Celebrating the life of
Gussie McVey Miller
July 08, 1919 - March 02, 2012
Savannah- Gussie Lee McVey Miller died Friday, March 2, 2012 at her home under the care of Hospice Savannah.
She was born in Emanuel County and has lived in Savannah since 1942. Gussie attended schools in Soperton, Georgia and Savannah.
Gussie retired from Memorial Medical Center after twenty nine years of service. She was one of the original Purchasing Department staff and retired as Purchasing and Material Management Director. She was previously employed by Union Camp Corporation.
Gussie was a member of White Bluff United Methodist Church, life member and past president of the Soroptomist Club, Southeast Hospital Purchasing Agents and LaVida Golf Club.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Wiley and Angie Lord McVey as well as two sisters and three brothers, also her first husband, Graham Phillips, who was the father of her son.
Surviving are her husband of forty six years, John; son, Graham Gene Phillips of Savannah; step-son, Richard W. Miller of Kenner, LA; step-daughter, Susan Moreci of Metairie, LA; nine grandchildren and nineteen great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Monday, March 5, 2012 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 6, 2012 at the Hodgson Chapel of Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors with Rev. John Haney officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens.
Remembrances may be made to White Bluff United Methodist Church, 11911 White Bluff Rd., Savannah, GA 31419 or Hospice Savannah, Inc. P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416, or donor's favorite charity.
Grandma, You were so loved by all and will be missed dearly. Your gently touch and your sweet voice will always be remembered. Thank you for all the wonderful memories and love. Love your Granddaughter, Karen With love, Paris, Shae, and Mason
- Karen, Kenner, LA
Gene, I have really fond memories of your mom and of visiting your home when we were kids. I watched my first television there with your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this time. Love, John
- John Salter, Oviedo, FL
Sorry for your lost Mr. Gussie Miller And My father In-law Richard and Daughter Sue miller.
- Marco Sosa & Jennifer Sosa, LaPlace, LA
Gene and Family, My condolences and prayers for you and your family at this time.
- Fredda Powell, Greenville, SC
Grandma, we will miss you! You have touched the lives of so many people. The world was a better place when you entered it. Fly around up there in heaven and watch over us. Love your Granddaughter, Jeannette
- Jeannette, Saint Rose, LA
Johnny and Gene, Gussie was one of our favorite people. I am so sorry for your loss.
- Joyce Weinzettel, Savannah, GA
Mrs. Miller was my Supervisor at Memorial Medical Center. She had a significant impact on my Purchasing career. I will be forever grateful. My condolences to her family.
- Irma Larrimore, Savannah, GA
Gene and family--So sorry to hear of your loss. I extend my profound sympathy and condolences to you. I will pray for you. George
- George Reid, Cary, NC
I was so saddened to hear this news. Please know that Melanie and I love and will be praying for the family.
- Steve McVey, Atlanta, GA
Loving memories for a great Mentor and example of a true Southern Lady. Will always treasure memories of trips to the beach and my first Shoneys Big Boy Whopper. Love you!Sonia
- Sonia & Greg Newsome, Swainsboro, GA
Loving thoughts of a dear friend and classmate at Oak Park School. Remembering the family in my prayers.i
- Myrtice Morris Sconyers, Swainsboro, GA
We remember Gussie Miller from the good times at LaVida Golf Couse; and at Charlie Hammock's golf parties. Gussie was one of the leaders of the Ladies League and was fun to be around. She will be missed by all. Mel Freese
- Mel and Margarete Freese, Savannah, GA
Grandma, You were so loved by all and will be missed dearly. Your gently touch and your sweet voice will always be remembered. Thank you for all the wonderful memories and love. Love your Granddaughter, Karen With love, Paris, Shae, and Mason
- Karen, Kenner, LA
Gene, I have really fond memories of your mom and of visiting your home when we were kids. I watched my first television there with your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this time. Love, John
- John Salter, Oviedo, FL
Sorry for your lost Mr. Gussie Miller And My father In-law Richard and Daughter Sue miller.
- Marco Sosa & Jennifer Sosa, LaPlace, LA
Gene and Family, My condolences and prayers for you and your family at this time.
- Fredda Powell, Greenville, SC
Grandma, we will miss you! You have touched the lives of so many people. The world was a better place when you entered it. Fly around up there in heaven and watch over us. Love your Granddaughter, Jeannette
- Jeannette, Saint Rose, LA
Johnny and Gene, Gussie was one of our favorite people. I am so sorry for your loss.
- Joyce Weinzettel, Savannah, GA
Mrs. Miller was my Supervisor at Memorial Medical Center. She had a significant impact on my Purchasing career. I will be forever grateful. My condolences to her family.
- Irma Larrimore, Savannah, GA
Gene and family--So sorry to hear of your loss. I extend my profound sympathy and condolences to you. I will pray for you. George
- George Reid, Cary, NC
I was so saddened to hear this news. Please know that Melanie and I love and will be praying for the family.
- Steve McVey, Atlanta, GA
Loving memories for a great Mentor and example of a true Southern Lady. Will always treasure memories of trips to the beach and my first Shoneys Big Boy Whopper. Love you!Sonia
- Sonia & Greg Newsome, Swainsboro, GA
Loving thoughts of a dear friend and classmate at Oak Park School. Remembering the family in my prayers.i
- Myrtice Morris Sconyers, Swainsboro, GA
We remember Gussie Miller from the good times at LaVida Golf Couse; and at Charlie Hammock's golf parties. Gussie was one of the leaders of the Ladies League and was fun to be around. She will be missed by all. Mel Freese
- Mel and Margarete Freese, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
