Celebrating the life of
Eleanor D. Dykes
February 19, 1922 - January 17, 2012
Eleanor Denmark Dykes
Eleanor Denmark Dykes, 89 passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at Spanish Oaks Retreat and Hospice. She was born February 19, 1922 to the late Clarence and Kate Denmark. She was an active member of the Savannah Progressive Primitive Baptist Church and was retired from the Interstate Life and Accident Insurance Company, now the American General Life Insurance Company, as the office manager. She was an active Bridge player since the age of thirteen, and loved entertaining her family and friends in her home. As a Christian, God blessed her with the gift of hospitality.
She was preceded in death by her husband, James Robert Dykes.
She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, James "Jim" and Sandra Dykes, of Cumming, GA, and Allen and Susan Dykes, of Adrian, GA., also four grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Thursday January 19, 2012 and 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., Friday, January 20, 2012 at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
Funeral Service will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, January 20, 2012 at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel with The Reverend Ron Yeakle officiating.
Burial will be in Hillcrest Abbey Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Savannah Progressive Primitive Baptist Church, 309 Tibet Ave, P.O. Box 60006, Savannah, Ga 31420-0006, or Spanish Oaks Retreat and Hospice, 8510 Whitefield Ave, Savannah, GA 31406-6137.
Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
So saddened, but eternally grateful, of your mom's death. What a true lady she was. We always had fun when she came out to work, or called on the phone. I will never forget she lent me her car to follow my x-husband to see where he was running around to. She wanted to go so bad but Mr. Dykes wouldn't let her. We always laughed about that. Such a gracious person and I adored her very much. She is in heaven now with my Tommy. i know they have seen each other by now and are laughing and praising Jesus. God bless you and your family. Cathye Rhodes
- Cathye Rhodes, Pt. Wentworth, GA
Praying that God will give you comfort and peace as you celebrate the life of Mrs Dykes and trust in the hope that faith in Jesus brings.
- John & Carol Thompson, Emanuel County, GA
We just wanted to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you today as you say your final goodbyes. We wish we could be there in person but are unable to do so.
- Bill and Carole Steedley, Swainsboro, GA
Mrs. Eleanor was a sweet and caring lady. I will always remember how good she was to my motherMartha Summerlin. You are all in my thought's and prayer's.
- Donna and George Nutter, Richmond Hill, Ga., GA
To Allen,Susan and all the family, My prayers and condolenses are with you. Mrs. Eleanor Dykes was such a sweet lady and a wonderful God bless you both. Lauren
- Lauren Anderson, Savannah, GA
We join you in your sorrow at this time. Praying for you both. Love, Clair and Elizabeth
- Clair and Elizabeth Black, Swainsboro, GA
JIMMY AND ALLEN UNABLE TO COME TO VISATATION OR THE FUNERAL. I HAVE WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF ELEANOR AND BOTH YOUR GRANDPARENTS. I WAS YOUNG WHEN THEY BOTH DIED BUT REMEMBER GOING TO THE HOUSE IN SAVANNAH ON MANY OCCASSONS THE ONE I REMEMBER THE MOST WAS WHEN I WAS JUST A TODDLER LOCKING MYSELF IN THE BATHROOM AND UNABLE TO GET OUT AUNT KATE HAD TO TALK ME OUT. I NEVER DID THAT AGAIN.
- ERA CAY JOYNER, BROOKLET, GA
Allen, Sorry we were unable to attend the service. Our prayers are with you and your family. Chris, Stasia, Alyssa, & Collin Marburger.
- Chris Marburger & Family, Pooler, GA
Allen and Jim, I want to extend my sincere sympathy to you and your families. I worked with Eleanor from 1965 to 1975 at Interstate. She was a wonderful person and very proud of you boys. I always enjoyed being around her and we kept up with each other for a long time. She would kept me up on your families and all the good times you had. I know she will be missed by many and especially by her family. Mary Ann
- Mary Ann Allen, Richmond Hill, GA
So saddened, but eternally grateful, of your mom's death. What a true lady she was. We always had fun when she came out to work, or called on the phone. I will never forget she lent me her car to follow my x-husband to see where he was running around to. She wanted to go so bad but Mr. Dykes wouldn't let her. We always laughed about that. Such a gracious person and I adored her very much. She is in heaven now with my Tommy. i know they have seen each other by now and are laughing and praising Jesus. God bless you and your family. Cathye Rhodes
- Cathye Rhodes, Pt. Wentworth, GA
Praying that God will give you comfort and peace as you celebrate the life of Mrs Dykes and trust in the hope that faith in Jesus brings.
- John & Carol Thompson, Emanuel County, GA
We just wanted to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you today as you say your final goodbyes. We wish we could be there in person but are unable to do so.
- Bill and Carole Steedley, Swainsboro, GA
Mrs. Eleanor was a sweet and caring lady. I will always remember how good she was to my motherMartha Summerlin. You are all in my thought's and prayer's.
- Donna and George Nutter, Richmond Hill, Ga., GA
To Allen,Susan and all the family, My prayers and condolenses are with you. Mrs. Eleanor Dykes was such a sweet lady and a wonderful God bless you both. Lauren
- Lauren Anderson, Savannah, GA
We join you in your sorrow at this time. Praying for you both. Love, Clair and Elizabeth
- Clair and Elizabeth Black, Swainsboro, GA
JIMMY AND ALLEN UNABLE TO COME TO VISATATION OR THE FUNERAL. I HAVE WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF ELEANOR AND BOTH YOUR GRANDPARENTS. I WAS YOUNG WHEN THEY BOTH DIED BUT REMEMBER GOING TO THE HOUSE IN SAVANNAH ON MANY OCCASSONS THE ONE I REMEMBER THE MOST WAS WHEN I WAS JUST A TODDLER LOCKING MYSELF IN THE BATHROOM AND UNABLE TO GET OUT AUNT KATE HAD TO TALK ME OUT. I NEVER DID THAT AGAIN.
- ERA CAY JOYNER, BROOKLET, GA
Allen, Sorry we were unable to attend the service. Our prayers are with you and your family. Chris, Stasia, Alyssa, & Collin Marburger.
- Chris Marburger & Family, Pooler, GA
Allen and Jim, I want to extend my sincere sympathy to you and your families. I worked with Eleanor from 1965 to 1975 at Interstate. She was a wonderful person and very proud of you boys. I always enjoyed being around her and we kept up with each other for a long time. She would kept me up on your families and all the good times you had. I know she will be missed by many and especially by her family. Mary Ann
- Mary Ann Allen, Richmond Hill, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
