Celebrating the life of
Dorothy Pauline "Polly" Pilgrim
August 31, 1925 - June 14, 2019
Savannah, GA
Mrs. Dorothy Pauline “Polly” Tarleton Pilgrim, age 93, died Friday, June 14, 2019 at Sunabella of Savannah, under the care of Compassionate Care Hospice. The Rock Hill, South Carolina native lived in various locations throughout the country, with her husband serving in the U.S. Navy, before moving to Savannah a number of years ago. She was a very active member of White Bluff United Methodist Church. She enjoyed sewing, and in the past helped her husband build seven airplanes in the garage of their home. Her husband, Samuel Walter Pilgrim, Jr. preceded her in death.
Surviving are two sons, Sam Pilgrim and David Pilgrim, both of Savannah; five grandchildren; and several great grandchildren.
A memorial service will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, June 21, 2019 at White Bluff United Methodist Church.
Memorial contributions may be made to White Bluff United Methodist Church, 11911 White Bluff Road, Savannah, GA 31419.
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.
Sam and David and your families, Miss Polly was such a special lady. She always seemed to have a smile for everyone. I know that all of you will miss her. Miss Polly did love her grandchildren so much, and there was more to love when the great children started to arrive! All of you were very special to her. May the wonder memories of her be with you always! Jane Anderson
- Jane Anderson, Savannah, Georgia
Sam, David and family. Your Mom was one of the dearest ladies I have ever known. She had a beautiful smile and such a warm personality. You were so blessed to have her in your life. Prayers are coming your way to help you through this difficult time.
- Cherie Becker, Rincon, GEORGIA
I loved watching the planes built and playing on the pinball like machines. Polly P was a great lady.
- Abda Lee Quillian, Savannah, Ga
Sam and David....deepest sympathy to you and your family on the death of your mother. Cherish your memories.
- Karl L. Martin, Savannah, Ga
Sam and David and your families, Miss Polly was such a special lady. She always seemed to have a smile for everyone. I know that all of you will miss her. Miss Polly did love her grandchildren so much, and there was more to love when the great children started to arrive! All of you were very special to her. May the wonder memories of her be with you always! Jane Anderson
- Jane Anderson, Savannah, Georgia
Sam, David and family. Your Mom was one of the dearest ladies I have ever known. She had a beautiful smile and such a warm personality. You were so blessed to have her in your life. Prayers are coming your way to help you through this difficult time.
- Cherie Becker, Rincon, GEORGIA
I loved watching the planes built and playing on the pinball like machines. Polly P was a great lady.
- Abda Lee Quillian, Savannah, Ga
Sam and David....deepest sympathy to you and your family on the death of your mother. Cherish your memories.
- Karl L. Martin, Savannah, Ga
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
