Obituaries
Grace Watkins "Gracie" Pierce - APR 02, 2019
Grace Watkins “Gracie” Pierce, 79, passed away Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at Memorial University Medical Center. She was born in Albany, GA, daughter of W.T. and Edith Watkins. For over 25 years, Gracie was an Administrative Assistant for Independent Life Insurance Co. and was of the Baptist faith. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Gracie had a zest for life with a wonderful spirit of giving. She will be remembered for her amusing and spunky personality and the sweetest contagious laugh that came out with every conversation. Gracie was preceded in death by her husband, James U. P ...
James Robert "Rusty" Beasley, Jr. - APR 01, 2019
James Robert (Rusty) Beasley, Jr., 51, passed away Monday, April 1, 2019 at home surrounded by family and friends after a courageous battle with cancer. James was born in Savannah, GA and attended school in both Effingham County and Chatham County. James was active in bowling leagues; he cheered on the local baseball teams and was a true fan of the Savannah Bananas. His love for his family was the focus of his life. James leaves behind his parents, James (Jim) and Roberta Beasley and loving daughter, Candace N. Beasley, who he loved beyond measure. Also, Russell E. Dent, uncle, Teresa and W ...
Joyce Ann Medlock Hughes APR 16, 1938 - MAR 31, 2019
Joyce M. Hughes, 80, died peacefully on Sunday, March 31, 2019 at Candler General Hospital. The Possum Kingdom, SC native was a longtime resident of Savannah. Joyce is survived by two sons, Kelly and Michael Irvin. A gathering for friends was held at the residence on Saturday, April 5, 2019. ...
Arnold E. Cook, Jr. - MAR 31, 2019
Arnold E. Cook, Jr., 83, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2019 at Spanish Oaks Retreat. He was born August 13, 1935 in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Arnold E. Cook, Sr. and Evelyn Stevens Cook. Arnold attended the University of Maryland where he was a member of the KA Fraternity. He was also a member of the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist and the Landing’s Club. Surviving are his wife of 60 years, Patricia Bates Cook, his four children, Sheran DellaBianca (Mark), Scott Cook (Maria Waterbury), Stephen Cook (Diane), and Sandra Conterno (Scott). He is also survived by eight grandchildren, Alison ...
Kathryn H. Crosby JUN 15, 1954 - MAR 30, 2019
Kathryn Harris Crosby passed peacefully on March 30th, 2019 in her home under the care of Hospice Savannah, surrounded by her husband and son. Kathy was born on June 15th, 1954 in Fairbanks, Alaska, an Army brat; however, she spent most of her life in Savannah. Kathy attended Jenkins High School where she graduated with the class of 1972. Following graduation, Kathy attended Armstrong College where she graduated with a degree in Accounting. Kathy was a member of Isle of Hope United Methodist Church where she taught Sunday school and sang in the choir. She was employed by Great Dane Trailers fo ...
Ryan Sailors MAR 14, 1997 - MAR 30, 2019
William "Ryan" Sailors, 22 years old, died peacefully March 30, 2019, at Memorial Hospital in Savannah, GA, surrounded by his family. Ryan was born March 14, 1997 in Atlanta, GA. He and his family later moved to St. Marys, GA and then to Savannah. He completed his education at Islands High School on Whitemarsh Island, GA. Ryan was a member of Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church. Surviving are his parents, Michael A. Sailors, Sr. and Jan Gaston Sailors; his brother, Michael A. Sailors, Jr., his grandmother, Carolyn W. Sailors; his aunts, Nancy Gaston Perkins (Ed) of Venice, CA, Susan Gas ...
Myrna G. Wood - MAR 30, 2019
Myrna Loy Googe Wood, 78, passed away at her home on March 30, 2019 following a brief illness. Born on April 19, 1940, she was a life-long resident of Savannah, Ga. She is survived by one son, John David Wood, his wife, Robyn, and three grandchildren, Margaret Wood, Aaron Wood and Avery Wood, also of Savannah, Ga. She was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Herald Dean Wood, her daughter, Cherri Ann Wood, and her parents, John Henry and Wilma Holland Googe. Myrna is also survived by three siblings, J. Hilton Googe (Maryann), and Glenn E. Googe (Pat) all of Charleston, SC and her si ...
Carolyn Jean Lighthorse - MAR 29, 2019
Jean Lighthorse, 65, passed away Friday, March 29, 2019 at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Jean was born December 4, 1953 in Dayton, Ohio. She retired as a Registered Nurse after working many years for St. Joseph’s and Candler Hospitals. She is survived by her mother, Anita D. Garrett, son, Aaron Buck, daughter, Stephanie Chase, sister, Susan Garrett, brother, Earl Garrett, and four grandchildren, Gordon Chase, Mikel Kelly, Arianna Doty, and Catlina Andonie. A private memorial will be held by the family. ...
Richard "Dick" Morin - MAR 28, 2019
Richard (Dick) Oliver Morin, 84, passed away on Thursday March 28, 2019 at Azalealand Nursing Home under the care of Hospice Savannah, surrounded by his children and grandchildren. Dick was born on January 23, 1935 in Lowell, Massachusetts to the late Walter and Eva Morin. He enlisted in the United States Air Force at the age of 18 and made Savannah, Georgia his home. It was here that he met the love of his life, Jenny Reagin. He served 4 years on active duty, then began his career in the 165th Georgia Air National Guard. He retired after 36 years with the rank of Chief Master Sergeant. While ...
Shirley Purvis Mosely - MAR 27, 2019
Mrs. Shirley Purvis Mosely went to meet her heavenly father on Wednesday, March 27, 2019 at Hospice Savannah. Mrs. Mosely was born and raised in Savannah. She was married to Paul Mosely for 65 loving years. She was former president of the Soroptimist Club. She attended Bible Baptist Church, and was a devoted Christian who lived by example. She was dearly loved by her family and friends. Mrs. Mosely was a vibrant artist and a lover of life. She loved the beach and traveling. Mrs. Mosely assisted her husband in their family business, Paul & Sons Auto Parts for over 30 years. She is preceded ...
Kathryn "Kitty" Monlux - MAR 27, 2019
Kathryn “Kitty” Monlux (nee Laub) died on March 26, 2019, at the age of 89. She was born on May 19, 1929 in Hackensack, New Jersey, the daughter of Jane (Wyckoff) and Gustav Laub of Larchmont, New York. She graduated from Mamaroneck High School in 1946 and from Finch Junior College in 1949. She married Claude Richard Monlux on August 20, 1949. They resided in Mercer Island, WA for 30 years before retiring to The Landings in 1992. Mrs. Monlux was preceded in death by her husband, parents, daughter Linda Kofsky, sister Margery Bunker, and brother Gustav Laub, Jr. She is survived by her daughters ...
Alma S. "Betty" Nease - MAR 27, 2019
Alma S. “Betty” Nease, 92, died Wednesday, March 27, 2019 at Azalealand Nursing Home. The native of Savannah was a graduate of Commercial High School and worked in retail until the birth of her son, then became a devoted housewife and mother. Betty attended Asbury Memorial United Methodist Church. She and her late husband, Thomas E. Nease were married 61 years. Surviving is her son, Thomas E. Nease, Jr. A graveside service will be held at 11:30 a.m. Monday, April 1, 2019 at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Asbury Memorial United Methodist Church, 10 ...
Sam Scott - MAR 26, 2019
Sam Scott, 63, passed away on March 26, 2019. He was a long-time resident of Savannah, Georgia, and worked as a Histologist for over 25 years, most recently employed at Gastroenterology Consultants of Savannah. Sam was born in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, to William Scott, Sr., and Joan Scott (Miller). Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife, Donna; children Christopher (Lindsay Scott), Diana, and William "Sammy" Scott, III; grandson, Conner Scott. He is also survived by siblings Colleen Forte, Bonnie Scott, Linda Scott, Thomas Scott, and Eric Scott, and several nieces and neph ...
Marie Powers Brazzeal - MAR 24, 2019
Marie Powers Brazzeal, 98, died Sunday, March 24, 2019 at Hospice Savannah, Inc. She was born in Savannah, daughter of Thomas J. and Marie Condon Powers. Marie was a graduate of Savannah High School and Armstrong Junior College. After graduation, she enlisted in the United States Navy as a WAVE serving as a cartographer while stationed in Norman, Oklahoma. After receiving an honorable discharge, Marie attended the University of Georgia under the GI bill graduating with a bachelor’s degree in home economics. Marie returned to Savannah and married John J. Brazzeal on April 8, 1950. She taugh ...
Myron "Mutt" Gaspin - MAR 24, 2019
Myron "Mutt" Gaspin passed away Sunday, March 24, 2019 at Memorial University Medical Center. A Visitation will be held Thursday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Fox & Weeks, Islands Chapel. A private burial will be held at a later date. ...
William L. Madison - MAR 24, 2019
William Lawrence Madison passed peacefully at home on March 24, 2019 at the age of 85 after a long illness. Born in Savannah to Percy and Margaret Madison, he attended Charles Ellis School and Savannah High School. He graduated from Southern Technical Institute with a degree in Building and Drafting. He served in the Naval Reserve from high school through college. He is a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Savannah. He married his wife of 64 years, Anne Stripling Madison and worked for over fifty years in residential and commercial drafting and construction. He was dedicated, talen ...
Lydia Bott Hadwin SEP 23, 1934 - MAR 23, 2019
Lydia Bott Hadwin passed peacefully into eternal rest on March 23, 2019. Lydia was born on September 23, 1934 in Fulda, Germany, where she lived until meeting and falling in love with U.S. Air Force Staff Sergeant Arden H. Hadwin who was stationed in Fulda. After their marriage in 1954 they moved to Savannah, Georgia where she enjoyed a full life with her family and friends. Her family enjoyed her incredible cooking and the many special and delicious meals she prepared, especially her roulade and knodel (German meat rolls and potato dumplings), and beautiful anise cookies at Christmas. Lydia ...
Marilyn S. Seckinger - MAR 22, 2019
On Friday, March 22nd, 2019, Marilyn Seckinger, loving wife, mother to 12 children, and grandmother to 6, was called home to be with her Savior at the age of 50. Marilyn was born on November 19, 1968, in Savannah Ga to Thomas and Darinda Sanders. On September 8th, 1984 she married her soulmate, Rowland B. Seckinger. Together they raised their 12 children Rowland T., Timothy, Joel, Samuel, Emmanuel, Dianna, Jonathan, Hannah, Rebekah, Naomi, Alyssa, and Nicholas whom she devoted her entire life. Marilyn had a passion for God’s word, literature and teaching that inspired everyone she met. Through ...
Michael "Mike" Eugene Bart - MAR 21, 2019
Michael “Mike” Eugene Bart, 79, returned to his heavenly home on March 21st, 2019. Mike was a Savannah native born to the late Eugene and Lena Ranitz Bart. He graduated from Savannah High School and then later from Armstrong State College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business. During his school years he was a talented basketball player. His career was spent as a highly successful and respected Certified Public Accountant. Mike was a communicant of St. Michael's Catholic Church on Tybee Island, GA. He was immersed in the Catholic community that would be a lifelong support from an early age. ...
Diana Ruth McMurtry - MAR 20, 2019
Diana Ruth McMurtry, age 73 of Picayune, MS passed away Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at St. Joseph Candler Hospital in Savanna, GA. Diana was born in Indianapolis, IN on October 5, 1945; daughter to the late George E Byard and Margarette E Fleetwood (Groceclose). She was a 1963 graduate of Decatur Central High School in Indianapolis. As a young girl she loved to dance and performed until age 18. Occupations include: bartender, secretary, homemaker and baker. She is survived by her two daughters, Denise (Jamey) Sims and Samantha Belcher; and two sisters, Jana Walters and Gaynell (Charles) Love; ...
Linda Leary Beach - MAR 20, 2019
Linda Leary Beach, 78, passed away March 20, 2019 in Savannah, GA. She was born August 1, 1940 in Edenton, NC to the late Leon and Lena Mason Leary. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Savannah. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Theodore Wayne Beach, Sr. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Theodore “Ted” Wayne Beach, Jr. and Debra Beach of Greensboro, North Carolina, and also David and Marcia Albrecht, and nieces Whitney and Bretton. Funeral Service will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, March 29, 2019 at Fox & Weeks, Islands Chapel. The family ...
Travis O. Barnard - MAR 19, 2019
Travis O. Barnard, 41, passed away Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at his residence. He was born September 3, 1977 in Savannah, GA. He was the owner Barnard Marine and attended Waterfront Church in Richmond Hill. He was a loving and devoted father, and will be missed by many people. Travis was a gifted woodworker, building many custom- built docks, and furniture for his home. He was preceded in death by his brother Trey Barnard (1996), and his grandparents. Travis is survived by his son, Brennen Barnard, Kimberly Barnard, and his parents, Leon and Linda Barnard, all of Savannah, as well as many aunts, ...
Mr. Carol W. Modlin, Jr. - MAR 19, 2019
Bill Modlin, age of 66, passed away on Tuesday, March 19, 2019. He was born on February 4, 1953 in Wilson, North Carolina to Carol W. Modlin and Lucille D. Modlin. Bill graduated from Farmville Highschool, Farmville, North Carolina and received an Engineering and Physics degree from North Carolina State University in Raleigh, North Carolina. His love of technology was his passion, along with music and HAM radio. When not pursuing career activities he liked to fish, cycle and play guitar. He is survived by his daughter Kiley Modlin, wife Boom Modlin, his sister and brother-in-law Linda and Barr ...
Johnathan Neal "Johnny" Warman, Sr. - MAR 17, 2019
Jonathan Neal “Johnny” Warman Sr. 69, Passed away peacefully at home on March 17, 2019. The Ohio native came to Savannah as a child. Son of Estle and Marjorie Warman. Survivors are his wife of 35 years, Holly Lewis Warman, His children John Warman Jr., Chris Warman, Daedra Warman Holder, four grandchildren, one brother, three sisters, one brother and sister in law, many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers and one sister. A Master Brick Mason who operated BMW Masonry for many years, Johnny was admired for his quality work and beautiful fireplaces. He was a ...
Carol Rae Black AUG 01, 1942 - MAR 17, 2019
Carol Rae Black, 76, died March 17, 2019 at Hospice Savannah surrounded by her family. She was born on August 1, 1942 in Mt. Vernon, N.Y., grew up in Westchester County, N.Y., and lived in Redding, Ct., before moving to The Landings in Savannah in 1989. Carol graduated from Lincoln High School in Yonkers, N.Y. in 1960, and from Berkley Secretarial School in 1962. She worked for the Johns Manville and Avon Corporations in administrative positions. Carol was athletic and enjoyed platform tennis, tennis, and golf at the Aspetuck Valley Country Club in Easton, Ct., and at The Landings Club. She wa ...
Helen Allred Strozier - MAR 17, 2019
Helen Allred Strozier died peacefully at her home on March 17, 2019. She was 87. Devoted and much beloved wife of Robert I. Strozier, Helen stayed by his side from August 1956 until her death. A lifelong resident of Savannah, Helen graduated from Savannah High School, the University of Wisconsin, and Armstrong State College. In 1968, she began her teaching career in Chatham County and taught in many local elementary schools, retiring after 30 years of service. Helen loved teaching, learning and her many students. Throughout their 63 year marriage, Helen dedicated herself to the support and acc ...
Richard Edward Byrd, Sr. FEB 02, 1938 - MAR 16, 2019
SAVANNAH – RICHARD E. BYRD, 81, went to his Eternal resting place on March 16, 2019. Richard was born on February 2, 1938, in Savannah, Georgia where he lived for most of his life. He was a proud member of the Georgia Army National Guard from 1955 until he retired as First Sergeant (E8) in 1978. Richard also retired from Amtrak Railroad as a Ticket Agent after more than 32 years of service. He was an active member of the Irish and Catholic communities, serving as second Vice President of Police Emerald Society of Southeast Georgia, Adjutant of Saint Patrick’s Day Parade Committee in 1997 and 1 ...
Dr. Demetrios George "D" Tsoulos (Col., USA, Ret.) - MAR 16, 2019
Dr. Demetrios George “D” Tsoulos (Col., USA, Ret.), 81, passed away Saturday, March 16, 2019 at Candler Hospital with his wife by his side. He was born in Chicago, Illinois, son of the late George Demetrios Tsoulos and Katherine Varzos Tsoulos. Dr. Tsoulos was retired as a Colonel after 30 years of service in the United States Army. He served two tours of duty during the Vietnam War and also served during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm in the Gulf War. He was an Airborne Green Beret and a flight surgeon. Dr. Tsoulos received his medical training at the University of Chi ...
Richard C. Huffman JAN 03, 1942 - MAR 16, 2019
Richard Cole Huffman, formerly of Nashville, several towns in Alabama and Texas and recently of Savannah, moved on to his heavenly home to be with his Lord on March 16, 2019 after an extended illness. He is survived by his beloved wife, Vicki Caram Huffman, his son Dr. R. Cole Huffman II (Lynn) of Memphis and his daughter Christa H. Young (Chris) of Savannah, eight grandchildren, and a great-grandson. He was pre-deceased by his parents John and Helen Huffman, his brother Jack, and his sister Marsha H. Bessey. He was 77. Born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee, Richard was an evangelical Christ ...
Ellen Flynn Spitz - MAR 15, 2019
Ellen Flynn Spitz died on March 15, 2019 at St. Joseph’s Hospital. A native of New York City, she came to love Savannah and called it her home too. Ellen was known for her kindness, quick wit, effervescence and warmth. She brought so much joy to her family and friends. Before retiring, Ellen worked in the fashion industry, and will always be remembered for her unique style – the signature scarves and gorgeous hair! She will be greatly missed. Ellen married her beloved Jim in 1969. He passed away in 2012. Her survivors include her daughter Ellen Christina Spitz; step children Anne Spitz Brown, ...