Celebrating the life of
Carolyn Gail Zipperer Strausbaugh
January 26, 1936 - May 16, 2015
SAVANNAH – Carolyn Gail Zipperer Strausbaugh, 79, a Savannah native, passed away on May 16, 2015 at her home after a long illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Cleveland Grover Zipperer and Annie Ruth Barbaree. Previous husbands Artie Eugene Bowman and Franklin Wescoat Strausbaugh.
She is survived by her great love of 24 years, Harris Blake; her siblings: Barbara O’Connor, Nancy Heck, Grover Zipperer (Karen), Eleanor Hutson (Robert), Terry Bowne, and Robert Zipperer (Patty). Her surviving children include: Cherise Bowman, Holly Pace (Neil), Glenda York (Steve), Wes Strausbaugh, Beth Wasdin (Curtis), Mike Bowman, Kelly Strausbaugh (Teresa), and Shannon Bowman. Her grandchildren: Daniel Robertson, Jr. (Ali), Erin Mullis (Marty), Brenden & Andrew Robertson, Christopher & Philip Pace, Blake Wasdin Martin (Clint), Madison Bowman, Conner Winnie, Logan Strausbaugh, Tyler York and Alden Martinez. Five great-grandchildren: Brennan, Asher, Atrieu, Ryker and Campbell who were the sunshine of her life. She adored all of her cousins, nieces, nephews as well.
Gail’s Faith is in the Lord Jesus Christ. She is of Georgia Salzburger heritage and was a graduate of Savannah High School 1954. She initially worked for her father at Hester & Zipperer. Later, she was owner and operator of The “B” Hive children’s shop for many years. To say she was a strong woman does not do her justice. Her motto in life was “I will survive”. She cherished her time with family and friends, and opened her home to all. Her passions were traveling, going on cruises, gardening, fishing, crabbing, boating and especially spending time on the family dock.
Her family cordially extends its gratitude to everyone who cared for her over the duration of her illness. Donation may be made to the Ronald McDonald House, 4710 Waters Avenue, Savannah, GA 31404.
Visitation shall be on Sunday, May 24, 2015 from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
Her Memorial Service shall be at 10:00 am on Monday, May 25, 2015 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
I have lots of wonderful memories of Gail when we were 12/13/14/15/16 years old we went to school together and I stayed many a night at her parents house . Barbara my heart goes out to you and your family. God Be With You ! Love, MaryKathryn Strickland/ Korinek now for the last 53 years.
- Kathryn Strickland, Charleston, sc
Gail was someone I always looked up to as a cousin. She was always kind to her younger cousins. We will always miss her. Love, Emily Branch Young
- Emily Branch Young, Prairieville, , LA
Shannon, Beautiful write up of your Mom. You made her life so joyful with your care and probably extended it by several years. Much love, Linda and Don Starr
- Linda Starr, Savannah, GA
Gail, was a beautiful and loving spirited lady. She gave sacrificially to her family and friends. She will be tremendously missed although Frank is happy again.
- Ronnie Callaway, Savannah, GA
I have lots of wonderful memories of Gail when we were 12/13/14/15/16 years old we went to school together and I stayed many a night at her parents house . Barbara my heart goes out to you and your family. God Be With You ! Love, MaryKathryn Strickland/ Korinek now for the last 53 years.
- Kathryn Strickland, Charleston, sc
Gail was someone I always looked up to as a cousin. She was always kind to her younger cousins. We will always miss her. Love, Emily Branch Young
- Emily Branch Young, Prairieville, , LA
Shannon, Beautiful write up of your Mom. You made her life so joyful with your care and probably extended it by several years. Much love, Linda and Don Starr
- Linda Starr, Savannah, GA
Gail, was a beautiful and loving spirited lady. She gave sacrificially to her family and friends. She will be tremendously missed although Frank is happy again.
- Ronnie Callaway, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
