Celebrating the life of
Lillian Ann Davidson Smith
June 14, 1941 - February 02, 2010
SAVANNAH – Lillian Ann Davidson Smith passed away after a short illness on February 2, 2010.
She was born June 14, 1941 in Jacksonville, FL, the daughter of Rosa Malone and F. F. Davidson. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Don and Michael Davidson.
Ann attended Salem College and the University of Georgia. She loved to ride her horses, fish, and hunt with her family. Ann currently holds the women's state record for Allison Tuna. She was an avid gardener, cook, and decorator who took great pleasure in creating a beautiful home. Ann loved to entertain and liked nothing better than to throw memorable parties, especially for her grandchildren. She will always be remembered for her friendship and generosity.
Ann is survived by her husband O. Thompson Smith, sons, Julius Angus Smith and Tye Davidson Smith, daughter-in-law Suzanne Grosh Smith, grandsons Tyler Broad Smith and Johnathan Davidson Smith, god daughter Margaret G. S. McGowan, sister and brother-in-law Ginna and William Sunderland, several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be held at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel from 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm on Thursday.
A funeral service will be held at St. John's Church at 11:00 am on Friday, February 5, 2010.
A reception will follow at the Green-Meldrim House
Donations can be made to Hospice Savannah, P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416.
T, our hearts are with you, and we miss Ann more than words we can ever express. Her reading, her horses, and the wonderful home she created for her family. Danyse and Julius. PS, never will forget the days we spent fishing st Chub....
- Danyse & Julius Edel, Savannah, GA
My deepest sympathy to the family, I'm so thankful I was able to spend the afternoon with Ann in January. We had a wonderful visit and recalled many memories of our childhood. Our families were good friends. We graduated together, had our debut dance together and Ann was in my wedding. I'm in a snowstorm in N.C. or I would be there. She will always be in my prayers.
- Gail Cowart Middleton, Jacksonville, FL
My family and I will always cherish the kindness and love Ms. Smith shared with us at the farm! Her letter to my daughter Emily after her first buck was taken at the farm meant a whole lot to her. Her memory will always be with us when we set foot on the grounds of her childhood! Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family!
- Robbie Long, Peachtree City, GA
T and smith family, Sorry I could not make it to the funeral. I have my Deepest sympathy and the kindness regard to the family. I will always remember her as the most loving, kindness,and wisdom person I will ever know. She will surely be missed and will be in in my thoughts and prayers always.
- Trent Burmeister, Canton, GA
Dear T., Jay and Ty, I am so sorry to hear of Ann's death. I want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.You know your family has always meant alot to me. God Bless You. Maria Aliotta Oxnard
- Maria and Ben Oxnard, Savannah, GA
My wife Fran and I once shared the privilege of a great supper that Ann prepared for us. I'm truly sorry that we didn't have more time together, and she will be in my thoughts each time I sit in the sun at the Farm.
- Lloyd Goldstein, Lawrenceville, GA
With Deepest Sympathy to the entire Family. Ramona Lenahan Arsenault Robert E. Lee Class of 1959
- Ramona Lenahan Arsenault, Savannah, GA
T and family, I am so sorry for your loss of Ann. My late husband and I were very dear friends of her Dad, FF and brother, Michael so I don't know you personally. I know you'll miss her dearly and time has a way to help ease the pain but you'll have many wonderful memories to cherish. My deepest sympathy and kindest regards to all. Sincerely, Rosemary D. Hines PO Box 100 Hilliard, FL 32046
- Rosemary D. Hines, Hilliard, FL
T & Family, We wish to share our deepest sympathy and kindest regards to the family. We will always remember her kindness, wisdom and advice. She will surely be missed and will be in our thoughts always.
- Rick Burmeister & Family, Canton, GA
Remembering all the wonderful experiences we all shared together...never to be forgotten.
- Don Harwood, Savannah, GA
How did I do Guy??? I have never bought a boat before?
- guyhoffman, savannah, GA
Ann was always the life of the party and looking for that good time. I have many wonderful memories of her from the barn. It was a gift to know her and I share your grief. My deepest sympathies to the entire family.
- Maura Wyatt, Bluffton, SC
I have had the privilege of knowing Ann for almost 30 years as I have worked with T. She was a beautiful southern woman, and knew how to throw a great party and have a beautiful home. She will be missed, but we will enjoy our memories.
- Carol Galletta, Savannah, GA
T, our hearts are with you, and we miss Ann more than words we can ever express. Her reading, her horses, and the wonderful home she created for her family. Danyse and Julius. PS, never will forget the days we spent fishing st Chub....
- Danyse & Julius Edel, Savannah, GA
My deepest sympathy to the family, I'm so thankful I was able to spend the afternoon with Ann in January. We had a wonderful visit and recalled many memories of our childhood. Our families were good friends. We graduated together, had our debut dance together and Ann was in my wedding. I'm in a snowstorm in N.C. or I would be there. She will always be in my prayers.
- Gail Cowart Middleton, Jacksonville, FL
My family and I will always cherish the kindness and love Ms. Smith shared with us at the farm! Her letter to my daughter Emily after her first buck was taken at the farm meant a whole lot to her. Her memory will always be with us when we set foot on the grounds of her childhood! Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family!
- Robbie Long, Peachtree City, GA
T and smith family, Sorry I could not make it to the funeral. I have my Deepest sympathy and the kindness regard to the family. I will always remember her as the most loving, kindness,and wisdom person I will ever know. She will surely be missed and will be in in my thoughts and prayers always.
- Trent Burmeister, Canton, GA
Dear T., Jay and Ty, I am so sorry to hear of Ann's death. I want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.You know your family has always meant alot to me. God Bless You. Maria Aliotta Oxnard
- Maria and Ben Oxnard, Savannah, GA
My wife Fran and I once shared the privilege of a great supper that Ann prepared for us. I'm truly sorry that we didn't have more time together, and she will be in my thoughts each time I sit in the sun at the Farm.
- Lloyd Goldstein, Lawrenceville, GA
With Deepest Sympathy to the entire Family. Ramona Lenahan Arsenault Robert E. Lee Class of 1959
- Ramona Lenahan Arsenault, Savannah, GA
T and family, I am so sorry for your loss of Ann. My late husband and I were very dear friends of her Dad, FF and brother, Michael so I don't know you personally. I know you'll miss her dearly and time has a way to help ease the pain but you'll have many wonderful memories to cherish. My deepest sympathy and kindest regards to all. Sincerely, Rosemary D. Hines PO Box 100 Hilliard, FL 32046
- Rosemary D. Hines, Hilliard, FL
T & Family, We wish to share our deepest sympathy and kindest regards to the family. We will always remember her kindness, wisdom and advice. She will surely be missed and will be in our thoughts always.
- Rick Burmeister & Family, Canton, GA
Remembering all the wonderful experiences we all shared together...never to be forgotten.
- Don Harwood, Savannah, GA
How did I do Guy??? I have never bought a boat before?
- guyhoffman, savannah, GA
Ann was always the life of the party and looking for that good time. I have many wonderful memories of her from the barn. It was a gift to know her and I share your grief. My deepest sympathies to the entire family.
- Maura Wyatt, Bluffton, SC
I have had the privilege of knowing Ann for almost 30 years as I have worked with T. She was a beautiful southern woman, and knew how to throw a great party and have a beautiful home. She will be missed, but we will enjoy our memories.
- Carol Galletta, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
