Obituaries
John William Cook, Sr. AUG 08, 1939 - DEC 03, 2020
John William Cook, Sr. of Franklin, TN passed away peacefully on December 3, 2020. He was 81 years old. He was born in Brooklet, GA on August 8, 1939, to Lee Roy Cook and Joanna Cone Cook. After graduating from high school, John moved to Savannah, GA and met the love of his life, Janet Dunn Cook. They were married for 57 years and had two children: daughter Joanna Cook West (Brian) of Brentwood, TN and son John William Cook, Jr. (Rene) of Franklin, TN. One of the greatest joys of his life was his 5 grandchildren: Rachel, William, Georgia, Sadie, and Celia Tate. John attended Georgi ...
Rochelle Brown Buttimer - DEC 03, 2020
Rochelle Brown Buttimer, 75, died December 3, 2020 at home under the care of GHC Hospice surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 4, 1945, daughter of Joseph E. Brown and Betty O. Brown and lived in Savannah most of her life. She graduated from Savannah High School in 1962 and St. Joseph’s School of Nursing in 1965. She worked as a Registered Nurse in Savannah for many years and most recently was self-employed as a Nurse Case Manager. She was a communicant of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and is remembered by all who knew her as kind and loving, and always ...
Mary Stubbs Tyson - DEC 03, 2020
Mary Stubbs Tyson passed away on Thursday, December 3, 2020 at University Hospital surrounded by her family. She was born in Savannah, daughter of John M. and Moina Stroud Stubbs. She was a graduate of Savannah High School and Agnes Scott College in Atlanta and later earned a Master’s degree in Education from Georgia Southern College. She was very close to her cousin Millie Mallory growing up and thought of her as a sister throughout her life. In 1952, she married the love of her life, John S. Tyson, III to whom she was married 59 years until his death in 2012. Their marriage was full ...
Aniko Szentkiralyi - DEC 02, 2020
Aniko Szentkiralyi, 75, passed away at her home in Savannah, Georgia, on Wednesday, December 2, 2020. Although born in Passau, Germany, Aniko was raised in Budapest, Hungary. She was a professional athlete in the sport of rowing and represented Hungary in the 1971 European Championship. She also worked as a nurse in Hungary and Germany prior to immigrating to the United States. Aniko was a proud mother and grandmother. She raised her daughter in Bowling Green, Ohio, and moved to Savannah, Georgia in 2016 to be near her daughter. Aniko had a profound love of dogs, the outdoors, and most impo ...
William Wright Espy MAR 07, 1947 - NOV 30, 2020
William Wright “Billy” Espy, a successful commercial real estate investment banker, died suddenly on Monday morning, November 30, of an apparent heart attack. His wife, Lee, and 20-year-old sons—Walker and Robert—were at home with him. He was 73. Always an extremely hard worker, Billy started his career in banking in New York City; after several years there, he moved to Atlanta in 1972 to pursue new business opportunities and formed the Espy-Michaels Company which later became The Espy Company. Until he cut back about a decade ago to devote more time to his var ...
John R. "Bob" Purvis - NOV 28, 2020
John Robert “Bob” Purvis, 91, passed away Saturday, November 28, 2020 at Legacy at Savannah Quarters. He was born July 13, 1929 in Lumberton, North Carolina to the late John D. and Elsie Lee Knapp Purvis. Mr. Purvis retired from CSX Railroad after 40 years of service, where he was the Regional Sales Manager. He was a member of St. George’s Episcopal Church for over 50 years. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Cato Purvis. Surviving are his four children and their spouses, Christine and Keith Westlake, Eliza ...
Betty Lanier Tillman FEB 04, 1932 - NOV 28, 2020
Betty L. Tillman, 88, of Bloomingdale passed away Saturday, November 28, 2020, at Candler Hospital after an extended battle with cancer. Betty was born in Ellabell, the daughter of Loren and Alice Lanier. She retired from Anderson Shipping Company after 40 years of service. She was an active member of Montgomery Presbyterian where she also participated in the PW Women’s group. Betty was predeceased by her husband of 40 years, Lorace H. Tillman and a daughter, Patricia T. Jarrell. She is survived by her three children, Beth (Joe) Christiansen, Stanley H. Till ...
Charles Scott Rogers DEC 04, 1961 - NOV 28, 2020
Charles Scott Rogers, 58, passed away at home on Saturday, November 27, 2020 after a valiant 40-year fight with quadriplegia. He was born in Savannah, Georgia on December 4, 1961 to Warren and Betty Rogers. In 1979, while a junior at Windsor Forest High School in Savannah, GA, he landed a speaking part in the TV movie ‘Orphan Train’ that was filmed in Savannah. He played the role of Bruce, one of the older orphans. At that time, he became a lifetime member of the Screen Actors guild with plans to audition for other acting roles in the future. In 1980, five m ...
Annette Seiler Coyle MAR 11, 1931 - NOV 28, 2020
Annette Seiler Coyle, 89, died peacefully Saturday, November 28, 2020 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Savannah, GA. Annette was born in Trenton, NJ, the only daughter of Paul and Ludwina Seiler. Her older brother, Francis, preceded her in death in 1990. Annette received her Associates Degree from Chestnut Hill College. In 1951, Annette married Thomas F. Coyle, who was also from the Trenton, NJ area. They moved across the Delaware River to Yardley, PA, where they raised their family for the next twenty-five years. In 1982, they moved to Savannah, GA, residing at the Landi ...
Ronny L. Woods - NOV 28, 2020
We celebrate the life, legacy and memory of Ronny Leroy Woods, 62, of Brooklet, GA whose death occurred on November 28, 2020. He was formerly of Savannah, GA and employed by CAT until his retirement. Ronny was preceded in death by his parents, Leroy and Louise Woods, of Midway, GA. Left to mourn his passing are his partner, Tony Pisacano and his constant companion "furbaby" Tudy, his siblings: Jenell Canfield (Grant), Elaine Lunsford (Frank), Sandi Smith (Roy), Jeffrey Woods (Robin) and many nieces and nephews. His essence cannot be captured by mere words. Ronny had a passion f ...
Rita Jasura Haneline JUN 23, 1935 - NOV 27, 2020
Rita Jasura Haneline, 85, died peacefully on Friday, November 27, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. The Cleveland, OH native was married to Roger D. Haneline for more than 61 years. Rita and Roger spent their first 21 years living in Morocco, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Panama, and several U.S. Military bases. They also traveled to Spain, France, Germany, Austria, South Africa, and many of the Central and South America countries. Rita was an active military wife and was a member of the Wives Club wherever she and Roger were stationed. Prior to her marriage to Roger ...
Shirley Parish Oelschig - NOV 26, 2020
Loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, teacher, and friend, Shirley Parish Oelschig passed away on November 26th. Shirley was born on October 13, 1927, in Savannah, GA, to John Franklin Parish and Inez Adams Parish. She was a member of the Savannah High School class of 1945 and graduated from the University of Georgia in 1949 with a BA degree in Journalism. She was a member of Alpha Chi Omega, serving as their Chapter Secretary. In 1949, she and George Henry Oelschig, her sweetheart since eighth grade, were married in Savannah. They enjoyed 63 beautiful ye ...
N. Carson Branan OCT 22, 1932 - NOV 26, 2020
N. Carson Branan passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 26, 2020 from complications of the coronavirus. He was born in Colquitt County, Georgia on October 22, 1932 to the late Nunan Caswell Branan and Maxie Graham Branan. In addition to his parents, Carson was predeceased by his first wife Geraldine “Jerrie” Horne Branan and two sisters, Kate Branan Robinson and Mary Agnes Branan Whitehead. Carson is survived by his wife Betty Wade Branan of Tybee Island, Georgia; a son: Philip Branan and his wife Charlene of Savannah; three daughters: Angie Grantschnig and her husband Gab ...
James A. Mohs - NOV 26, 2020
James A. Mohs,76, died peacefully on Thursday, November 26, 2020. Jim was born in Everett, Washington, the only son of Herbert and Alice (Johnson) Mohs. He received his bachelor's degree at The University of Minnesota and master's degree at Georgia State University. In 1974, he married Dot Forrester of Decatur, Georgia. They have two children. He retired as a pilot from Federal Express after more than 20 years. Jim was a United States Marine who flew F4 Phantom fighter jets in the Vietnam War. As a Marine Corps pilot and a competitive rower, he had tamed both air and water with h ...
James Francis Poe JUL 25, 1929 - NOV 26, 2020
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James F. Poe, 92, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, forever friend and mentor, died peacefully in his home on Thursday, November 26, 2020. Jimmy was born in Savannah the only son of James Rice and Kathleen (Collins) Poe. He was a very proud graduate and supporter of Benedictine Military School of the class of ‘47. He attended Southern Tech in Atlanta. Jimmy was an Army Combat Artillery Veteran serving in the 99th Field Artillery Battalion of the 1ST Cavalry Division during the Korean Conflict. He returned home and married Frances (Frankie) Bolt hi ...
Lau Thi Trinh Hoang - NOV 24, 2020
Lau Thi Trinh Hoang, 68, died Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at her residence. She was born in Vietnam and moved to the United States in 1980. Mrs. Hoang was a homemaker and a communicant of Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church, Saints Peter and Paul Parish. Surviving are six sons, three daughters, twenty-one grandchildren and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her husband of 44 years, Han Van Hoang. Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 25, 2020 and Friday, November 27, 2020 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands ...
Ralph S. "Stevie" Denmark - NOV 24, 2020
Ralph S. “Stevie” Denmark, 72, died peacefully at home on Tuesday, November 24, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. The Statesboro native was the son of the late James and Frances Denmark. In 1968, Stevie joined the U.S. Navy and attended bootcamp in The Great Lakes. He served on a U.S. Naval ship sailing the coasts of Vietnam, Japan, Hong Kong, and the Philippines. He retired from the Savannah Fire Department after more than 33 years of service. Stevie was predeceased by his daughter, Kim Rhodes. He leaves behind his wife, Barbara Denmark; two daughters, Jennifer Denmar ...
Ann Desbouillons Morgan Altman OCT 19, 1931 - NOV 23, 2020
Ann Desbouillons Morgan Altman, 89, died on Monday, November 23, 2020.. The life long resident of Savannah was born October 19, 1931, daughter of Charles Franklin Morgan and Louise Desbouillons Morgan. Ann attended Charles Ellis Elementary School, Richard Arnold Jr. High School, a 1948 graduate of Savannah High School and a 1950 golden graduate from Armstrong Junior College with an Associate’s Degree. Ann’s longtime passion was her association with her family’s jewelry store, Desbouillons where she began working while in high school. For many years, ...
Glorian Patricia Hiers NOV 27, 1947 - NOV 23, 2020
Glorian Patricia Hiers, a native of Savannah, peacefully passed into heaven as the sun rose on November 23, 2020, succumbing to complications from a long-term condition. She was 72. She was a graduate of Savannah High class of ’65 and Armstrong State College Nursing program as an Registered Nurse. Our “Patty” was big hearted and selfless, devoted to family and her family of best and dearest friends, each one held precious and ever close to her heart. She was a devout Catholic who lived her faith by giving cheer, comfort, and care to others. Nurse ...
Myrle H. "Butch" Olson, Jr. JUL 23, 2020 - NOV 23, 2020
Myrle H. Olson, Jr., 64, died peacefully on Monday, November 23, 2020. The lifelong resident of Savannah was of the Catholic faith. He was the son of Myrle H. Olson, Sr., and the late Patricia Brady Olson. Butch had a love for flying and was a licensed pilot for many years. He had a passion for science, nature and especially enjoyed the night sky and astronomy. Butch was predeceased by his mother, Patty, and a brother, Billy Olson. In addition to his father, Butch leaves behind a wife, Kathy Olson; two children, Sarah Snoddy (Zachary) of Monroe, and Katie Vande ...
John Mark Campbell - NOV 23, 2020
John Mark Campbell, 63, passed away Monday, November 23, 2020 at his residence in Lawrenceville, GA. He was born August 29, 1957 to the late John and Bonnie Vandiver Campbell. Mark graduated from Armstrong State College and has worked for Weg Electric Motors as a supervisor in the service department for large motors for over 19 years. He was a member of Ardsley Park Baptist Church (Life Church), and attended Bible Baptist Church. He loved the outdoors, and was an avid traveler. He is survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Elizabeth and John Shivas, of Sa ...
Marco J. Polito - NOV 21, 2020
Marco J. Polito of New Providence, NJ and later Savannah. GA, passed on peacefully at home. He was one of the "Greatest Generation", having lived through the Depression and World War II where he served with honor in the South Pacific as Crew Chief with the Army Air Corps. Marco had many memories of those times, but out of all that misery he managed to remember some light-hearted moments, most notably having lunch with Charles Lindbergh. His career spanned six decades and involved travelling throughout the world. He was a perfectionist and it was reflected in his ...
Emily Haynes Vinke - NOV 20, 2020
Emily Haynes Vinke, 70, passed away November 20, 2020, at home after a long illness. Emily was a native and lifelong resident of Savannah. She was the daughter of William Pryor and Martha S. Haynes, also Savannah natives. Her survivors are her husband of thirty years, Richard G. Vinke of Savannah; her daughter, Diane H. Jumonville (Matthew) of Ellabell, Georgia; her two grandchildren, Trinity and Michael Jumonville; her step-daughter, Robin Vinke of Savannah, Georgia; her step-son, Todd Vinke (Joyce) of Guyton, Georgia; two brothers, William P. Haynes, III (Donna) of Savannah ...
Joseph Wesley Daniel, III JUN 17, 1951 - NOV 19, 2020
On Thursday, November 19, 2020, Joseph Wesley Daniel, III passed away unexpectedly at the age of 69. Joe was born June 17, 1951 in Macon, Ga. to Joe and Mary Helen Daniel. He attended Stratford Academy where he excelled in basketball and golf. He later graduated from Mercer College in Macon, Ga., majoring in political science. After completing the Applied DX systems engineering course at Carrier, he pursued a highly successful career as a territory manager for Mingledorff’s, Inc., designing and selling heating and air equipment in the Savannah/Hilton Head/Augusta are ...
"Coach Gene" Simpson JUL 02, 1940 - NOV 18, 2020
Clarence Eugene “Coach Gene” Simpson, 80 passed away Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at home with his family by his side. He was born July 2, 1940 in Savannah to the late Clarence J. and Mary Ann Meehan Simpson. He graduated from Commercial High School in 1958, and served in the Georgia Air National Guard for eight years. He worked for Union Camp Corporation for ten years, and retired from Delta Air Lines after twenty-five years of service at the old Savannah Airport. After retirement he worked for Excursions Unlimited for over fifteen years as an escort on hun ...
Fred J. Kitchens, Jr. DEC 02, 1932 - NOV 18, 2020
Fred J. Kitchens, Jr., 87, died Wednesday November 18, 2020, at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Fred retired from the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers in 1994 and from his position at the Isle of Hope United Methodist Church in 2006. His beloved wife of 64 years, Raye Parker Kitchens, his daughter and son-in-law Stephanie and Scott Bobbitt and three grandchildren, Parker, Sally and Zachary Bobbitt of Ashville, NC, survive him. A son Fred J. Kitchens, III, preceded him in death. Fred was born December 2, 1932, in Covington, GA, to the late Fred J. Kitchens, Sr., and Louise Hooten Kitch ...
Brian L. Millhoff - NOV 17, 2020
Brian Luis Millhoff, 72 passed away Tuesday November 17, 2020 in Savannah GA. He was born on 5/17/1948 in Clayton, NM to the late William C. Millhoff and Marry Ann Jordan. In 2013 Brian returned from the University of Guam after many years as an educator. He was a vibrant member of the Bahai Faith and strived to spread the teachings of Baháʼu'lláh most his life. Brian is preceded in death by his bride Kathleen Knudsen Millhoff, his father William C. Millhoff, mother Mary Ann Jordan and brothers Steve and Jeff Jordan. Brian is survived by his tw ...
Jerry Oostlander APR 03, 1952 - NOV 17, 2020
Jerry Oostlander passed away quietly on November 17, 2020 after a short illness. Jerry was born in Rotterdam, The Netherlands in April 1952 and immigrated with his family to the USA in 1957 at the young age of 5 at which time he became a US Citizen. He joined the Navy right out of High School and served in the Vietnam War. After his service, he moved to Savannah where he earned a degree in Accounting but ended up working as a Police Officer in Chatham County as well as working at Gulfstream as security. He lived out his remaining life in Savannah. Jerry was preceded in death by his pare ...
Gregory S. "Greg" Edwards - NOV 17, 2020
Gregory (Greg) S. Edwards, age 58, passed away on November 17, 2020 at his home in Savannah, Georgia. Greg was born on June 11, 1962 in Savannah, Georgia, and was a lifetime resident of Savannah. He was preceded in death by his father - Dr. Ernest G. Edwards in 2000, mother - Dorothea H. Edwards in 2011, brothers - Ernest (Ted) Edwards III in 2003 and Richard L. Edwards in 2016, sister – Priscilla E. Johnson in 2003, and niece – Kimberly Johnson Smith in 2015. Greg is survived by his nieces, Kathleen J. Abendroth (Robert) and Kristina A. Johnson, and nephews, T ...
Lawrence Edward Gaudry, Jr. APR 01, 1981 - NOV 17, 2020
Lawrence Edward Gaudry, Jr., 39, passed away unexpectantly on Tuesday November 17, 2020. He was born April 1, 1981 in Savannah, GA to Lawrence Edward Gaudry and Devon Sullivan Gaudry. He attended St. James School and Benedictine Military School. He then graduated from Valdosta State University where he was the secretary for the Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Georgia Sigma Chapter. He has spent the last 12 years working in logistics. His most important purpose in life was being a devoted father to his beautiful little girls, Jenci and Kinsley. Lawrence was preceded in death by his father, Lawrence Edw ...