John Hill Harty

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Celebrating the life of
John Hill HartyJune 30, 1936 - January 21, 2014

SAVANNAH - John Hill Harty, Sr. died January, 21, 2014, in Savannah, GA after complications from COPD and CHF.

"Hill" was born June 30, 1936. He was a native of Savannah and the youngest of five children of Anthony Harty and Jane Sloan Harty.

He is survived by his wife Carolyn Broadman Harty, his son, John Hill Harty, Jr., and daughter Siobhan Harty O'Leary, four grandchildren and his sister Jane Harty Abbott . He also leaves behind his loving step daughter and son-in-law, Diana and Bill Cummings and their children and grand children and step sons, Tom Baker and James and Jacquelyn Baker.

He was preceded in death by his siblings, Joan Hill Harty, Anthony Harty, William Harty.

After serving in the Navy, Hill attended Loyola University where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree. He then returned to Savannah where he began his career with the Chamber of Commerce and the Georgia Development Authority. His passion and dedication to the economic success in his home region was unwavering.

Hill had a true ability to build relationships instantly with anyone he crossed paths with; be it a server in a restaurant, or a senator, he valued the opportunity to learn their name, use it, and learn something interesting.

Further, being a member of the Hibernians, was an invaluable part of life that provided a backdrop for much enjoyment and lifelong friendships.

Being an avid dog lover, football fan, and chocolate lover, he found ample opportunities for simple pleasures.

Thank you to the medical teams at Candler Hospital, Select Care and Hospice Savannah for ensuring his comfort and happiness.

A visitation will be held at Fox and Weeks, Hodgson Chapel on Friday, January 24th from 5pm-7pm and a Memorial Mass will be at St. James Catholic Church, Saturday January 25 th at 11:00 am.

In lieu of flowers, the family of John Hill Harty, Sr, would appreciate your donations to the charities supported by the Hibernian Society of Savannah.

"Keep On Keeping On" John Hill Harty, Sr.

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Hill attended St. Francis Prep in Spring Grove, PA where he was well-known, and appreciated, by all his classmates, myself included. So very sorry to hear of his passing. Our prayers and sympathy to all his family. Tom Pickard Class of 1956

- Tom Pickard, Philadelphia, PA

Mr. Harty, you produced an amazing daughter Siobhan. Your heart, wisdom, vision and Spirit live on through her and all of the lives that she touches. Rest in Peace, John Hill Harty.

- Marilyn Draper, New York, NY

Carolyn, My deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved Hill..will keep you in my prayers.. much love, Trisha

- Trisha Lutz-Morris, savannah, GA

Thoughts and prayers with you Siobhan! Love you! Cathy

- Cathy Flynn, , GA

Aunt Carolyn,Siobhan,John Hill and other family..Uncle Hill will be sorely missed. What a beautiful man. All my love and prayers, Cephise

- Cephise Harty, Savannah, GA

Siobhan, John Hill, Jeanne, I, and the boys are truly sorry to hear of your dad's passing. You and your families will be in our prayers daily. We hope that you will find comfort knowing how much your dad loved you, and that he will continue to be a part of your lives looking down from above. We love you and are here for you always...

- John D. Lambert, III, Park CIty, UT

Siobhan, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, your Dad and your whole family. We love you. Ralph, Ana, Desiree, Michele, Marty, and Marshall.

- Ana Ortiz, Roselle Park, NJ

Dear Siobhan, our deepest condolences on the passing of your dad. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. May your many great memories with your Dad bring you comfort and peace. Jerry and Deirdre

- Jerry Gallagher, Randolph, NJ

We are saddened by Hill's passing. I am running out of cousins I care about. I pray that Hill has found peace and restful relief from all afflictions. Jim Lyon

- James Hill Lyon, Savannah, GA

So sorry for your loss........please accept my sincere condolence ...may he rest in peace

- Mohamed El Bardai, Jeddah,

Aunt Carolyn, so very sorry to hear of your beloved Hill's passing. I'm glad that you had so many blessed years together and I pray that God will flood your heart with all the best memories. Much love to all, Martha

- Martha Robertson Baker, Clemson, SC

So sorry to hear of Hill's passing. Our thoughts & prayers for Carolyn & family. The short time we knew Hill he was always friendly & pleasant. WE miss seeing him walking his dog that he enjoyed so much. He will be missed but his memories will live on in the hearts of family & friends. Prayers are with you all.

- Ken & Patsy Dasher, Savannah, GA

My condolences to Carolyn and her family. Hill will be sorely missed. May his spirit live on forever. God's peace be with his family.

- Kevin Fleming, Savannah, GA