Obituaries
Candace E. Spivey - JUL 10, 2019
Candace E. Spivey, 72, passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2019. She was born August 11, 1946 in Newnan, GA and lived most of her life in Savannah. She was a 1964 graduate of St. Vincent’s Academy and was a member of Lighthouse Baptist Church. Candace was a Certified Gemologist and also a member of the Doll Artisan Guild, and an antique dealer. She is survived by her husband, James E. Spivey of Savannah, her aunt, Giny Ghirardelli of California, several nieces, nephews, and cousins. A Memorial Service will be held 2:00 p.m., Sunday, July 14, 2019 at Lighthouse Baptist Church. ...
Louise Howard Moye - JUL 09, 2019
Louise Howard Moye (Weezie), died peacefully on Tuesday July 9, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. The Thunderbolt native was born October 12, 1943. She spent most of her life on Tybee Island before retiring to Midway. Louise worked as a bookkeeper for T & M; and was an avid reader, loved arts and crafts and had a very colorful vocabulary. Louise enjoyed traveling to Glennville to spend time with her dear friends, Pat and Glynn and she loved going to Wally World with her best friend, Joanna. Louise is preceded in death by her husband, Jim Bowie; siblings, Pat Howard, Judy Rowe, and Marg ...
Col. Carl C. Poythress, Jr. AUG 05, 1934 - JUL 08, 2019
Col. Carl C. Poythress, Jr., 84, died Monday, July 8, 2019. He was born August 5, 1934 in Newington, Ga. He was preceded in death by his wife, Vivian F. Poythress, his oldest daughter, Sandra Poythress Harvey and his parents, Carl C. Poythress and Beatrice Proctor Poythress. He graduated from Screven County High School, Sylvania, Ga. on June 1952. There he lettered in football, baseball, basketball, and track. He was also elected Vice President of his class as well as being voted “Mr. Screven County High School” his senior year. Carl graduated from The Citadel, Charleston, S.C. June 1956 with ...
Charles H. Church, Ph.D. MAY 15, 1929 - JUL 08, 2019
Charles H. “Chuck” Church of Savannah, GA passed away on July 7. He was born in Phoenix, AZ on May 15, 1929. He received his B. S. from the Missouri University of Science and Technology, his M.S. from Pennsylvania State University, and his Ph. D. in Physics from the University of Michigan. He is a U.S. Air Force Veteran serving in Korea. He had a long career as a Director in the Army Research Office in Washington, DC and moved to Savannah, Georgia in retirement. Charles is survived by his wife of 63 years, Julia Davis Church, and his three children, six grandchildren and one great grandchild: ...
Donna "Lisa" Segroves (Hall) VonWaldner - JUL 06, 2019
Donna “Lisa” Segroves (Hall) VonWaldner of Wilmington Island, age 58, passed away unexpectedly on July 6, 2019. She is survived by her husband, Charles L. VonWaldner, her daughter Melissa (John) Adams of Black Creek, GA, and her son Michael (Brittany) Hall of Wilmington Island, GA; her grandchildren Avery, Emery and Harrison Adams; Anna and Harper Hall; step-children Kristen VonWaldner Paris, Lindsay VonWaldner Almeida, Caroline VonWaldner Mobley. Lisa was born August 13, 1960 in Nashville, Tennessee where she enjoyed her childhood and adolescence and graduated from McGavock High School. She m ...
Billy G. Estes - JUL 05, 2019
Billy G. Estes, 89, passed away at his home on July 5, 2019 under the loving care of Debbie Sodansky who cared for him throughout his illness. Billy was born on March 24, 1930 in Phoenix, Arizona to Royal Boyce and Jenny Walters Estes. On July 3, 1953 Billy married the love of his life, Lillian Leathers, and they were married for 63 years until her death in 2016, Billy served in the Army for 27 years and retired as a Lt. Colonel. He was a Chinook and fixed wing pilot and was a veteran of the Korean and Vietnam wars. He and his family lived in Japan and Germany and throughout the US. While i ...
Clarice Cone Shuman - JUL 05, 2019
Clarice Cone Shuman was born on May 8, 1927 in Savannah, Georgia. She graduated from Commercial High School in 1946 and married Harry Shuman, Sr., the love of her life, on June 4, 1947. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a spiritual woman with the kindest biggest heart you could ever imagine. If the world had more people like Clarice, it would be a much kinder gentler place. She is preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Harry Edmund Shuman, Sr.; mother, Mildred Cone; father, Clarence Cone; brother, Donald Cone; and grandson, Christopher Clayton Shum ...
William "Tommy" Porter FEB 28, 1939 - JUL 05, 2019
Savannah- William “Tommy” Porter, local racing legend, business owner, and loving husband and father, passed away Friday, July 5th at the age of 80. Tommy was born on February 28, 1939 in Millen, GA to loving parents, Bill and Alma Porter. Tommy had a passion for speed and adventure and never backed down from a challenge. He brought his all to the track, winning many races and championships. Sharp, witty and a great storyteller, he had a biting sense of humor and a voice that could make anyone stop and listen. His undeniable toughness was often balanced by quiet acts of compassion. He is survi ...
Reba Bowen Daniel - JUL 05, 2019
Reba Bowen Jacobson Daniel, Sunrise April 14, 1934, Sunset Friday, July 5, 2019 after a courageous battle with cancer, she was supported lovingly by her family. Reba was a member of St. Thomas Episcopal Church for many years and was retired from the medical field. She was an elegant and gentle lady of great faith and had a special place in her heart for her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Herbert Lawton Bowen and Gladys Brannen Bowen, first husband, Clayton Jacobson, sons, Jeffrey and Jay Jacobson, second husband, J. Saxton Daniel, stepson, Mark Daniel, brothers, Gerald L. Bo ...
Eugene Ware Boyd JUL 04, 1940 - JUL 03, 2019
Eugene “Gene” Boyd died at home after a long illness. He would have been 79 years old the next day, the Fourth of July. A Celebration of His Life will be held on September 7th, at 6pm at the Isle of Hope Marina in Savannah, GA. Gene is survived by his wife, Kami Smith, daughters: Christine Martha Shafer and Johanna Virginia Davis, and stepdaughter, Jessica Renee Smith, their spouses and partner, Alan Shafer, James (Jim) Davis, and Matthew Stersic and two grandchildren, Justin Boyd Shafer and Abigail Grace Davis. Gene was the eldest of four, his surviving siblings include: Ann Boyd Taylor, Mary ...
Paige Folley Christian - JUL 03, 2019
Paige Folley Christian, 47, died at her home on July 3rd, after a determined four year battle with breast cancer. She was supported lovingly by her husband, Joe David Christian III, and her adoring children, May Bates and Joe David Christian IV. Paige grew up in Augusta, GA. and was a graduate of Aquinas High School, the College of Charleston, and earned her Masters Degree in Psychology at Augusta University. Paige moved to Savannah as a bride and just celebrated her 20th wedding anniversary. Paige lived an active life and was very involved in the activities of her twin children while at Hanco ...
Jason Strickland SEP 27, 1976 - JUL 02, 2019
Jason Strickland,42, died unexpectedly Tuesday, July 2 in his home in Savannah, Georgia. He was a beloved husband, father, and friend. Jason was born September 27, 1976 in Columbus, Georgia to Robert Strickland. Jason was raised by his father and maternal grandmother, Martha Cartwright. He graduated from Columbus High School and attended one year at AASU where he was majoring in business. Jason is survived by his wife Deborah, his son Justin, daughter Sophia, father Robert, stepmother Joyce, sister Jewlee, nephew Zaire, and his aunt Ann. After moving to Savannah with his wife, Jason work ...
Rev. Charles William Castles - JUL 01, 2019
The Rev. Charles W. Castles departed this life on July 1, 2019 at Savannah Square. Born October 29, 1933, he was adopted as an infant by David and Catherine Castles of Lakeland, Florida. Charles was raised a Presbyterian, worked in his father’s grocery store; was educated at Lakeland High School and Florida Southern College, where he earned his AB degree. He enlisted in the Army and was stationed in France. Following his discharge, he studied at Columbia Theological Seminary and eared the degree of Master of Divinity. He served as Presbyterian pastor of a two church field in Macon, GA. During ...
Frances Lois Chaplin Womble - JUL 01, 2019
Frances Lois Chaplin Womble, a lifetime resident of Savannah GA passed away peacefully on June 14, 2019. She was born in Telfair Hospital on May 18, 1923 to Audrey and William Chaplin. An only child, she was the center of her parent's life and she loved them dearly. She graduated from Commercial High School, worked for the Chatham County Comptroller's Office, and retired from Center Brothers Inc after 25 years. "Fran" married the love of her life, Charles R. Womble in 1946. They loved each other deeply for 54 years and are now together dancing in Heaven. Their life together was made even happ ...
Lawrence "Dale" Hendrix JUN 04, 1937 - JUN 30, 2019
Beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Lawrence “Dale” Hendrix passed away June 30, 2019 under the care of Hospice at his home surrounded by his loving family. Dale was born June 4, 1937, in Savannah, GA to the late Grace Smiley and Gen. Mike Hendrix. He moved with his parents to Atlanta, GA and graduated from Grady High School. He went on to attend Georgia State University and graduated from Georgia Military Institute in 1958 as a Second Lieutenant. He married Genell Sullivan in 1957 and they moved back to his beloved Savannah with his family. Dale began his career with Diamond Con ...
Rejeanne O. Purdy - JUN 29, 2019
Rejeanne O. Purdy, 80, passed away Saturday, June 29, 2019 in Savannah, Georgia. Rejeanne was born in Quebec, Canada and lived in Savannah for many years. She was preceded in death by her son Christopher Purdy. Surviving are her children, Richard Purdy, Helen Casey, Patrick Purdy and Diane Smith; seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren. A memorial service and graveside will be held in New Hampshire at a later date. ...
Margaret Curtis Hansen - JUN 26, 2019
Margaret Curtis Hansen, 83, passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2019 at her residence on Skidaway Island. She was a communicant of St. James Catholic Church. A Memorial Mass will be held Saturday, June 29, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at the Carmelite Monastery Chapel, 11 W. Back Street, Savannah, GA 31419. Remembrances may be made to the Carmelite Monastery, 11 W. Back Street, Savannah, GA 31419. ...
Richard R. Meckfessel - JUN 26, 2019
Coach Rich Meckfessel went to his final rest on June 26, 2019 at the age of 81, surrounded by his loving wife and two children. Rich was an enthusiastic athlete, excelling at tennis and basketball in his youth and later completing four marathons, but he was most proud of his accomplishments as a college coach and athletic director. During his career, Rich mentored and coached hundreds of young men at Washington University in St. Louis, Morris Harvey College (now the University of Charleston, WV) and the University of Missouri–St. Louis (UMSL), many of whom went on to become successful teachers ...
Annelle "Anne" Franklin Chase MAY 30, 1927 - JUN 23, 2019
Anne Franklin Chase died peacefully at her home on Skidaway Island on June 23, 2019. She was 92. Anne was born in Marietta, GA to Ernest and Nelle Foster Kemp. She graduated from Marietta High School and the High Museum School of Art in Atlanta. Anne is also a graduate of Armstrong State College. She lived in Savannah for the past 70 years, relocating in 1949 after marrying native Walter Franklin who graduated from Georgia Tech. In Savannah, Anne was involved in the fashion industry as a coordinator and commentator of fashion shows and creator and director of the Town & Country Charm Schoo ...
Rosemary S. Sanders - JUN 19, 2019
Rosemary Schomburg Sanders, 92, passed away Wednesday, June 19, 2019 at her daughter’s residence. She was born July 31, 1926 to the late Dr. Otto Meinhart Schomburg and Mary O’Shea Schomburg. Rosemary was a 1944 graduate of St. Vincent’s Academy and was a communicant of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Brannen Sanders, Jr., and her brother, James Schomburg. Surviving are her son, Thomas B. Sanders, III (Sharon) of Miami, FL, her daughters, Ginger Robertson (Mike) of Savannah, and Carol Coppola (Sam) of Savannah. ...
Barbara Jean Lang - JUN 18, 2019
Barbara Jean Lang, age 73 of Savannah, Georgia passed away peacefully at her home on June 18, 2019. Barbara was a sweet and generous person. Most of her life involved volunteering with Memorial Health Hospital, Live Oak Public Library and the Georgia Historical Society. Born October 10, 1945 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Savannah, Georgia; she attended Blessed Sacrament Catholic School; spent two years at Saint Vincent’s Academy and graduated from Savannah High School with the class of 1965. She received a BA of History from Armstrong State College. She also studied in the areas of Library Sc ...
James Marshall Taylor - JUN 18, 2019
James Marshall Taylor, 89, of Savannah passed away June 18, 2019 under the care of Hospice, at home. Jim was born in Morganfield, Kentucky on December 13, 1929 to James Mansfield Taylor and Hester Louise Taylor (nee Marshall). He attended public schools in Morganfield, Sturgis and Louisville Kentucky. After high school, he worked at construction jobs and as a surveyor. He was drafted in April, 1951 and after basic training at Fort Knox was assigned to Headquarters Battery, 68th Antiaircraft Group, Fort Richardson, Alaska. Upon discharge he went to work for the Louisville and Nashville Railroa ...
Barbara Anne Smith Andrews - JUN 18, 2019
Barbara Anne Smith Andrews passed away on June 18, 2019. She was preceded in death by her parents, Virgil and Azalea Osgood Smith, and her sister, Mae Smith Gee. Barbara was born April 11, 1940, and raised in Woodland Maine. She graduated from Woodland High School where she was valedictorian of her class. Barbara then went on to attend the University of Maine where she graduated Phi Beta Kappa and was a member of the Alpha Omicron Pi sorority. Barbara married Jim Andrews in 1966 and they recently celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary. In addition to her husband Jim, she is survived by her ...
James Floyd Martin, Jr. - JUN 16, 2019
James Floyd Martin, Jr., 59, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2019 at his residence. He was preceded in death by his parents, James F. Martin, Sr. and Nina Barrow Martin. He retired in 2018 after 21 years of service with the Board of Education. Floyd was a remarkable person with a heart of gold and will be missed by his family and friends. He is survived by Janet Bowers (John), and Carol Ansley (Jimmy). Visitation will be 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at Fox & Weeks, Hodgson Chapel. A private graveside service will follow. ...
Sara Ann Runge "Sally" - JUN 16, 2019
Sarah Ann Runge “Sally” died on Sunday, June 16, 2019. The Atlanta native was born on September 9, 1986. She graduated from The Lovett School in Atlanta and attended Auburn University where she studied fashion design and production. Sally’s eclectic talents and creativity and her keen sense of humor endeared her to all who knew her. Sally radiated love and happiness for her friends and family, and her joy was infectious. Sally worked in the fashion industry in New York for seven years. After the birth of her nephew Collier, Sally returned home to Georgia to be closer to him and her family. She ...
Michael Egan Sheppard - JUN 15, 2019
Michael Egan Sheppard died Saturday June 15, 2019 at Hospice Savannah surrounded by his loving family. Egan was born in Savannah, August 19, 1943. He graduated from Sacred Heart School, Benedictine Military School (Class of 1961), and Atlanta Technical College. He was retired as a self-employed Dental Laboratory Technician. He was a member of the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. Egan is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mary Grumo Sheppard; his sons, John, Michael (Joey Jandasek), and Danny; grandsons, Jackson and Finn; and brother, Edward; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. A pri ...
Dorothy Pauline "Polly" Pilgrim AUG 31, 1925 - JUN 14, 2019
Savannah, GA Mrs. Dorothy Pauline “Polly” Tarleton Pilgrim, age 93, died Friday, June 14, 2019 at Sunabella of Savannah, under the care of Compassionate Care Hospice. The Rock Hill, South Carolina native lived in various locations throughout the country, with her husband serving in the U.S. Navy, before moving to Savannah a number of years ago. She was a very active member of White Bluff United Methodist Church. She enjoyed sewing, and in the past helped her husband build seven airplanes in the garage of their home. Her husband, Samuel Walter Pilgrim, Jr. preceded her in death. Surviving a ...
Janice Lee Brewer - JUN 12, 2019
Janice Lee Brewer, 64, passed away Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at Tybee Island after a long illness. She was born June 1, 1955 in Savannah, GA to the late Russell Lee and Marjorie Williamson Lee. Janice graduated from Beach High School and attended Life Spring Church in Bloomindale, GA. For over 30 years she owned and operated Westside Glass where she made many lifelong connections. She loved spending time with her family, especially her trips to the beach with her grandchildren. She is survived by her son, Jason Ricks (Elizabeth), her daughters, Leslie Clark (Kenneth), and Lauren Ricks, her brot ...
Osgood Pierce Willis - JUN 11, 2019
Osgood Pierce Willis, 98, peacefully passed away at The Oaks at The Marshes on the morning of Tuesday, June 11TH. Born on October 11TH, 1920 in Rome, Georgia to James Tillman Willis and Anne Willingham Willis, Osgood was educated at Darlington, The Citadel, and the University of Georgia where he was a member of Chi Phi. During World War II he was commissioned at Yale and discharged with the rank of Captain after serving with the 20th Army Air Force in the Pacific. During his forty year career with Delta Air Lines, he held field management positions in Montgomery, Alabama and Shreveport, Louis ...
