Obituaries
Timothy Dewayne Atkins NOV 12, 1968 - MAY 16, 2021
Timothy Dewayne Atkins of Savannah, Georgia passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 16th, 2021. He was born in Savannah on November 12, 1968, to Billy and Melissa Atkins. Timmy was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend. Above all else he was an amazing father to Cody and Katie. Timmy loved to read, walk, talk, lift weights and could be seen frequently at the Islands YMCA. Timmy never met a stranger, and he was always friendly and willing to help anyone. Timmy was an avid outdoorsman, who loved boating and spending time on the water with his family and friends. Timmy g ...
John Victor - MAY 15, 2021
John Victor passed away on May 15, 2021, in Savannah, Georgia. John was born in Davenport, Iowa, and grew up in Savannah, Ga., where he graduated from Savannah Country Day School. He went on to earn his undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia and a master’s degree from Emory University. John served in the United States Army with a tour in Vietnam, from 1969 until 1970, during much of which he saw heavy combat. John was a financial advisor for much of his career. He also worked in the managed care area at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Savannah.&nb ...
Patricia W. Robinson FEB 23, 1945 - MAY 13, 2021
Edwina Patricia (Patsy) Robinson died on May 13, 2021 at her home. A native of Savannah, Patsy was born on February 23, 1945. She graduated from Savannah High School in 1963. She attended Armstrong Junior College and then transferred to Woman’s College in Milledgeville, GA where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. Patsy married Randal Robinson, also a native Savannahian, on July 13, 1968. She taught at Massie School and Isle of Hope Elementary before staying home and starting a family. Later she tutored for Cavalry Day School and Royce Learning Center and ...
Thien Huu Mai - MAY 11, 2021
Thien Huu Mai October 15, 1949 – May 11, 2021 Thien Huu Mai passed away peacefully on May 11, 2021. He was born in Quang Binh, Vietnam to Che Mai and Duyet Thi Nguyen. In 1980, he and his family came to America as refugees and settled in Gibsonia, Pennsylvania before making his permanent home in Savannah, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his parents and his son, Vy. Surviving are his wife of 43 years, Tung, and his daughters, Vy Ty, Tovi, and Truc Vi "Stacey". The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Thursday, May 20 and Friday, May 21, 2021 at Fo ...
Donald Scott Lyons - MAY 11, 2021
Donald Scott Lyons, 40, of Cajah's Mountain, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday May 11, 2021 while working in Baxley, Georgia. Mr. Lyons was born on November 2, 1980 in Burke County to Linda Branch Adams and husband Clyde; and Donald Lee Burns (Dad). He worked in construction for Reid Fabrications. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Aeriana Elizabeth Lyons. Surviving in addition to his parents are four brothers, Michael Lyons and wife Donna, Adam Lyons and wife Rebecca, Paul Lyons and Nathan Burns; his step father Allen ...
Rita Harwell McKeever - MAY 10, 2021
Rita Harwell McKeever, 94, passed away, Monday, May 10, 2021 at Spanish Oaks Retreat. She was born August 16, 1926 in Mobile, Alabama to the late Theodore “Hick” Harwell and Kathleen McCarthy Harwell. Mrs. McKeever was of the Catholic faith and was retired from the Army Corps of Engineers. She was preceded in death by her husband, Shelton R. McKeever. Surviving are her daughter and son-in-law, Jacquelyn and Randy Wise of Savannah, five stepchildren, Mike McKeever, Scott McKeever, Mark McKeever, Greg McKeever, and Lisa McKeever, as well as ten grandchildren, and se ...
Larry C. Nelson, II JUL 07, 1969 - MAY 10, 2021
Larry Coleman Nelson, II of Savannah, Georgia passed away on May 10, 2021. Larry was born on July 7, 1969 in Crestview, Florida to Larry Nelson and Shelia Nelson. Larry loved life and spending time with his family and friends. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle and friend. Larry is the founder and CEO of Nelson Companies, Inc. He was also an integral part of the Coastal Georgia Apartment Association, serving in various positions on the Board of Directors. Larry was co-owner of Pour Larry's Bar in City Market. He was a strong athlete ...
Lillian Watson Odom - MAY 10, 2021
Lillian Watson Odom age 96 of Savannah, Georgia went to be with the Lord on May 10, 2021. “Lil,” as she was affectionately known, was born in Brewton, Alabama to Obin and Kathleen Watson. She married Billy Cecil Johnson in 1956 and they had two children, Debbie, and Ron. After Billy’s passing in 1967, she was fortunate to find love again. She married Donald Julian Odom in 1969. Lil graduated from Brewton High School. She had a long career as Secretary for Savannah Country Day School. She brought into every facet of her life a light an ...
Christine Marshall - MAY 10, 2021
Christine Ann (Acheson) Marshall, age 65, passed away on May 10, 2021 in Ft. Wayne, Indiana after suffering a stroke. The many people who had the privilege of knowing Chris Marshall remember that she was generous, wise, and a good listener. She had a knack for drawing people in—for making them feel seen, included, and welcome. Chris modeled the truth that hospitality is about more than simply cooking a meal for someone (although she excelled at that, too); it requires genuine and selfless consideration for another’s needs or comforts. Chris had a rare gift for cre ...
Michael Dan Schroer - MAY 09, 2021
Michael D. Schroer, 76, beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, entered eternal rest Sunday, May 9, 2021 with his family by his side. Born in 1945 in Seymour, Indiana, he was the son of the late Alvin John Schroer and Selma Ann Mellencamp Schroer. He married Julia Moore on June 25, 1967, and she survives. Additional survivors include his sons Andrew (Brandy) and Jonathan (Nell); grandsons Nicholas and William; one granddaughter Mary Scott; brothers Bernard (Kathleen) Schroer, Monte (Kris) Schroer, a sister, Candace (Tom) Isaacs, and multiple nieces and nephews. Michael was a ...
Peter James Reed - MAY 08, 2021
Peter James Reed, 75, passed away Saturday, May 8, 2021 at his home with his wife by his side. He is survived by his wife Anglea Reed, and other relatives. A private service will be held at a later date. ...
Lonnie William Lynch - MAY 08, 2021
Lonnie W. Lynch, 83, died peacefully on Saturday, May 8th, 2021. Lonnie (Bill), son of Lee and Dorothy Lynch, was born in Savannah, GA. He is survived by his brothers, Steven and Richard Lynch of Savannah, GA & sister, Carlotta Jennings of Savannah, GA. In addition to his siblings, he is survived by his 6 children, Lon Lynch of Sarasota, FL, Steven Lynch of Taos, NM, Miles Lynch of Melbourne, FL, Teresa Hickerson of Carrollton, GA, Marcella Martucci of Carrollton, GA and Christopher Lynch of Savannah, GA, as well as his wife Connie J. Corder of Pointblank, TX, and many nieces, neph ...
David ‘Dave’ Warren Hargett, (Major Ret) AK ANG OCT 26, 1950 - MAY 07, 2021
HARGETT, David ‘Dave’ Warren Hargett, (Major Ret) AK ANG Dave died peacefully at home on May 7, 2021 with his wife Georgie by his side, following a hard-fought battle with pancreatic cancer. Dave was born at Barksdale AFB, Bossier City Louisiana on October 10, 1950. He was the second son of the late James and Geneva Hargett. He graduated USAF Pilot Training for the Alaska Air National Guard in November 1972 and after some time in the C-123 qualified as C-130 Aircraft Commander in 1976. Before retiring 22 years later in 1993, Dave flew many missions all ...
Brandon Gregg FEB 17, 1999 - MAY 07, 2021
Our hearts are broken. It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our son Brandon Gregg (February 17, 1999). Please join us as we celebrate Brandon’s life on May 14 at 1:00 pm at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel, located at 7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive, Savannah, GA 31406. For those who are unable to attend in person, the memorial service will be available via livestream via this link: Brandon Gregg (gather.app) Following the memorial service, refreshments will be served at The 5 Spot on Broughton located at 420 E Broughton St, Savannah GA. ...
Kathryn Ann "Sissy" Morel APR 06, 1953 - MAY 06, 2021
Kathryn Ann “Sissy” Morel, 68, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2021. She was born on April 6, 1953 in Savannah, GA. Sissy was a kind, giving and caring person. She only had good things to say about everyone. She was the caregiver of her father until he passed away and later was devoted to her mother until the end of her life. Sissy also volunteered for many years with Goodwill and was very active with her church. She is survived by one sister, Mary Jane Morel Sommers (Richard) and many loving cousins. She was predeceased by her father, James Sea ...
Michelle Helene Keller - MAY 06, 2021
Michelle Helene Keller, 55, passed away on May 6, 2021 at her home. She was born April 26, 1966 in Fort Bragg, NC, daughter of James J. “Jim” Keller and Sandra Roberts Keller. Growing up in a military family, Michelle spent most of her time on the road traveling across the country with her parents and siblings. She attended many schools and graduated from Woodbridge Senior High School. In 2004, Michelle decided to settle down with her husband and children in Savannah. She was a communicant of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church and volunteered as ...
Mary Shirleen Lindsey JUN 12, 1947 - MAY 05, 2021
Click Here to Livestream Heaven gained an angel. Mary Shirleen Lindsey, 73, died peacefully at home on May 5, 2021, with her daughter by her side. Shirleen was born June 12, 1947 in Eastman, GA to Tennyson and Carleen Stevens. She lived the majority of her life in Savannah, GA, where she met and married her high school sweetheart, Burnette Lindsey. A graduate of Herschel V. Jenkins High School, Shirleen spent most of her career in healthcare, working at Saint Joseph's Hospital and Southcoast Medical Group. She was a breast cancer survivor and she enjoyed her many dogs, manicures and ...
Phil Thomas Elliott, Jr. JUN 19, 1928 - MAY 04, 2021
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Phil Thomas Elliott, Jr. of Savannah Georgia passed away on Tuesday May 4, 2021, at the age of 92. Phil died peacefully with his beloved family by his side. Phil, an only child, was born in Birmingham Alabama on June 19, 1928 to father Phil Thomas Elliott, Sr. and mother Viola Elliott. At a young age, Phil’s father moved the family to Rochester, NY where he would finish high school and then attend Amherst College in Massachusetts. Upon graduation, Phil would join Eastman Kodak. His early career would be interrupted for four years as he enlisted in the Air Force during the Korean Confl ...
Hazel Norris Soles JUN 17, 1939 - MAY 04, 2021
Hazel Norris Soles, 81, passed away Tuesday, May 4, 2021. Hazel was born in Andalusia, AL, June 17, 1939 to Daniel Destin Norris and Clara Mitchell Norris, where she was one of twelve children. She has called Savannah her home for thirty-seven years. Her greatest joys were her family, cooking and arranging flowers. Her humor and caring nature will be greatly missed by all. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James E. Soles, five sisters and two brothers. Surviving are her children, Eddie Soles and his wife Denise of Austin, TX, Terry Soles and his wif ...
Dr. William (Bill) Stewart Watt FEB 25, 1937 - MAY 03, 2021
Dr. William “Bill” Stewart Watt passed away peacefully at home on May 3rd, 2021 after a battle with Parkinson’s Disease. He was 84 years old. Bill was born in Perth, Scotland on Feb 25th, 1937, the eldest of 6 children to Min and Dave Watt. He attended Perth Academy, graduating with Honors and was awarded the Science Medal in 1955. He then enrolled in St. Andrew’s University where he graduated with Honors in Physical Chemistry on 1959 despite having spent a great deal of time on the famous “Old Course”. He graduated from Leeds University with a PhD ...
Gwen H. Peacock - MAY 01, 2021
Gwen H. Peacock, 76, long time special education teacher in Savannah and mother of Stephen J. Peacock passed away Saturday, May 1, 2021 at the Social of Savannah. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Please sign our online guestbook at www.foxandweeks.com ...
Nancy Quinan Farringer JUN 22, 1964 - APR 30, 2021
Nancy (Quinan) Farringer, 56, of Savannah, passed away suddenly April 30th, 2021 in Savannah. Nancy was born in Savannah Georgia to Bill and Judy Quinan on June 22nd, 1964. She graduated from St. Vincent's Academy. She married Darrell Farringer (September 16th, 1988), was a member of the Catholic faith, involved in bingo at the American Legion, and active in the Irish community. Nancy is preceded in death by her husband Darrell Farringer, parents Bill and Judy Quinan, and brothers Jimmy and Joe Quinan. Nancy is survived by her sons James, Adryan and Darrell R. Farringe ...
Jean Alex Laraque JAN 18, 1944 - APR 29, 2021
Click Here to View Livestream JEAN ALEX LARAQUE, son of Isabelle Élizée Laraque and Colonel Alexandre Laraque, was born in Haiti. While he was a poet at heart, he enjoyed sports, particularly boxing and soccer. Missing a World Cup championship on TV was an absolute “No no” for him. Jean Alex had a real passion for music: he grew up listening to French classics, but of course, as a true Haitian, he loved his “compa” music. Salsa music was another of his favourites as well. In other words, music was food to his soul&helli ...
Earle Sherwood MacDonald JUL 17, 1941 - APR 28, 2021
Savannah native and beloved retired Windsor Forest teacher Earle Sherwood MacDonald passed away today April 28, 2021, under the care of Signature Health Nursing Home and Candler Hospital. "Mr.Mac," as he was affectionately known by many years of students, was a graduate of Benedictine Military School where he was an editor of the yearbook, and Major Adjutant of the Cadet Corps his senior year, 1959. After attending the Citadel, he entered and graduated from Baltimore's St. Mary''s Seminary and University in 1964. He also received a Masters in European H ...
Sally Barbee Linkenhoker JUL 09, 1924 - APR 28, 2021
Wilmington Island, Georgia Mrs. Sally Barbee Linkenhoker, 96, passed away Wednesday evening, April 28, 2021 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Sally was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She treasured her family and embraced every moment with them. Whether it was playing cards until the wee hours of the night, talking on the phone, reading a romance novel, or traveling the world. Sally was always having fun and making people laugh. She especially loved her role as “Nena” and treasured each one who called her by that name. Her vivacious persona ...
James Joseph Hill, Jr. - APR 25, 2021
James Joseph Hill, Jr., 97, passed away Sunday, April 25, 2021 at his residence. He was born July 23, 1923 in Rock Hill, SC to the late James Joseph Hill and Elise Mobley Hill. He was a graduate of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, and of Georgia Tech. Mr. Hill was a former member of Robert McIntyre United Methodist Church, and a current member of Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church. He was retired from Union Camp Corporation (now International Paper), where he was inducted into the first Union Camp Hall of Fame in 1990. During his time with Union Camp, he served as C ...
Gordon S. Varnedoe - APR 24, 2021
Gordon Saussy Varnedoe affectionately known as "Batman" died on April 24, 2021 after a short illness. Gordon was the son of Lilla Train Varnedoe and Samuel Lamartine Varnedoe. He was born in Savannah Georgia on May 19, 1938. He attended Charles Ellis school, Woodberry Forest school in Virginia and graduated from the University of Georgia. Gordon married Catharine McIntire Eller and had three daughters Nell McIntire Varnedoe, Catharine Eller Varnedoe and Elise Bond Varnedoe. He and Catharine moved to California where they had their family and Gordon worked as a salesman for the ...
Nancy Ann Dimmick - APR 24, 2021
February 26, 1953 – April 24, 2021 Nancy Ann Dimmick passed peacefully away on April 24, 2021, after a lengthy illness. Nancy was a native Savannahian born to Bob and Betty Dimmick. She spent her youth in Savannah, graduated from H.V. Jenkins High School, and attended Armstrong State College. With a true talent in art and photography, she was accepted into the famed Kodak medical photography program at the Rochester Institute of Technology where she honed her craft and worked for many years. It was there she met and married Stanley “Stan” Bissell.&n ...
James (Jimmy) Allen Petrea MAY 10, 1946 - APR 24, 2021
James “Jimmy” Allen Petrea, 74, died on April 24 at his home in Thunderbolt with his family by his side. Jimmy was born on May 10th, 1946. He grew up in the Avondale Estates neighborhood of Savannah with his parents and 8 siblings who lovingly referred to him as “Bo”. He attended Savannah High School and graduated in 1964, the same year that he earned the rank of Eagle Scout. In July of 1964, Jimmy enlisted in the US Navy and attended boot camp in Great Lakes, IL. During his first year of service, Jimmy held the rank of Fireman E3 at Naval Air Stati ...
Timothy Joseph Hunter MAR 10, 1966 - APR 24, 2021
Timothy Joseph Hunter, age 55, went to be with his Lord and Saviour on April 24, 2021, after a long struggle with Factor V Leiden, a blood clotting disorder. Tim will be forever remembered by his wife and best friend Tanya Hunter, as well as his sons Michael Hunter and Alexander (Juanita) Hunter, his grandchildren Jenna, Elisha, and Jayel Hunter, his sister Kimberly (Victor) Hale, brother Matthew (Donna) Hunter, extended family and numerous friends. Tim was born in Massachusetts March 10, 1966. He received his degree in Criminal Justice and served 8 years in the US Army JAG Corps. Tim late ...