Evelyn Vaughan Hanel

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Celebrating the life of
Evelyn Vaughan HanelFebruary 29, 1928 - January 28, 2009

Evelyn V. Hanel, 80, died peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, January 28, 2009 in Savannah, GA.

Mrs. Hanel was born in Suffolk, VA on February 29, 1928, the daughter of the late William Bruce and Lilly Ellis Vaughan. Evelyn moved to Savannah in 1961. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother to her family. She was a longtime and very active member of St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church as well as being an active participant in the Alee Shrine Clown Unit along with her late husband.

Mrs. Hanel was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-three years, Theodore William Hanel, Jr., son, Theodore William Hanel, III and brother, William Bruce Vaughan, Jr. She is survived by her daughters, Cynthia H. Riddle and Sherry H. Shealy, both of Savannah; grandchildren, Amy E. Juengling and husband Grant of Dallas, TX, Cara Shealy Getter and husband Matthew, Elizabeth Anne Shealy, all of Savannah, Theresa Lynn Hanel of Brunswick, GA and Brett H. Hannon of Savannah; four great grandchildren; sister, Elsie Burton of Franklin, VA and brother, Edwin Vaughan of Suffolk, VA

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 2, 2009 at St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Shriners Children's Hospital, 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607.

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I am so sorry to hear of Ms. Evelyn's passing. I had the pleasure of working with her at the YMCA childcare. She was a wonderful lady full of love and kindness. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family

- Betsy O'Neil, Savannah, GA

Sherry and Family, Thinking of you and wishing you the best.

- Connie Parrish, Savannah, GA

Dear Cindy & Sherry, I'm so sorry for your loss.My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Camille Wallden

- Camille Wallden, sav, GA

Sherry,Cindy and family, Very sorry to hear about the passing of your mother.I am sure that she was loved by many, and will be greatly missed by all that knew her.You all are in my thoughts.

- Delores Tuten Coy, SAV, GA

Dear Sherry,Cindy,Cara,and Anne, We are so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She was such a sweet lady. You are in our thoughts and prayers during such a sad time. We love you. Gary and Sharon

- Sharon Mitchell, Savannah, GA

Cindy & Sherry I was so sorry to hear about your mom. She was really a sweet lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

- Russ & Gloria West, Tyrone, GA

Sherry, Cindy, & family, we will miss Evelyn's smile and sweetness. She was the best aunt anyone could ever have. We have so many fond memories of her, especially her meals. It may take her a while to put it together, but it was the best you have ever eaten. We will miss her so much. We love you all.

- David & Holly Wachsmuth, Tappahannock, VA