Celebrating the life of
Alsie B. Rabun
Passed away on October 10, 2012
Alsie Imor Bateman Rabun
SAVANNAH – Alsie Imor Bateman Rabun, beloved wife of the late John Brewton Rabun, MD, died Tuesday, October 9, 2012 at Hospice Savannah. She was a devoted mother, caring sister, thoughtful daughter, delightful grandmother and great-grandmother, and sincere friend. She was a native of Waynesboro, GA but spent most of her life in Augusta, GA before moving to Savannah. She was the only daughter of the late Joseph Hayward Bateman and Minna Ruth Lively Bateman, and the sister of the late Joseph Hayward Bateman, Jr. of Augusta.
She was a member of First Baptist Church of Savannah where she was a deacon, adult Bible teacher, wedding coordinator, Bible School teacher, president of the Women's Missionary Union, and headed various committees including the 100th celebration of the W.M.U. and the 175th anniversary of the Church. She served as hospitality chair for the GA Baptist Convention many times when it met in Savannah.
She was president of the Evergreen Garden Club, and chaplain of the Garden Club of Savannah as well as program vice-president. She was most interested in schools, serving as grade mother for her son's classes through primary and secondary schools. She was honored as a life member of the Jacob G. Smith PTA. She chaired the dedication of Wilder Junior High and served as president of Savannah High School PTA. She and her husband were frequent chaperones for the Blue Jacket Band.
She was president of the Huntingdon Club, served as the corresponding secretary for many years, and was honored by the Club at an anniversary tea at Bethesda. She was president of the Auxiliary to the GA Medical Society and served two terms on the State Board. She served on the Board of the Abrams Home.
She was the first honor graduate of Waynesboro High School, attended Bessie Tift College now part of Mercer University as a Speech Major and completed requirements of the Garrett School. She was noted for her ability at writing, presenting original installations, and making even dull reports seem interesting.
Her special interests were story-telling at the children's department of the Library and coordinating and directing weddings for her church and friends in Savannah, Augusta, and Waynesboro.
She is survived by her son, John B. Rabun, Jr., and his wife Betsy Park Rabun, of Fairfax, VA; granddaughter Kristin R. Dean and husband Clark H. Dean; grandson John C. Rabun and wife Joy I. Rabun, six great grandchildren, and numerous cousins.
The family will receive friends on Friday, October 12, 2012 from 5:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, October 13, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church of Savannah. A reception will be held following the service in the church fellowship hall.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to First Baptist Church of Savannah, 223 Bull Street, Savannah, GA 31401, or Buckingham South, 5450 Abercorn Street, Savannah, GA 31405.
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Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
John, I was so sorry to learn your mother had died. I remember your mother as a class mom, who became everyone's mother. We loved her and she loved us. She was such a wonderful example of a Christian mother, wife, and servant. And she was a beautiful southern lady through and through. You are in my prayers.
- Sandy McGee Slusher, London, KY
John, So sorry for your loss. I was sharing with some friends how we used to set the speed indicator on your moms car when she picked us up from wilder. It would go off and startle her every time we did it. Funny what things you remember that make you smile. Know you have many wonderful memories. Love, Susan
- Susan Willis Brant, Columbia, SC
My thoughts and prayers are with you, John and Betsy
- Glenn Roosevelt, Louisville, KY
Dear John and Betsy, I wish I could join you in Savannah, for Alsie's services. Alsie will be happy to be with Uncle John and Hayward again. My thoughts are with you. Jeanne
- Jeanne Rabun, Roswell, GA
John, We are sorry to hear of your mom's passing. We will keep you, Betsy, and your mom in our prayers.
- Ben & Kathleen Ermini, Gainesville, VA
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mike and Susan Lively
- Mike and Susan Lively, Waynesboro, GA
Alsie was a good friend to us and to mother. She will be missed. Our sincerest condolences and love. The Fillingim family
- David Fillingim, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
To all the Rabun family: We grew up knowing Alsie and John. My father and I practiced along side John. The Rabuns were wonderful mentors and genuinely good people. We miss him and will now miss her. When my Mother died at Savannah Square we found a note written by Alsie and left at her bedside, not realizing Mother had already died. What a wonderful example of a caring friend. Our blessings for you all.
- Dr and Mrs John Fillingim, Savannah, GA
Our thoughts and prayers are extended to all of the family. Aunt Alsie will always be remembered as a Southern Lady and a very special part of our family. God Bless!
- Tim Lively, Waynesboro, GA
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of mourning. Mrs. Julian Lively and Jane Lively
- Mrs. Julian Lively, Augusta, GA
John, I was so sorry to learn your mother had died. I remember your mother as a class mom, who became everyone's mother. We loved her and she loved us. She was such a wonderful example of a Christian mother, wife, and servant. And she was a beautiful southern lady through and through. You are in my prayers.
- Sandy McGee Slusher, London, KY
John, So sorry for your loss. I was sharing with some friends how we used to set the speed indicator on your moms car when she picked us up from wilder. It would go off and startle her every time we did it. Funny what things you remember that make you smile. Know you have many wonderful memories. Love, Susan
- Susan Willis Brant, Columbia, SC
My thoughts and prayers are with you, John and Betsy
- Glenn Roosevelt, Louisville, KY
Dear John and Betsy, I wish I could join you in Savannah, for Alsie's services. Alsie will be happy to be with Uncle John and Hayward again. My thoughts are with you. Jeanne
- Jeanne Rabun, Roswell, GA
John, We are sorry to hear of your mom's passing. We will keep you, Betsy, and your mom in our prayers.
- Ben & Kathleen Ermini, Gainesville, VA
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mike and Susan Lively
- Mike and Susan Lively, Waynesboro, GA
Alsie was a good friend to us and to mother. She will be missed. Our sincerest condolences and love. The Fillingim family
- David Fillingim, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
To all the Rabun family: We grew up knowing Alsie and John. My father and I practiced along side John. The Rabuns were wonderful mentors and genuinely good people. We miss him and will now miss her. When my Mother died at Savannah Square we found a note written by Alsie and left at her bedside, not realizing Mother had already died. What a wonderful example of a caring friend. Our blessings for you all.
- Dr and Mrs John Fillingim, Savannah, GA
Our thoughts and prayers are extended to all of the family. Aunt Alsie will always be remembered as a Southern Lady and a very special part of our family. God Bless!
- Tim Lively, Waynesboro, GA
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of mourning. Mrs. Julian Lively and Jane Lively
- Mrs. Julian Lively, Augusta, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
