Celebrating the life of
Elizabeth Hale Davis Usher
June 14, 1934 - August 16, 2011
Elizabeth Hale Davis Usher
Elizabeth Hale Davis Usher died on Tuesday August 16 in New Bern, North Carolina, after a recent illness and hospitalization. She was born in Durham, North Carolina on June 14, 1934, the daughter of Helen Peabody Davis and Gifford Davis. She grew up in Durham and attended Duke University earning an AB Degree in History in 1956. While in college, she was a member of Zeta Tau Alpha sorority. She was an active supporter of Duke University, serving as the Alumni Admissions Interviewing Committee Chair from 1981-1983.
Elizabeth married Dr. Charles Usher, Jr. of Savannah, Georgia and moved to Savannah after the birth of their first son, Charles, in 1958. She reared 5 children at White Bluff, teaching them to love the salt marshes and tidal creeks. Elizabeth opened her arms wide to embrace her children's friends as well. There were many a Saturday morning you would find Elizabeth sitting on the porch having coffee with one of those friends, visiting or helping them to solve their life's problems. To know Elizabeth Usher was to be her friend. She always greeted you with her big smile, sparkling eyes and giving heart. She enjoyed gardening, boating, reading or playing bridge with her long-time bridge club friends. In the latter years her greatest joy was spending time with her children and grand children.
Elizabeth was an active member of the Isle of Hope United Methodist Church. She attended the Seekers Sunday School class. During her early years in Savannah, she was a member of the Women's Auxiliary of the Georgia Medical Society, a founding member of the "Pink Ladies" at Memorial Hospital, and involved with the Junior League of Savannah. More recently, she became involved with the Savannah Area Republican Women and volunteered at the Ronald McDonald House.
Survivors include: her sister Anne Davis, her children and their spouses; Charles and Pam Usher, Helen Usher, Gifford and Jeannine Usher, Lisa and Chan Garrison, David and Denise Usher, her grand children; Gifford Scott, Caroline Usher, Sue Scott, Robert Vickery, Gifford D. Usher, Rachel Usher, Will Garrison, Jacob Usher and Benjamin Usher.
Visitation: 5:00 – 7:00, Friday, August, 19, at Fox and Weeks, Island Chapel, Whitemarsh, Savannah, Georgia.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 20, 11am, at the Isle of Hope United Methodist Church in Savannah Georgia.
Burial at Greenwich Cemetery to follow services.
In lieu of flowers please send your remembrances to the Ronald McDonald House of the Coastal Empire, 4710 Waters Avenue, Savannah, GA 31404 or the Isle of Hope United Methodist Church/Greenhouse, 412 Parkersburg Road, Savannah, Georgia 31406.
Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
Lisa,I am so glad we got to meet your Mother, what a lovely person! Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. The Johnsons
- The Johnsons, Madison, AL
with kindest personal regards...
- Gordon Carson, MD, Richmond Hill, GA
What a great lady! The short time she shared with me are full of fond memories, yes, those porch talks have been a part of my life forever. You are all in my prayers. Forever, Larry
- Larry Delaney, St Simons Island, GA
Dearest Charles, Helen and Family, your mom truly gave the gift of 'nature appreciation' to so many of us. It is from her that I grew to appreciate and love the marsh and coast. We all will miss her. As parents now, we can continue her example. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Best to all. Sincerely, Anna-Fay Wiggers Loh and Family
- Anna-Fay Wiggers Lohn, Savanah, GA
Charles, Helen, Gifford, Lisa and David, I was so saddened to hear about your mom, Elizabeth. When I lived in Savannah she truly was my second mom. I have such fond memories of spending the night over with Lisa and our cheerleader days at Windsor Forest. I remember all the fun crab boils, sailing and just sitting down having a chat with your mom. I know she will be dearly missed. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Dottie Crow Biehl
- Dottie Crow Biehl, Charlotte, NC
Elizabeth was a beautiful lady, inside and out. We enjoyed our Seekers Sunday School Class together. She will be truly missed. Our prayers are with her family and also her many friends in their loss also. With Love, because HE first loved us. Sandi and Alan
- Sandi & ALan Beals, Savannah, GA
A friend and neighbor whom I shall certainly miss.
- Helen Lynah, Savannah, GA 31410A, GA
A dear, lovely lady. I think of her often when the daffodils are blooming in the snow. I will miss her smiling face.
- Mary Toms, Durham, NC
Elizabeth was the pretty lady on the front row of the Seekers Sunday School Class! I will miss her!
- Joe Buck, Savannah, GA
We called each other, 'my favorite cousin' - perhaps because we loved to talk and laugh, loved life, and loved each other! I have fond memories of our times together and will truly miss you! My Mother and I both admired you and loved you dearly. Cousin Anne
- Anne Browning, Midway, GA
I love you Momma. You will always be in my heart. Love, L
- Lisa Garrison, Spanish Fort, AL
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family What a great mom she was I know you will miss her Hugs the sutlive girls Kathy, Tricia, and Kristina
- kathy kane sutlive, los angeles, CA
Lisa,I am so glad we got to meet your Mother, what a lovely person! Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. The Johnsons
- The Johnsons, Madison, AL
with kindest personal regards...
- Gordon Carson, MD, Richmond Hill, GA
What a great lady! The short time she shared with me are full of fond memories, yes, those porch talks have been a part of my life forever. You are all in my prayers. Forever, Larry
- Larry Delaney, St Simons Island, GA
Dearest Charles, Helen and Family, your mom truly gave the gift of 'nature appreciation' to so many of us. It is from her that I grew to appreciate and love the marsh and coast. We all will miss her. As parents now, we can continue her example. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Best to all. Sincerely, Anna-Fay Wiggers Loh and Family
- Anna-Fay Wiggers Lohn, Savanah, GA
Charles, Helen, Gifford, Lisa and David, I was so saddened to hear about your mom, Elizabeth. When I lived in Savannah she truly was my second mom. I have such fond memories of spending the night over with Lisa and our cheerleader days at Windsor Forest. I remember all the fun crab boils, sailing and just sitting down having a chat with your mom. I know she will be dearly missed. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Dottie Crow Biehl
- Dottie Crow Biehl, Charlotte, NC
Elizabeth was a beautiful lady, inside and out. We enjoyed our Seekers Sunday School Class together. She will be truly missed. Our prayers are with her family and also her many friends in their loss also. With Love, because HE first loved us. Sandi and Alan
- Sandi & ALan Beals, Savannah, GA
A friend and neighbor whom I shall certainly miss.
- Helen Lynah, Savannah, GA 31410A, GA
A dear, lovely lady. I think of her often when the daffodils are blooming in the snow. I will miss her smiling face.
- Mary Toms, Durham, NC
Elizabeth was the pretty lady on the front row of the Seekers Sunday School Class! I will miss her!
- Joe Buck, Savannah, GA
We called each other, 'my favorite cousin' - perhaps because we loved to talk and laugh, loved life, and loved each other! I have fond memories of our times together and will truly miss you! My Mother and I both admired you and loved you dearly. Cousin Anne
- Anne Browning, Midway, GA
I love you Momma. You will always be in my heart. Love, L
- Lisa Garrison, Spanish Fort, AL
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family What a great mom she was I know you will miss her Hugs the sutlive girls Kathy, Tricia, and Kristina
- kathy kane sutlive, los angeles, CA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
