Celebrating the life of
Ralph Edward Crone, Sr.
July 08, 1939 - January 22, 2010
Tybee Island- Mr. Ralph E. Crone, Sr., 70, died Friday, January 22, 2010 at Hospice Savannah, Inc.
Eddie was a native of Clinton, MD and lived on Tybee Island for the past 39 years. He served in the U.S. Air Force and was a manager in the shipping industry, retiring after twenty years with Intermodal. He proudly served on the Tybee Island City Council from 2003-2009 and was a member of the American Legion, Post 154.
Survivors include his wife, Marianne Crone, of Tybee Island; son, Ralph E. Crone, Jr., of Tybee Island; daughters, Linda Crone, of Savannah, Carol Coffren and her husband, Paul, of Leonard Town, MD; brothers, Freddie Boswell, of Brandywine, MD, Alan Boswell, of South Carolina; sister, Barbara Jean Littleford, and her husband, Bill, of Sheltonham, MD; grandchildren, Desmond Crone, Morgan Coffren, Trey Crone, Riley Crone; two great-grandchildren, Chloe Crone, Cash Crone, and two faithful companions, Chipper & Midget.
A celebration of Eddie's life will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, January 24, 2010 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel. The family will receive friends beginning at 1:00 p.m. Burial will be private.
Remembrances may be made to the American Legion, Post 154, P.O. Box 1225, Tybee Island, GA 31328 or Hospice Savannah, Inc. P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416.
I remember Eddie as a skinny kid in Clinton. School bus rides to Surrattsville School. The dirt road we lived on was our racetrack, play ground and ball field. His sisters, Barbara Jean and Peggy were playmates of my sister Joan. And we all teased his brother 'Little' Harvey. All that he obviously accomplished in life is a little surprising and endlessly pleasing to me. To the family, I am so very sorry for your loss. And I am sorry that I was not able to find this old friend of mine just a bit sooner. 'Poogy' Coleman, Ocala, FL
- Ronald Coleman, Ocala, FL
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Maria
- Maria Solomon-Schafer, Tybee Island, GA
Eddie's genuine smile, twinkling eyes, sense of humor, and his honesty will be greatly missed. His dedication and commitment to service has made a difference in the lives of many and to our community. Thoughts and prayers to his beloved family and friends. Sincerely, Shirley
- Shirley Sessions, Tybee Island, GA
We knew Eddie as a tireless supporter of Tybee Beautification, especially our occasional Low Country Boil fundraisers. He will be missed. Our condolences to the family.
- Lyn Randall & Bill Cannon, Tybee Island, GA
Thoughts with all of the family at this difficult time. Some many years of memories.
- Martha Horne & Earlie Horne, Tybee Island, GA
Mrs. Crone - Our thoughts are with you in this time of loss. Mr. Crone will always be remembered to me for his radiant smile. May God shine on your family .. Bobbie and Jeff Poplin
- Bobbie Poplin, Savannah, GA
Uncle Eddie you will truly be missed! I love you! My condolences go out to everyone in the family.
- Michael Locklear-T.I.F.D., Tybee Island, GA
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family of my friend,Eddie.He was always so kind & caring to me from the first day I met him.I am thankful for all he did for our community & for me.God bless.
- Michelle Gillikin, , GA
Marianne and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
- Doug Burford, Tybee Island, GA
Eddie was one of Tybee's secret treasures. He will be missed by so many people whose lives he touched.
- JUDITH ANN GEORGE, TYBEE ISLAND, GA
Our prayers are for you, Marianne and your family and friends at this hour. Eddie was a a very special person - one of the most colorful of Tybee characters and a gift to his community. He is greatly loved and will be greatly missed. Our sincerest condolences.
- Cyndi & Roeder Kinkel, Tybee Island, GA
Eddie will be greatly missed. Our condolences to his family. He was a special person.
- Michael & Iris Scarbrough, Tybee Island, GA
Too many good memories to share having been next door neighbors to Eddie and Marianne for so many years. Eddie was one of the best people I know, bend over backwards for anybody. My condolences to Miss Marianne and family. With Love
- Mitch and Chanel Huggins, Richmond Hill, GA
I remember Eddie as a skinny kid in Clinton. School bus rides to Surrattsville School. The dirt road we lived on was our racetrack, play ground and ball field. His sisters, Barbara Jean and Peggy were playmates of my sister Joan. And we all teased his brother 'Little' Harvey. All that he obviously accomplished in life is a little surprising and endlessly pleasing to me. To the family, I am so very sorry for your loss. And I am sorry that I was not able to find this old friend of mine just a bit sooner. 'Poogy' Coleman, Ocala, FL
- Ronald Coleman, Ocala, FL
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Maria
- Maria Solomon-Schafer, Tybee Island, GA
Eddie's genuine smile, twinkling eyes, sense of humor, and his honesty will be greatly missed. His dedication and commitment to service has made a difference in the lives of many and to our community. Thoughts and prayers to his beloved family and friends. Sincerely, Shirley
- Shirley Sessions, Tybee Island, GA
We knew Eddie as a tireless supporter of Tybee Beautification, especially our occasional Low Country Boil fundraisers. He will be missed. Our condolences to the family.
- Lyn Randall & Bill Cannon, Tybee Island, GA
Thoughts with all of the family at this difficult time. Some many years of memories.
- Martha Horne & Earlie Horne, Tybee Island, GA
Mrs. Crone - Our thoughts are with you in this time of loss. Mr. Crone will always be remembered to me for his radiant smile. May God shine on your family .. Bobbie and Jeff Poplin
- Bobbie Poplin, Savannah, GA
Uncle Eddie you will truly be missed! I love you! My condolences go out to everyone in the family.
- Michael Locklear-T.I.F.D., Tybee Island, GA
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family of my friend,Eddie.He was always so kind & caring to me from the first day I met him.I am thankful for all he did for our community & for me.God bless.
- Michelle Gillikin, , GA
Marianne and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
- Doug Burford, Tybee Island, GA
Eddie was one of Tybee's secret treasures. He will be missed by so many people whose lives he touched.
- JUDITH ANN GEORGE, TYBEE ISLAND, GA
Our prayers are for you, Marianne and your family and friends at this hour. Eddie was a a very special person - one of the most colorful of Tybee characters and a gift to his community. He is greatly loved and will be greatly missed. Our sincerest condolences.
- Cyndi & Roeder Kinkel, Tybee Island, GA
Eddie will be greatly missed. Our condolences to his family. He was a special person.
- Michael & Iris Scarbrough, Tybee Island, GA
Too many good memories to share having been next door neighbors to Eddie and Marianne for so many years. Eddie was one of the best people I know, bend over backwards for anybody. My condolences to Miss Marianne and family. With Love
- Mitch and Chanel Huggins, Richmond Hill, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
