Celebrating the life of
Shirley Lowell Blakewood
March 15, 1927 - March 07, 2013
Mrs. Shirley Lowell Blakewood of Savannah passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Hospice Savannah on March 7, 2013 at the age of 85.
She grew up in Savannah and graduated from Savannah High School. She was an art major at Wesleyan College in Macon, GA. As a young wife and mother she was active in the PTA, Jaycettes, various bridge clubs and garden clubs. She was an accomplished artist and seamstress and was on the flower guild at St. John's Episcopal Church. She was a master gardener and enjoyed making pottery until her last few weeks of life. After the death of her husband, she traveled extensively all over the world. She was a retired bookkeeper of Blakewood Business Forms, Inc. of Savannah. She was a former member of The Savannah Yacht Club, The German Country Club, The First City Club, The Isle of Hope Garden Club, and The Landings Club. She spent her last years at the Landings in various bridge, poker, lunch, and social clubs. She then moved to The Marshes on Skidaway Island. She enjoyed playing "31", Mexican train dominos, poker, bridge, fine dining, and her favorite hobby, making pottery. She loved watching Georgia football and spending time at Tybee with friends. She was independent, strong, fun, young at heart and intelligent.
She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 46 years, Richard Arthur Blakewood. Mrs. Blakewood is survived by her two sons, Richard Lowell Blakewood Becky, James Charles Blakewood Karen, and her daughter, Shirley Blakewood Grotheer Bill. She is also survived by seven grandchildren, Jennifer Mims Brian, Kathryn Hayes Hal, Richard Blakewood Jessica, Rebecca Lunz Jason, and Kristen, Julie, and Jimmy Blakewood. She leaves seven great-grandchildren, Will, Matthew, Jack and Mary Blake Mims, Hank and Ella Hayes, and Lillian Blakewood.
A memorial service will be held March 9, 2013 at 2:30 p.m. at St. John's Episcopal Church, 1 West Macon Street with a visitation immediately following at the Green Meldrim House.
Remembrances can be made to Hospice Savannah, P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416.
The painting of the marsh that Shirley made for my wedding gift is a treasured possession. I fondly remember her every time I look at it. My condolences, Mo Farrell
- Maureen Eason, Savannah, GA
I have fond memories of the many times Louise and I spent with Shirley and Dick. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
- Bill Bennett, savannah, GA
I used to see Shirley at The Landings' Fitness Center and, later on, in the hallways at The Marshes and we always talked for a bit. She always had a smile and such a positive, beneficial aura about her. This was one beautiful lady, inside and out. My heartfelt condolences to her family.
- Susana Bourland, Savannah, GA
Have your family in our prayers at this difficult time. The times I was around Grandma Shirley I remember her as making life fun and festive. Know she will be truly missed, but thankful she is now at peace
- Lorraine Golds, Wilkesboro, NC
Richard, Sissie, and Jimmy, We are so sorry for you loss. It's difficult to express my feelings since I've known your mom all my life. But to me our mother's relationship will stay in my memory forever. They had a exceptionally loving relationship while being as honest with each other as possible. And the fun those gals had throughout their live, my, my.. One more thing Shirley was an exceptionally gifted storyteller,I cannot recall the number of guffaws she elicited from me with the tales of her exploits with Billie Sue and the rest of their cabal. She will be missed With our sympathies Will and trisha Sheahan
- WILLIAM SHEAHAN, athens, GA
My heart breaks for all of the people who knew this wonderful lady. She was by far one of the kindest, most enjoyable souls to know and love. I've known Shirley for many years and have in my possession one of her famous pieces of pottery; which I will treasure. My sincere condolences to all the family. Margaret
- Margaret Vincenti, Svannah, GA
I will always remember how much fun it was to travel with Shirley. It was a pleasure to be with her and she will really be missed. Thoughts and prayers are with the family.
- Ruth Fincher, SAVANNAH, GA
Our sincere condolences to the family Peter Tassey and Margarita Salas
- Peter Salas, Savannah, GA
Dear Shirley and Family, I was so sorry to hear about your mother. I know how devoted you were to her and will miss her terribly, but it is so comforting to know that she is in heaven with God and your Dad again. Please know that I am thinking about you all and keeping you in my prayers. Love to you, Bill, Jennifer and Kathryn.
- Jan Crawford, Savannah, GA
Grandma Shirley was a remarkable woman. It was a pleasure to be around her. She truly loved her family and her friends. Please know that I am thinking of all of you during this difficult time. She will always be watching over those she loved.
- Ann Richardson, Matthews, NC
Grandma Shirley was a remarkable woman. It was a pleasure to be around her. She truly loved her family and her friends. Please know that I am thinking of all of you during this difficult time. She will always be watching over those she loved.
- Ann Richardson, Matthews, NC
Shirley was indomitable,always smiling, always doing something,always a pleasure to meet. I got to know Shirley through bridge at the Landings and saw her again as she wheeled around quickly and purposefully through the hallways at the Marshes. She was indeed a joy to know. My sincere condolences on her passing.
- Jackie Spivak, Savannah, GA
Please accept my sincerest condolences.
- Jay Hall, Savannah, GA
Please know how very fond of your mom we were. We always enjoyed her New Years parties and lively conversations. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers.
- Ray and Cheri Phillips, Savannah, GA
Jim: She was as close to my mom as anyone could be. The world will be a little less without her. I am so sorry for your loss but I know she is home. God bless you amd your family. Your Childhood Friend, Drew
- Drew McCuen, Savannah, GA
Jim, How ironic to lose 2 of the Mayfair greats at the same time. Some of my best memories were at The Blakewood house on N Camden. Your mom and dad were truly special people that I will always remember. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Tom
- Tom Brennan, Atlantic Beach, FL
The painting of the marsh that Shirley made for my wedding gift is a treasured possession. I fondly remember her every time I look at it. My condolences, Mo Farrell
- Maureen Eason, Savannah, GA
I have fond memories of the many times Louise and I spent with Shirley and Dick. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
- Bill Bennett, savannah, GA
I used to see Shirley at The Landings' Fitness Center and, later on, in the hallways at The Marshes and we always talked for a bit. She always had a smile and such a positive, beneficial aura about her. This was one beautiful lady, inside and out. My heartfelt condolences to her family.
- Susana Bourland, Savannah, GA
Have your family in our prayers at this difficult time. The times I was around Grandma Shirley I remember her as making life fun and festive. Know she will be truly missed, but thankful she is now at peace
- Lorraine Golds, Wilkesboro, NC
Richard, Sissie, and Jimmy, We are so sorry for you loss. It's difficult to express my feelings since I've known your mom all my life. But to me our mother's relationship will stay in my memory forever. They had a exceptionally loving relationship while being as honest with each other as possible. And the fun those gals had throughout their live, my, my.. One more thing Shirley was an exceptionally gifted storyteller,I cannot recall the number of guffaws she elicited from me with the tales of her exploits with Billie Sue and the rest of their cabal. She will be missed With our sympathies Will and trisha Sheahan
- WILLIAM SHEAHAN, athens, GA
My heart breaks for all of the people who knew this wonderful lady. She was by far one of the kindest, most enjoyable souls to know and love. I've known Shirley for many years and have in my possession one of her famous pieces of pottery; which I will treasure. My sincere condolences to all the family. Margaret
- Margaret Vincenti, Svannah, GA
I will always remember how much fun it was to travel with Shirley. It was a pleasure to be with her and she will really be missed. Thoughts and prayers are with the family.
- Ruth Fincher, SAVANNAH, GA
Our sincere condolences to the family Peter Tassey and Margarita Salas
- Peter Salas, Savannah, GA
Dear Shirley and Family, I was so sorry to hear about your mother. I know how devoted you were to her and will miss her terribly, but it is so comforting to know that she is in heaven with God and your Dad again. Please know that I am thinking about you all and keeping you in my prayers. Love to you, Bill, Jennifer and Kathryn.
- Jan Crawford, Savannah, GA
Grandma Shirley was a remarkable woman. It was a pleasure to be around her. She truly loved her family and her friends. Please know that I am thinking of all of you during this difficult time. She will always be watching over those she loved.
- Ann Richardson, Matthews, NC
Grandma Shirley was a remarkable woman. It was a pleasure to be around her. She truly loved her family and her friends. Please know that I am thinking of all of you during this difficult time. She will always be watching over those she loved.
- Ann Richardson, Matthews, NC
Shirley was indomitable,always smiling, always doing something,always a pleasure to meet. I got to know Shirley through bridge at the Landings and saw her again as she wheeled around quickly and purposefully through the hallways at the Marshes. She was indeed a joy to know. My sincere condolences on her passing.
- Jackie Spivak, Savannah, GA
Please accept my sincerest condolences.
- Jay Hall, Savannah, GA
Please know how very fond of your mom we were. We always enjoyed her New Years parties and lively conversations. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers.
- Ray and Cheri Phillips, Savannah, GA
Jim: She was as close to my mom as anyone could be. The world will be a little less without her. I am so sorry for your loss but I know she is home. God bless you amd your family. Your Childhood Friend, Drew
- Drew McCuen, Savannah, GA
Jim, How ironic to lose 2 of the Mayfair greats at the same time. Some of my best memories were at The Blakewood house on N Camden. Your mom and dad were truly special people that I will always remember. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Tom
- Tom Brennan, Atlantic Beach, FL
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
