Celebrating the life of
Hoke S. Bouchillon, Jr.
November 07, 1929 - November 25, 2012
Hoke St. Clair Bouchillon, Jr.
Hoke St. Clair Bouchillon, Jr. 83 passed away Sunday night the 25th of November in Savannah, GA. With his family at his side and his wife, Marian, holding him gently. Hoke was welcomed into the arms of the Lord, his most gracious savior. Mr. Bouchillon was born November 7th, 1929 in Savannah, GA the second of three sons to Hoke S. Bouchillon, Sr. and Annie Mae Burnsed Bouchillon of Bryan County. In childhood Mr. Bouchillon lived in Savannah and briefly in Charleston. He graduated from Commercial High School where he was a Captain in the ROTC .
Beginning as a teenager in the auto collision repair field, Hoke found a talent for working with his hands and with people. In 1969 he founded Bouchillon Body Service and immediately embraced the repair of import cars imports were just coming in a big way to the Savannah Area as well as domestics. His quick wit and humor endeared him to his customers and friends and his strength of character brought trust to our repeat customers. He will be sorely missed and his vision, wisdom, and character continues to be alive and well at Bouchillon Collision to this day.
Mr. Bouchillon was a member of the Automotive Service Association serving one term as state President and selected as Outstanding Member statewide in 1977. He was one of the first nine people in the country to be certified by the ASA in both auto paint and auto body repair.
In his younger years Hoke was an avid hunter and spent much of his recreational time hunting with his sons, family and friends. He also became an accomplished golfer. His greatest passion was music. Since he was a young boy he loved the sounds of the guitar and the mandolin. He was a self-taught musician who was able to play any stringed instrument. Over the last three decades Hoke assimilated a collection of guitars, mandolins and other stringed instruments all of which he managed to play and play well. His time playing with friends on Sunday evening and a local band, The Crabettes, was most memorable as he and his wife established strong friendships while playing the old songs and hymns he loved.
Mr. Bouchillon was an active member of Savannah Christian Church where he loved and was loved immensely by his Church family. Prior to joining Savannah Christian, he was a 50 year member of Central Christian Church. Mr. Bouchillon was a member of Central Christian Church and served as a Sunday School Teacher, Deacon, Elder and Chairman of the Board.
Mr. Bouchillon leaves behind his wife of 64 years Marian and their five children, Dale Donna Bouchillon, Bonnie Bouchillon, Barbara George Summerell, Joey Christy Bouchillon and Kelly Melissa Bouchillon, seventeen grandchildren, Braydon Lowe, Allen O'Berry, Amy Thomas, Heather Rudolph, Holley Morris, Brian Summerell, Corey Summerell, Jeremy Summerell, Kathryn Summerell, Reagan Rowse, Brandon Bouchillon, Carlyne Stokes, Thaddeus Wheeler, Kelly Bouchillon, Jr., Emmaline Bouchillon, Briggs Bouchillon and Bellamy Bouchillon, and 16 great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held at Fox and Weeks Hodgson Chapel on Tuesday November 27th 5-7 PM.
Funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday November 28th at Fox and Weeks, Hodgson Chapel, followed by a private family burial.
Mr. Bouchillon's kind and generous spirit and warm sense of humor was evident in all of his relationships and experienced by those wherever he frequented…from Church, to restaurants to music stores. Mr. Bouchillon's love of his wife and family was evident in a note he left for his family ….."my single greatest blessing was finding Miss Right Marian Bazemore that set the foundation for every good thing that followed." He will be missed -while he waits for us playing his music in heaven.
In lieu of flowers, you may make a contribution to Savannah Christian Church or a charitable organization of your choice.
The family would like to express their gratitude to Dr. Paul Bradley and Dr. Mohammad Masroor for their years of extraordinary care and friendship. They are also grateful to Dr. Jennifer Yannucci and her caring staff for the treatment they gave him in his final months.
Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
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Marian and Dale, Please accept our deepest sympathy. Hoke will be deeply missed by many. God bless. Bob & Marlene
- Bob & Marlene Skiljan, Savannah, GA
Mr. Hoke, you will be missed! I loved your sense of humor and of course the connection with music. See you later. In Him, Perri Baxter
- Perri Baxter, savannah, GA
We are very Sorry to hear of your Loss. You will be in our Thoughts and Prayers. Reg & Melissa Wilbanks
- Reg Wilbanks, Claxton, GA
Sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our prayers.
- Howard & Maude Viar, Savannah, GA
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family .Mr. Hoke was a kind and special man to all that crossed his path.He will be missed dearly by many.Just think we have Hoke, Harold and Guy looking over us from heaven.
- David Williams, savnnah, GA
God bless you all. Prayers for comfort.
- Tommy and Judy Taylor, Savannah, GA
Kelly, and Melissa, we are so sorry to learn of your dad's passing. May God bless his journey home and grace your family with love and comfort.
- Jennifer Friedman and Elio Zarmati, Los Angeles, CA
Dale,my deepest sympathy to you and your family for your loss I will keep you and your family in my prayers
- Tony Mok, Savannah, GA
I met Mr Bouchillon and the Bouchillon family in 1994.They took me under their wing and taught me not only about the auto repair business but also about life.Along the way they became great friends as well. I am forever grateful for the time Mr. Bouchillon and the family invested in me.That time resulted in life lessons that I use daily. My prayers and condolences to the Bouchillon family. Heaven just gained a fine gentleman.
- Bob Brunn, Savannah, GA
Dale and Donna: Kathy and I want to express our deepest sympathy to you and your extended family for the loss of your Dad.
- Dick Berman, Savannah, GA
Dear Dale, Donna and Brayden, So sorry to hear of your loss. Hoke was a man of honor who left an imprint for good on Savannah. Sincerely, Gay & Lenny Tucciarone
- Gay&Lenny Tucciarone, Mableton, GA
Marian, Our deepest sympathy to you & your family. Your wonderful memories are treasures time can't take away. I will treasure the CD he gave me and the times we got together while visiting your lovely home and beautiful city. Take care of yourself.
- Diana & Jim Brown, Ladoga, IN
We are so sorry for your loss. We will be praying for you and your family.
- Marion Lincoln, Bloomingdale, GA
Dear Marian and Family, We were so sorry to hear of Hoke's passing.He was a true gentleman with so many friends.His love of Family was so evident and all of his dealings with business and pleasure reflected his fine character.He will be missed by many.You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
- Judy and Tom Mahoney, Savannah, GA
We are so sorry to hear of your father's passing. His kind and gentle spirit will live on through his loving family.
- Jim Toole & Sherry Williams, Savannah, GA
Mrs. Bouchillon, Dale, Barbara, Joey, & family, we are so sorry for your loss. May the wonderful memories in your hearts bring you comfort through this difficult time. God Bless your family. With deepest condolences, The Mewborn Family & The AIC Towing Family
- The Mewborn & AIC Family, Savannah, GA
Bouchillon Family Karen & I are friends of Joey & Christy. We had the pleasure of meeting Mr & Mrs Hoke Bouchillon on a visit to Savannah a couple years ago. You get a sense of what a great family someone has when you meet their parents and we felt like we had known these people all our lives after meeting them. I know your hearts are heavy and I know Mr Bouchillon will be sorely missed. You our in our thoughts and prayers. David & Karen Cicirello
- David & Karen Cicirello, Florence, SC
Kelly, Mrs Bouchillon and the entire family: My heart goes out to you on the loss of an obviously much loved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. I wish you all the peace you deserve and hope that his many memories keep you during times of sadness.
- susan craddock, savannah, GA
the always b with you lord will
- chuck chapman, brooklet, GA
Mrs. Bouchillon and Family: We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. It must be a sad time for your family and we are hopeful you are granted peace from the pain you may be feeling from losing such a loving husband, father and grandfather.
- Matt and Amy Henderson, Savannah, GA
Bouchillon Family, I first met 'Junior' at Ray Clanton Motors when he was a master painter and I was an obnoxious teenager. He treated me as a person and ignored my obvious lack of 'adultness.' He was a genuine, warm and loving person and I have followed with his children since they were teenagers. My prayers are with you all and I like to think he helped me go where I went as an adult by accepting my teenage years as 'phase.' How right he was. Thank him for his understanding and 'professorship' in life. He will be missed by all and especially the 50's teens.
- Dr. John and Alberta Fillingim, Savannah, GA
Our prayers go with the family.
- Greg and Bonnie Ricks, Savannah, GA
Marian and family- My deepest sympathy to you. You all are in my prayers. Jackie
- Jackie Carpenter Bazemore, Savannah, GA
When Dennis and I got married 42 yrs ago we had very little money and couldn't afford to go out to eat. Paying for school and just making ends meet took it all we had. Well We saved up enough to go out to eat at Red Lobster one night. When we got there we ran into the Bouchillons and said our hellos and went to our separate table. We really enjoy our meal and time out. When we were done eating and waiting for our bill, the waitress came to us with the bill but told us it had been paid. We knew who had done it and we were so thankful. That thoughtfulness made a big impression on us and we have tried to pay it forward. Thanks for being a blessing to us so many years ago. God bless Sincerely Shaaron & Dennis
- Shaaron Meeks, Savannah, GA
Dear Dale, So sorry to learn of your Father's passing. Our thoughts and hearts are with you at this time. Chris and Sara
- Chris Batha and Sara Gump, Okatie, SC
My memories go back to the early days at the Landings where Hoke and I would occasionally meet on the course, he frequently with Kelly and I with Chris and Scott. A very nice and kind man who left more than he took in his time with us.
- Clyde and Ellen Olson, savannaqh, GA
It is said that a man can be remembered for his smile,legacy and positive actions toward mankind. Mr.Bouchillon is honored for his life. I am proud to have Reagan Bouchillon Rowse as my daughter-in-law. My thoughts and prayers are with this wonderful family. In Peace, Susan K. de Vegter
- Susan de Vegter, Savannah, GA
We offer our condolences and wish to express our support for your family. What a testament, as many described a man with the utmost love and commitment to his family. Savannah will surely miss such men as Hoke Bouchillon.
- Edwin and Melinda byck, Savannah, GA
We offer our condolences and wish to express our support for your family. What a testament, as many described a man with the utmost love and commitment to his family. Savannah will surely miss such men as Hoke Bouchillon.
- Edwin and Melinda byck, Savannah, GA
Our prayers are for your family
- Randy and Judith, Daisy, GA
My heart is with all the Bouchillon family during this time.
- Alisa Cheek, Savannah, GA
Joey, very sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. My Prayers and Thoughts to you, and all of your Family... God Bless You All !
- Robbie Harvey, Savannah, GA
I came to know Mr. Bouchillon and his family through my friendship with his son Joey around 1971 or 1972. He had moved his family to Rio Vista Island where I was raised from my birth. He and his family were very warm, friendly and welcoming to me when Joey and I struck up a friendship which involved lots of time out in our boats with my brother Donnie. I always felt comfortable and welcome when I was in their home. During my high school years I had the pleasure of working part time for Mr. Bouchillon at his automotive repair business. I can remember those days working for him and with Joey and Dale and can see pictures of the things we did, in my mind, even as I write this brief message. Later in life, I remember how glad I was to be able to purchase a very nice, older model Mercedes Benz Coup from him, for my wife in 1998, as I knew what great condition it was going to be in compared to others I might have found. Most recently, during visits I make to Savannah to take care of business I have there and to see my family, I would see Mr. and Mrs. Bouchillon at Savannah Christian where I would go to church with my brother whenever I was back in Savannah. My prayers are with his sweet family as I know they will miss a fine man and a wonderful father very, very much. God bless you all.
- Robert Lee Fears, Jr., San Antonio, TX
Dale, We are very saddened to hear of the passing of your Dad. He will certainly be missed by all. We will keep the entire Bouchillon family in our prayers. Jackie and Sheila Johnson
- Jackie and Sheila Johnson, Savannah, GA
I know it's been tough but the wait is over and he is with peace. My prayers are with you and yours Marion.
- Carolyn Jenkins, Savannah, GA
I only knew him for a short time. My daughter Christy and Joey came back into my life 4yrs ago. It was Thanksgiving day when I met the whole family I was blessed and taken into the family with open arms.
- David M. Byrd, Houston, TX
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers.
- Anita Varga, Houston, TX
What a great family! Will miss seeing Mr.B at church every Sunday. May the peace that only God can give envelope your family during this difficult time.
- Jennifer Hodge, Savannah, GA
Mrs. Bouchillon & Family I'm so saddened by the passing of Mr. Bouchillon, as he was one of the finest men I've ever known. He welcomed me into the Bouchillon Body Service family 17 years ago and I have always looked up to him with the utmost respect. I pray for you to have peace and joy in your heart as you are covered with memories of love. God Bless you all, Pam
- Pam Ford, Pooler, GA
Dear Family, I was so saddened to hear about Mr. B. I know how broken your hearts are. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with each of you. I know that everyone will take good care of Mrs. Marian and each other as yal always have. Again, I am so sorry. I know he will be missed.
- Dorothy McCormack, Alpharetta, GA
Marian and Dale, Please accept our deepest sympathy. Hoke will be deeply missed by many. God bless. Bob & Marlene
- Bob & Marlene Skiljan, Savannah, GA
Mr. Hoke, you will be missed! I loved your sense of humor and of course the connection with music. See you later. In Him, Perri Baxter
- Perri Baxter, savannah, GA
We are very Sorry to hear of your Loss. You will be in our Thoughts and Prayers. Reg & Melissa Wilbanks
- Reg Wilbanks, Claxton, GA
Sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our prayers.
- Howard & Maude Viar, Savannah, GA
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family .Mr. Hoke was a kind and special man to all that crossed his path.He will be missed dearly by many.Just think we have Hoke, Harold and Guy looking over us from heaven.
- David Williams, savnnah, GA
God bless you all. Prayers for comfort.
- Tommy and Judy Taylor, Savannah, GA
Kelly, and Melissa, we are so sorry to learn of your dad's passing. May God bless his journey home and grace your family with love and comfort.
- Jennifer Friedman and Elio Zarmati, Los Angeles, CA
Dale,my deepest sympathy to you and your family for your loss I will keep you and your family in my prayers
- Tony Mok, Savannah, GA
I met Mr Bouchillon and the Bouchillon family in 1994.They took me under their wing and taught me not only about the auto repair business but also about life.Along the way they became great friends as well. I am forever grateful for the time Mr. Bouchillon and the family invested in me.That time resulted in life lessons that I use daily. My prayers and condolences to the Bouchillon family. Heaven just gained a fine gentleman.
- Bob Brunn, Savannah, GA
Dale and Donna: Kathy and I want to express our deepest sympathy to you and your extended family for the loss of your Dad.
- Dick Berman, Savannah, GA
Dear Dale, Donna and Brayden, So sorry to hear of your loss. Hoke was a man of honor who left an imprint for good on Savannah. Sincerely, Gay & Lenny Tucciarone
- Gay&Lenny Tucciarone, Mableton, GA
Marian, Our deepest sympathy to you & your family. Your wonderful memories are treasures time can't take away. I will treasure the CD he gave me and the times we got together while visiting your lovely home and beautiful city. Take care of yourself.
- Diana & Jim Brown, Ladoga, IN
We are so sorry for your loss. We will be praying for you and your family.
- Marion Lincoln, Bloomingdale, GA
Dear Marian and Family, We were so sorry to hear of Hoke's passing.He was a true gentleman with so many friends.His love of Family was so evident and all of his dealings with business and pleasure reflected his fine character.He will be missed by many.You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
- Judy and Tom Mahoney, Savannah, GA
We are so sorry to hear of your father's passing. His kind and gentle spirit will live on through his loving family.
- Jim Toole & Sherry Williams, Savannah, GA
Mrs. Bouchillon, Dale, Barbara, Joey, & family, we are so sorry for your loss. May the wonderful memories in your hearts bring you comfort through this difficult time. God Bless your family. With deepest condolences, The Mewborn Family & The AIC Towing Family
- The Mewborn & AIC Family, Savannah, GA
Bouchillon Family Karen & I are friends of Joey & Christy. We had the pleasure of meeting Mr & Mrs Hoke Bouchillon on a visit to Savannah a couple years ago. You get a sense of what a great family someone has when you meet their parents and we felt like we had known these people all our lives after meeting them. I know your hearts are heavy and I know Mr Bouchillon will be sorely missed. You our in our thoughts and prayers. David & Karen Cicirello
- David & Karen Cicirello, Florence, SC
Kelly, Mrs Bouchillon and the entire family: My heart goes out to you on the loss of an obviously much loved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. I wish you all the peace you deserve and hope that his many memories keep you during times of sadness.
- susan craddock, savannah, GA
the always b with you lord will
- chuck chapman, brooklet, GA
Mrs. Bouchillon and Family: We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. It must be a sad time for your family and we are hopeful you are granted peace from the pain you may be feeling from losing such a loving husband, father and grandfather.
- Matt and Amy Henderson, Savannah, GA
Bouchillon Family, I first met 'Junior' at Ray Clanton Motors when he was a master painter and I was an obnoxious teenager. He treated me as a person and ignored my obvious lack of 'adultness.' He was a genuine, warm and loving person and I have followed with his children since they were teenagers. My prayers are with you all and I like to think he helped me go where I went as an adult by accepting my teenage years as 'phase.' How right he was. Thank him for his understanding and 'professorship' in life. He will be missed by all and especially the 50's teens.
- Dr. John and Alberta Fillingim, Savannah, GA
Our prayers go with the family.
- Greg and Bonnie Ricks, Savannah, GA
Marian and family- My deepest sympathy to you. You all are in my prayers. Jackie
- Jackie Carpenter Bazemore, Savannah, GA
When Dennis and I got married 42 yrs ago we had very little money and couldn't afford to go out to eat. Paying for school and just making ends meet took it all we had. Well We saved up enough to go out to eat at Red Lobster one night. When we got there we ran into the Bouchillons and said our hellos and went to our separate table. We really enjoy our meal and time out. When we were done eating and waiting for our bill, the waitress came to us with the bill but told us it had been paid. We knew who had done it and we were so thankful. That thoughtfulness made a big impression on us and we have tried to pay it forward. Thanks for being a blessing to us so many years ago. God bless Sincerely Shaaron & Dennis
- Shaaron Meeks, Savannah, GA
Dear Dale, So sorry to learn of your Father's passing. Our thoughts and hearts are with you at this time. Chris and Sara
- Chris Batha and Sara Gump, Okatie, SC
My memories go back to the early days at the Landings where Hoke and I would occasionally meet on the course, he frequently with Kelly and I with Chris and Scott. A very nice and kind man who left more than he took in his time with us.
- Clyde and Ellen Olson, savannaqh, GA
It is said that a man can be remembered for his smile,legacy and positive actions toward mankind. Mr.Bouchillon is honored for his life. I am proud to have Reagan Bouchillon Rowse as my daughter-in-law. My thoughts and prayers are with this wonderful family. In Peace, Susan K. de Vegter
- Susan de Vegter, Savannah, GA
We offer our condolences and wish to express our support for your family. What a testament, as many described a man with the utmost love and commitment to his family. Savannah will surely miss such men as Hoke Bouchillon.
- Edwin and Melinda byck, Savannah, GA
We offer our condolences and wish to express our support for your family. What a testament, as many described a man with the utmost love and commitment to his family. Savannah will surely miss such men as Hoke Bouchillon.
- Edwin and Melinda byck, Savannah, GA
Our prayers are for your family
- Randy and Judith, Daisy, GA
My heart is with all the Bouchillon family during this time.
- Alisa Cheek, Savannah, GA
Joey, very sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. My Prayers and Thoughts to you, and all of your Family... God Bless You All !
- Robbie Harvey, Savannah, GA
I came to know Mr. Bouchillon and his family through my friendship with his son Joey around 1971 or 1972. He had moved his family to Rio Vista Island where I was raised from my birth. He and his family were very warm, friendly and welcoming to me when Joey and I struck up a friendship which involved lots of time out in our boats with my brother Donnie. I always felt comfortable and welcome when I was in their home. During my high school years I had the pleasure of working part time for Mr. Bouchillon at his automotive repair business. I can remember those days working for him and with Joey and Dale and can see pictures of the things we did, in my mind, even as I write this brief message. Later in life, I remember how glad I was to be able to purchase a very nice, older model Mercedes Benz Coup from him, for my wife in 1998, as I knew what great condition it was going to be in compared to others I might have found. Most recently, during visits I make to Savannah to take care of business I have there and to see my family, I would see Mr. and Mrs. Bouchillon at Savannah Christian where I would go to church with my brother whenever I was back in Savannah. My prayers are with his sweet family as I know they will miss a fine man and a wonderful father very, very much. God bless you all.
- Robert Lee Fears, Jr., San Antonio, TX
Dale, We are very saddened to hear of the passing of your Dad. He will certainly be missed by all. We will keep the entire Bouchillon family in our prayers. Jackie and Sheila Johnson
- Jackie and Sheila Johnson, Savannah, GA
I know it's been tough but the wait is over and he is with peace. My prayers are with you and yours Marion.
- Carolyn Jenkins, Savannah, GA
I only knew him for a short time. My daughter Christy and Joey came back into my life 4yrs ago. It was Thanksgiving day when I met the whole family I was blessed and taken into the family with open arms.
- David M. Byrd, Houston, TX
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers.
- Anita Varga, Houston, TX
What a great family! Will miss seeing Mr.B at church every Sunday. May the peace that only God can give envelope your family during this difficult time.
- Jennifer Hodge, Savannah, GA
Mrs. Bouchillon & Family I'm so saddened by the passing of Mr. Bouchillon, as he was one of the finest men I've ever known. He welcomed me into the Bouchillon Body Service family 17 years ago and I have always looked up to him with the utmost respect. I pray for you to have peace and joy in your heart as you are covered with memories of love. God Bless you all, Pam
- Pam Ford, Pooler, GA
Dear Family, I was so saddened to hear about Mr. B. I know how broken your hearts are. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with each of you. I know that everyone will take good care of Mrs. Marian and each other as yal always have. Again, I am so sorry. I know he will be missed.
- Dorothy McCormack, Alpharetta, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
