Obituaries
Francis Earl "Frank" Aliffi, Jr. - MAY 19, 2019
Francis Earl “Frank” Aliffi, Jr., age 70, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away after a courageous battle with lung cancer on May 19, 2019, with his wife by his side. Frank was born of July 22, 1948 in Savannah to Francis Earl “Frank” Aliffi, Sr. and LaVeta Felton Aliffi. He was a 1966 graduate of St. Joseph High School in Atlanta, Georgia and a graduate of Georgia State University in Atlanta, where he was a member of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity. Frank served in the United States Coast Guard Reserves from 1968 to 1974. Frank is survived by his wife, Jane Jones Aliffi, of Savannah; his daughter, Anna ...
Richard H. Horton SEP 17, 1942 - MAY 19, 2019
Richard Howard Horton, 76, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2019 in Savannah, Georgia. He was born September 17, 1942 to Claude and Elizabeth Horton and was raised with his four siblings in Savannah, graduating from Savannah High School in 1959. He graduated from Georgia Tech with a degree in Industrial Engineering and later completed a master’s degree in business. He married his wife Emily, also of Savannah, in 1964 and their only child Becky was born in 1967. After college, he began a career with Union Carbide in Cartersville, Georgia. His job took him to New York City, where he and his family ...
Charles Edward Cole JUL 11, 1955 - MAY 18, 2019
Charles Edward Cole died unexpectedly on Saturday, May 18, while visiting Savannah, Georgia, his childhood hometown. A residence of Longmont since 2002, Charles had planned to return to Savannah to live part-time and had just purchased a home three days before his death. Charles was born in Savannah July 11, 1955 to Ernestine and Thomas Graham Cole. A graduate of Southern Technical Institute, he also held a master’s degree in computer science from Mercer University. His dedication to his career took him away from Savannah and through the years he held several senior database IT positions with ...
Loren Baron Laney - MAY 17, 2019
Loren Baron Laney of Savannah, Georgia, died on May 17, 2019. Loren was born on February 26, 1964 in Asheville, NC to Landy Baron Laney and LaVerne Hooper Laney. His life was anything but boring. A natural performer, Loren began entertaining the world at a young age, from sharing the stage with his sister and dance parter Leisa Dianne Laney Fink, to his many performances while a student at the North Carolina School of the Arts and later the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts. He would dedicate his life and career to bringing beauty into this world through his performances, his designs, his style, ...
William Arthur Miller, M.D. - MAY 16, 2019
William Arthur Miller, M.D. departed this life peacefully on Thursday, May 16, 2019 at his home in Bluffton, South Carolina, with his wife by his side. Dr. Miller was born in Akron, Ohio on February 11, 1936. He was the son of Harold Fred and Emily Kennedy Miller. He grew up on the family farm in rural Ohio where he learned the value of hard work. Dr. Miller was a graduate of Western Reserve Academy in Hudson, Ohio and the University of Rochester in Rochester, New York, where he was a Baker Scholar. He was a member of Psi Upsilon Fraternity. He served in the National Guard in Connecticut and G ...
William Ernest "Billy" Phillips, Jr. APR 01, 1938 - MAY 16, 2019
William E. (“Billy”) Phillips, Jr., 81, of Savannah, GA, died peacefully Thursday, May 16, 2019. Billy was born April 1, 1938, in Savannah. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Edna Phillips, his beloved son, Chuck Phillips, his beloved grandson, Brian Parker, and his sisters, Betty Davis and Mildred Douglas. Billy married his high school sweetheart and the love of his life, Marya Snell, in 1958. They were married for over 60 years and had a long and wonderful life together. His pride and joy were his four children (Chuck, Chris, Cathy, and Craig), whom he loved dearly. He is su ...
Eunice Knox Williams - MAY 14, 2019
Eunice Knox Williams, 101, died Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at Spanish Oaks Retreat. The native of Liberty, South Carolina was the daughter of Hubbard Allen Knox, a Presbyterian minister and moderator of the Presbyterian Church of South Carolina. Mrs. Williams was the valedictorian of her high school in South Carolina and later graduated with a Bachelor’s degree from Agnes Scott College. She was an educator for many years in the Chatham County and Liberty County School Systems. Mrs. Williams was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church of Savannah and volunteered at St. Joseph’s Hospital. ...
Jason Daniel Hopewell JUL 08, 1978 - MAY 13, 2019
Jason Daniel Hopewell, devoted husband and father and die-hard Bengals fan died unexpectedly at home on Monday, May 13, 2019. The Raleigh, NC native was born July 8th, 1978 to Ron and Roberta Prekler Hopewell. Jason grew up in New Hill, NC and was a 1997 graduate of Apex High School. Jason met and fell in love with Catherine Ann Kessler at Carolina Beach. They were later married; he and Catherine prayed and tried for a child for more than four years. When his daughter Stacy was born, she became the center of his world. Jason was raising Stacy to follow in his footsteps as a die-hard Bengals f ...
Kevin Michael Webb JUL 12, 1988 - MAY 12, 2019
Kevin Michael Webb, 30, of Pittsburgh, PA unexpectedly passed away on May 12, 2019. He was born on July 12, 1988 in Downingtown, PA, the son of Jack Webb and Deborah Webb (Smith). He attended Georgia Southern University, where he graduated in December 2018 with a Bachelors Degree in Logistics & Supply Chain Management. As an active board member of the APICS Savannah Chapter, he was the assistant VP of student affairs. Upon graduation, Kevin was hired as the Sales Optimization Manager for Diamond Crystal Brands. Kevin is survived by his wife, Melissa Webb of Savannah, GA and their unbor ...
Sylvia Hamlett Brantley - MAY 12, 2019
On May 12, 2019, Sylvia went to be with her Heavenly Father. She was born August 11, 1936 in Greenville, SC to the late William Ansel and Carrie Mae Hamlett. She was a 1954 graduate of Parker High in Greenville, and attended Winthrop College that fall. She loved The Lord, family, friends, travel, life and golf. At one time, she played avidly, having belonged to numerous golf clubs including the Savannah Women’s Golf Association, Georgia State Senior’s and Southbridge Golf Club. She actually started the Ladies’ Golf Association at Southbridge in the early 90’s. She was also a member of the H ...
William Victor Evans, Sr. - MAY 11, 2019
William Victor Evans Sr, beloved son, brother, loving father, and loyal friend unexpectedly passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at the age of 65. Born and raised in Marietta, GA, he was the son of Walter Lee Evans, Sr and Elsie Cook Evans. Victor then relocated to Jacksonville, FL to start his successful vending business. Victor’s untimely death comes as a shock to the many people that loved him. Only a week before, he was reeling in the winning prize fish, a 38 lb bull dolphin. His energy and enthusiasm were uniquely infectious and he sure knew how to draw a crowd of friends together. To ...
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 ...