Celebrating the life of
Josepeh William Oetgen, Sr.
December 01, 1926 - June 16, 2008
Joseph William "Joe" Oetgen, Sr., 81, died June 16, 2008 at his residence. He was born in Thunderbolt, son of the late Walter F. and Pansy Bragg Oetgen. He was a graduate of Savannah High School, Armstrong State Junior College and attended Clemson University and the University of Georgia. He began his work career with Wachtels Physicians Supply Company in Savannah. In 1958, he moved to Augusta, Georgia joining Marks Surgical Supply Company, serving as purchasing agent remaining there for 20 years. Mr. Oetgen later transferred to Houston, Texas living there for 2 years and on to Atlanta, Georgia living there 18 years retiring from Owens & Minor, Inc. after 40 years of service in the surgical supply field. He was a charter member of St. Luke's Lutheran Church in Thunderbolt and Advent Lutheran Church in Augusta, a former member of St. Michael's Lutheran Church in Doraville and a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Ascension. During his years, he was involved in many areas of church service to include, councilman, choir member and other areas. He participated in the Crafts Ministry at First Southern Methodist Church. Mr. Oetgen served in the United States Navy during World War II as an aviation machinist mate 3rd. class.
Surviving are his wife of 56 years, Sarah Ford Oetgen of Savannah; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Joseph W. "Jody" Oetgen, Jr. of Savannah; William E. and Cindy Oetgen of Jacksonville, FL; sister, Gloria Dillon and her husband, Frederick of Pensacola, FL: granddaughter, Tori Nicole Oetgen of Atlanta and several nieces and nephews.
Memorial Service: 11:00 a.m. Thursday, June 19, 2008 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel.
Burial: Hillcrest Abbey Memorial Park.
Remembrances: Enlarge Our Vision, C/O Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Ascension, 120 Bull St., Savannah, GA 31401.
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Dear Aunt Sarah, Jody, Gene and Cindy, and Tori, We were so sad to hear of Uncle Joe's passing. We really enjoyed the times that we spent with him. He knows how much you all and we love him. You are in our prayers. Love, Kelli McGinnis and Jason and Latricia McGinnis
- Kelli McGinnis, Pensacola, FL
A good man is measured by how people view his life. Joe's life was indeed full with family and friends. He was loved and respected,and his legacy will live on in those he left behind. May God bless you, Sarah and Jody, with many more blessings. God already blessed you with a fine husband and father. much love johanna derrick
- johanna fletcher derrick, vidalia, GA
Dear Aunt Sarah, Jody & Gene: We were so sorry to hear this news. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Our love to all of you, Linda, Dennis, Brian and Geoff
- Linda Daniels & family, Atlanta, GA
Dear Sarah, I was sad to read Joe's obituary in the Chronicle tonight. As you know I haven't had contact with yall in years, but Hugh Thomas kept me up on your moving about with OMI. Joe was a great friend and mentor to me when when I was with the company. I'm sorry that I can't be there. You,Jody,and Gene are in my thoughts and prayers.
- Charles Marks, Augusta, GA
Dear Aunt Sarah, Jody, Gene, Cindy and family, We were so sorry to hear about Uncle Joe. We have many fond memories of him and he will be missed by all of us. Wish we could be there with you, but know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. Love to all, Gail, Pam, Rick and Joannie
- Pam Dillon, Gulf Breeze, FL
Dearest Sarah, Jody and Family, Joe was a very special man and loved by all who met him. He will be sadly missed. Our prayers and love are with you all.
- Ray and Shirley Petrea Varney, Savannah, GA
Dear Aunt Sarah, Jody, Gene and Cindy, and Tori, We were so sad to hear of Uncle Joe's passing. We really enjoyed the times that we spent with him. He knows how much you all and we love him. You are in our prayers. Love, Kelli McGinnis and Jason and Latricia McGinnis
- Kelli McGinnis, Pensacola, FL
A good man is measured by how people view his life. Joe's life was indeed full with family and friends. He was loved and respected,and his legacy will live on in those he left behind. May God bless you, Sarah and Jody, with many more blessings. God already blessed you with a fine husband and father. much love johanna derrick
- johanna fletcher derrick, vidalia, GA
Dear Aunt Sarah, Jody & Gene: We were so sorry to hear this news. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Our love to all of you, Linda, Dennis, Brian and Geoff
- Linda Daniels & family, Atlanta, GA
Dear Sarah, I was sad to read Joe's obituary in the Chronicle tonight. As you know I haven't had contact with yall in years, but Hugh Thomas kept me up on your moving about with OMI. Joe was a great friend and mentor to me when when I was with the company. I'm sorry that I can't be there. You,Jody,and Gene are in my thoughts and prayers.
- Charles Marks, Augusta, GA
Dear Aunt Sarah, Jody, Gene, Cindy and family, We were so sorry to hear about Uncle Joe. We have many fond memories of him and he will be missed by all of us. Wish we could be there with you, but know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. Love to all, Gail, Pam, Rick and Joannie
- Pam Dillon, Gulf Breeze, FL
Dearest Sarah, Jody and Family, Joe was a very special man and loved by all who met him. He will be sadly missed. Our prayers and love are with you all.
- Ray and Shirley Petrea Varney, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
