Celebrating the life of
Charles Talmadge Lamb
Passed away on October 03, 2013
Sylvania, GA – Charles Talmadge Lamb, born in Garfield, Georgia and longtime resident of Savannah and Wilmington Island, died at the age of 92, Thursday, October 3, 2013. He was preceded in death by his wife of sixty years, Frances Juanita Ward Lamb, his parents, Charlie Lee Lamb and Mamie Irene Brown Lamb of Garden City, two brothers, Charlie Carvin Lamb of Garden City and Artie Lee Lamb of Anderson, SC.
He is survived by three children, Patricia Lamb Vickstrom of Whitehouse, TN; Charles Ray Lamb, Sr. Diana of Sylvania, GA; Michael Talmadge Lamb, Sr. of Shellman Bluff, GA; two sisters, Zona Lamb Strickland of Garden City, GA; Betty Lamb Gustafson of Sylvania, GA; one brother, Kenny Lamb of Bentonville, AR; seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren a special thanks to a special granddaughter, Jessica Lamb of Sylvania, GA and several nieces and nephews.
He was a retired member of Sheet Metal Local 86 of Savannah with fifty plus years. He retired as shop supervisor at Plant Vogtle. He was known as "Pappy" Lamb.
He mobilized with "B" Battery 118th F.A. and went to Ft. Jackson, SC. He transferred to the parachute troops in May 1942 and served with the 502 Parachute Infantry 101st Airborne Division throughout World War II. He was a Tech IV and qualified rigger and repairman. He served in Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, England, Belgium, Holland and France. He received the parachute and combat infantry badge. He was and expert rifleman and received two presidential unit citations and a half cup of fruit cocktail. He helped reorganize "B" 230th Field Artillery in Forsyth Park after World War II and he attained the rank of Master Sergeant. He was a life member of the Savannah Volunteer Guards and served on the Board of Directors for a few years.
In the past, he participated in several types of sports. He enjoyed fishing, playing the harmonica and going to Tybee
The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m., Monday, October 7, 2013 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
A short graveside prayer service will be given by Rev. Dennis Maddox at 1:00 p.m., Monday, October 7, 2013 at Hillcrest Abbey Memorial Park near the main office.
Please sign our online guestbook at www.foxandweeks.com
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
Pop' was a wonderful father-in-law, and was also a good friend. During the 1980's and 90s we saw each other regulary. We took a memorable trip to New York one year and walked all over the city. I love Pope and miss him and pray for the family. Tom
- Tom Vickstrom, Nashville, TN
May You rest in Peace!!!
- Pamela Bradley, Guyton, GA
DD, My sincere condolences to you and your family on the loss of your father-in-law. JM St. Marys, GA
- Jay Moreno, St. Marys, GA
I have many fond memories of family gatherings at Uncle Talmadge & Aunt Juanita's home on Wilmington Island. When Dave & I started dating and he started attending the family reunions he always enjoyed hanging out and talking to Uncle Talmadge. I remember Dave asking, 'Will Talmadge be there'? Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone during this difficult time. Love ya'll! Dave, Traci & Carson Vescovi and Doug Garner
- Traci Vescovi, Pinellas Park, FL
Pop' was a wonderful father-in-law, and was also a good friend. During the 1980's and 90s we saw each other regulary. We took a memorable trip to New York one year and walked all over the city. I love Pope and miss him and pray for the family. Tom
- Tom Vickstrom, Nashville, TN
May You rest in Peace!!!
- Pamela Bradley, Guyton, GA
DD, My sincere condolences to you and your family on the loss of your father-in-law. JM St. Marys, GA
- Jay Moreno, St. Marys, GA
I have many fond memories of family gatherings at Uncle Talmadge & Aunt Juanita's home on Wilmington Island. When Dave & I started dating and he started attending the family reunions he always enjoyed hanging out and talking to Uncle Talmadge. I remember Dave asking, 'Will Talmadge be there'? Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone during this difficult time. Love ya'll! Dave, Traci & Carson Vescovi and Doug Garner
- Traci Vescovi, Pinellas Park, FL
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
