Celebrating the life of
Joseph E. Inglesby, III
February 04, 1920 - January 19, 2011
Joseph E. Inglesby, III
Tybee Island, Georgia – Joseph E. "Buddy" Inglesby, III, age 90 died peacefully, surrounded by his family Wednesday, January 19, 2011. He was born February 4, 1920 in Savannah, GA to Captain Joseph E. Inglesby and Lucile Hunter Inglesby. He was retired having spent most of his life in the automobile and insurance business. He was a lifelong Savannahian, and a Savannah High School graduate 1938.
He was a World War II veteran having served with the 118th. Field Artillery Chatham Artillery which was assigned to the 30th. Infantry Division, upon being activated in 1940. He was also a paratrooper. He was, upon his death, one of the longest sustaining members of the Chatham Artillery, also being a third generation member.
He was preceded in death by his parents, three siblings, Cil I. Harrington, Virginia I. Tison, and Emma I. Heidt, and wife, Muriel Dodd Inglesby.
He was a former member of the Savannah Yacht Club, and the Civitan Club of Savannah.
He is survived by his three children and their spouses, Mimi I. Ferrelle Harvey, Joseph E. Inglesby, IV Jane, Cornelia I. Pittard John, six grandchildren, Chas Ferrelle Latrelle, Dodd Ferrelle Cameron, Screven Inglesby Arrian, Wylly Inglesby, John Pittard Tara; Leigh Baehner Bill, six great grandchildren, Charlie, Wyatt, Dodd, Bliss, John and Lilli, twenty nieces and nephews, and a million friends.
He was a lifelong member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church.
Graveside Funeral Service: 12:00 p.m., Saturday, January 22, 2011 in Bonaventure Cemetery conducted by The Very Reverend William Willoughby, III.
Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Chatham Artillery.
The family wishes to express a special thank you to the staff of Oceanside Nursing Home and Odyssey Hospice.
Remembrances: St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 1802 Abercorn St., Savannah, GA 31401.
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Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
Mimi,Neli,Joe and families: Murray and I are headed out of town this morning for the day and are unable to attend the funeral. What a sweet guy!Special memories ...Please know we send our thoughts and prayers..Love, Helen and Murray Marshall
- Helen and Murray Marshall, Savannah, GA
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS. SORRY I CAN'T MAKE GRAVESIDE, BUT WILL SEE YOU LATER JOE LOVE WANDA HOWARD
- WANDA HOWARD, savannah, GA
I shared a lot of business dealings with Buddy. He was always a good friend. We connected many times from the 70's and into the early 2000's. Joe, I think you were with Stephen's Tire when I was in Flight School? Please accept my thoughts at this time.
- John David Miles, Statesboro, GA
We all loved taking care of Buddy and being around his upbeat and vibrant spirit! He will be greatly missed. Our sincerest condolences to his family from everyone at Oceanside Nursing Home.
- Brittany Nelson, Savannah, GA
Our most sincere sympathy for your loss. We work with Leigh and we know this is a very difficult time for your entire family. You are in our prayers.
- Michelle and friends at Progressive Insurance, Savannah, GA
Joe, Mimi, and Neli. What memories Uncle Buddy left us ! From your all's visits to Pat and Bob's when you three were kids to the good times he and I had at Oceanview rolling around the grounds to his personal appearance at Connie's good-bye, Uncle Buddy was always there and we all miss him. Elizabeth and I send our love, though we are unable to make the trip. Pete and Elizabeth McDuffie
- Pete and Elizabeth McDuffie, Mars Hill, NC
Mimi,Neli,Joe and families: Murray and I are headed out of town this morning for the day and are unable to attend the funeral. What a sweet guy!Special memories ...Please know we send our thoughts and prayers..Love, Helen and Murray Marshall
- Helen and Murray Marshall, Savannah, GA
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS. SORRY I CAN'T MAKE GRAVESIDE, BUT WILL SEE YOU LATER JOE LOVE WANDA HOWARD
- WANDA HOWARD, savannah, GA
I shared a lot of business dealings with Buddy. He was always a good friend. We connected many times from the 70's and into the early 2000's. Joe, I think you were with Stephen's Tire when I was in Flight School? Please accept my thoughts at this time.
- John David Miles, Statesboro, GA
We all loved taking care of Buddy and being around his upbeat and vibrant spirit! He will be greatly missed. Our sincerest condolences to his family from everyone at Oceanside Nursing Home.
- Brittany Nelson, Savannah, GA
Our most sincere sympathy for your loss. We work with Leigh and we know this is a very difficult time for your entire family. You are in our prayers.
- Michelle and friends at Progressive Insurance, Savannah, GA
Joe, Mimi, and Neli. What memories Uncle Buddy left us ! From your all's visits to Pat and Bob's when you three were kids to the good times he and I had at Oceanview rolling around the grounds to his personal appearance at Connie's good-bye, Uncle Buddy was always there and we all miss him. Elizabeth and I send our love, though we are unable to make the trip. Pete and Elizabeth McDuffie
- Pete and Elizabeth McDuffie, Mars Hill, NC
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
