We have been made aware that families being served by Fox & Weeks are being contacted by individuals requesting payment over the phone. Fox & Weeks will not contact a family requesting payment over the phone. Please contact the Savannah Police Department immediately if you are contacted and asked to make payment over the phone. Please contact Fox & Weeks if you have any questions.
Celebrating the life of
Eunice Smith Saxon
Passed away on October 30, 2020
Eunice Smith Saxon, 98, passed away Friday, October 30, 2020 at her residence. She was born in Savannah, daughter of Clair Harris and Elizabeth Musselwhite Smith. She was a graduate of Commercial High School and a member of White Bluff Presbyterian Church where she was also a member of the Women’s Auxiliary.
Mrs. Saxon began her banking career with First Federal Savings and Loan later Great Southern Federal. At the time of her retirement after 25 years, she was the executive secretary to the president and chairman of the board.
Other than her parents, four brothers, two sisters, she was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Fred Eason Saxon.
Surviving are her children, Ellen Saxon of Rincon, GA; Karen Saxon of Woodstock, GA; Alice S. (Danny) Edwards of Springfield, GA; nine grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren, seven great great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 1, 2020 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
The graveside service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 2, 2020 at Hillcrest Abbey Memorial Park.
Remembrances: Hospice Savannah, Inc., P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416.
I know it wasn't unexpected, but it was still difficult seeing Eunice's obituary in the paper. She was such a sweet lady. She will be missed, ♥ Dawn & Dan
- Dawn DeCamp, SAVANNAH, GA
With love and beautiful memories
- Lee Smith, Cumming, GA
Eunice was my aunt on my fathers side of the family. She was a beautiful person and her cheerfulness was very contagious. I will miss her.
- Amy Smith, The Villages, FL
A candle has been lit!
Very sorry for your loss. My mother, Renetta, and Eunice were friends for a long time. I remember Eunice fondly.
- Alice R Thigpen, SANDY SPRINGS, GA
My deep condolences to the family. May she reign with the angels.
- Faye Rees, Savannah , GA
Worked with Eunice at First Federal for over 12 years. A wonderful, smart lady. Really enjoyed knowing her. God bless her and may she enjoy her new heavenly home!
- Bob Thomas, Marietta , Georgia
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Visitation
- 3:00-5:00 p.m. on Sun, November 01, 2020
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
-
7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406 - 912-352-7200
- Graveside Service
- 11:00 a.m. on Mon, November 02, 2020
- Hillcrest Abbey Memorial Park
-
1600 Wheaton Street (map)
Savannah GA 31404 - 912-234-3458