Celebrating the life of
Doris Mixon Sapp
August 01, 1920 - March 10, 2015
SAVANNAH – Doris Mixon Sapp, 94, passed away on March 10, 2015 She was born in Willie, Georgia to Johnny and Maude Mixon and spent most of her life in Savannah. She graduated from Commercial High School. She retired from the Corps of Engineers with 35 years of service in the Personnel Office.She was a long time member of Calvary Baptist Temple where she taught Sunday School in the Junior Department for years. More recently she was a member of the Ready Sunday School Class. She loved the Lord, her family, and her church. She enjoyed camping and going to the beach with her family. She loved working in the yard, working with her apartments, shopping, and listening to Jimmy Swaggart.
She was preceded in death by Prentice Sapp, her husband of 49 years, her parents, and her brother, John Cecil MIxon. She is survived by her daughter, Judy Diederich; sister, Carolyn (Jack) Davis of Savannah; two grandchildren, Renee Dillard and Walt Barnes; eight great-grandchildren; step-daughter, Helene Star of Gulf Breeze, Florida; niece, Jill Carmichael; and nephew, Jack Davis.
The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 13, 2015, at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. The funeral service will follow at 11:00 a.m.
The interment will be at 2:30 p.m. at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens.
Please sign our on-line guest book at www.foxandweeks.com
My deepest condolence to the Sapp family for the loss of your dear loved one. During this most difficult time, may your hearts be comforted by Jehovah God's promise to wipe out every tear from our eyes, and death will be no more.(Rev. 21:4). Also during the days to come, may Mrs. Sapp's sweet memories fill your hearts with joy and peace.
- Thomas, Snellville, Ga.
Judy: So sorry for the loss of Doris. She lived a good long life. “When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure." God bless, Chris and Don Dasher
- Chris Dasher, Savannah, GA
Judy and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your Mother. I remember her smiles and how she always made you feel so welcomed at Calvary. Prayers for you today and in the days to come.
- Moonyeen Blanton, Savannah, GA
Judy and family, I am sorry about Doris. She was a remarkable person. She was always so positive and loved her family so much. The Sapp family was so blessed to have her for so many years. She left so many beautiful memories - enjoy each and every one. Prayers and blessings.
- Judy Tippins, Hinesville, Ga.
Judy, We are so sorry you have lost your sweet mother, Mrs. Sapp. Her love of the Lord and daily witness was an inspiration to us all! You are in our thoughts and prayers.
- Gerald and Phyllis Eardley, Savannah, Ga
Judy, I will always remember your Mother for her smiles. What a marvelous witness! She truly exhibited the Peace of Christ in her countenance.
- Alberta Fillingim, Savannah, GA
We are so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful, sweet and beautiful lady, inside and out.
- Michael and Shelia Koncul, savannah, ga
Judy, I share sympathy with you, knowing that your Mom is with Jesus and no longer ill or suffering. I love you and your family. Pam and I have fond memories of you and your Mom.
- Eileen Newman, Richmond Hill, GA
I would like to express my condolences to the Sapp family for the loss of your dear love one. May you find comfort in the loving promise found at Revelation 21:4 where there will be a time of no more death, mourning, outcry or pain. A guarantee that these former things will pass away.
- Mrs. Khan, Snellville, GA
I'm sorry to hear of the passion got Mrs. Sapp, she and my mom, Joy, worked together for many years.
- David Martin, Greenville, SC
My deepest condolence to the Sapp family for the loss of your dear loved one. During this most difficult time, may your hearts be comforted by Jehovah God's promise to wipe out every tear from our eyes, and death will be no more.(Rev. 21:4). Also during the days to come, may Mrs. Sapp's sweet memories fill your hearts with joy and peace.
- Thomas, Snellville, Ga.
Judy: So sorry for the loss of Doris. She lived a good long life. “When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure." God bless, Chris and Don Dasher
- Chris Dasher, Savannah, GA
Judy and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your Mother. I remember her smiles and how she always made you feel so welcomed at Calvary. Prayers for you today and in the days to come.
- Moonyeen Blanton, Savannah, GA
Judy and family, I am sorry about Doris. She was a remarkable person. She was always so positive and loved her family so much. The Sapp family was so blessed to have her for so many years. She left so many beautiful memories - enjoy each and every one. Prayers and blessings.
- Judy Tippins, Hinesville, Ga.
Judy, We are so sorry you have lost your sweet mother, Mrs. Sapp. Her love of the Lord and daily witness was an inspiration to us all! You are in our thoughts and prayers.
- Gerald and Phyllis Eardley, Savannah, Ga
Judy, I will always remember your Mother for her smiles. What a marvelous witness! She truly exhibited the Peace of Christ in her countenance.
- Alberta Fillingim, Savannah, GA
We are so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful, sweet and beautiful lady, inside and out.
- Michael and Shelia Koncul, savannah, ga
Judy, I share sympathy with you, knowing that your Mom is with Jesus and no longer ill or suffering. I love you and your family. Pam and I have fond memories of you and your Mom.
- Eileen Newman, Richmond Hill, GA
I would like to express my condolences to the Sapp family for the loss of your dear love one. May you find comfort in the loving promise found at Revelation 21:4 where there will be a time of no more death, mourning, outcry or pain. A guarantee that these former things will pass away.
- Mrs. Khan, Snellville, GA
I'm sorry to hear of the passion got Mrs. Sapp, she and my mom, Joy, worked together for many years.
- David Martin, Greenville, SC
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
