Obituaries
Mary E. Pickford NOV 12, 1923 - MAY 11, 2019
Mom never met a stranger; she loved people. She also loved art, music, entertaining and being outdoors. An eclectic reader, she gained an Associate degree from Wayne State Community College in her early fifties. She loved to cook for everyone, sewed, knitted, gardened, decorated, and was the sharpest dresser ever. A downhill skier well into her seventies, Mom was also an excellent golfer. As a music lover she played the piano and sang alto in the choir. Her religious faith, first as a Catholic growing up and then as an Episcopalian after she married, was with her every minute of the day. ...
Walton O. Usher - MAY 10, 2019
Walton O. Usher, 75, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 10, 2019, with his wife and daughter Elizabeth by his side. Walton was born in Augusta, GA and lived there most of his life. He owned and operated Usher Paint and Supply Company for many years before moving to Savannah in 1996. He was a former member of the Augusta Sailing Club and participated in the Southeastern Lightning Circuit as a crew member. He was also a soccer player and coach. Walton was an avid runner who loved being outdoors. Walton was preceded in death by his parents, Alvin M. Usher and Frances O. Usher, and his son, ...
Cecil Douglas Mastison - MAY 10, 2019
Retired U.S. Army Master Sgt. Cecil Douglas Mastison, 82, of Savannah, GA, passed away peacefully at home, on May 10, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. Cecil was born on December 1, 1936, in Madisonville, KY, to Essie Mae and James Harvey Mastison. At age four, he and his family moved to Evansville, IN, where he lived until the age of 17. In 1953, at the young age of 17, Cecil proudly volunteered to join the U.S. Army. In 1955, he met and married the love of his life, the late Rosemarie Herren Mastison. Cecil's 21-year military career consisted of two tours in the Vietnam War, with over 5 ...
Frederick James Gideon & Randy Scott Gideon - MAY 09, 2019
Frederick James Gideon of Savannah, Georgia passed away suddenly on Thursday, May 9, 2019 at the Herrin Hospital in Herrin, Illinois. Born on December 11, 1947 in Maria, Quebec, Canada, he was the son of Eldon J. and Dorothy M. Gedeon, nee Lezotte. He was united in marriage to Rosemary K. Griffith on September 14, 1971 in the Hunter Army Airfield Chapel in Savannah, Georgia. Frederick was a veteran of the United States Army and automotive electrician by trade. He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church, the Cushman Club of America and the Ford Model A Club of Savannah. e could fix anythi ...
James Lee Davis - MAY 09, 2019
James Lee Davis, 81, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2019 at Hospice Savannah. A native Savannahian, he was born August 26, 1937 to the late Oscar Fitzgerald and Elizabeth Lancaster Davis. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his daughter, Caroline Blake Davis. He is survived by his wife; Karen Clarno Davis, his daughters; Catherine Davis Knox (Jeff) and Ashley Davis Davis (Jay), his grandchildren; Jefferson Knox (Ann), Lee Knox (Katie), Austin Knox, Catherine Davis, Morgan Davis, great-granddaugther; Jean Knox, his brother; Thomas Weldon Davis (Betsy), and brother-in-law; Thoma ...
Anthony "Toby" Purdy, Jr. - MAY 09, 2019
Anthony Bernard “Toby” Purdy, Jr., passed away Thursday, May 9, 2019 at Hospice House after a courageous fight with cancer. He is survived by his wife, Irene Miltiades Purdy; daughter and son-in-law, Mary and Gib Davenport of Richmond, VA; grandchildren, Sophie and Huntley Gibson Davenport III; his sisters, Barbara Ann Purdy Lutz, and Margaret Mary Purdy of Vero Beach, FL; brothers and sisters-in-law, Demetri and Penny Miltiades and Alex and Mary Miltiades all of Kennesaw, GA; several nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Elizabeth Gaffney Purdy a ...
John Edward Myers OCT 18, 1976 - MAY 08, 2019
Savannah, GA John Edward Myers, 42, died peacefully with his loving wife by his side on Wednesday, May 8, 2019. John was a U.S. Army veteran honorably serving his county in Iraq and Afghanistan. He was a 1st Lieutenant in the Georgia Army National Guard and held numerous positions in the field of Security and Military Training. John earned two B.A. degrees, one from State University of New York and the other from Georgia Southern University. John leaves behind his wife, Candess; children, Lane, Eden, Jaden, Jessine, John John, Marshall, Janelle and Jayden; mother, Ramona Alba (Guy); father, Ed ...
Danny Lamar Bryant NOV 30, 1949 - MAY 08, 2019
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Danny Lamar Bryant, 69, passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2019 at Candler Hospital. Danny was born November 30, 1949 in Savannah, Georgia. He married the love of his life Kathy Bryant November 10, 1972. Danny worked as a railroad conductor for CSX Railroad for 29 years. Prior to working for CSX, Danny gave his time and service to the Army during the Vietnam War. He was active in the Army from June 1970 - February 1972, during his time of service he was awarded the Bronze Star medal and other decorations. Danny will be remembered for his love of cards, Braves baseball, Falcons football, fishing and ...
Mildred Ryan Jones - MAY 05, 2019
Mildred Ryan Jones, age 95, formerly of Greensboro, NC, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 5, 2019 under care of Hospice Savannah at her daughter’s home in Savannah, Georgia. Born in Greensboro, NC, she was the daughter of the late Grover Cleveland and Lonie Gilbreath Ryan. She lived most of her life in Greensboro until the age of 90 when she moved to Savannah to be closer to her daughter. Mildred graduated from Sumner High School in 1941. She retired from Precision Fabrics Group, Inc., formerly of Burlington Industries, working in Human Resources. She was one of the oldest and a life-long ...
James K. Maloney - MAY 04, 2019
The Family of James Maloney is relieved, yet saddened to share the news that his fierce battle with cancer is finally over. He was a fighter to the bitter end and the Fourth was with him as he made his departure at 9:25pm on Friday, the 4th of May, 2019. On a serious note, Mike Holton made sure that James received a visit from Douglas Cone of Whitemarsh Island Baptist Church and we can proudly proclaim that on May 3rd, James confirmed his flight and Heaven was the final the destination. After building the very successful Maloney’s Landscape Management since 1997, James is now enjoying the we ...
George J. Katula - MAY 03, 2019
George John Katula, 55, passed away Friday, May 3, 2019 at his residence in Savannah, Georgia. He was born February 21, 1964 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late George and Emma Katula. George graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering. He worked at International Paper for the past 30 years, first in the Savannah Paper facility, then in Corporate Customer Technical Support. He was passionate about cooking, was an avid reader, loved keeping up with the latest technology, and also loved traveling with his wife. George is survived by his wife of 23 year ...
Larry Daniel Cline - MAY 02, 2019
Larry Daniel Cline, 79, passed away Thursday, May 2, 2019. A native of Florida, he was retired from The Stored Products Insect Laboratory in Savannah. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gilliard Morris Cline and Alma White Faries Cline. Surviving are his wife of 57 years, Irma B. Cline; sons, Bruce Alan Cline (Jennifer), Barry Daniel Cline (Jennifer); brothers, Gene Morris Cline, Carl White Cline (Florence); five grandsons; and special friend, Pamela Fandrich. All arrangements will be private. Remembrances may be made to Savannah Riverkeeper, Inc., P.O. Box 60, Augusta, GA 30903 or onl ...
Jeanette Leavy "Tiger" Orrel Stiles OCT 21, 1940 - MAY 01, 2019
Jeanette Leavy “Tiger” Orrel Stiles died May 1, 2019 at home under the care of Hospice Savannah surrounded by her loving family. She was born October 21, 1940 in Savannah to Marvin Cooper Orrel, Sr, and Lillian Cecile Nieuwstraten Orrel. Other than a 5 year stint in Atlanta in the early seventies, she lived her entire life in her beloved hometown, Savannah. Tiger graduated from Savannah High in 1958. She was a member of the inaugural graduating class of registered nurses from Memorial Hospital in 1962. In the late 1970’s, she transitioned from RN to Perfusionist. She was proud to write the let ...
Stephen Patrick Quigley DEC 03, 1927 - APR 30, 2019
Stephen Patrick Quigley, (91), died April 30th at home with hospice care, surrounded by his family. He was born December 3rd 1927 in Belfast, Northern Ireland. He immigrated to the United States in 1948. He met his wife of 66 years, Ruth Quigley, in Denver while pursuing his undergraduate degrees in psychology and teaching. They married in 1953, The couple then moved to Urbana-Champaign, Illinois for his doctoral degree in linguistics at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. After finishing at UIUC he took a position as an Assistant Professor of Psychology at Gallaudet University. He ...
Mary Kate Frawley Merritt and son Alton "Al" Brannen - APR 29, 2019
Mary Kate Merritt, 93, died peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, April 28, 2019. Her son, Alton "Al" Brannen, 73, died peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday, May 2, 2019. Mary Kate and Al are former residents of Savannah. A joint graveside service in Forest Lawn Memory Gardens is being planned and will be announced by Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors. ...
Jack Anthony Schuman FEB 13, 1951 - APR 29, 2019
Jack Anthony Schuman, 68, died Monday April 29, 2019 at St. Joseph’s Hospital. The Savannah native loved life. He was a skilled and talented carpenter and a U.S. Army veteran who served his country courageously during the Vietnam War. Jack is predeceased by his sons, Jared Schuman and Joseph Macdonald. Jack is survived by his daughter, Christy Schuman Horne, and husband Junior of Fayetteville, NC; grandsons and their wives, Brandon and Jessica Brocato, Cody and Alison Brocato, and John Horne; his granddaughter, Shelby Horne; great-granddaughters, Sadie, Caroline and Abigail Brocato; his mother ...
Sara Haeseler Jones - APR 29, 2019
Sara Haeseler Jones of Tybee Island, Georgia went to be with her Lord on April 29, 2019. Mrs. Jones, a native of Sardis, Georgia, was the only child of Samuel Burchardt and Naomi Floyd Haeseler. She was married to Frederick Allan Jones of Raleigh, North Carolina. She graduated from SGA High School in 1954 and then attended the University of Georgia where she obtained a BS Degree in Business Education. She was a member of the Zeta Tau Alpha sorority. Upon completion of college, she taught school in Screven and Burke counties. After relocating to Swainsboro, Georgia, she completed her teaching c ...
James H. Allen SEP 19, 1956 - APR 29, 2019
James H. Allen, Jr, 62, died peacefully on April 29, 2019 at Ogeechee Area Hospice, after a brief illness, surrounded by his loved ones. The Savannah native and also known as Jimbo by those closest to him. He was a loving father, husband, and son. Jimbo was a craftsman welder and pipefitter for more than forty years. He was a long time member of Local Union 188, since February 20, 1976 and subsequently employed by Kraton Chemical (Formerly known as Union Camp) for more than thirty-five years. Jimbo is preceded in death by the mother of his children and wife of more than 25 years, Carole Mul ...
Thomas Cooper Welch, V "T" FEB 05, 1989 - APR 28, 2019
Semper fidelis, Always Faithful Thomas Cooper “T” Welch, V, 30, died Sunday, April 28, 2019. The Ft. Lewis, WA native was a longtime resident of Savannah. T courageously fought in the Global War on Terrorism by serving with the 1st Battalion, 8 Marines. He completed two tours of duty during Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan where he served as an Infantry Squad Leader. T received the following awards and commendations for his bravery, extraordinary courage, and service for his country. Navy and Marine Corp Achievement Medal with V Device Combat Action Ribbon (Afghanistan ...
Dr. Robert I. Strozier - APR 28, 2019
Dr. Robert I. Strozier of Savannah, Georgia, died peacefully on April 28th, 2019. He was 89 years old. Beloved professor and community leader, his lifelong endeavors on behalf of his cherished city touched many lives. Dr. Strozier was predeceased by his daughter, Leslie Strozier, and his wife of 63 years, Helen Allred Strozier. He is survived by his daughter Carolyn Strozier Seklii, grandchildren Russell W. Smith, Lydia A. Seklii, Jordan D. Seklii, grand-daughter in-law Victoria H. Seklii, his great-grandson, Theodore D. Seklii, sister Anne D. Strozier, sisters-in-law Marian A. Cronic, Carolyn ...
William Ormond Deaver, Jr., PhD - APR 28, 2019
William Ormond Deaver, Jr., PhD., 58, passed away suddenly Sunday, April 28, 2019 at St. Joseph’s Hospital. He was born in Richmond, Virginia son of William O. Deaver, Sr. and Ruby Davis Deaver. Dr. Deaver grew up in Richmond, Virginia where he graduated from high school. After graduation, he attended the University of Virginia receiving a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree. Later, he obtained his PhD from Florida State University. Dr. Deaver previously taught in the school system in Virginia and at the time of his death, had been a professor of Spanish at Georgia Southern University f ...
Christine "Tina" Sanders - APR 27, 2019
Christine Gaudry Sanders, 86, passed away Saturday, April 27, 2019 at Oceanside Nursing Home on Tybee Island. She was born March 18, 1933 in Savannah, GA to the late Julius B. and Alice Fleetwood Gaudry. She was of the Catholic faith and was retired from K Mart Corporation. After retirement she worked with her daughter at the YMCA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Sanders, and three siblings, Mary, Julia, and Lawrence. Surviving are her son and daughter-in-law, Dennis and Susan Sanders of Wilmington Island, her daughter and son-in-law, Denise and Jody ...
Susann Covert Wallace - APR 27, 2019
Susann Covert Wallace, 84, passed away Saturday, April 27, 2019 at Memorial University Medical Center. Surviving are her husband, John F. Wallace; children, Jane and Mark; grandchildren, Libby, Brooks, Parker and Cait. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at Skidaway Island Presbyterian Church. Remembrances: The family requests no flowers, donations may be made to the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation www.colonialwilliamsburg.com or the Humane Society for Greater Savannah, 7215 Sallie Mood Dr., Savannah, GA 31406. ...
James Sidney Crawford - APR 26, 2019
James Sidney Crawford, 63, died April 26, 2019 under the care of Hospice Savannah surrounded by family and friends. He was born in Luton, Bedfordshire, England to June Mathews Crawford and the late Jimmie Watts Crawford. Returning to America, his parents eventually settled in New Carlisle, Ohio, where he enjoyed the quintessential small-town adolescence of America’s heartland in the ‘60’s. After graduating from Tecumseh High School, he attended Wittenberg University where he created lifelong friends with his fellow students and his beloved Phi Psi fraternity brothers. In between pottery a ...
Sally Ann Tettemer Lent - APR 25, 2019
Sally Ann Tettemer Lent, 66, a beloved mother, nanny and friend passed away Thursday, April 25, 2019 at Hospice Savannah, Inc. Fly with the angels and watch over us as we go through life. We love you and will miss you more than you will ever know. The funeral service will be private. ...
Francis (Frank) Joseph Hahne, Jr. NOV 24, 1925 - APR 24, 2019
Francis (Frank) Joseph Hahne, Jr., 93, a native of Savannah, died peacefully April 24, 2019 at Memorial Hospital with family at his side. He was a member of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his wife of over 50 years, Frances Blake Hahne. He was born in Savannah on November 27, 1925 to Francis Hahne. Sr. and Lucille Barthelmess Hahne, also native Savannahians. Frank joined the Army Air Corp before the end of his senior year of Benedictine in 1944. After serving, he departed college early to take over his father’s business due to failing health—Hahne Laundry. Fr ...
Sarah Katherine Davis Bridges - APR 23, 2019
Sarah Katherine Davis Bridges, 89, passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2019 surrounded by family at Memorial University Medical Center in Savannah. Sarah was born September 4, 1929 in Louisville, GA in Jefferson County and lived most of her life in Savannah. Sarah graduated from Louisville Academy, Louisville GA and attended nursing school in Augusta GA. Sarah worked at Jefferson County Hospital in Louisville GA and attended X-ray technician school at Candler Hospital in Savannah and worked with Dr. Robinson Radiologist. Sarah owned and operated Bridges Wood Products, a custom cabinet & casewo ...
Charles Buren McLaughlin - APR 23, 2019
Charles Buren McLaughlin, 84, passed into eternal rest on Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at Hospice House of Savannah surrounded by family. He was born in Frametown, West Virginia, the son of Ford William and Beatrice Marie James McLaughlin. He was a graduate of Ohio Northern University in Ada, Ohio with a degree in Pharmacy. He owned and operated his own local community pharmacy, Reidenbach’s in Wheelersburg, Ohio for many years before retiring to Savannah, GA. He was a 20-year communicant of St. James Catholic Church. Surviving him are his wife of 58 years, Melanie Ann Shoemaker McLaughlin; child ...
Jack DeVane Denmark - APR 22, 2019
Jack DeVane Denmark, 86, passed away after a short illness on Monday, April 22, 2019 at Memorial University Medical Center with his wife by his side. He was born July 17, 1932 in Statesboro, Georgia to the late Paul E. and Grace Gay Denmark. He was owner of Denmark Construction Company, Plantation Townhouses and the Westside Shopping Center. Mr. Denmark devoted his entire career to designing and developing many residential and commercial real estate properties, including building most of the Carey Hilliard’s Restaurants in Savannah and Garden City. Mr. Denmark had a lifetime love for music and ...
Victor Rene Holan JAN 19, 1932 - APR 21, 2019
Victor Holan, 87, died in Savannah, GA on Easter Sunday, April 21, 2019. Vic was born to Frances Pavlikova and George Holan in Prague, Czechoslovakia, and emigrated to the United States in 1949. Prior to leaving Czechoslovakia, he attended Charles University. He lived in Falmouth, ME for most of his life, and later shared time between Georgia and Maine. He was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1950 and simultaneously became a U.S. Citizen. He served at Fort Bragg, NC in the 82nd Airborne until 1954. Vic was honored to be an American and always proudly flew the American flag at his home. Upon hi ...