Celebrating the life of
Judith Orvin Coleman
October 29, 1949 - February 16, 2013
Judith Orvin Coleman, 63 yrs, of Savannah, GA passed away on February 16th, 2013 at savannah BEACH NURSING HOME under the care of United Hospice.
Judy was a graduate of H.V. Jenkins High School, Class of 1967. She was a member of the Wilmington Island United Methodist Church and previously she attended Skidaway Island United Methodist Church until her illness advanced. She also had been an avid member of the First Atlanta Baptist church where she participated in the Crusader's bible class for over 8 years while in Atlanta, Ga.
Judie had a passion for helping the sick and elderly. She worked for John Wesley retirement home and the Azalealand Nursing home using her vivacious personality to cheer all she would come in contact with while working in Savannah.
She will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, daughter and sister, and devoted Christian who loved church and family. She will also be remembered for her sense of humor and her love of the Georgia bulldogs and just life in general, especially celebrating St. Patrick's Day with her children's father Dick Coleman and family each year.
She is preceded in death by her father: Louis E. Orvin, Jr. lukie and a brother, Louis E. Orvin III, and her maternal and paternal grandparents.
She is survived by her Mother, Betty Newsome Orvin, her daughter , Priscilla Bivins, Bill, and two grandchildren, Parker and Madison of Asheville, NC; one son: Richard M Bubba Coleman of Savannah; one sister, Sandra Orvin Sikes Edward, Nieces, Kimberly Newman,Earl and Kelly Scott, all of Sav.. Stepmom, Dora Orvin of Hinesville. She also is survived by lots of aunts and uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews from the Newsome, Orvin, Fennel, Coleman and Harper descendants, and a special friend, Keith Mitchell, who helped care for her during her illness prior to going to Summer Breeze memory care unit for a short period.
Those wishing to make a donation in lieu of flowers may contribute to:
Wilmington Island United Methodist church, 195 Wilmington Island Road, Sav 31410 or
Skidaway Island United Methodist Church, , 54 Diamond cswy, Sav 31411
The Alzheimer Association of sav, 201 Television Circle, Sav 31419
The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to the church, who hosted a monthly Alzheimer Meeting, to friends who have supported us through these difficult times and to the Savannah Beach nursing Home staff, who especially showed compassion and took excellent care of our Judy. I
Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel. The funeral service will be held at Wilmington Island United Methodist Church on Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Bonaventure Cemetery.
With deepest sympathy. I'm sorry i couldn't be there.
- sadie blackie kramer, savannah, GA
With deepest sympathy. I'm sorry i couldn't be there.
- sadie blackie kramer, savannah, GA
We will never forget the kindness Judy showed our family when we moved to Savannah many years ago.While the moving van was being unpacked Judy had our children taken care of with ice cream and ready available playmates, Priscilla and Bubba. What a great neighbor and friend she was. Our sincere sympathy to the family and friends of a lovely Southern lady.
- David and Linda Wilhelm, Savannah, GA
Priscilla, Bubba and Family : I am saddened to hear of the loss that your family is enduring at this time. Judy will always hold such fond memories in my heart. We used to have so much fun with her when we were children. There is so much that I want to say but please know that I am praying for all of you at this time. The Lord is with you all and He is enjoying Judy's beautiful smile and witty humor as we enjoyed it.
- Shannon Wilkes, Savannah, GA
Dear family members of Judie: I was saddened to hear of Judie's death but I was very moved to read about the work she had done with the aged and sick. I was a year ahead of Judie at Jenkins and she was such a nice, fun and engaging person. I lost track of her over the years but it was great to see she had such an extended family that obviously loved her dearly. She will be sorely missed and my prayers and deepest sympathy goes out to those that loved her. Sincerely, Gay Mayfield
- Gay Mayfield, Savannah, GA
Dear family members of Judie: I was saddened to hear of Judie's death but I was very moved to read about the work she had done with the aged and sick. I was a year ahead of Judie at Jenkins and she was such a nice, fun and engaging person. I lost track of her over the years but it was great to see she had such an extended family that obviously loved her dearly. She will be sorely missed and my prayers and deepest sympathy goes out to those that loved her. Sincerely, Gay Mayfield
- Gay Mayfield, Savannah, GA
Dear Betty and Sandra, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time. We regret we are unable to attend Judy's services.. Judy was such a bright and shining star to everyone who knew her. Love, Audrey and Matt Matthews
- Audrey and Matt Matthews, Savannah, GA
I am so sorry for your loss. Judy was a truly caring, vivacious, wonderful person. Her smile would light up a room and everyone in it. Heaven must be a little brighter with her in it though there are holes in the hearts of family and friends left behind.
- Kathy Madden, League City, TX
Thank you Judy for touching so many lives here in Atlanta, especially the friends who hold you so dear from the Crusaders Class, First Baptist Church of Atlanta.
- Jim Brewer, Atlanta, GA
You held our hearts in your special joy and charm, you are 'Judy the Mountain Bike Lady' and we cherish the bike rides and hikes through the mountains we shared, and sitting with you in church before our Lord. With great thanksgiving, we rest in Him now and in His abundant peace.
- Jim Brewer, Denver, CO
I have such fond memories of Judy. While working with Judy at John Wesley Villas I remember Judy being so very kind to all the residents and they all loved her dearly. I am truly sorry to hear of her passing and I know she will be missed by her friends and family. With Love, Gina and Margaret Iocovozzi
- Gina Iocovozzi, Savannah, GA
We will always remember how lovingly Judy attended and cared for our father Calvin E. Lavely who also had only warm and considerate thoughts for Judy. Her concern and love for others will be missed by so many people whom she reached out to and touched each and very day in so many special ways.
- Phil & Nancy Lavely, Savannah, GA
Pat &Pam Poppell will always remember Judi. Our prayers and remembrances are with you. Lean On the Lord for strength because I know for sure he has helped me when I lost my dear husband. Strength comes from the Lord.
- Patti Griffin, Savannah, GA
Condolences to your family and friends,from your cousin Laney and her family. Fond memories of you and our childhood in Savannah.
- Elaine Packer Luring, Blossburg, PA
R.I.P Judy, i will always remember you with beautiful love and a truly special energy that so few pocess. I will miss you along with many others. kami
- kami martin, denver, CO
Remembering Judy as a part of my childhood and times spent in Savannah..such a beautiful vibrant person. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.
- Terry Garrett Webster, Adairsville, GA
My thoughts and prayers are with Judy and her family. I have wonderful memories of Judy at Jenkins, she was so much fun, she will be so sadly missed by everyone.
- Diane Robbins, Savannah, GA
We are sorry to hear of the passing of Judy. Our prayers are with your family. Judy was kind and outgoing,and was a good friend. She was the one who rushed me for our Sorority. Ed & Mary O. Merrick our parents always enjoyed the square dances with Mr. & Mrs. Orvin. They had good times when they would come to visit at our family Plantation in Bluffton. I know Judy is looking down on everyone she loved with a big smile on her face. May God bless everyone she left behind.
- Howard & Pat Canty,Merrick, BLUFFTON, SC
God bless beautiful Judi. Rest in peace, my sweet cousin.
- Judy Orvin, Atlanta, GA
Sandy, I am so sorry that Judy is gone, but know she has peace now. I'm so sorry I can't be there for her services, but will be thinking of you and your family. How lucky she was to have a big sister like you!
- Elaine Barrow, Savannah, GA
With deepest sympathy. I'm sorry i couldn't be there.
- sadie blackie kramer, savannah, GA
With deepest sympathy. I'm sorry i couldn't be there.
- sadie blackie kramer, savannah, GA
We will never forget the kindness Judy showed our family when we moved to Savannah many years ago.While the moving van was being unpacked Judy had our children taken care of with ice cream and ready available playmates, Priscilla and Bubba. What a great neighbor and friend she was. Our sincere sympathy to the family and friends of a lovely Southern lady.
- David and Linda Wilhelm, Savannah, GA
Priscilla, Bubba and Family : I am saddened to hear of the loss that your family is enduring at this time. Judy will always hold such fond memories in my heart. We used to have so much fun with her when we were children. There is so much that I want to say but please know that I am praying for all of you at this time. The Lord is with you all and He is enjoying Judy's beautiful smile and witty humor as we enjoyed it.
- Shannon Wilkes, Savannah, GA
Dear family members of Judie: I was saddened to hear of Judie's death but I was very moved to read about the work she had done with the aged and sick. I was a year ahead of Judie at Jenkins and she was such a nice, fun and engaging person. I lost track of her over the years but it was great to see she had such an extended family that obviously loved her dearly. She will be sorely missed and my prayers and deepest sympathy goes out to those that loved her. Sincerely, Gay Mayfield
- Gay Mayfield, Savannah, GA
Dear family members of Judie: I was saddened to hear of Judie's death but I was very moved to read about the work she had done with the aged and sick. I was a year ahead of Judie at Jenkins and she was such a nice, fun and engaging person. I lost track of her over the years but it was great to see she had such an extended family that obviously loved her dearly. She will be sorely missed and my prayers and deepest sympathy goes out to those that loved her. Sincerely, Gay Mayfield
- Gay Mayfield, Savannah, GA
Dear Betty and Sandra, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time. We regret we are unable to attend Judy's services.. Judy was such a bright and shining star to everyone who knew her. Love, Audrey and Matt Matthews
- Audrey and Matt Matthews, Savannah, GA
I am so sorry for your loss. Judy was a truly caring, vivacious, wonderful person. Her smile would light up a room and everyone in it. Heaven must be a little brighter with her in it though there are holes in the hearts of family and friends left behind.
- Kathy Madden, League City, TX
Thank you Judy for touching so many lives here in Atlanta, especially the friends who hold you so dear from the Crusaders Class, First Baptist Church of Atlanta.
- Jim Brewer, Atlanta, GA
You held our hearts in your special joy and charm, you are 'Judy the Mountain Bike Lady' and we cherish the bike rides and hikes through the mountains we shared, and sitting with you in church before our Lord. With great thanksgiving, we rest in Him now and in His abundant peace.
- Jim Brewer, Denver, CO
I have such fond memories of Judy. While working with Judy at John Wesley Villas I remember Judy being so very kind to all the residents and they all loved her dearly. I am truly sorry to hear of her passing and I know she will be missed by her friends and family. With Love, Gina and Margaret Iocovozzi
- Gina Iocovozzi, Savannah, GA
We will always remember how lovingly Judy attended and cared for our father Calvin E. Lavely who also had only warm and considerate thoughts for Judy. Her concern and love for others will be missed by so many people whom she reached out to and touched each and very day in so many special ways.
- Phil & Nancy Lavely, Savannah, GA
Pat &Pam Poppell will always remember Judi. Our prayers and remembrances are with you. Lean On the Lord for strength because I know for sure he has helped me when I lost my dear husband. Strength comes from the Lord.
- Patti Griffin, Savannah, GA
Condolences to your family and friends,from your cousin Laney and her family. Fond memories of you and our childhood in Savannah.
- Elaine Packer Luring, Blossburg, PA
R.I.P Judy, i will always remember you with beautiful love and a truly special energy that so few pocess. I will miss you along with many others. kami
- kami martin, denver, CO
Remembering Judy as a part of my childhood and times spent in Savannah..such a beautiful vibrant person. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.
- Terry Garrett Webster, Adairsville, GA
My thoughts and prayers are with Judy and her family. I have wonderful memories of Judy at Jenkins, she was so much fun, she will be so sadly missed by everyone.
- Diane Robbins, Savannah, GA
We are sorry to hear of the passing of Judy. Our prayers are with your family. Judy was kind and outgoing,and was a good friend. She was the one who rushed me for our Sorority. Ed & Mary O. Merrick our parents always enjoyed the square dances with Mr. & Mrs. Orvin. They had good times when they would come to visit at our family Plantation in Bluffton. I know Judy is looking down on everyone she loved with a big smile on her face. May God bless everyone she left behind.
- Howard & Pat Canty,Merrick, BLUFFTON, SC
God bless beautiful Judi. Rest in peace, my sweet cousin.
- Judy Orvin, Atlanta, GA
Sandy, I am so sorry that Judy is gone, but know she has peace now. I'm so sorry I can't be there for her services, but will be thinking of you and your family. How lucky she was to have a big sister like you!
- Elaine Barrow, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
