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Celebrating the life of
Edward E. (Ed) Wolfe, Sr.
Passed away on November 07, 2021
Edward E. (Ed) Wolfe, Sr., 90, passed away on Sunday, November 7, 2021 at his home on Tybee Island. He was born in Savannah, son of Charles A. Wolfe, Sr. and Margaret Sellers Wolfe.
Ed was a graduate of Benedictine Military School and was a veteran of United States Marine Corps serving during the Korean War. He was retired from the American Automobile Association (AAA) after more than 30 years. He was a member of the Catholic faith, the Fenian Society, American Legion Post 154, a reunion group of Savannah Korean War veterans and an avid golfer. Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Charles A. Wolfe, Jr. and sister, Frances Kluck.
Surviving are his children, Edward E. Wolfe, Jr. (Carrie); James H. Wolfe, (Sandy); Judith W. Babbs; Deborah W. Shinall (Milton); love of his life, Elfie Schaffer; and her children, Bill and Caroline; brother, Donald Wolfe (Melody); sister, Charlotte McCarthy (Michael); seven grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
The funeral service will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel. The family will receive friends one hour prior.
Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens.
Remembrances: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or the Union Mission, 120 Fahm St., Savannah, GA 31401.
I am so sorry for your loss. He was an awesome man with alot of stories. He will be greatly missed.
- Margaret Sims, Debary, FL
I am saddened by your loss and we loved the "big bad wolf" as he described himself to us. Ed was such a joyous man. Our prayers are with you.
- Dan O Davis, Savannah, GA
Amy and I really enjoyed our conversation with Ed and Elfie on the dock. He will be missed dearly!
- Stephen McBride, Louisville , Kentucky
He will be missed. I have such good memories sharing holidays with him. Love to his family!
- Julie McCarthy Chambers Pittman , Charlotte , North Carolina
God be with your hearts as you share your loss. Lean on one another for strength. Wish I would have known this special man. Debbie ~ my heart is holding your hearts’ hand. Love u my buddy.
- Kathy Taylor, Charlotte , Nc
A candle has been lit!
Love and Prayers to all of you.
- Diane E Fordham, Midway, GA
Ed was a great guy.loved playing golf.He will be deeply missed.I love you mrs.Elfie if you need anything im here.my thoughts and prayers are with you.
- Janice Bunch, Savannah, GA
A candle has been lit!
Judy, Debbie and family, I’m so sorry for you’re loss, he was the sweetest man, always spoke to me when I ran into him. Great man and father to y’all. Praying for all of you. Julie Paige
- Paige, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
912-898-0900
- Funeral Service
- 12:30 p.m. on Wed, November 10, 2021
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
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4605 Hwy 80 East (map)
Savannah GA 31410 - 912-898-0900
- Family Will Receive Friends
- 11:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m on Wed, November 10, 2021
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
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4605 Hwy 80 East (map)
Savannah GA 31410 - 912-898-0900
- Interment
- on Wed, November 10, 2021
- Forest Lawn Memory Gardens
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315 Greenwich Road (map)
Savannah GA 31404