Celebrating the life of
Russell C. Dawes, Sr.
October 14, 1930 - June 27, 2015
SAVANNAH – Russell C. Dawes, Sr., age 84, died on June 27, 2015, at his home, under the care of Hospice Savannah, surrounded by his family. He was born on October 14, 1930 in Rocky Mount, North Carolina to the late Russell E. and Mattie Eason Dawes. He was predeceased by an infant daughter, Jacqueline, and a sister, Lena Dawes Jackson.
Russell retired from the US Army after 21 years, having served in Japan and Germany and was a veteran of the Korean War. His stateside duty stations were Ft. Bliss, Texas, Ft. Ord, California, Ft. Bragg, North Carolina, Ft. Benning, Georgia, and Hunter Army Airfield in Savannah, Georgia where he retired. He went on to work for the US Postal Service and retired in 1989 after 20 years of service.
He was a member of Landmark Missionary Baptist Church for 35 years, serving as Treasurer and a Sunday School teacher.
Russell was a Mason for 55 years as a member of Clinton Lodge #54. He also was a member of Savannah Chapter #52, OES, where he affiliated from Amity Chapter #183, where he served as Worthy Patron 3 times and was also a District Grand Deputy of the Grand Chapter of Georgia.
His other interests include playing computer Pinochle, coin collecting and stamp collecting.
Surviving are his wife of 62 years whom he affectionately called his “little bride”, Julia Marie Dawes; son, Russell C. Dawes, Jr. of Savannah; 2 daughters, Susan Eager of Mitchell, Indiana and Pamela Sapp (Kenny) of Brunswick, Georgia; 3 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Monday, the 29th of June.
A Memorial Service and Military Graveside Service will be held at a later date at Mill Branch Cemetery in Rocky Mount, NC.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice Savannah, P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416.
Please sign our on-line guest book at www.foxandweeks.com
Often times in the course of our life, we face the lost of a loved one. It's unlike any other experience and can leave a void. Our loving Creator reveals a future filled with hope and joy knowing that we can have the opportunity to be reunited with our family/friend/neighbor again. May the promise found at John 5:28, 29 prove to be a source of comfort while coping with the loss of Mr. Dawes.
- Valerie , Chicago , IL
Sorry for your loss Son of Ethna (F) Uncle Russels Bro And Estelle Dawes I remember when Marie lived across the road from us Before she was married
- Jehu Uri Dawes, Elm City, NC
I am so sorry for the families loss of a wonderful man. I went to Landmark with the Dawes and I remember Mr. Dawes came by and visited my family with Pastor McNeal after our 1st visit to Landmark and it wasn't" long after we became Church members. My deepest condolences to the family, lifting each of you up in prayer. Julian and Helens daughter, Julie Sturgess
- Julie Sturgess, Savannah , Ga
Love you all Uncle Russell was a great man and my hero and a fighter Love you Aunt Marie Rusty Sue and Pam and praying for you.
- Terry Jackson, Rocky Mount, NC
Our deepest condolences to your family.
- Edith shaw & Bertha Allen , Guyton, Ga
So sorry for your loss. I am a daughter of Leila Dawes Price, and she was the daughter of Ef and Estelle Dawes. I grew up hearing Mom talk of her Uncle Russell. Always sad to hear of a relatives passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Don and Nancy Ray
- Nancy Ray, Monroe, NC
SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF RUSSELLS PASSING--WE WERE PINOCHLE PARTNERS FOR A VERY LONG TIME (ONLINE). WE OFTEN PARTNERED IN TOURNAMENTS AND THEN I MOVED ON TO START MY OWN TEAM AND HE JOINED THAT AS WELL. A SUPER NICE MAN AND I SO ENJOYED HIS COMPANY AS WELL AS HIS WIFES. I NEVER KNEW IF IT WAS PLAYING WITH RUSS OR MARIE!!! I AM AWARE THAT RUSS HAD MANY MEDICAL ISSUES AND THAT WAS YEARS AGO SO RIP, RUSS. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO MARIE AND THE FAMILY. ELAINE
- Elaine4Funnn, Boscawen,, NH
We are so very sorry and sad to hear about the loss of our long time and dearly loved friend. We want to extend our condolences to the family. Love to all of you.
- Wayne & Pat Bull, Chattanooga, TN
We would like to extend our deepest sorrow for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. May our God give you peace and comfort. May The Lord Jesus Christ Bless and keep you in the palm of his hand. Arnold & Theresa Gordon
- Arnold & Theresa Gordon, Savannah, Ga
We would like to extend our deepest sorrow for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. May our God give you peace and comfort. May The Lord Jesus Christ Bless and keep you in the palm of his hand. Arnold & Theresa Gordon
- Arnold & Theresa Gordon, Savannah, Ga
Sincere condolences on your loss. Our prayers are with you.
- Clevon Johnson, Savannah, Ga
I am sorry for your loss, Ms Pam. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
- Kathy Folts , Darien , Ga
Dear Pam -- So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Also, on behalf of the leaders and girls of Marshview Service Unit, I send you or love and condolences as well. You are are in our hearts tonight. Ashlee Farris
- Ashlee Farris, Savannah, GA
So very sorry for the loss of your Dad! Prayers for your Family.
- Kathy Brewer Christiansen, Savannah, Ga
Pam, I am so sorry for the loss of your father. You and your family are in my prayers!
- Amanda Buchanan, Morristown, TN
Pam, I am so sorry for the loss of your father. You and your family are in my prayers!
- Amanda Buchanan, Morristown, TN
Often times in the course of our life, we face the lost of a loved one. It's unlike any other experience and can leave a void. Our loving Creator reveals a future filled with hope and joy knowing that we can have the opportunity to be reunited with our family/friend/neighbor again. May the promise found at John 5:28, 29 prove to be a source of comfort while coping with the loss of Mr. Dawes.
- Valerie , Chicago , IL
Sorry for your loss Son of Ethna (F) Uncle Russels Bro And Estelle Dawes I remember when Marie lived across the road from us Before she was married
- Jehu Uri Dawes, Elm City, NC
I am so sorry for the families loss of a wonderful man. I went to Landmark with the Dawes and I remember Mr. Dawes came by and visited my family with Pastor McNeal after our 1st visit to Landmark and it wasn't" long after we became Church members. My deepest condolences to the family, lifting each of you up in prayer. Julian and Helens daughter, Julie Sturgess
- Julie Sturgess, Savannah , Ga
Love you all Uncle Russell was a great man and my hero and a fighter Love you Aunt Marie Rusty Sue and Pam and praying for you.
- Terry Jackson, Rocky Mount, NC
Our deepest condolences to your family.
- Edith shaw & Bertha Allen , Guyton, Ga
So sorry for your loss. I am a daughter of Leila Dawes Price, and she was the daughter of Ef and Estelle Dawes. I grew up hearing Mom talk of her Uncle Russell. Always sad to hear of a relatives passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Don and Nancy Ray
- Nancy Ray, Monroe, NC
SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF RUSSELLS PASSING--WE WERE PINOCHLE PARTNERS FOR A VERY LONG TIME (ONLINE). WE OFTEN PARTNERED IN TOURNAMENTS AND THEN I MOVED ON TO START MY OWN TEAM AND HE JOINED THAT AS WELL. A SUPER NICE MAN AND I SO ENJOYED HIS COMPANY AS WELL AS HIS WIFES. I NEVER KNEW IF IT WAS PLAYING WITH RUSS OR MARIE!!! I AM AWARE THAT RUSS HAD MANY MEDICAL ISSUES AND THAT WAS YEARS AGO SO RIP, RUSS. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO MARIE AND THE FAMILY. ELAINE
- Elaine4Funnn, Boscawen,, NH
We are so very sorry and sad to hear about the loss of our long time and dearly loved friend. We want to extend our condolences to the family. Love to all of you.
- Wayne & Pat Bull, Chattanooga, TN
We would like to extend our deepest sorrow for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. May our God give you peace and comfort. May The Lord Jesus Christ Bless and keep you in the palm of his hand. Arnold & Theresa Gordon
- Arnold & Theresa Gordon, Savannah, Ga
We would like to extend our deepest sorrow for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. May our God give you peace and comfort. May The Lord Jesus Christ Bless and keep you in the palm of his hand. Arnold & Theresa Gordon
- Arnold & Theresa Gordon, Savannah, Ga
Sincere condolences on your loss. Our prayers are with you.
- Clevon Johnson, Savannah, Ga
I am sorry for your loss, Ms Pam. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
- Kathy Folts , Darien , Ga
Dear Pam -- So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Also, on behalf of the leaders and girls of Marshview Service Unit, I send you or love and condolences as well. You are are in our hearts tonight. Ashlee Farris
- Ashlee Farris, Savannah, GA
So very sorry for the loss of your Dad! Prayers for your Family.
- Kathy Brewer Christiansen, Savannah, Ga
Pam, I am so sorry for the loss of your father. You and your family are in my prayers!
- Amanda Buchanan, Morristown, TN
Pam, I am so sorry for the loss of your father. You and your family are in my prayers!
- Amanda Buchanan, Morristown, TN
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
