Obituaries
Katherine Rizza - MAR 27, 2021
Katherine Redmond Rizza Katherine Redmond "Kitty" Rizza, 90, retired homemaker, died Saturday, March 27, 2021 in Halstead, Kansas. She was born on November 18, 1930 in Savannah, Georgia, the daughter of Clyde Evans Redmond and Katherine Mizell Smith. Mrs. Rizza was a graduate of Savannah High School and attended Armstrong College. She married her college sweetheart, Robert G. Rizza, MD on January 29, 1956 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Savannah. After completing his residency in the US Navy, they were stationed in Virginia, California and Japan before moving once ag ...
Wynnogene Shaw Day - MAR 26, 2021
Wynnogene Shaw Day, 93, passed away on Friday, March 26, 2021 at her residence. She was born in Cherry Lane Township, North Carolina, daughter of the late Martin H. and Recie McKnight Shaw. Mrs. Day was a graduate of Strayer University Business School and retired as a Library Manager from the US Corps of Engineers. In 1978, she and her husband Ray moved to Savannah. She attended Compassion Christian Church and for many years, was active in her family’s genealogy. Above all, Mrs. Day adored her family. She enjoyed preparing meals, opening her hom ...
Delorise (Lois) Gail Accord Zipperer MAY 21, 1941 - MAR 25, 2021
Lois was born in Omar, West Virginia, on May 21, 1941, and passed away unexpectedly on March 25th after a brief illness. She was surrounded by her husband Edward, daughter Melissa, and dear friend Christie Palmer. Lois, a Savannah resident for much of her life, was renowned for her creative flair at home and admired for her sense of fashion. With a history of working in retail, she dressed and styled many. Known affectionately as 'Big Red,' she loved babies, weddings, and a good party of friends and family. All such gatherings had a vision and a plan from start ...
Byron F. Brown "Pops" - MAR 25, 2021
Byron Franklin Brown, A.K.A Pops, age 80, entered into eternal rest surrounded by his family and loved ones on Thursday, March 25th, 2021. Byron was born on June 3rd, 1940 in Council Bluffs, Iowa to the late Mr. and Mrs. Curley Henry Brown. Survived by his wife of 60 years, Nita Brown and their three children Kevin Brown (Julie), Kim Bennett (Mike) and Kirk Brown (Carla). Bryon and Nita also had nine grandchildren that were and are their pride and joy, Ashli Godwin (Jason), Gregory Brown, Justin Bennett (Skyler), Zachary Brown (Jordyn), Christopher Brown, Cameron Brown, Allison Brown, Katherin ...
Tammy J. Herrell JAN 10, 1965 - MAR 25, 2021
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Tammy J. Herrell, loving mother of two children, passed away on March 25, 2021, at the age of 56. Tammy was born on January 10, 1965, in Nashville, Tennessee to James and Betty Herrell. She grew up in Nashville, Tennessee where she was educated in Nashville Public schools. Tammy worked at Fort Pulaski National Monument, where she retired with 25+ years of federal service. She started as an Administrative Assistant and worked her way up to an Administrative Officer. She was loved and adored by staff, interns and volunteers. Tammy had a passion for her kids. She was there nu ...
Jeffrey Brian Josey - MAR 25, 2021
Jeffrey Brian Josey, 53, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 25, 2021, on Hilton Head Island, SC. Jeffery was born in Savannah, GA, the youngest son Windom (Skip) Josey, and Barbara Jeanette Howell Carter. He leaves behind his son, Brandon M. Josey of Stafford, VA. He is survived by his brothers, Keith, Anthony (Tony), and Mark, and nephews, cousins, aunts, and uncles. Jeffrey was an extraordinarily master carpenter. He was an artist in his field and his work was second to none. Jeffrey was an outgoing, happy man who loved to cook. His smile, which he ...
Dr. Raghavan M.G. Nair JUL 14, 1923 - MAR 23, 2021
Dr. Raghavan M. G. Nair July 14, 1923 - March 23, 2021 "I am dedicated to the cause of imparting scientific knowledge to my students whoever they are, in an atmosphere of brotherhood and friendliness" Dr. Nair is survived by his wife Vasu Nair, his younger brother Shivaram Nair, his 2 sons, a daughter, 3 granddaughters, 3 grandsons and their families, and many nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. ...
Elizabeth Dawkins Lind - MAR 23, 2021
Elizabeth Dawkins Lind, 72, of Sunbury, GA joined the angels in heaven on March 23, 2021 at Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Lind transitioned peacefully under the care of Hospice and in the loving arms of her devoted husband, John H. Lind with her daughter Honor Allison Lind by her side. Mrs. Lind passed away from liver cancer and a long battle with rheumatoid arthritis. The family had just learned of Mrs. Lind’s cancer two weeks ago and is deeply shocked and saddened at the loss of their beloved wife, mother, sister, friend and beautiful soul. Mrs. Lind was known for her intellect, humor, be ...
Georgia Marshall Dickerson - MAR 21, 2021
Georgia Marshall Dickerson passed away peacefully March 21, 2021 having celebrated her 99th birthday on December 27th. She married Henry N. Dickerson on November 17, 1945, and lived in Louisville and Lexington, Kentucky before relocating to Savannah in 1960. She attended Armstrong State College and Georgia Southern University. Georgia was preceded in death by her husband, Henry N. Dickerson, son, Donald N. Dickerson, brother, Gene Marshall, sister, Lucille Babbitt, and dear friend, Martha Hayes. Georgia was a retired educator from the Savannah Chatham County Public Scho ...
Sarah (Wincy) Horton Harden FEB 17, 1941 - MAR 21, 2021
Sarah “Wincy” Horton Harden passed away on March 21, 2021 peacefully at home under Hospice care, at the age of 80. Wincy was born to General (Ret) John Battle Horton and Dorothy Elizabeth Horton on February 17, 1941 at Fort Bliss Army Base in El Paso, Texas. As a child of a military officer, she spent some years attending boarding school in Switzerland and completed high school at Manatee High School in Bradenton, Florida. Wincy met her husband, Colonel (Ret) James “Jim” E. Harden at Florida State University. They married in 1963 and were blessed with ...
Dr. Betty C. Klein, PhD - MAR 20, 2021
Dr. Betty C. Klein, PhD, 93, died peacefully, Saturday, March 20, 2021 at home. Born and raised in Marysville, Ohio, she graduated from Ohio State and earned her PhD from the UGA. She was a mother, teacher, principal, professor, pilot, half owner of a travel agency, President of the GA AARP, a witty friend, crossword puzzle addict, and a true inspiration to all who had the opportunity to know and love her. She was preceded in death by her husband, Nelson B. Klein, Jr., and son, Thomas E. Klein. Leaving behind is her son, William R. Klein, and daughter, Sue K. Rains, fou ...
Linda Lombard Hollenbach FEB 07, 1949 - MAR 20, 2021
Linda Lombard Hollenbach, 72, passed away Saturday, March 20, 2021 at Memorial University Medical Center with family by her side. She was born to parents Wanda Bickhart Lombard and Leroy Lombard. She graduated from Selinsgrove, PA. She is survived by her daughter, Kristine Hollenbach and son, Brad Hollenbach; her grandchildren, Brandon Hall and Gavin Lowery; her great grandchildren, Mylen Hall and Niyanah Wilder; her sisters, Donna Cesari, Ginger Borich and her brother, Robert Bickhart. She was such a kind person. She would give her last dollar to help someone. ...
Sandra Wolf OCT 30, 1929 - MAR 19, 2021
We mourn the passing of Sandra Wolf (nee Abrams). Sandra was a loving and generous mother to Karen Greider and Kenneth Wolf, a beloved sister to Joyce Raffel, and a wonderful grandmother to Julia Greider. She adored her son-in-law, Peter Greider, and Ken’s partner, Lauren Reddington. Also precious to her were her cousins, niece, and nephews. Sandra worked for many years in New Jersey as a teacher and a learning disabilities specialist. In retirement in Savannah, GA, Sandra enjoyed her treasured friendships, physical activities, social involvements, and years of world travel. She ...
Arthur Tai Chan Senior MAY 20, 1944 - MAR 19, 2021
ARTHUR TAI CHAN SENIOR (TAI), 76, of Savannah, GA, born May 20, 1944 entered into eternal rest on March 19, 2021, at Memorial Hospital after a swift illness. Tai was a renowned musician for productions such as Disney on Ice, Barnum and Bailey Circus and other well-known productions. He also played drums for a time at churches that he and his family attended like The Sanctuary. He had a passion for music and sought comfort in listening to all varieties, especially jazz and circus music. He enjoyed fishing, all things Christ, and was a jack of all trades. Tai had many different jobs but hi ...
Dr. Jon A. Sanborn - MAR 19, 2021
Dr. Jon A. Sanborn, 78, of Savannah, Georgia passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 19th, 2021. Born in Palmetto, Florida to Lowell “Toby” and Lena (DiGrano) Sanborn, he was the middle son of three children. He grew up in Sunderland, Massachusetts and raised his own family in nearby Florence, Massachusetts before “retiring” to Savannah in 2007. With boundless compassion and empathy, he was a loving son, brother, husband, father, uncle, and a loyal friend to many. He is survived by his beloved wife JoAnn of over 52 years and their two children, Charity Bennett and ...
Donald Custis, M.D. JUL 23, 1917 - MAR 18, 2021
Donald Custis, M.D. died peacefully on March 18, 2021 at the Hospice of Savannah. Born in Goshen, Ind., in 1917, he graduated from Wabash College and Northwestern University Medical School. He joined the Navy in 1942. He completed his internship at Presbyterian Hospital in Chicago. His wartime service was as medical officer on a Navy attack transport, USS Clinton, that participated in the final campaign of the war - the taking of Okinawa. During a 10-year break from the Navy from 1946 to 1956, Dr. Custis was a surgical resident at Virginia Mason Hospital in Seattle, a surg ...
Charles (Gabby) Heffernan JAN 01, 1943 - MAR 17, 2021
Charles "Gabby" Heffernan of Savannah Ga. died unexpectedly on March 17th 2021. Born 01/01/1943 "Gabby" was a previous resident of Manlius, NY where he was Post Commander of the American Legion #141 from 1988 - 1993. He also worked as a mechanic at the Syracuse University Physical Plant for a number of years before moving down to Georgia. He was a lifelong Elks member and very active in the organization. Charles was [redeceased by his parents, Frank and Lena Heffernan; brothers, John, William, and Malcolm Heffernan; sisters, Joan Hand, Blanche Waite, and Elinor ...
Robert (Robbie) Lachapelle - MAR 17, 2021
Robert Timothy (Robbie) Lachapelle, 55 passed away Wednesday, March 17, 2021 at Candler Hospital. Robbie was born September 17, 1965 in Savannah, Georgia to the late Leo Lachapelle, Jr., and Elizabeth Owen Lachapelle. He was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend. Surviving are two sisters, Debbie Crawford (Walter), Betty Mercier (Lonnie), two brothers, Leo Lachapelle (Gail), and Michael Lachapelle. His nieces and nephews, Jennifer Hodges (David), Dorothy Akins (Ryan), Aja Lachapelle, Joseph Lachapelle, Michelle Warren (Wesley), Andrew Quirion, many great-niec ...
Brett Doty Herrin - MAR 17, 2021
The family of Brett Doty Herrin is saddened to announce his passing on March 17, 2021. Brett was a devoted father, son, brother, and friend. He was the son of Diane Mullis Herrin and the late Will Doty “Billy” Herrin. He was born in Savannah on June 2, 1967, and spent most of his years there until he moved to the Herrin farm in Newington, Georgia. He was a graduate of Savannah Country Day School and Georgia Southern University with a degree in business administration. He worked with his father for many years at Savannah Concrete and then Coast ...
Joseph (Joe) Hudak - MAR 16, 2021
Joseph “Joe” Daniel Hudak, Jr., 79 passed away Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at Candler Hospital. Joe was born January 7, 1942 in Lakewood, Ohio to the late Joseph Daniel Hudak, Sr. and Dorothy Stewart Hudak. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, and was a two Purple Heart recipient. He retired from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers after 35 years of service. He was a member of the VFW and the American Legion. Joe was of the Catholic faith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, James Hudak. Surviving are ...
Virgie Parker Kiser Bagwell - MAR 15, 2021
Virgie Parker Kiser Bagwell, 81, passed away on Monday, March 15, 2021 at Memorial University Medical Center. She was born in Gainesville, GA, daughter of the late Joe W. and Sarah Loretta Christopher Parker. For many years, Mrs. Bagwell resided in Toccoa, GA where she was employed at Patterson Pump. She later moved to Savannah and retired as an Engineering Assistant from Great Dane Trailers. She loved to travel, was an accomplished artist and above all was and adoring wife, mother and grandmother. Surviving is her husband of 23 years, Don Bagwell of Savannah; thr ...
Linda Snipes Ogletree APR 27, 1943 - MAR 15, 2021
Linda Snipes Ogletree, 77, died Monday March 15, 2021 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Ogletree was born April 27, 1943 in Savannah. She and her husband successfully started and maintained a thriving storage business in the local community. She attended Grace United Methodist Church. She was a loving and nurturing wife, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed being outside working in her garden, being on the beach and baking and hosting family events. She really enjoyed her grandchildren and traveling and camping with her husband. She is survived by her husband of 59 yea ...
Deloise Spriggs Gaines MAR 15, 1929 - MAR 15, 2021
Ms. Deloise Spriggs Gaines, age 92, died March 15, 2021 (her birthday). She was a native of Cleveland, Tennessee, lived in northern Illinois for most of her life, and had lived in Savannah for a number of years. She was a retired Civil Service claims adjustor for the United States Army. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Gaines, Jr., and is survived by her daughter, Brenda Gaines; and others. A private family service was held. ...
Robert L. (Bob) Jones FEB 16, 1941 - MAR 15, 2021
Robert L. Jones (Bob) passed away peacefully after a short illness on Monday, March 15, 2021 at his home. Mr. Jones was born in Savannah on February 16, 1941 to the late William C. and Eula S. Jones. He lived in Savannah his entire life. For many years Robert was an Insurance Agent and took much pride in helping his clients with their needs. Robert always went above and beyond to assist others. In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by his wife Iris P. Jones, the love of his life, a brother Danny Jones and sister Joan Stanford. Robert leaves behind his sons, Rober ...
David Quinn Smith NOV 05, 1952 - MAR 14, 2021
Mr. David Quinn Smith died peacefully, surrounded by family and friends, on Sunday March 14, 2021 at 5:40pm at the age of 68. His life was filled with love and laughter. He enjoyed four generations of his family. He was a lover of life and he lived it to the fullest. He was born November 5, 1952 to Hilda and Ralph Smith, Sr. in Augusta, Georgia and lived there with his 4 siblings, Ralph (wife Carolyn), Dianne (husband Wren, deceased), Mike (wife Dell), and Jeff (wife Kay), until 1966 when they moved to Savannah, Georgia. After graduating from Windsor Forest High Schoo ...
Thomas Lee Curless OCT 31, 1934 - MAR 13, 2021
Thomas Lee Curless of Skidaway Island, Savannah, GA, died peacefully on Saturday, March 13th, 2021, at the age of 86. He passed away under the loving care of The Oaks team at The Marshes of Skidaway, where he heroically battled cancer. Born in Bronxville, New York on October 31st, 1934, Tom was the son of Donald Lee Curless and Gretchen Drever Curless. He spent his childhood in Bronxville, and was a proud member of the Boy Scouts, achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. He attended Roosevelt High School and Dartmouth College as an ROTC student, where he earned an MBA from The Tu ...
Edward Wesley Kilbourne APR 05, 1973 - MAR 12, 2021
Edward Wesley Kilbourne, 47, passed away Friday, March 12, at his home on Wilmington Island. Edward was born on April 5, 1973, at St. Joseph’s Hospital and spent his early childhood in Savannah before moving to North Georgia, where he attended Young Harris College. He spent summers and holidays in Savannah, often enjoying the coast’s barrier islands and beaches. Edward returned to Savannah in 2011, where he was an International Longshoreman’s Association Union Local 1475 clerk and checker. He loved his children and family, music, (especially Built to Spill), readi ...
Robert Eric Pollack JAN 23, 1958 - MAR 11, 2021
Robert Eric Pollack, 63, passed away Thursday, March 11, 2021 at Candler Hospital. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Cynthia S. Pollack. A private burial will be held at a later date. ...
Arthur E. Leen, Jr. AUG 07, 1926 - MAR 11, 2021
Arthur E. Leen, Jr. died on March 11, 2021 after a short illness. Arthur was born on August 7, 1926, to Arthur E. Leen and Mary Blanche Burns Leen in Dayton, Ohio. Arthur held Master’s and Doctorate degrees in Theology, both of which he obtained from the Pontificio Collegio Urbano de Propaganda Fide in Rome, Italy. He also held a Master’s degree in Sacred Scripture from Pontificio Istituto Biblico, also in Rome. He was an amazing linguist with mastery of English, Italian, Latin, Greek, Hebrew, and German. His language skills facilitated his many travels throughout Europe, Rus ...
Eithne Scott - MAR 11, 2021
Eithne Scott was born in Dublin, Ireland, the youngest of eleven children to parents John and Susan Dorney. After completing her education at St. Louis High School, she graduated from the Brendan Smith Academy of Acting and helped found The Genesian Arts Society, and amateur drama group, playing locally in Dublin before she immigrated to America. After living in San Francisco for a short time, she settled in Riverside, California where she married Norman Katz a returning Korean War veteran. She was a member of several cultural groups, and was active in the PT ...