Celebrating the life of
Harrison Shay Lobel
May 07, 1996 - September 18, 2018
Harrison Shay Lobel, 22, died on September 18, 2018 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Michael Lobel (Jennifer McCaslin), he was born on May 7, 1996, in Atlanta and moved to Savannah with his family in 2004.
A 2015 graduate of The Savannah Country Day School, Harrison was a rising junior at The Savannah College of Art and Design, majoring in film production. Photography and filming were two of his passions: he belonged to the Film Club in high school and was hired as the photographer during those years for various organizations at Country Day and their alumni group, St. Vincent’s Academy, the Benedictine Cadets, Savannah Young Life, and for a number of freelance headshots and ads. His photography was also featured in two school magazines, The Buzz and Amanuensis, as well as in The Skinnie on The Landings. He was also active in the Asian Culture Club, the Outdoor Adventure Club, and the Savannah Young Life Program.
Having been diagnosed at an early age with Asperger’s Syndrome on the autism spectrum, Harrison chose to produce and direct a documentary on raising awareness on autism spectrum disorders, “Darkness and Solace: Raising Awareness for the Socially Impaired,” which he presented to a number of middle and upper school audiences in Savannah for his Country Day senior project. He was awarded a SCAD scholarship for that endeavor.
Two of Harrison’s high school summers were spent completing the Kanuga Trailblazers’ Leadership Program at an Episcopal camp in North Carolina. In other summers, he worked as a hygienist’s assistant at Dentistry for Children and Adolescents, Savannah Squeeze, the Friendship Coffee Company, and the Byrd Cookie Company. In the community, he worked with the Compassion Christian Church East Campus in providing food for the homeless and volunteered his time to photograph a number of events for the Community Bible Church (CBC) Neighbors group, in which church community the Lobels are active members.
Harrison is survived by his parents, Bryan and Jennifer Lobel, his sister Macy, his grandparents, Pamela McCaslin, Barbara Schecter Lobel, and Joel Charles Lobel, a number of devoted aunts, uncles, and cousins, and many special friends.
The family will receive visitors from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, September 21, at Fox and Weeks Funeral Home, Hodgson Boulevard. A celebration of Harrison’s life will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 22, at the Community Bible Church, 1206 E. 68th Street, conducted by Pastor Bill Fowler, with burial to follow later.
In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to the budding memorial garden at CBC (1206 E. 68th Street, 31404) or to the Harrison Lobel Memorial Fund at the Savannah Country Day School (824 Stillwood Drive, 31419).
May the thoughts of knowing that friends and family share in your grief be of comfort to the Lobel family for your loss. May fond memories provide solace during these most difficult times. Please know that God is close to the broken-hearted. He will continue to help you endure “Psalm 147:3” and “John 5:28,29”
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Sending prayers of peace during this difficult time. I enjoyed meeting you last weekend and learning so much about Harrison. Thank you for allowing us to share the day with you.
- Carol Hathaway, Dawsonville, GA
That was supposed to say Baruch Dayan HaEmet. Blessed is the Judge of Truth.
- Susan Bass, Houston , TX
Pam, we were so sorry to hear about Harrison's death. Such a tragedy. Nancy and Eunice Bell
- Bell family, Saratoga Springs , NY
Jenny- My heart is so saddened for you and your family. My words can’t do justice. I wish peace and much love to you and your family, in the coming days, weeks and years. My heartfelt condolences, Evan
- Evan (Brown) Hanson, Peachtree Corners , GA
So sorry for your loss. May God be with you and help you through this troubled time. Our thoughts and prayers are with y'all.
- Michael and Tracy Rowell , Savannah , Ga.
I am more than sorry to hear about your lost. May the peace of God that surpasses all understanding guard your heart and your mental powers mean of Christ Jesus ( philippians 4:7)
- Valerie, Lawrenceville, GA
May Jehovah sustain you at this time of such great loss(2 Corinthians 1:3)
- Lisa, Lawrenceville, Ga
Dear Lobel family, I am so sorry for the death of your loved one. Please be assured that God is love and that He does not want any of us to suffer. He gives us the Wonderful promise that He will soon eliminate death forever. (Rev.21:3&4)
- Willie, Loganville , Ga
We were deeply saddened by the news of your son's passing. Our sincere prayers go out to your family. Dennis & Janis Campbell
- Dennis & Janis Campbell , Savannah , Ga
I am so sorry for your loss.Harrison will be missed.He was just a few months older than my child.I have tears in my eyes as I write this!My heart truly goes out to all of you.
- Wieczorek family, Savannah , Georgia
Harrison was such a fine young man with a bright future ahead in his choice of film and photography. He worked hard to accomplish so much in his short life. He is still blessing others with his organ gift of life. Much uknown good is yet to come to your family as you try to heal from his loss. You are surrounded on this earth by so many who love your family as we do. God be with you as we move through life in the years ahead. Our families have been friends for nearly fifty years and we are grateful for your friendship and help when we faced challenges.
- Lee and Salty Forbes, Savannah , Ga.
Sorry for you lost Iam a mom two and my tears are going down it hurts such a beautiful son may he Rest In Peace ?
- Jacqueline Venancio , Savannah , Ga
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We love you Lobel Family.
- Tom, Lois, Melaine, Tiffany, Sean & Ryan Lavrisa , Savannah, GA
What an extraordinary young man. May God richly bless and comfort your family. John 14:27
- Jeff & Cindy Sullivan , McDonough , Ga
We extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Harrison was a delightful young man and a joy to work with and be around. May the peace and comfort of God's love surround as you remember him. Herbert and Mertice Hall
- Herbert and Mertice Hall, Savannah, GA
My condolences to the family. May you find comfort in the scripture at Revelation 21:4.
- Niecy, www.jw.org,
"If ever there is tomorrow when we’re not together… there is something you must always remember. You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think. But the most important thing is, even if we’re apart… I’ll always be with you.” -A.A.Milne To my Harrison, you will always be in my heart and soul.
- Wori, , GA
I am saddened by your loss of Harrison. Know that "Jehovah is close to the broken hearted, He saves those who are crushed in spirit." Psalm 34:18. Please read 2 Corinthians 1:3,4 for another promise from the God of comfort.
- Harris, ,
Our hearts ?? are broken over your loss! There are no words for this terrible time for all of you Your family will forever be in our thoughts! With love, Louise & Freddie
- Harkavy , Savannah , Ga
We are deeply saddened to hear of Harrison’s passing. Though Chris and I are unable to attend the service, please know we love you all and have you in our hearts and prayers.
- Dave and Chris Dollarhide, Orange Park, FL
We are all saddened by the news of Harrison. He was a great kid who worked so hard around the shop...he never stopped and that’s what we loved about him. Hard-working and honest! Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. Much love during this difficult time ??
- Libby Miller (Friendship Coffee Co), Savannah, GA
My sincere condolences to the family an friends of Harrison. For Harrison to be so young he did a lot of impressive things an it is so sad to read this obituary. Very soon though death will be a thing in the past (1 Cor. 15:26), we will no longer have to worry about losing loved ones to death anymore. Please read that scripture along with Acts chapter 24 verse 15 an you will see how things will soon be better.
- Kay F, Savannah , Ga
It saddens my heart to hear about Harrison. My deepest condolences to your family. "And [God] will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away."-Revelation 21:4
- B.B, , Ga
There are no words to express our sorry over your loss. Know that many thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you all during the days ahead. Lovingly, Carolyn
- Carolyn Woods-Usher Oxenrider, Savannah, GA
May the thoughts of knowing that friends and family share in your grief be of comfort to the Lobel family for your loss. May fond memories provide solace during these most difficult times. Please know that God is close to the broken-hearted. He will continue to help you endure “Psalm 147:3” and “John 5:28,29”
- , ,
Sending prayers of peace during this difficult time. I enjoyed meeting you last weekend and learning so much about Harrison. Thank you for allowing us to share the day with you.
- Carol Hathaway, Dawsonville, GA
That was supposed to say Baruch Dayan HaEmet. Blessed is the Judge of Truth.
- Susan Bass, Houston , TX
Pam, we were so sorry to hear about Harrison's death. Such a tragedy. Nancy and Eunice Bell
- Bell family, Saratoga Springs , NY
Jenny- My heart is so saddened for you and your family. My words can’t do justice. I wish peace and much love to you and your family, in the coming days, weeks and years. My heartfelt condolences, Evan
- Evan (Brown) Hanson, Peachtree Corners , GA
So sorry for your loss. May God be with you and help you through this troubled time. Our thoughts and prayers are with y'all.
- Michael and Tracy Rowell , Savannah , Ga.
I am more than sorry to hear about your lost. May the peace of God that surpasses all understanding guard your heart and your mental powers mean of Christ Jesus ( philippians 4:7)
- Valerie, Lawrenceville, GA
May Jehovah sustain you at this time of such great loss(2 Corinthians 1:3)
- Lisa, Lawrenceville, Ga
Dear Lobel family, I am so sorry for the death of your loved one. Please be assured that God is love and that He does not want any of us to suffer. He gives us the Wonderful promise that He will soon eliminate death forever. (Rev.21:3&4)
- Willie, Loganville , Ga
We were deeply saddened by the news of your son's passing. Our sincere prayers go out to your family. Dennis & Janis Campbell
- Dennis & Janis Campbell , Savannah , Ga
I am so sorry for your loss.Harrison will be missed.He was just a few months older than my child.I have tears in my eyes as I write this!My heart truly goes out to all of you.
- Wieczorek family, Savannah , Georgia
Harrison was such a fine young man with a bright future ahead in his choice of film and photography. He worked hard to accomplish so much in his short life. He is still blessing others with his organ gift of life. Much uknown good is yet to come to your family as you try to heal from his loss. You are surrounded on this earth by so many who love your family as we do. God be with you as we move through life in the years ahead. Our families have been friends for nearly fifty years and we are grateful for your friendship and help when we faced challenges.
- Lee and Salty Forbes, Savannah , Ga.
Sorry for you lost Iam a mom two and my tears are going down it hurts such a beautiful son may he Rest In Peace ?
- Jacqueline Venancio , Savannah , Ga
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We love you Lobel Family.
- Tom, Lois, Melaine, Tiffany, Sean & Ryan Lavrisa , Savannah, GA
What an extraordinary young man. May God richly bless and comfort your family. John 14:27
- Jeff & Cindy Sullivan , McDonough , Ga
We extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Harrison was a delightful young man and a joy to work with and be around. May the peace and comfort of God's love surround as you remember him. Herbert and Mertice Hall
- Herbert and Mertice Hall, Savannah, GA
My condolences to the family. May you find comfort in the scripture at Revelation 21:4.
- Niecy, www.jw.org,
"If ever there is tomorrow when we’re not together… there is something you must always remember. You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think. But the most important thing is, even if we’re apart… I’ll always be with you.” -A.A.Milne To my Harrison, you will always be in my heart and soul.
- Wori, , GA
I am saddened by your loss of Harrison. Know that "Jehovah is close to the broken hearted, He saves those who are crushed in spirit." Psalm 34:18. Please read 2 Corinthians 1:3,4 for another promise from the God of comfort.
- Harris, ,
Our hearts ?? are broken over your loss! There are no words for this terrible time for all of you Your family will forever be in our thoughts! With love, Louise & Freddie
- Harkavy , Savannah , Ga
We are deeply saddened to hear of Harrison’s passing. Though Chris and I are unable to attend the service, please know we love you all and have you in our hearts and prayers.
- Dave and Chris Dollarhide, Orange Park, FL
We are all saddened by the news of Harrison. He was a great kid who worked so hard around the shop...he never stopped and that’s what we loved about him. Hard-working and honest! Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. Much love during this difficult time ??
- Libby Miller (Friendship Coffee Co), Savannah, GA
My sincere condolences to the family an friends of Harrison. For Harrison to be so young he did a lot of impressive things an it is so sad to read this obituary. Very soon though death will be a thing in the past (1 Cor. 15:26), we will no longer have to worry about losing loved ones to death anymore. Please read that scripture along with Acts chapter 24 verse 15 an you will see how things will soon be better.
- Kay F, Savannah , Ga
It saddens my heart to hear about Harrison. My deepest condolences to your family. "And [God] will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away."-Revelation 21:4
- B.B, , Ga
There are no words to express our sorry over your loss. Know that many thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you all during the days ahead. Lovingly, Carolyn
- Carolyn Woods-Usher Oxenrider, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
