Merida Cuyler Hendricks

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Celebrating the life of
Merida Cuyler HendricksDecember 10, 1923 - July 09, 2008

Savannah- Merida "M.C." Cuyler Hendricks, 84, peacefully passed away early Wednesday morning, July 9, 2008.

He was born December 10, 1923 in Candler County, Georgia, the eldest of two sons born to Charlie & Ida Hendricks. As a young man, he moved to Savannah and graduated from Commercial High School in 1943. He was a very active athlete and played basketball for Savannah High School. He continued to stay active in sports throughout his life. He held all offices in the Savannah Umpires Association, where he umpired many sports for over 30 years. He found the game of golf late in life and became a golf enthusiast. He was a member of the Senior Blitz, serving in all offices including president. His proudest moments in golf were his two holes in one, and that he could beat all of his sons and grandsons in the game of golf. M.C. served during WWII in the Navy aboard the USS Frazier, and also served with the 117th Air Guard during the Korean War. He retired from Derst Baking Company as Human Resources Manager. He was a member of Solomon's Lodge #1 F.&A.M., the Scottish Rite Consistory-Valley of Savannah, the Alee Shrine where he was past president of the Oriental Band and loved to march in the parades, American Legion Post 154, Tybee Island and past member of the Savannah Exchange Club. He was past Exaulted Ruler of Savannah Elks Lodge #183, where he also served as a Trustee, was a Southeast Vice President of the Georgia Elks Association and past District Deputy of the Grand Lodge of the Order of the Elks. He served in all chairs in the Elks lodge and was an active member until his death. M.C. was a member of Cresthill Baptist Church and as a child, Upper Lodge Creek Baptist Church in Metter. He met his wife, Gloria Hagins at the Knights of Columbus in 1945. They were married in 1947 and continued a loving relationship for 61 years. His parents preceded him in death.

Survivors include his wife, Gloria Hagins Hendricks; sons, Charlie Hendricks and his wife Sarah of Midway, GA, Stephen Hendricks and his wife Charlotte of Palm Harbor, FL, Mark Hendricks of Tampa, FL; daughter, Anne Hendricks Alderman and her husband Jim of Savannah; seven grandchildren, Tiffany Becton, Leighton Hendricks, Brandon and Drew Alderman, Cuyler and Chris Hendricks, Corrie Jo Hendricks; brother and sister-in-law, Carl and Sequel Hendricks and two great-grandchildren.

Visitation: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, July 11, 2008 at the Hodgson Chapel of Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors.

Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 12 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.

Burial: Greenwich Section of Bonaventure Cemetery.

Remembrances may be made to Elks Aidmore Children's Center, 2394 Morrison Rd., Conyers, GA 30094 or The Morris Slotin Fund, c/o Alee Shriner's P.O. Box 14147, Savannah, GA 31416.

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We were so sorry to hear about M.C. He brightened our days while we were playing golf at The Landings. Our sincere condolences. Bob & Joyce Egan, Savannah

- joyce egan, savannah, GA

This man was the Best: Grandfather, Father, Friend, Husband, Uncle anyone could ask for.....He was everything and anything , ALL rolled up into one human being !! My movie addiction, came from him, because growing up he never failed to take me to the movies when I came to Savannah.....holding my Poppa's hand and a big tub of popcorn, was better than winning the lottery to me. My personality...the one my friend's love and my husband wishes he had, came from this man. He taught me how to laugh, love and live. From the day I was born until the age of 35 he never failed to kiss me and tell me how much he loved me. Only around him did I feel my youth was immortal because he always treated me as I was still the little black haired, bucked tooth princess he adored. I will always long to feel his grizzly beard stroke my cheek as he whispered, 'I love you, Country' in my ear. that was my nickname, because I was raised in Brooklet 'the country' The depths of my soul will always ACHE for him, but I know he would not want me to be sad and that now he is truly my 'Gaurdian Angel'/....Every time I hear a good joke or go to the movies I know he is right there, enjoying it with me. Good Bye, my sweet Poppa....until we see each other again.....I love you !

- Tiffany Becton, Palm Harbor, FL

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We looked forward to visiting & laughing with MC at the Frazier reunion. Jody Carol Susan Karen Schmidt, St Louis reunion crew

- jody cattoi, st louis, MO

Anne, Brandon, Drew and all, We are so sorry to learn of your loss. He was such a character. We didn't know him well, but loved what we knew of him. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Diane & Mike

- Diane & Mike Prewett, Progreso, Mexico, GA

Our hearts go out to your family. We had such great times at the parades and playing cards together. We'll never forget the wonderful times. What a special man and a great friend who we truly admired. He will be missed.

- Bruce & Betty Hodge, Tybee Island, GA

My sympathies are with you, Gloria, and your family. M. C. was a wonderful man and both Darrell and I enjoyed his company at past Frazier reunions.

- Mrs. Darrell C. Dorney, Downers Grove, IL

My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family, Gloria. May peace be yours during this difficult time. I have so many fond memories of M.C.. I've known him since I was 5 years old. I'll miss him. I know he's at peace.He had a nice long life and fufilled many of his dreams. Marrying you was one of them. T.L.Wetherington Mount Dora, Florida

- T.L. Wetherington, Mount Dora,, FL

What a privege to have known this delightful gentleman! I share you're grief, and I will be with you in prayer.

- Fall Quattlebaum, Savannah, GA

Charlie, your family is in our prayers for your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you and yours. Patrick and Penny Lusk.

- Patrick Lusk, Pooler, GA

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Our deepest condolences.

- William and Jean Remley, Savannah, GA

Naomi and I are very sorry for the loss of our dear friend. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Sidney and Naomi Jenkins

- Sidney Jenkins, Newington, GA

Gloria and family I am truly sorry for your lose and MC will be in my prayers.

- Emma Doyle, Savannah, GA

Steve, Our prayers and support are with you and your entire family. Spending time with your Dad assures me that he lived a full life and enlightened every day for those he was around. Tony

- Tony & Jayne Marino, Palm Harbor, FL

Steve, My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. If a man can be judged by his children, your father was a very great man. I enjoyed the times we went fishing. He was truly a southern gentleman. John

- John Green, Palm Harbor, FL

Aunt Gloria, Anne, Charlie,Stephen and Mark: I am so sad for the loss of Uncle M.C. He was one of the best! My prayers will be with you always! Love, Bonnie Mark and Bonnie Cox

- Bonnie Forbes Cox, Midway, GA

I have missed seeing M C at the last few meetings. I enjoyed talking with him and having some fun times. He was a good friend to know. James

- James Russell, Toccoa, GA

This special man will truly be missed by those whose lives he touched. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love, Cheryl and Joe Brinson

- Cheryl Brinson, Rincon, GA