Celebrating the life of
George F. Schell
October 26, 1924 - December 13, 2011
Savannah, Georgia - George F. Schell, 87, died Tuesday, December 13, 2011 at St. Joseph's Hospital. He was born and raised in Jacksonville, Florida and graduated from Lee High School. After graduation, he served his country and was a decorated veteran of World War II.
Following the war, he graduated from the University of Florida, served a short time with the FBI, married Dorothy Cason of Savannah, fathered four children and was a successful business man throughout the southeast before retiring to Savannah in 1989.
He was a devoted husband and a kind and loving father and patriarch of his extended family. An avid golfer, he will be remembered by all who knew him for his warmth, his kindness and his honesty. He will be deeply missed by all.
Preceded in death by his loving wife of 51 years, Dorothy C. Schell, he is survived by his sister, Elizabeth Colyer of Ponte Vedra, FL; two sons, John Schell of Nashville, TN; Will Schell of Savannah; two daughters, Lucy Schell of Chicago, IL; and Amy Zografi of Nashville, TN.
Graveside Funeral Service: 1:30 p.m., Saturday, December 17, 2011 in Bonaventure Cemetery conducted by The Reverend Gavin G. Dunbar. The family will receive friends from 11:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel prior to the service.
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John, Lucy, Will & Amy I just now came across the obit for your father by accident, and recognized the names of the children instantly. J, L & W, I knew your family when we were kids in Savannah. I am so sorry to hear of your Fathers passing. I remember him and your Mom vividly, and will never forget the warmth & kindness they extended to me when we were young. They were two of the finest people I can ever remember knowing, and I always harbored a very reverent and deep respect for them, long after you moved away. I know the love of your father will always radiate much warmth within your hearts, and I pray this warmth will flourish and nurture a golden bounty of memories you can cherish until the day you see them both again. I am sincerely, Your old friend, George E. Edenfield
- George E Edenfield, Richmond Hill, GA
John, Will, Amy & Lucy We were saddened to learn of George's death. We looked forward to seeing him each year at the reunion and enjoyed his stories of spending summers in White Springs when he and my mother were young. He will be missed and fondly remembered by all.
- Jane & Walt Abel, Charlotte, NC
John, Will, Amy & Lucy Charles and I would like to express our sadness and condolances in the passing of your father. I only got to meet George briefly after taking over management at the end of October. I was immediately concerned and asked Charles did Mr. Schell have anyone to look after him? Charles assured me that he had two very devoted sons looking after him. Although our meeting was brief, I could tell your father was a man with a very warm and gentle spirit and he will be missed.
- Nina & Charles, Stillwater Apts, Savannah, GA
Amy, Will, John, and Lucy, We're so sorry for George's passing but I know it was a blessing that he was able to be with his family for so much of his care. Love, Geep & Tracy
- George Geep Schell, Wilmington, NC
John, Lucy, Will and Amy, We were so sad to hear about George. We always enjoyed talking with him at the reunion. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time. We will all miss him!
- Bette and Jim, Kennesaw, GA
John, Lucy, Will & Amy, I am thinking of you all and will see you soon. I love you, Duke
- Duke, ,
John, Lucy, Will & Amy I just now came across the obit for your father by accident, and recognized the names of the children instantly. J, L & W, I knew your family when we were kids in Savannah. I am so sorry to hear of your Fathers passing. I remember him and your Mom vividly, and will never forget the warmth & kindness they extended to me when we were young. They were two of the finest people I can ever remember knowing, and I always harbored a very reverent and deep respect for them, long after you moved away. I know the love of your father will always radiate much warmth within your hearts, and I pray this warmth will flourish and nurture a golden bounty of memories you can cherish until the day you see them both again. I am sincerely, Your old friend, George E. Edenfield
- George E Edenfield, Richmond Hill, GA
John, Will, Amy & Lucy We were saddened to learn of George's death. We looked forward to seeing him each year at the reunion and enjoyed his stories of spending summers in White Springs when he and my mother were young. He will be missed and fondly remembered by all.
- Jane & Walt Abel, Charlotte, NC
John, Will, Amy & Lucy Charles and I would like to express our sadness and condolances in the passing of your father. I only got to meet George briefly after taking over management at the end of October. I was immediately concerned and asked Charles did Mr. Schell have anyone to look after him? Charles assured me that he had two very devoted sons looking after him. Although our meeting was brief, I could tell your father was a man with a very warm and gentle spirit and he will be missed.
- Nina & Charles, Stillwater Apts, Savannah, GA
Amy, Will, John, and Lucy, We're so sorry for George's passing but I know it was a blessing that he was able to be with his family for so much of his care. Love, Geep & Tracy
- George Geep Schell, Wilmington, NC
John, Lucy, Will and Amy, We were so sad to hear about George. We always enjoyed talking with him at the reunion. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time. We will all miss him!
- Bette and Jim, Kennesaw, GA
John, Lucy, Will & Amy, I am thinking of you all and will see you soon. I love you, Duke
- Duke, ,
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
