Celebrating the life of
Maree Elliott Zeigler
April 06, 1929 - October 26, 2010
Margaret Maree Elliott Zeigler
SAVANNAH - Margaret Maree Elliott Zeigler, 81, died Tuesday, October 26, 2010, at Memorial Medical Center.
The native and lifelong resident of Savannah was the daughter of the late Frank and Dolly Elliott. Maree was a 1947 graduate of Savannah High School, attended the University of Georgia and later graduated from Armstrong College in 1967.
She was a longtime educator, having taught at Savannah Christian School, Benedictine Military School, and in the Savannah Chatham County Public School System.
Maree had a strong faith in the Lord and was a faithful communicant of St. James Catholic Church. She loved gardening, sewing, traveling, and cooking, and had a wonderful sense of humor. She was an avid Bulldog Fan. Her greatest love was her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren who lovingly referred to her as Ooma and Irma.
Surviving are two daughters, Mary Susan Zeigler and Margaret Maree Zeigler Davis Dr. Reggie Davis; two sons, Andrew Brooks Zeigler Clare and David Elliott Zeigler Mary; a sister, Frankie Elliott Hodges; 11 grandchildren, Rhett Zeigler Tiffany, Kelly Stevens Jamie, Brooks Zeigler Lauren, Heather DiTommaso Ed, Sarah Zeigler, Albert Zeigler, Drew Zeigler, Erin Davis, Kevin Davis, Cody Davis, and Mary Margaret Davis; 5 great-grandchildren, Griffin, Elliott, Braxton, Grayson, and Parker; her cousin, Mildred Cooley; and her childhood friend Mary Kelley. The family extends a special thanks to her caregiver Michele Humbrasingh.
She was predeceased by her husband, Frank Brooks Zeigler, a daughter, Maree Brooks Zeigler, and a grandson, Stuart Elliott Davis.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Thursday at St. James Catholic Church, with a Vigil Service at 6:00 pm.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am on Friday, October 29, 2010 at St. James Catholic Church.
Interment will follow in the Greenwich Section of Bonaventure Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be grandsons, Rhett, Albert, Brooks, Drew, Kevin, and Cody.
To Mary and family. I am so sorry about your Mom passing. But I know that heaven has another angel . We will all miss her . She was a great woman and always pleasant to me. With God's love you will be comforted. Call me if you need anything. 655-1754
- Nancy Farringer, Savannah, GA
My mother, Doris, my sister, Dawn, who was a student of Mrs. Zeigler, and I are all very sad to hear of her passing. Your family will remain in our prayers. God bless you all.
- Sam Martin, Savannah, GA
I've just learned of Maree's passing and am so very sorry for your loss. Some years ago, Maree came through Columbus in a big motorhome loaded with kids and grandkids. They were on an adventure and having a grand time.I will never forget the laughter she and my Mom shared as they sat at the kitchen table exchanging funny stories of their lives. They laughed non-stop for hours. Memories...this is the glue that holds us all together. I will remember Maree, for her sense of humor and great love for her family. She will be missed. ' To Live In The Hearts We Leave Behind Is Not To Die' - Thomas Campbell- This quote gave me comfort when my Mom passed-I pray it gives you some peace as well. Vicki Bailey Gaultney -John & Janette Bailey's Daughter
- Vicki Bailey Gaultney, Columbus, GA
We are so sorry. John & Mary
- John & Mary Clapp, Savannah, GA
I'm very sorry too hear of Marees passing.
- Latha Adams, Katy, TX
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Marie. I taught with her for several years at Mercer Middle School and often ran into her at Hunter Field and listened to her and my late mother, Eula Mobley Red, remember various friends and family. I know you will all miss her very much.
- Susan R. Ethridge, Savannah, GA
Zeiglers, what a tremendous loss, not only for your family, but for all of her extended family and friends, Savannah, and the Bulldog Nation. She was her own person, and a pleasure to know and have conversations with. As a young college guy, when first we met, I knew that you did not pull anything over on Maree Zeigler. I never met a more family oriented person as her. She set a good example for others in how to be gracious, friendly, and keep the love of family and friends in the forefront of her thoughts. She will be missed. From Debbie and I, my best to the entire family.
- steve shelton, Flowery branch, GA
We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
- Tricia and Brad Swartz, Savannah, GA
For all she gave and all she was she is now enjoying her reward. For those she leaves behind I am sorry for your loss.
- Constance Keasler, Hilton Head Island, SC
We are so sorry for the loss of Maree. She was truly a gracious lady and leaves a lasting legacy in her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. All of the 'girls' will miss her at the Yellow Daisy Festival.
- Kathy DeHaven, Tom Hudecki, and Jen Dwyer, Harleysville, PA
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mother and Grandmother. I enjoyed being with Lisa, Lauren, Lindsay, and your family at the Daisy Festival. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
- Madeline Hahn, Savannah, GA
Dear all Family members, A good and faithful servant has now received her reward.We were so sorry to hear about Maree's passing,but happy to have known her for so many years.Please know that all of you are in our prayers.
- Tom and Judy Mahoney, Savannah, GA
She was such a great lady and probably the most family oriented person I've ever known. She even made my kids feel like family! I know she will be missed by her former students, who were privileged to have had her, as well as hosts of friends and loved ones whose lives will have an empty place without her. Today, Heaven has a new angel, with a canasta deck and plate of homemade cookies!
- Lisa Morgan, Savannah, GA
To Mary and family. I am so sorry about your Mom passing. But I know that heaven has another angel . We will all miss her . She was a great woman and always pleasant to me. With God's love you will be comforted. Call me if you need anything. 655-1754
- Nancy Farringer, Savannah, GA
My mother, Doris, my sister, Dawn, who was a student of Mrs. Zeigler, and I are all very sad to hear of her passing. Your family will remain in our prayers. God bless you all.
- Sam Martin, Savannah, GA
I've just learned of Maree's passing and am so very sorry for your loss. Some years ago, Maree came through Columbus in a big motorhome loaded with kids and grandkids. They were on an adventure and having a grand time.I will never forget the laughter she and my Mom shared as they sat at the kitchen table exchanging funny stories of their lives. They laughed non-stop for hours. Memories...this is the glue that holds us all together. I will remember Maree, for her sense of humor and great love for her family. She will be missed. ' To Live In The Hearts We Leave Behind Is Not To Die' - Thomas Campbell- This quote gave me comfort when my Mom passed-I pray it gives you some peace as well. Vicki Bailey Gaultney -John & Janette Bailey's Daughter
- Vicki Bailey Gaultney, Columbus, GA
We are so sorry. John & Mary
- John & Mary Clapp, Savannah, GA
I'm very sorry too hear of Marees passing.
- Latha Adams, Katy, TX
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Marie. I taught with her for several years at Mercer Middle School and often ran into her at Hunter Field and listened to her and my late mother, Eula Mobley Red, remember various friends and family. I know you will all miss her very much.
- Susan R. Ethridge, Savannah, GA
Zeiglers, what a tremendous loss, not only for your family, but for all of her extended family and friends, Savannah, and the Bulldog Nation. She was her own person, and a pleasure to know and have conversations with. As a young college guy, when first we met, I knew that you did not pull anything over on Maree Zeigler. I never met a more family oriented person as her. She set a good example for others in how to be gracious, friendly, and keep the love of family and friends in the forefront of her thoughts. She will be missed. From Debbie and I, my best to the entire family.
- steve shelton, Flowery branch, GA
We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
- Tricia and Brad Swartz, Savannah, GA
For all she gave and all she was she is now enjoying her reward. For those she leaves behind I am sorry for your loss.
- Constance Keasler, Hilton Head Island, SC
We are so sorry for the loss of Maree. She was truly a gracious lady and leaves a lasting legacy in her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. All of the 'girls' will miss her at the Yellow Daisy Festival.
- Kathy DeHaven, Tom Hudecki, and Jen Dwyer, Harleysville, PA
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mother and Grandmother. I enjoyed being with Lisa, Lauren, Lindsay, and your family at the Daisy Festival. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
- Madeline Hahn, Savannah, GA
Dear all Family members, A good and faithful servant has now received her reward.We were so sorry to hear about Maree's passing,but happy to have known her for so many years.Please know that all of you are in our prayers.
- Tom and Judy Mahoney, Savannah, GA
She was such a great lady and probably the most family oriented person I've ever known. She even made my kids feel like family! I know she will be missed by her former students, who were privileged to have had her, as well as hosts of friends and loved ones whose lives will have an empty place without her. Today, Heaven has a new angel, with a canasta deck and plate of homemade cookies!
- Lisa Morgan, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
