Celebrating the life of
George William Zeigler, Jr.
September 28, 1939 - March 06, 2011
George W. Zeigler, Jr., 71, died Sunday, March 6, 2011 at Memorial Hospital. Mr. Zeigler was born in Savannah, Georgia on September 28, 1939, the son of the late Maggie and George W. Zeigler. He was raised in Bloomingdale where he resided until age 15. He then resided at Gracewood Institution for 30 years and then with Gateway Services formerly Tidelands in Savannah for the remainder of his life.
He was employed with the Coastal Center for Developmental Services and loved his "work". George exceeded beyond his handicapped expectations. His Mother and Daddy would have been so pleased with all he had accomplished since their passing in 1982. George attended Bible Baptist "Lighted Pathway" Service and was a member of the Ambucs Handicapped Bowling League.
He is survived by his sister, Martha Z. Sloan and her husband, J. Erv Sloan, and by his nephew, Jimmy Allen Lisa Hughes. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins.
The family would like to extend a very special appreciation to some of his care-givers, Louise, Sara, Helen and Bernice, who helped him achieve his goals.
Visitation: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Tuesday at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
Graveside Funeral Service: 2:00 p.m. Wednesday at Zion Lutheran Church Cemetery in Marlow, Georgia with Rev. Thomas W. East officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Coastal Center for Developmental Services or CCDS, P.O. Box 13607, Savannah, Georgia 31416 or Bible Baptist "Lighted Pathway" Ministry, 4700 Skidaway Road, Savannah, Georgia 31404.
Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
I knew my friend George from working with him at Coastal Center. He was like a grandfather figure to me. I will miss his lovely smile.
- Aspen Sueirro, Pooler, GA
I am so sorry for your loss.May you all find comfort in the lord in this difficult time.
- Chuck Hudson, Fleming, GA
Dear Martha Ann, Thinking of you with sympathy at this sad time. Your love and care helped George overcome so many obstacles. Love, Anna
- Anna and Neil Blair, Raleigh, NC
I am a much better person from my many experiences with George Jr, mostly on the farm, but elsewhere also. He set the standard for devotion to family, friends, and most importantly his work. Jan and express our sorrow for the loss of George Jr here, and our comfort that he'll find good work there.
- Nat Alderman, Jr, Saint Petersburg, FL
I knew my friend George from working with him at Coastal Center. He was like a grandfather figure to me. I will miss his lovely smile.
- Aspen Sueirro, Pooler, GA
I am so sorry for your loss.May you all find comfort in the lord in this difficult time.
- Chuck Hudson, Fleming, GA
Dear Martha Ann, Thinking of you with sympathy at this sad time. Your love and care helped George overcome so many obstacles. Love, Anna
- Anna and Neil Blair, Raleigh, NC
I am a much better person from my many experiences with George Jr, mostly on the farm, but elsewhere also. He set the standard for devotion to family, friends, and most importantly his work. Jan and express our sorrow for the loss of George Jr here, and our comfort that he'll find good work there.
- Nat Alderman, Jr, Saint Petersburg, FL
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
