Celebrating the life of
Joan Egan Houlihan
January 20, 1923 - July 01, 2010
Joan Egan Houlihan of Savannah, 87 years old, died at her home on July 1, 2010, from complications of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Joan was born in Savannah on January 20, 1923, the oldest child of Dr. Michael Joseph Egan and Elise Robider Egan. She attended local parochial schools and graduated from the Pape School and Marymount College in Tarrytown, N.Y. Joan and Savannah lawyer, James Patrick Houlihan, were married on June 18, 1947. They had one daughter, Joan, who survives. James Houlihan died in 1978.
Joan enjoyed service on the Savannah Library Board and on a committee for renovation of the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. For many years the Houlihan family summered at their cottage on Tybee Island where they frequently entertained.
Joan loved her garden and in recent years spent much of her leisure time tending her roses and native plants.
Besides her daughter, Joan is survived by her brother, Michael J. Egan, and sisters- in-law, Donna Cole Egan and Sharon Brown Egan, widow of Dr. William R. Egan, all of Atlanta, and many nieces and nephews.
The family extends their special gratitude to Thelma Shellman and Gloria Johnson for the loving care that they provided to Joan during her final days.
The family will receive visitors at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel on Friday, July 2, 2010, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
A funeral Mass in Joan's memory will be held at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist on Saturday, July 3, 2010, at 12:00 p.m. with The Reverend Monsignor William O. O'Neill, V.G., Celebrant.
Remembrances: In lieu of flowers, donations should be made to the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist or the American Cancer Society.
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Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
To my cousins , I am so sorry for your loss. It seems we are distanced by age and proximity, but when I've been with any of you I have never enjoyed myself more! She was so much fun! I wish you all good lives and if you're ever near Bloomingdale I'm listed in Pooler and you are welcome here anytime. Love, Roddy Ledlie
- Roddy Ledlie, Bloomingdale, GA
The American Cancer Society would like to express its heart felt condolance on the passing of Joan Egan Houlihan. Our hopes and prayers are with the Houlihan Family in this difficult time.
- American Cancer Society, Savannah, GA
We have lived two doors from Joan for almost 20 years now. She was a dear neighbor who always cherished life and life's beauty. She will be missed by many. Our heartfelt condolences to her entire family. Sincerely, Wallace & Karen Rowe 18 E. 60th St.
- Wallace & Karen Rowe, Savannah, GA
Many happy memories of times with Uncle Jimmy and Aunt Joan in both Tybee and Savannah while growing up. Joan was an elegant Savannah lady with a great sense of humor. She will be missed by all of us.
- Roby Egan, San Diego, CA
Many happy memories of times with Uncle Jimmy and Aunt Joan in both Tybee and Savannah while growing up. Joan was an elegant Savannah lady with a great sense of humor. She will be missed by all of us.
- Roby Egan, San Diego, CA
Many happy memories of times with Uncle Jimmy and Aunt Joan in both Tybee and Savannah while growing up. Joan was an elegant Savannah lady with a great sense of humor. She will be missed by all of us.
- Roby Egan, San Diego, CA
For all that God created, Mrs. Houlihan is the forever rose in the garden and the smile of the rising sun. I give my condolences to the entire Family.
- Gary L. Johnson, Savannah, GA
To my cousins , I am so sorry for your loss. It seems we are distanced by age and proximity, but when I've been with any of you I have never enjoyed myself more! She was so much fun! I wish you all good lives and if you're ever near Bloomingdale I'm listed in Pooler and you are welcome here anytime. Love, Roddy Ledlie
- Roddy Ledlie, Bloomingdale, GA
The American Cancer Society would like to express its heart felt condolance on the passing of Joan Egan Houlihan. Our hopes and prayers are with the Houlihan Family in this difficult time.
- American Cancer Society, Savannah, GA
We have lived two doors from Joan for almost 20 years now. She was a dear neighbor who always cherished life and life's beauty. She will be missed by many. Our heartfelt condolences to her entire family. Sincerely, Wallace & Karen Rowe 18 E. 60th St.
- Wallace & Karen Rowe, Savannah, GA
Many happy memories of times with Uncle Jimmy and Aunt Joan in both Tybee and Savannah while growing up. Joan was an elegant Savannah lady with a great sense of humor. She will be missed by all of us.
- Roby Egan, San Diego, CA
Many happy memories of times with Uncle Jimmy and Aunt Joan in both Tybee and Savannah while growing up. Joan was an elegant Savannah lady with a great sense of humor. She will be missed by all of us.
- Roby Egan, San Diego, CA
Many happy memories of times with Uncle Jimmy and Aunt Joan in both Tybee and Savannah while growing up. Joan was an elegant Savannah lady with a great sense of humor. She will be missed by all of us.
- Roby Egan, San Diego, CA
For all that God created, Mrs. Houlihan is the forever rose in the garden and the smile of the rising sun. I give my condolences to the entire Family.
- Gary L. Johnson, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
