Celebrating the life of
Maurice Pete DeLoach
November 11, 1921 - September 09, 2009
- Savannah - Maurice "Pete" DeLoach, 87, Lt. Col. Retired, died September 9, 2009, at his residence. He was born in Newington, Georgia, son of the late Richard Albert and Ethel Davidson DeLoach. Pete received his nickname from his father's work crew on the Seaboard Coast Line Railroad. He moved to Savannah in the summer of 1929 and was a graduate of Savannah High School. Pete graduated from the United States Army Officer's Candidate School and served as a Captain, Infantry, World War II. He served two tours, one in the Battle of the Atlantic stationed in Bermuda and one in Europe where he received the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star for heroism in combat. He married his beloved wife, Juanita Lucille Johnson, of Savannah July 12, 1943. After the war, he joined Gulf Oil Corporation on Hutchinson Island. He later transferred with Gulf Oil to Charleston, SC and then to Norfolk, VA. He retired as Superintendent of Gulf Oil for Eastern Virginia. He also retired from the army reserves in 1971 with the rank of Lt. Colonel. Pete was an active member of Calvary Baptist Temple while Reverend John Wilder was Pastor. While living on Sullivan's Island, SC, he served as Deacon at Sullivan's Island Baptist Church and in Chesapeake, VA, served as a Deacon at Great Bridge Baptist Church. After retirement, he returned to Savannah and continued his longstanding membership with Calvary Baptist Temple. He was member of the Landrum Lodge No. 48 F. & A.M. for over 60 years and was active in the Savannah Exchange Club for the past 25 years.
Surviving are his wife, Juanita Johnson DeLoach of Savannah; two daughters and sons-in-law, Susan and Robert Dull of West Columbia, SC; Mary Jane and Noble Miller of Brunswick; son and daughter-in-law, Stephen and Danelle DeLoach of Myersville, MD; grandchildren, Randy Vaigneur, Scott Vaigneur, Alan Hamilton, Capt. William Hamilton, Mark Hamilton, Kate DeLoach, Mike DeLoach, eight great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation: 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Friday, September 11, 2009 at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
Funeral: 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 12, 2009 at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
Burial: Bonaventure Cemetery.
Remembrances may be made to The ARC of Frederick County, 620-A Research Drive, Frederick, Maryland 21703.
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Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
Dear Mrs Deloach & Framily, I was so saddened to read today of the passing of Mr. Deloach. There are many memories of the friendship between yourselves and my parents, Lawrence and Eunice Rabey. Recently while going through her house I came across letters sent by you to my Mom. I will always be grateful for precious adults that were part of my life growing up at Calvary. God bless you.
- Carol Rabey, Savannah, GA
Juanita and family - Bob and I were deeply saddend to learn of your loss. How well I remember those days while Pete was overseas serving his country and you were home prayerfully awaiting his return. May our Lord give you strength, peace and love to sustain you and your family during this time. Ann and Bob Wilensky
- Ann Tippins Wilensky, Savannah, GA
Our prayers are for Mrs. Juanita and the family. We enjoyed hearing the stories of the travels of Pete and Juanita and Dean and Esma especially on their trip to Canada. Pete was a very fun-loving man. Rarely did we see him without a smile or something to say that will brings smiles to those around him. God is the God of the living and not of the dead. Pete lives on in the realms of eternity. Jane and Gary Reeves
- Jane Ussery Reeves, Conway, SC
MaryJane we are sorry for your loss of your father Maurice. No words can express how much a part of your life he was, and will be held in your heart forever. Your father will be truly missed by everyone who knew him no matter where they crossed his path in life. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Ashlee, Rich, Sophie and Alex Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 
 Matthew 11:28
- Ashlee Geib, Pittsburgh, PA
My girls thought Mr. DeLoach was so nice. We live two doors down and both he and his wife would come to the door and speak with them when they were selling something or when we delivered newsletters. Our prayers are with Mrs. DeLoach and the other family members. I pray that God will give you comfort and fond memories. Jill Burk and family
- Jill Burk, Savannah, GA
Dear Mrs Deloach & Framily, I was so saddened to read today of the passing of Mr. Deloach. There are many memories of the friendship between yourselves and my parents, Lawrence and Eunice Rabey. Recently while going through her house I came across letters sent by you to my Mom. I will always be grateful for precious adults that were part of my life growing up at Calvary. God bless you.
- Carol Rabey, Savannah, GA
Juanita and family - Bob and I were deeply saddend to learn of your loss. How well I remember those days while Pete was overseas serving his country and you were home prayerfully awaiting his return. May our Lord give you strength, peace and love to sustain you and your family during this time. Ann and Bob Wilensky
- Ann Tippins Wilensky, Savannah, GA
Our prayers are for Mrs. Juanita and the family. We enjoyed hearing the stories of the travels of Pete and Juanita and Dean and Esma especially on their trip to Canada. Pete was a very fun-loving man. Rarely did we see him without a smile or something to say that will brings smiles to those around him. God is the God of the living and not of the dead. Pete lives on in the realms of eternity. Jane and Gary Reeves
- Jane Ussery Reeves, Conway, SC
MaryJane we are sorry for your loss of your father Maurice. No words can express how much a part of your life he was, and will be held in your heart forever. Your father will be truly missed by everyone who knew him no matter where they crossed his path in life. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Ashlee, Rich, Sophie and Alex Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 
 Matthew 11:28
- Ashlee Geib, Pittsburgh, PA
My girls thought Mr. DeLoach was so nice. We live two doors down and both he and his wife would come to the door and speak with them when they were selling something or when we delivered newsletters. Our prayers are with Mrs. DeLoach and the other family members. I pray that God will give you comfort and fond memories. Jill Burk and family
- Jill Burk, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
