Celebrating the life of
Alice Conley Cywin
August 18, 1927 - October 12, 2009
Alice Conley Cywin, 82, passed away on Monday, October 12, 2009 after a brief illness. She was born in Port Henry, New York to John and Alice Luckett Conley on August 18, 1927, graduated from the World War II United States Nurse Cadet Program at Samaritan Hospital in Troy, NY, and worked as a Registered Nurse and Dental Assistant for many years. Mrs. Cywin lived in Savannah for 20 years and previously resided in Alexandria,
VA. Mrs. Cywin attended St. Peter's Episcopal Church, was an avid golfer with three holes in one, and volunteered in many activities in The Landings community.
Surviving are her husband of 61 years, Allen Cywin of Savannah; son, Stephen Cywin Teresa of Morris Plains, NJ; daughter, Kathleen Cywin Heck George of Douglas, GA; and daughter, Susan Cywin Whitton Jay of Alexandria, VA; Mrs. Cywin is also survived by six grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews.
Services will be held at St. Peter's Episcopal Church at 11:00 a.m., on Friday, October 16, 2009.
Burial will be in Arlington National Cemetery.
Remembrances: In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 3 West Ridge Road, Savannah, GA 31411.
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Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
Al, We were so sorry to learn of Alice's passing and regret that we missed the service. We enjoyed talking with Alice on our occasional calls to your home. She was a very kind and cordial lady and will be greatly missed.
- Colin and Jackie Stewart, Savannah, GA
Dear Allen and Family, We are sorry to hear of Alice's passing. Although we did not know you well, we always welcomed the warm greeting from you both at dinners at the Magnolia Room. Alice and I did play, and travel to Savannah Women's Golf events together when I was playing. She was a lovely lady. Our deepest sympathy. thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
- Marie and Bill Robinson, Savannah, GA
Dear Al, Gerry and I are praying for Alyce and yourself and will miss her very much.
- Louis Molella, Savannah, GA
Blessed are they that mourn for they shall be comforted.' Kathy, your mother has clearly made many great contributions to society. I pray that you will find peace and comfort, replacing the sorrow with great memories. My prayers are with you and your family. Nancy Phillips
- Nancy Phillips, Douglas, GA
Al, we are so sorry for your loss. Alice was a very special lady and will be greatly missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
- Bill & Deborah Fritts, Savannah, GA
Know that I am thinking of you all and to express my deepest sincere sympathy, I have you all in my prayers at this sad time. SAGE
- Sage, Smithtown, NY
Dearest Kathy, George, and Amy and Allison- We are so saddened to hear of the passing of your mom. A mother is so special and one that can never be replaced by anyone else. Their love is endless and you'll feel her presence just about every day for the rest of your life. Know that our prayers are with you. Much love, Bob and Judi
- Bob and Judi Salay, Douglas, GA
Wishing you comfort and peace at this difficult time.
- Jackie Batchelor, Douglas, GA
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Alice and we will miss our visits and conversations. We have wonderful memories, though, and they are treasures. May God be with each and every one of you.
- Aubrey and Lynn Eddy, Decatur, GA
Kathy, George and family, Mom's are precious and it is so difficult to give them up. My deepest heart felt condolences for your loss.
- Sherry Thomas, Douglas, GA
Dear Al I really do know what you are going thru, my Nancy died last week. Try to make yourself believe, as I have been trying, that she is in a better place and suffering no pain. I do honestly believe that you and I will be with 'our gals' sometime in the future. Hang tough Al and give me a call if you feel the need to talk to someone going down the same path. Much love , Bill Hughes
- bill hughes, , GA
We're thinking of you, Kathy, George, Alison and Amy and express our heartfelt sympathy. We were honored to have met your mom. God bless and comfort you and all your family.
- Margie and Robert Spivey, Douglas, GA
Al, Very sorry to learn of the passing of your wife, Alice. Even though I didn't know her personally please know my thoughts and prayers are with you. Hope to see you soon at our Kiwanis meetings. Jim Beurle
- Jim Beurle, Savannah, GA
Dear Kathy, George and loved ones. We are very sorry for your loss. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this sad time. She is in heaven making another hole in one on the most beautiful golf course and smiling down on her wonderful family. God Bless All of You. Sue, Ed and Ashley Skukalek
- Sue & Ed Skukalek, Douglas, GA
Kathy, George, & family, One never knows what to say at a time like this. I read this once and it has stayed with me. I hope it gives you some comfort. 'Images of Life are etched in your heart. May loving memories soften your sadness.' Please know that you're in our thoughts and prayers.
- Jeanie Kearns, Douglas, GA
Kathy & George: May you find comfort in knowing that others care and remember you prayerfully at this time. Grace & Buddy
- Grace & Buddy James, Douglas, GA
Al, Steve, Kathy & Susy; your Wife and Mother was a gift to me for these past 35 years & she knew how to get to my heart. I will miss her.
- Jay Whitton, Alexandria, VA
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
- Linda Whitton, Rehoboth Beach, DE
Kathy and George, we are so sorry for your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
- Albert and Dot McKinnon, Douglas, GA
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time of adjustment for your family.
- Evelyn Jones, Rome, GA
Dear Kathy, I have such a wonderful memory of your mother and father dancing at Alison's wedding last September! She was a special lady indeed, and I know you miss her. Love to you all, Valerie
- Valerie and Bill Webster, Valdosta, GA
We extend our heartfelt sympathy to the family. Kathy and George we love you and are keeping you and your family in our prayers.
- Colin & Sandra Toogood, Broxton, GA
We are so saddened by your loss. May the special memories you have of your Mother make you smile and bring you peace. Elizabeth and Jim
- Elizabeth Cottingham, Douglas, GA
Tom and I feel so privileged to have met your parents and to know that 61 years together is amazing. We send our love to you and your family.
- Tom and Gail Smith, Douglas, GA
Mom felt that she had really had a very nice life for 82 years. She was extremely happy that our family had gotten together in August up in New York where she was from.
- Susan Cywin Whitton, Alexandria, VA
I'm so sorry and am thinking about all of you! Love, 'Ernie'
- Erin Palmer, Atlanta, GA
Al, We were so sorry to learn of Alice's passing and regret that we missed the service. We enjoyed talking with Alice on our occasional calls to your home. She was a very kind and cordial lady and will be greatly missed.
- Colin and Jackie Stewart, Savannah, GA
Dear Allen and Family, We are sorry to hear of Alice's passing. Although we did not know you well, we always welcomed the warm greeting from you both at dinners at the Magnolia Room. Alice and I did play, and travel to Savannah Women's Golf events together when I was playing. She was a lovely lady. Our deepest sympathy. thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
- Marie and Bill Robinson, Savannah, GA
Dear Al, Gerry and I are praying for Alyce and yourself and will miss her very much.
- Louis Molella, Savannah, GA
Blessed are they that mourn for they shall be comforted.' Kathy, your mother has clearly made many great contributions to society. I pray that you will find peace and comfort, replacing the sorrow with great memories. My prayers are with you and your family. Nancy Phillips
- Nancy Phillips, Douglas, GA
Al, we are so sorry for your loss. Alice was a very special lady and will be greatly missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
- Bill & Deborah Fritts, Savannah, GA
Know that I am thinking of you all and to express my deepest sincere sympathy, I have you all in my prayers at this sad time. SAGE
- Sage, Smithtown, NY
Dearest Kathy, George, and Amy and Allison- We are so saddened to hear of the passing of your mom. A mother is so special and one that can never be replaced by anyone else. Their love is endless and you'll feel her presence just about every day for the rest of your life. Know that our prayers are with you. Much love, Bob and Judi
- Bob and Judi Salay, Douglas, GA
Wishing you comfort and peace at this difficult time.
- Jackie Batchelor, Douglas, GA
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Alice and we will miss our visits and conversations. We have wonderful memories, though, and they are treasures. May God be with each and every one of you.
- Aubrey and Lynn Eddy, Decatur, GA
Kathy, George and family, Mom's are precious and it is so difficult to give them up. My deepest heart felt condolences for your loss.
- Sherry Thomas, Douglas, GA
Dear Al I really do know what you are going thru, my Nancy died last week. Try to make yourself believe, as I have been trying, that she is in a better place and suffering no pain. I do honestly believe that you and I will be with 'our gals' sometime in the future. Hang tough Al and give me a call if you feel the need to talk to someone going down the same path. Much love , Bill Hughes
- bill hughes, , GA
We're thinking of you, Kathy, George, Alison and Amy and express our heartfelt sympathy. We were honored to have met your mom. God bless and comfort you and all your family.
- Margie and Robert Spivey, Douglas, GA
Al, Very sorry to learn of the passing of your wife, Alice. Even though I didn't know her personally please know my thoughts and prayers are with you. Hope to see you soon at our Kiwanis meetings. Jim Beurle
- Jim Beurle, Savannah, GA
Dear Kathy, George and loved ones. We are very sorry for your loss. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this sad time. She is in heaven making another hole in one on the most beautiful golf course and smiling down on her wonderful family. God Bless All of You. Sue, Ed and Ashley Skukalek
- Sue & Ed Skukalek, Douglas, GA
Kathy, George, & family, One never knows what to say at a time like this. I read this once and it has stayed with me. I hope it gives you some comfort. 'Images of Life are etched in your heart. May loving memories soften your sadness.' Please know that you're in our thoughts and prayers.
- Jeanie Kearns, Douglas, GA
Kathy & George: May you find comfort in knowing that others care and remember you prayerfully at this time. Grace & Buddy
- Grace & Buddy James, Douglas, GA
Al, Steve, Kathy & Susy; your Wife and Mother was a gift to me for these past 35 years & she knew how to get to my heart. I will miss her.
- Jay Whitton, Alexandria, VA
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
- Linda Whitton, Rehoboth Beach, DE
Kathy and George, we are so sorry for your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
- Albert and Dot McKinnon, Douglas, GA
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time of adjustment for your family.
- Evelyn Jones, Rome, GA
Dear Kathy, I have such a wonderful memory of your mother and father dancing at Alison's wedding last September! She was a special lady indeed, and I know you miss her. Love to you all, Valerie
- Valerie and Bill Webster, Valdosta, GA
We extend our heartfelt sympathy to the family. Kathy and George we love you and are keeping you and your family in our prayers.
- Colin & Sandra Toogood, Broxton, GA
We are so saddened by your loss. May the special memories you have of your Mother make you smile and bring you peace. Elizabeth and Jim
- Elizabeth Cottingham, Douglas, GA
Tom and I feel so privileged to have met your parents and to know that 61 years together is amazing. We send our love to you and your family.
- Tom and Gail Smith, Douglas, GA
Mom felt that she had really had a very nice life for 82 years. She was extremely happy that our family had gotten together in August up in New York where she was from.
- Susan Cywin Whitton, Alexandria, VA
I'm so sorry and am thinking about all of you! Love, 'Ernie'
- Erin Palmer, Atlanta, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200

