future. Hugs and much love to all of you.
- Rob & Kelly Hammons, San Clemente, CA
Our heartfelt condolences to all of Tom's loved ones. He was a Christian man who was a positive influence to all who knew him, and a very kind person who enjoyed lightheartedly kidding others. We'll miss him greatly but will have a smile on our lips when we think of him.
- Cass and Bill Thomasson, Savannah, GA
Liz and family, We are so sorry for the loss of your Dad. We are praying for all of you during this time and hope that you find comfort in knowing your Dad is now at peace without suffering. Love you all, Paula and Jon
- Paula and Jonathan Bell, Paris, TN
Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
- Kevin and Molly Hohl, Saint Petersburg, FL
Ceil, so sorry to read of Tom's death this morning. You will be in our prayers.
- Ronald and Ethel Starnes, Chattanooga, Tn
Hearing about your loss deeply saddens us - we extend our profound, heartfelt sympathies and condolences to you. We know that you have many fond, happy memories that will serve to keep your Dad alive in your heart. May the love of your family and friends provide comfort and strengthen you during these difficult days.
- Tracy and Robert Barrett, Huntsville, AL
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
