Celebrating the life of
Mary Elizabeth Harvard
December 15, 1914 - December 08, 2011
Mary Davis Kolb Harvard
Mary Davis Kolb Harvard, 96, went to Heaven the morning of December 8, 2011.
She was a resident of Habersham House.
Born in Savannah on December 15, 1914, Mrs. Harvard was one of five daughters born to Andrew Loren and Mamie Anderson Davis. She was a graduate of Savannah High School and South Georgia Teacher's College GSU.
Married to Lt. j.g. Otto F. Kolb, Jr., USN, she embarked on a life that included living in China and the Philippine Islands, returning to Savannah shortly before Pearl Harbor. Left a young war widow, Mrs. Harvard later married the late John A. Harvard in 1946.
Involved in both church and school activities, Mrs. Harvard served in leadership positions at Asbury Memorial United Methodist Church and Isle of Hope United Methodist Church where she was currently a member as well as PTA presidencies at Charles Ellis and Myers Jr. High Schools.
Always an avid competitor, Mrs. Harvard had been a masterful bridge player and faithful sports fan, especially of women's tennis. More than anything, she loved her family who enjoyed her constant encouragement and support. Her legacy as a Christian believer, a leader, as well as a servant, is enduring.
The family wishes to express heartfelt gratitude to Darlene Weaver and the entire staff of Habersham House and to Dr. Susan Catalan for their compassionate and outstanding professional care.
Mrs. Harvard is survived by two daughters, Bette Harvard Kitt Don, Fairview, NC, and Sally Harvard Scott Danny, Savannah; six grandchildren, Amanda Kitt Hale Michael, Fletcher, NC, John Kitt, Savannah, Allyson Kitt Chimento Frank, Brandon, FL, Joseph Kitt, Fairview, NC, Mary Elizabeth Scott McKnight Shane, Cumming, GA, and Ashley Scott , Savannah, and eight great-grandchildren. Mrs. Harvard is also survived by one sister, Gladys Davis Wagner, of Philadelphia, PA, and several nieces and nephews, including two special nieces, Leona Uhler, State College, PA, and Ann Adair, Cumming, GA.
Funeral Service will be held at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel, at 11:00 a.m., Monday, December 12, 2011, followed by interment at the Greenwich section of Bonaventure Cemetery.
The family will receive friends at Fox and Weeks, Islands Chapel at 10:00 a.m., Monday.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Isle of Hope United Methodist Church, Green House Project, or Hospice Savannah.
Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
Dear Sally, Jay Hall let us know about your mother's passing. It's odd the things one remembers, but my memory is spending at least one or two wonderful times at the beach house - perhaps with the MYF from Asbury? Mike and I send our best to you and your family. Pamela
- Pamela Newton Smith, Atlanta, GA
Condolences on Aunt Mary's passing. Her strength, love of life and family will live on in all who have known her. Henry and Linda Wagner
- Henry Wagner, Hershey, PA
Sally So sorry to hear about the death of your Mother. I know you will miss her but it sounds like she had a long and happy life. I didn't realise it, but your Mother and mine were in the same class at SHS. Plus, as you of course remember, we have known each other since kindergarten. Sorry we haven't seen each other in awhile. I hope you and Danny are doing well and just wanted you to know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Best regards, Robert
- Robert, Atlanta, GA
Dear Sally and Danny, So sorry to hear of your lost, your mother was one of my favorites of all my friends. She had a full life, I bet she was still playing brige. I hope you'll are doing good. My prayers are with you. Wanda Brooks
- Wanda Brooks, Savannah, GA
As a cousin of Otto Kolb, Jr., his mother was the sister of my father I wish you peace in this time of your loss. I attended the wedding of your mother to Otto, Jr. And, I am glad to learn of kin in Buncombe County.
- Jack Laughlin, Asheville, NC
Just wanted you to know how sorry we were to hear of your mothers passing. Bob and Dianne Cornwell
- Bob Cornwell, Savannah, GA
Dear Sally and Family, Please accept my sincerest condolences.
- Jay Hall, Savannah, GA
I send my sincere sympathy. I remember your mother as a lovely lady who let us have lots of fun. Fondly, Evelyn
- Evelyn Steadwell Temple, Hartwell, GA
You have my deepest condolences, Sally. She sounds like an amazing woman...not surprising with an amazing daughter like you. I am thinking of you and your family.
- Lyn Randall, Tybee Island, GA
Sally, I was very sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I would like to express my deepest sympathy. I pray that God continues to provide strength and comfort to you and your family. Love always, Yolanda & Anthony Lanier
- Yolanda P. Lanier, Savannah, GA
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Bill & Sandi
- Bill & Sandi Glass, Lawrenceville, GA
Sorrow and with sadness,our family loved her and will always remember her. Bui Family from Texas.
- Ut V Bui, Channelview, TX
Thank you dear Aunt Mary. You always made me feel so much a part of your family.
- Sandi Glass, Lawrenceville, GA
Dear Sally, Jay Hall let us know about your mother's passing. It's odd the things one remembers, but my memory is spending at least one or two wonderful times at the beach house - perhaps with the MYF from Asbury? Mike and I send our best to you and your family. Pamela
- Pamela Newton Smith, Atlanta, GA
Condolences on Aunt Mary's passing. Her strength, love of life and family will live on in all who have known her. Henry and Linda Wagner
- Henry Wagner, Hershey, PA
Sally So sorry to hear about the death of your Mother. I know you will miss her but it sounds like she had a long and happy life. I didn't realise it, but your Mother and mine were in the same class at SHS. Plus, as you of course remember, we have known each other since kindergarten. Sorry we haven't seen each other in awhile. I hope you and Danny are doing well and just wanted you to know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Best regards, Robert
- Robert, Atlanta, GA
Dear Sally and Danny, So sorry to hear of your lost, your mother was one of my favorites of all my friends. She had a full life, I bet she was still playing brige. I hope you'll are doing good. My prayers are with you. Wanda Brooks
- Wanda Brooks, Savannah, GA
As a cousin of Otto Kolb, Jr., his mother was the sister of my father I wish you peace in this time of your loss. I attended the wedding of your mother to Otto, Jr. And, I am glad to learn of kin in Buncombe County.
- Jack Laughlin, Asheville, NC
Just wanted you to know how sorry we were to hear of your mothers passing. Bob and Dianne Cornwell
- Bob Cornwell, Savannah, GA
Dear Sally and Family, Please accept my sincerest condolences.
- Jay Hall, Savannah, GA
I send my sincere sympathy. I remember your mother as a lovely lady who let us have lots of fun. Fondly, Evelyn
- Evelyn Steadwell Temple, Hartwell, GA
You have my deepest condolences, Sally. She sounds like an amazing woman...not surprising with an amazing daughter like you. I am thinking of you and your family.
- Lyn Randall, Tybee Island, GA
Sally, I was very sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I would like to express my deepest sympathy. I pray that God continues to provide strength and comfort to you and your family. Love always, Yolanda & Anthony Lanier
- Yolanda P. Lanier, Savannah, GA
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Bill & Sandi
- Bill & Sandi Glass, Lawrenceville, GA
Sorrow and with sadness,our family loved her and will always remember her. Bui Family from Texas.
- Ut V Bui, Channelview, TX
Thank you dear Aunt Mary. You always made me feel so much a part of your family.
- Sandi Glass, Lawrenceville, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
