Celebrating the life of
Edward Chan Sieg
November 08, 1928 - March 07, 2007
Edward Chan Sieg
Savannah- Edward Chan Sieg was born on November 8, 1928, in Savannah, Georgia. The third generation native Savannahian was the son of the late Gerald Chan Sieg and Edward A. Sieg. Chan died peacefully in his sleep Wednesday morning, March 7, 2007. Edward Chan Sieg graduated with honors from Savannah High School. He received his Bachelor of Arts and Science degrees from Armstrong College and earned a Master of Fine Arts and a doctoral degree in educational media at the University of Georgia. He was a United States Army veteran of the Korean conflict. He was a prolific director, writer, poet, and photographer. At age 12, he published his first work, a magazine article on Mozart’s “Requiem” in the Etude Magazine. In listing his own expertise, Sieg cited general, educational and psychological communications, media and educational materials; motion picture and television production; theatre; and general photography and its applications. In the 1950’s in Hollywood, CA, he played in the Goldwyn movie, “The Ring.” He wrote two TV scripts “Sound of Snow” and “The Return of Rain.” In the 1960’s, Chan returned to Athens, GA where he pursued his passion which was the theatre. He was appointed as the Resident Director of the Town and Gown Theatre. The drama group produced many well-known Broadway plays. In addition, he was a member of a musical band, playing the drums and piano. He was also an award winning photographer. He was a photographer of stunning creativity. His photograph of Olympic Swimming Gold Medal Champion Mark Spitz won a gold medal in an International Photographic Competition. In the 1970’s, Chan worked at the Oatland Island Educational Center as a Savannah film maker. Chan filmed the educational movie about the possibilities of the site. He said, “A lot of films have been made in Georgia, I want to see them made by Georgians.” In his later years, he was a historian and author of two books on Savannah, The Squares, An Introduction to Savannah, and Eden on the Marsh, An Illustrated History of Savannah. The proceeds from The Squares, An Introduction to Savannah continue to benefit Chatham Academy, a school for children with learning disabilities.
Chan is survived by his wife, Elizabeth H. Sieg; a son, Edward Phillips and daughter-in-law, Dianne Phillips Birmingham, AL; a daughter, Andra DeVincenzo, and son-in-law, Dr. John P. DeVincenzo Proctor, AR. Chan’s three grandchildren are J.P. DeVincenzo, Julia DeVincenzo, and Michael Phillips. Chan is survived by his sister, Jerry Dillon; his nephew, Larry Dillon and wife, Jan, and their children, Chan and Christian and their grandson, Erin; his niece, Daphne Murphy and her husband, Dr. Mark E. Murphy, and their children, Christopher and Joshua. Also surviving are an uncle, Robert Earl Chan and his family of NY, an aunt , Elva Sieg and her family of Miami, FL; and numerous cousins, including Nannelle Chan, Tai Chan, Archie Chan, Stephanie Stewart, Sandra Chan, Deborah Bowen, Nancy Brown and their extended families.
A Memorial Service will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, March 9, at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel with Rev. Ron Parrish officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. in the chapel.
The family suggests that remembrances be made to Independent Presbyterian Church, 207 Bull St., Savannah, GA 31401.
Beth & Family: May beautiful memories of times shared comfort you today and always. The Lord will give strength unto His people and bless His people with peace. Ps 29:11 May you find peace in His love. Thinking of you with love.
- Pat Murphy, Lyons, GA
Beth, I'm sorry to hear about you loss. Just know that we love you and if you need anything please let us know. Your in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Faye Morgan
- faye morgan, Savannah, GA
We were saddened to hear about Chan's passing. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy. Terry said that Chan was quite the craftsman. He will be missed by all.
- Terry & Janet Thompson, Savannah, GA
Beth and family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. Wish we could be there. We love you. Ina Mae, Debbie, Carolyn, and Larry
- Debbie Shuman, savannah, GA
Chan has been a gift to me. The wonderful sense of humor, the laughter and the joy, The love story features Chan, Beth and Ptah teaches us to share love, deeper. Chan and Beth are soul mates for eternity. I love you.
- Dale Tuttle, Richmond Hill, GA
Beth & Family: May beautiful memories of times shared comfort you today and always. The Lord will give strength unto His people and bless His people with peace. Ps 29:11 May you find peace in His love. Thinking of you with love.
- Pat Murphy, Lyons, GA
Beth, I'm sorry to hear about you loss. Just know that we love you and if you need anything please let us know. Your in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Faye Morgan
- faye morgan, Savannah, GA
We were saddened to hear about Chan's passing. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy. Terry said that Chan was quite the craftsman. He will be missed by all.
- Terry & Janet Thompson, Savannah, GA
Beth and family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. Wish we could be there. We love you. Ina Mae, Debbie, Carolyn, and Larry
- Debbie Shuman, savannah, GA
Chan has been a gift to me. The wonderful sense of humor, the laughter and the joy, The love story features Chan, Beth and Ptah teaches us to share love, deeper. Chan and Beth are soul mates for eternity. I love you.
- Dale Tuttle, Richmond Hill, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
