Celebrating the life of
Essie Fountain Schreck
December 02, 1918 - February 16, 2009
Essie Fountain Schreck died Monday, February 16, 2009. She was the widow of Peter Reilly Schreck, Sr.
She was born December 2, 1918 in Savannah where she attended St. Vincent's Elementary School and was a graduate of St. Vincent's Academy. Later she attended Ryan's Business College, Armstrong Atlantic State University and Savannah State College obtaining a certified professional secretarial rating.
Her working career spanned some 50 years of service with the following federal government agencies: Department of Defense at Hunter Army Airfield in Savannah; Officer's Club, U.S. Air Force, Lubbock, Texas; USPHS Communicable Disease Center, Oatland Island: and the International Office of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Plant Protection & Quarantine in the Juliette Low Federal Building in downtown Savannah. She served as President of the St. Vincent's Alumnae; President of the National Association of Office Support Employees, also serving as Chaplain, Treasurer. She was a Director of the Savannah Chapter of the International Association of Administrative Professionals headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. She was a communicant of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church.
Surviving are her son and daughter-in-law: Peter R. Schreck, Jr. and Mary G. Schreck; a daughter and son-in-law, Eileen M. Carver and Col. Curtis A. Carver, Jr., West Point, New York; five grandchildren: Megan Hulitt, Peter R. Schreck, III, Curtis Carver, III, Gregory Carver, Michelle Carver and one great granddaughter, Juliana Hulitt; two sisters: Martina Howe of Bethesda, Maryland, Mary Fountain and one brother: John Fountain; and several nieces and nephews.
The family would like to express their special appreciation to the staff of Tara Nursing Home and Odyssey Healthcare for their attention and support.
Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Tuesday at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel with a Vigil Service at 6:00 PM.
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 AM Wednesday at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church.
Burial will be in Catholic Cemetery.
Remembrances can be sent to Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, St. Vincent's Academy or Benedictine Military School.
I am very sorry to hear of Essie's passing--I worked with her from 1978 through 1985 with PPQ in Savannah. She was always glad to help everyone and had a great sense of humor. I still have the little statue she gave me when I left in 1985. I will miss you, Essie. Sincerely, Jim Neal
- Jim Neal, Statesboro, GA
I was saddened to hear of Essie's passing. My sympathy and prayers are with the family.
- Mary L. Russell, Savannah, GA
It was a pleasure to have known and worked with Essie at the local USDA Plant Protection and Quarantine office. She was a fine lady and her picture still adorns our office today. Condolences go out to all her loved ones from Donna, Caitlin and myself.
- Timothy D. Brackney, Savannah, GA
I am sorry to hear about Essie's passing. All her friends from IAAP have many fond memories of our travels together to State, Region and International Conferences. Essie was such a spirited person always dressed to the 'nines'--coordinated from head to toe. I remember how she was always so proud of the accomplishments of her family members. She was always eager to cheer on the accomplishments of others as well. I know God's hands are upon her now and she is with her 'Pete' smiling down on all of us.
- Diana Hodges, Savannah, GA
Essie's professionalism and integrity at our USDA office was an example for everyone. We are proud to have have worked with her and she served her country well. Our sympathies go out to all her family and friends.
- Stephen Davis, Savannah, GA
I know Miss Essie will be greatly missed. I enjoyed my relationship with her when I worked for Congressman Lindsay Thomas and our offices were on the same floor. She will be fondly remembered by a great many people.
- Patricia DePriest, Savannah, GA
Pete, Meg and family, I was sorry to see that Essie had died. Another one of the 'girls' of SVA 1936. I know my meeting with her were always a joy. And if she and Mom got together, forget about getting a word in. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers.
- Julia C. Muller, Savannah, GA
Pete ,Meg and family.My deepest sympathy on your loss.You are in my prayers.
- Tom Mahoney, Savannah, GA
I am very sorry to hear of Essie's passing--I worked with her from 1978 through 1985 with PPQ in Savannah. She was always glad to help everyone and had a great sense of humor. I still have the little statue she gave me when I left in 1985. I will miss you, Essie. Sincerely, Jim Neal
- Jim Neal, Statesboro, GA
I was saddened to hear of Essie's passing. My sympathy and prayers are with the family.
- Mary L. Russell, Savannah, GA
It was a pleasure to have known and worked with Essie at the local USDA Plant Protection and Quarantine office. She was a fine lady and her picture still adorns our office today. Condolences go out to all her loved ones from Donna, Caitlin and myself.
- Timothy D. Brackney, Savannah, GA
I am sorry to hear about Essie's passing. All her friends from IAAP have many fond memories of our travels together to State, Region and International Conferences. Essie was such a spirited person always dressed to the 'nines'--coordinated from head to toe. I remember how she was always so proud of the accomplishments of her family members. She was always eager to cheer on the accomplishments of others as well. I know God's hands are upon her now and she is with her 'Pete' smiling down on all of us.
- Diana Hodges, Savannah, GA
Essie's professionalism and integrity at our USDA office was an example for everyone. We are proud to have have worked with her and she served her country well. Our sympathies go out to all her family and friends.
- Stephen Davis, Savannah, GA
I know Miss Essie will be greatly missed. I enjoyed my relationship with her when I worked for Congressman Lindsay Thomas and our offices were on the same floor. She will be fondly remembered by a great many people.
- Patricia DePriest, Savannah, GA
Pete, Meg and family, I was sorry to see that Essie had died. Another one of the 'girls' of SVA 1936. I know my meeting with her were always a joy. And if she and Mom got together, forget about getting a word in. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers.
- Julia C. Muller, Savannah, GA
Pete ,Meg and family.My deepest sympathy on your loss.You are in my prayers.
- Tom Mahoney, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
