Celebrating the life of
Katie M. Loper
April 01, 1921 - October 05, 2011
SAVANNAH – Katie M. Loper, 90, passed away October 5, 2011 in Savannah, GA.
Born on April 1, 1921 to Samuel and Eva Moody, she grew up in Savannah and worked as a beautician. She loved to cook and was always kind, loving, giving, and seeing to the needs of others. Mrs. Loper was a member of Calvary Baptist Temple.
She is survived by her sister, Monice Hohnerlein of Savannah; her sons, James H. Banks of Atlanta and Edwin Loper Ann of Ohio; her daughter Mary Gail Loper of Savannah; a step-son, Gary Loper Judy of Claxton, GA; and several nieces, nephews, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her parents, Samuel and Eva Moody of Claxton, her husband, Cleo Loper; and her sister, Vivian Turpin of Summerville, GA.
The funeral service will be at 12:00 Noon on Monday, October 10, 2011, in the Hodgson Chapel of Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors. The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 Noon.
Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Memory Gardens.
The family suggests any remembrances be made to Hospice Savannah, P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416.
Sorry for your loss,know you will miss her.I am Tim Lautner,Stephen Lautner's brother who is friends with Jim.
- Tim & Judy Lautner, Champaign, IL
To Edwin and other family members, My condolences to you and your family on the passing of your mother. Your mom was one of the sweetest ladys Ive know. The Lord has taken the pain away from one more wonderful lady. I still miss mama like it was yesterday. We know they are in a better place now. Richard said he got to talk to you the other day. Im so glad he did. Again, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care and God Bless, Frances and Bobby Kennedy & Family
- FRANCES THOMSON KENNEDY, REIDSVILLE, GA
I see many traits in Jim that came from you. Your ability to put others at ease with soft giggle; always looking presentable with a well thought-out outfit; not complaining; giving loving comfort to Gail. These are the things I'll keep in my memory.
- Stephen Lautner, Atlanta, GA
Although we didn't spend much time together, I always knew you loved our family very much. Grand daddy loved you very much. I hope you are at peace now and may God be with you. We love you. Stormie and Kevin
- Stormie Loper Taylor, Claxton, GA
Sorry for your loss,know you will miss her.I am Tim Lautner,Stephen Lautner's brother who is friends with Jim.
- Tim & Judy Lautner, Champaign, IL
To Edwin and other family members, My condolences to you and your family on the passing of your mother. Your mom was one of the sweetest ladys Ive know. The Lord has taken the pain away from one more wonderful lady. I still miss mama like it was yesterday. We know they are in a better place now. Richard said he got to talk to you the other day. Im so glad he did. Again, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care and God Bless, Frances and Bobby Kennedy & Family
- FRANCES THOMSON KENNEDY, REIDSVILLE, GA
I see many traits in Jim that came from you. Your ability to put others at ease with soft giggle; always looking presentable with a well thought-out outfit; not complaining; giving loving comfort to Gail. These are the things I'll keep in my memory.
- Stephen Lautner, Atlanta, GA
Although we didn't spend much time together, I always knew you loved our family very much. Grand daddy loved you very much. I hope you are at peace now and may God be with you. We love you. Stormie and Kevin
- Stormie Loper Taylor, Claxton, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
