Celebrating the life of
Hazel Burroughs West
November 18, 1928 - February 07, 2014
Hazel Burroughs West, 85, passed away Friday, February 7, 2014 at Candler Hospital after a short illness surrounded by her family. She was born in Claxton, Georgia on November 28, 1928. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Dewey Wade West, by her sisters, Margaret Southwell and Evelyn Mosley Morris and brothers, Bland and J.W. Burroughs.
She is survived by her daughter, Phyllis Rick Buckley of Savannah, GA; three sons, Phillip Linda West of Pooler, GA; Mark Vivian West of Knoxville, TN; and Derek Michelle West of Richmond Hill, GA; two sisters, Geneva Anderson of Orlando, FL and Jane Blair of Savannah, GA; nine grandchildren, Stephen, Ryan, and Meghan Buckley; Brandon and Brooke West; Daniel and Callie West; Brendan and Tripp West; one great grandchild, Madison Hilliard, and several nieces and nephews.
She was a loving compassionate Christian mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was a charter member of the Ephesus Church in Rincon. She loved to serve in her church, in the community, and never knew a stranger. She will be dearly missed and remembered by her family and friends.
Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m., Sunday, February 9, 2014 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
The funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m., Monday, February 10, 2014 at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
Burial will be in Forest Lawn Memory Gardens.
Remembrances: Alzheimer's Association, Georgia Chapter, 41 Perimeter Center East, Suite 550, Atlanta, GA 30346.
Please sign our online guestbook at www.foxandweeks.com
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
It was a pleasure to serve your family. Your mother was a great woman and her legacy lives on through her wonderful family.
- Justin March, Savannah, GA
It was a joy and blessing to know her. We always enjoyed visiting her and having her in our Sunday School Class. We will remember her smiling face and cheerful attitude. Love to the family, Everett and Mary Ann
- everett tarver, Sav, GA
Derek your mom was like a mom to me for so many yrs. she will be truly missed. We will continue to pray for you & your family. I am so sorry I wasn't able to make it down there. Call me anytime you need to talk.
- Chris Routon, Pomaira, SC
Mark, I just got an e-mail on your mother passing. Lil Ed and our wives, Joy & Joy, are very sorry about your dear mothers death. May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of exciting and joyful times over the gracious years on earth, and look forward to the eternal and glorious years with her in Heaven. P.S. Please give me a call if I can help you with 'anything you need'. Your Bother 'In Christ' Ed & Joy m 657-8379
- Edward D. Garvin, Savannah, GA
Derek, We love you and are sorry for your loss. I didn't know your Mom but I know she raised an awesome guy. It is great to read your words and know that your Mom is with Jesus.
- The Brinson Family, Guyton, GA
May God's tender mercies be sufficient for your needs. Hazel was a wonderful sister-in-Christ and will be missed by all of those who knew and loved her.--Roland and Iamma
- Roland and Iamma Waters, Screven, GA
Aunt Hazel, Heaven just opened the door to a precious Angel. We will all miss you here, our hearts are heavy but we all know you are made whole and you are with Uncle Wade and Danny, and other loved ones who have gone on before us. Watch over us and know that we love you with all our hearts. You were a precious soul and you always made time to tell others about Jesus. Love always, Patti West and the late Danny West.
- Patti West, Rincon, GA
Hazel was the best........ wonderful friend, and incredible hostess to us several times at Music Workshop in Savannah. A beautiful soul, raised a great family, and was a model of a christian lady. It was a privilege to have known her.
- jim tipps, beavercreek, OH
Michael and I express our deepest sympathy! We loved Ms Hazel as well as Mr Wade!
- Virginia Edenfield, Rincon, GA
You were the best mom a child could have. I love you and thank you for the way I was raised. You were a perfect christian role model for all that knew you. Thanks for a job well done! I Love you mom and will miss you dearly! Derek Glenn
- Derek West, Richmond Hill, GA
Beautiful and sweet aunt.
- Tara S Raleigh, Mackinaw, IL
Hazel and Wade were absolutely wonderful to me and Charlotte during the time we lived in the Savannah area. Hazel was always inviting our family over to Bona Bella for Sunday dinner and our boys would play outside with Derek. She was such a gracious hostess and a true southern beauty. Our lives have been so enriched just by knowing such a wonderful, God-touch woman. Our loss is heavens' gain..Rest in peace our dear sister, Hazel West!!!Jim & Charlotte McGill
- Jim McGill, Fort Payne, AL
So sorry for your loss. She was an amazing woman.
- Rick Quarles, Savannah, GA
Sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
- Jennifer Keel, Riceboro, GA
Very sorry for your loss. My prayers exteneded to Derek and his family.
- Jennifer Bock, Savannah, GA
So sorry to hear about your loss. Ms. West was always smiling and she was the true meaning of a lady!! She will be greatly missed but at peace now in Heaven.
- Jackie & Rocky Howard, Statesboro, GA
Rejoicing with angels as your mom is home in the presence of the Lord. Praising God her life reflected Christ in her spirit, work, and love as a testimony. A wonderful legacy has been given to you all. Praying for you.
- Kim Galo, Maryville, TN
Mark, Vivian, Daniel, and Callie, I am so sorry for your loss. I know what a wonderful woman she was. What a comfort to you all that you are assured she is with our heavenly Father. You will all be in my prayers. Love, Lori
- Lori Stewart, Louisville, TN
Sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time
- Tommy & Darlene Godwin, Reidsville, GA
Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. Psalms 116:15 Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Derek. Lots of love ~
- Janice & Matthew Guglielmi, Savannah, GA
It was a pleasure to serve your family. Your mother was a great woman and her legacy lives on through her wonderful family.
- Justin March, Savannah, GA
It was a joy and blessing to know her. We always enjoyed visiting her and having her in our Sunday School Class. We will remember her smiling face and cheerful attitude. Love to the family, Everett and Mary Ann
- everett tarver, Sav, GA
Derek your mom was like a mom to me for so many yrs. she will be truly missed. We will continue to pray for you & your family. I am so sorry I wasn't able to make it down there. Call me anytime you need to talk.
- Chris Routon, Pomaira, SC
Mark, I just got an e-mail on your mother passing. Lil Ed and our wives, Joy & Joy, are very sorry about your dear mothers death. May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of exciting and joyful times over the gracious years on earth, and look forward to the eternal and glorious years with her in Heaven. P.S. Please give me a call if I can help you with 'anything you need'. Your Bother 'In Christ' Ed & Joy m 657-8379
- Edward D. Garvin, Savannah, GA
Derek, We love you and are sorry for your loss. I didn't know your Mom but I know she raised an awesome guy. It is great to read your words and know that your Mom is with Jesus.
- The Brinson Family, Guyton, GA
May God's tender mercies be sufficient for your needs. Hazel was a wonderful sister-in-Christ and will be missed by all of those who knew and loved her.--Roland and Iamma
- Roland and Iamma Waters, Screven, GA
Aunt Hazel, Heaven just opened the door to a precious Angel. We will all miss you here, our hearts are heavy but we all know you are made whole and you are with Uncle Wade and Danny, and other loved ones who have gone on before us. Watch over us and know that we love you with all our hearts. You were a precious soul and you always made time to tell others about Jesus. Love always, Patti West and the late Danny West.
- Patti West, Rincon, GA
Hazel was the best........ wonderful friend, and incredible hostess to us several times at Music Workshop in Savannah. A beautiful soul, raised a great family, and was a model of a christian lady. It was a privilege to have known her.
- jim tipps, beavercreek, OH
Michael and I express our deepest sympathy! We loved Ms Hazel as well as Mr Wade!
- Virginia Edenfield, Rincon, GA
You were the best mom a child could have. I love you and thank you for the way I was raised. You were a perfect christian role model for all that knew you. Thanks for a job well done! I Love you mom and will miss you dearly! Derek Glenn
- Derek West, Richmond Hill, GA
Beautiful and sweet aunt.
- Tara S Raleigh, Mackinaw, IL
Hazel and Wade were absolutely wonderful to me and Charlotte during the time we lived in the Savannah area. Hazel was always inviting our family over to Bona Bella for Sunday dinner and our boys would play outside with Derek. She was such a gracious hostess and a true southern beauty. Our lives have been so enriched just by knowing such a wonderful, God-touch woman. Our loss is heavens' gain..Rest in peace our dear sister, Hazel West!!!Jim & Charlotte McGill
- Jim McGill, Fort Payne, AL
So sorry for your loss. She was an amazing woman.
- Rick Quarles, Savannah, GA
Sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
- Jennifer Keel, Riceboro, GA
Very sorry for your loss. My prayers exteneded to Derek and his family.
- Jennifer Bock, Savannah, GA
So sorry to hear about your loss. Ms. West was always smiling and she was the true meaning of a lady!! She will be greatly missed but at peace now in Heaven.
- Jackie & Rocky Howard, Statesboro, GA
Rejoicing with angels as your mom is home in the presence of the Lord. Praising God her life reflected Christ in her spirit, work, and love as a testimony. A wonderful legacy has been given to you all. Praying for you.
- Kim Galo, Maryville, TN
Mark, Vivian, Daniel, and Callie, I am so sorry for your loss. I know what a wonderful woman she was. What a comfort to you all that you are assured she is with our heavenly Father. You will all be in my prayers. Love, Lori
- Lori Stewart, Louisville, TN
Sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time
- Tommy & Darlene Godwin, Reidsville, GA
Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. Psalms 116:15 Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Derek. Lots of love ~
- Janice & Matthew Guglielmi, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
