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Celebrating the life of
Henry Lawton Tison, Jr.
May 07, 1942 - January 25, 2023
Henry Lawton Tison, Jr., age 80, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at the Arbors Memory Care facility in Savannah.
The native and lifelong resident of Savannah was born on May 7, 1942 to the late Henry Lawton, Sr. and Edna Williamson Tison. Growing up on Isle of Hope, Henry often talked of the happy times that he and his friends spent exploring the woods and camping on the islands in the river. Henry was a 1960 graduate of Savannah Country Day School and graduated in 1964 with a Bachelor of Science degree from Clemson University. He was passionate about his Clemson Tigers, and he enjoyed building furniture for his family and friends. Through the years, Henry had varied careers in construction including selling construction materials and constructing roads and homes before he retired from his own construction and remodeling company.
In addition to his parents, Henry was preceded in death by a brother, Joseph S. Tison.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Virginia Kelly Tison; two sons H. Lawton Tison, III (Mary) and John M. Tison; three daughters, Catherine Eurell ( Charlie), Eleanor Tison (Mark Dailey), and Virginia T. Coates; grandchildren, Joseph M. Phinney, Luke W. Dailey, Henry O. Dailey (Maureen), Eleanor V. Dailey, Emma A. Dailey, Mary Catherine Tison, Andrew L. Tison, Brennan T. Tison, Ellis A. Coates, Ruth A. Dailey and Shane R. Tison; sister, Lucy T. Gilpin (Michael); sister-in-law, Margaret K. Tew (David), and many nieces, nephews, and cousins that will dearly miss him.
Memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, January 27, 2023, at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. A visitation will be held at the funeral home from 3:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. prior to the service. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests you consider donating in Henry’s memory to a charity of your choice.
Our deepest sympathies to Ginny and her family. We’ll always have fond memories of the great times we shared together.
- Guy & Julie, Beaufort, SC
Ginny thinking of you. Please let me know if I can be of any help.
- Dotty Armstrong, Savannah , Ga
Ginny, I’m so incredibly sorry to learn about Henry. I’m also saddened that we have so lost touch recently after so many glory years from 45th, the IOH and as young married parents raising kids. My sincerest condolences, support and I look forward to reconnecting soon. All the very best future to you and your family, Randy Booker, Sr.
- Randy Booker, Sr., Fernandina Beach/Tybee Is., FL/GA
Henry was a dear friend growing up. We all belong to the “45 Street gang”. I’ll miss him.
- Tony Field, Saint Simons Island , Ga
Henry was a dear friend growing up. We all belong to the “45 Street gang”. I’ll miss him.
- Tony Field, Saint Simons Island , Ga
Ginny, my heart goes out to you. I feel deeply sad for your loss. I will never forget. Much love to you and your family, Malinda Hatch
- Malinda Hatch, Towson, MD 21204
Ginny, it's April and I'm just finding out about Henry. Please know I love you and I'm praying for you. 913-429-0424
- Susan Grames, Csnton, Ga., 30114
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Memorial Service
- 4:00p.m. on Fri, January 27, 2023
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
-
7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406 - 912-352-7200
- Visitation
- 3:00 until 4:00 on Wed, January 25, 2023
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
-
7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406 - 912-352-7200
