Celebrating the life of
Marjorie Ann Dotson Gruver
October 17, 1925 - June 11, 2012
Marjorie Ann Dotson Gruver "Margie", devoted mother and grandmother, passed away on June 11, 2012 at the age of 86.
She was a descendant of the Seckinger Clan of Salzburgers and a lifelong resident of Savannah. Born October 17, 1925 as the youngest child to Richard "Bummy" & Emma Beulah Dotson in Savannah, she graduated from Savannah High School & later followed the love of her life, Rufus Lester Gruver, Jr. to Washington, DC where they were married on February 17, 1943. She lived in Phoenix, AZ, Pittsburgh, PA, & Waycross and finally Macon Georgia where she was widowed and returned to her hometown. She worked for C&S Bank for many years and retired from the accounting department with Belk's of Savannah. Margie was a President of the Savannah Jaycettes and a longtime member of St. Michael's and All Angels Episcopal Church where she served on the altar guild and was a member of the St. Martha's Guild. She always knew how to have a good time whether it was dancing the night away or being surrounded by friends or family. While in Waycross, she was a member of both the Dixie Dancers and Swamp Stompers Square Dance Groups. Her love for needlepoint and ceramics gave us many creations that were in her house or given to friends and family. Gardening was another love and you would sometimes find her out in her yard on a hot day planting and trying to get rid of the weeds to make her lawn and garden perfect. When not finding her playing cards, especially canasta, with her weekly card group, she was an avid reader and traveler having been a host with Jim Lanier Tours, traveling to many states and countries. You could also catch her filling out crossword puzzles, often depending on her dictionary or calling on family for help with a word. She will be remembered most for her love of butterflies as she always carried one on her shoulder.
She is preceded in death by her parents Richard and Emma, sisters Dorothy and Muriel, and husband Lester and is survived by her son, Donald Louis Gruver, Sr. & wife Kathy of Savannah, daughter Patricia "Patty" of Savannah, son Richard "Ricky" Charles Christian Gruver & wife Kathy of Roswell, GA, niece Kathy Pinner of Charleston, SC as well as 6 Grandchildren, D. Louis Gruver, Jr. of Atlanta, William Gruver of Savannah, and Brendan, Christian, Connor and Lucas Gruver all of Roswell, GA.
Graveside funeral will be held at Greenwich Cemetery on Saturday, June 30th at 2pm with a celebration of life reception to be held following the service at St. Michaels & All Angels Episcopal Church at 3101 Waters Avenue corner of Washington & Waters Ave.
In lieu of flowers, you may send a donation to the Altar Guild at St. Michaels & All Angels Episcopal Church in memory of Margie.
Margie was a very dear and special friend to me for a long time. We shared so many momensts of laughter as well as sadness. My best travel memories are definitely from the trips I made with Margie. We went to Alaska, Hawaii, New York, Canadian Rockies and lots of other places. She made each trip more exciting and memorable for me. She was a great friend, a great travel companion and I miss her already. My thoughts and pryers are with Ricky, Donnie and Patti ae well as their families. I will think of your mom often and miss her greatly. She was one great lady. - Rest in Peache my friend- Mildred Bergman
- Mildred Bergman, Savannah, GA
Margie was a good friend and neighbor and she was a wonderful poll manager years ago. We shared a lot of laughs and I shall miss her very much. See you in heaven, dear lady.
- Jane Brewer, , GA
Margie' was Ricky's mother to the Moye kids, we got into lots a mischief with Ricky but she and my Mom tried to keep a tight rein on us during the 'Mayfair' days. Love and hugs to the whole family on your loss. Sincerely, Melodie
- Melodie M. Moore, Savannah, GA
Ricky and Donnie, So sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
- Susan and Robert Koss, Albuquerque, NM
GOODBYE TO A LONG TIME FRIEND
- Ruth Fincher, SAVANNAH, GA
Margie was a very dear and special friend to me for a long time. We shared so many momensts of laughter as well as sadness. My best travel memories are definitely from the trips I made with Margie. We went to Alaska, Hawaii, New York, Canadian Rockies and lots of other places. She made each trip more exciting and memorable for me. She was a great friend, a great travel companion and I miss her already. My thoughts and pryers are with Ricky, Donnie and Patti ae well as their families. I will think of your mom often and miss her greatly. She was one great lady. - Rest in Peache my friend- Mildred Bergman
- Mildred Bergman, Savannah, GA
Margie was a good friend and neighbor and she was a wonderful poll manager years ago. We shared a lot of laughs and I shall miss her very much. See you in heaven, dear lady.
- Jane Brewer, , GA
Margie' was Ricky's mother to the Moye kids, we got into lots a mischief with Ricky but she and my Mom tried to keep a tight rein on us during the 'Mayfair' days. Love and hugs to the whole family on your loss. Sincerely, Melodie
- Melodie M. Moore, Savannah, GA
Ricky and Donnie, So sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
- Susan and Robert Koss, Albuquerque, NM
GOODBYE TO A LONG TIME FRIEND
- Ruth Fincher, SAVANNAH, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
