Obituaries
Lois Waters Fritts - JUN 15, 2016
Lois Waters Fritts, born July 12, 1931, passed away on June 15, at Savannah Square Health Center after struggling to recover from a stroke. Her husband Ed and her two daughters, Laurie and Cathy, had just said their goodbyes before hand. Born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, an only child, Lois' family moved to Alabama at age two where she grew up, attended high school and college at Troy State. After college, she served a short stint with the FBI in Washington, D. C., then returned to Alabama and got a job at Fort Rucker. It was there she met the love of her life, Ed, with whom she shared the next 53 wond ...
Walteen Exum Coker AUG 25, 1929 - JUN 14, 2016
Walteen Exum Coker died on June 14, 2016. She was 86 years old. Walteen was born and raised in Savannah, GA. After graduating from Commercial High School, she moved to Port Wentworth, GA and in 1948 married Walter Leroy Coker, Jr. While there, she was employed by Cyclone Fence Company and Union Camp and was a member of Port Wentworth United Methodist Church. Following the birth of their son, the family moved to New York, NY in 1959 and then to Augusta, GA in 1960. In Augusta, she was employed by the Augusta National Golf Club, was a member of the United Methodist Church and a charter member of ...
Fay Brinson Connolly NOV 12, 1934 - JUN 13, 2016
Fay Brinson Connolly, 81, died Monday, June 13, 2016 at Hospice Savannah, Inc. Fay was born in Savannah on November 12, 1934, daughter of Victor Brinson and Margaret Fleming Brinson. Fay attended Commercial High School. She retired from Blessed Sacrament School in 1996 after serving as Cafeteria Manager for 31 years. Fay was a communicant of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church for over 50 years. She also served on the school board at Blessed Sacrament Catholic School and as president of the Home & School Association and also worked with the Cub Scouts at the church for many years as Den Moth ...
James A. D. Cox MAY 10, 1924 - JUN 09, 2016
SAVANNAH - James Aubrey Douglas Cox was born the 10th of May, 1924 in Herne Bay, Kent, England. He was affectionately called Jimmie and also Jim, especially after he moved to America in 1967 to teach Architecture at the University of Virginia School of Architecture in Charlottesville. A beloved faculty member of the department of Architectural History for more than two decades, Jim served as a professor, mentor, and friend to countless students. Jim was a lover of books, music, opera, theater, and the visual and domestic arts. Among his many accomplishments, he was made fellow of the Royal Ins ...
Ivey Ray Mauney NOV 24, 1921 - JUN 09, 2016
Ivey Ray Mauney, 94, passed away peacefully at Savannah Square in Savannah, Georgia on Jun 9, 2016. Born in Blacksburg, South Carolina on November 24, 1921, Ray Mauney will be remembered for the love of his family, dedication and commitment to the Railway industry, and especially as a prolific storyteller of his days in the U.S. Army during World War II or recounting the events of his years with Norfolk Southern Railway. Anyone visiting or meeting Ray Mauney was captured by the graphic detail and his inflective voice as he carried the listener through one story which, more often than not, led ...
Richard Randolph Lazard FEB 23, 1936 - JUN 08, 2016
SAVANNAH – Richard Randolph “Randy” Lazard, 80, passed away on Wednesday, June 8, 2016. Born February 23, 1936 in Brooklyn, NY to Bernard and Mary Lazard, the family moved to Savannah when he was seven years old and he was raised on Isle of Hope. Randy graduated from Savannah High School and from Duke University, in 1957, where he was a member of Phi Delta Theta fraternity. He graduated with a degree in accounting and began working with his father as a CPA. He was a practicing CPA in Savannah for over 50 years. He also developed an accounting software package for an independent telephone compa ...
Ingeborg Antonie Lawson JUN 11, 1956 - JUN 07, 2016
Ellabell- Ingeborg Antonie Lawson, 59, passed away Tuesday, June 7, 2016 at her home. The native of New Ulm, Germany was a resident of Ellabell, Georgia. She was a U.S. Army veteran and retired from the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers after 30 years of service. She is survived by three children, sons, Stephen Peirson of Bellview, FL, Russell C. Morgan, Jr. of Freeport, MI, a daughter, Antonie Maria Richey of Bloomingdale; seven grandsons; Eddie Michael, C.J., Keagan, Dominic, Drayven and Deacon. The family will have a private ceremony to celebrate her life. ...
George Roy Butzier JUN 06, 1940 - JUN 07, 2016
Savannah – George Roy Butzier, 76, passed away on Tuesday, June 7, 2016 under the care of Hospice Savannah, Inc. Born in Michigan and raised in Indiana, he was a graduate of Rhode Island College. He was a teacher of mathematics at the Savannah Country Day School from 1980 to 1994, serving for several of those years as head of the math department. He also taught at Armstrong State University from 1994 to 1998. He was preceded in death by his parents, George F. and Mary Jane (Roche) Butzier. He is survived by his brother, Robert Butzier of Coventry, Rhode Island and his sister, Barbara Rose of H ...
Mary Handiboe Powers MAR 18, 1925 - JUN 07, 2016
Mary Anne Handiboe Powers Mary Anne Handiboe Powers passed away on June 7, 2016. She was proceeded in death by her parents Aloysius James Handiboe, Gertrude Cecelia Farrell Handiboe, her stepmother Marguerite, her brothers John G. Handiboe, Aloysius James Handiboe, Jr. Her husband William Joseph Powers, Jr., Her son's William J. Powers, III, Michael G. Powers, John A. Powers, and her Granddaughter Margaret Clancy Powers. She was a graduate of Sacred Heart School and St. Vincent’s Academy. She leaves behind, her children Aloysius Powers, Daniel Powers, Vincent Powers, Brian Powers, and Anne ...
Marlin David Clifton DEC 28, 1938 - JUN 06, 2016
The full obituary will appear in the Sunday, June 19, 2016 edition of the Savannah Morning News. ...
William "Billy" Ellis APR 22, 1946 - JUN 06, 2016
Savannah- William Carl “Billy” Ellis passed away on Monday June 6th, 2016 at Riverview Rehabilitation Center. Billy, as he is known by his friends and family, enjoyed fishing, crabbing, watching sports and being with his family. As a life-long resident of the Savannah area, Billy never met a stranger and rarely went anywhere that he didn't know someone in the room. He was a loving father, husband and friend. Billy is survived by his son, Jason Ellis; daughter, Reagan Ellis; two grandchildren, Patrick and Casey Wynn; two sisters, Patsy Meadows and Betty White as well as 16 nieces and nephews. ...
Charles Clifford Story DEC 07, 1935 - JUN 06, 2016
Charles Clifford Story, born December 7, 1935 died June 6, 2016. He was 80. An Atlanta native, Charles was the son of the late Jack and Martha Story. He graduated from Armstrong State College and the Stonier Banking School at Rutgers University. He was a veteran of the United States Army and spent time in France. He worked in the banking industry his entire career and was president of the Coastal Bank. He enjoyed golf and worked at the Masters for over twenty years. He was very active with local charities including Hope House and the Social Apostolate. He was a faithful member of the Cathedral ...
Lowell Clifton Tillman OCT 06, 1931 - JUN 06, 2016
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Lowell Clifton Tillman Lowell Clifton Tillman, 84, of Savannah, died peacefully, Monday, June 6, 2016 after a short illness. He was born in Appling County, GA on October 6, 1931, to the late Herschel and Ruth Tillman of Surrency, GA. He graduated from Surrency High School and was a graduate of Emory University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Science. He was chemist for Kaiser Agricultural Products for 28 years. He also had a successful career as a chemist for U.S. Customs for 16 years and retired at age 70. He was also a lifelong tree farmer and worked in the logging business for many years. Like ...
Carol June Lutz FEB 18, 1950 - JUN 04, 2016
Carol June Lutz Carol June Lutz, 66, died Saturday, June 4, 2016 at Candler Hospital with her family by her side. Carol was born February 18, 1950 in Portland, Oregon. She attended Savannah Christian Church and was the Manager of Thompson’s Sporting Goods for over 30 years. Surviving are her sons, Christopher Anderson and James Anderson, one brother, Bobby Guinn, two sisters, Beverly Guinn and Timora Deleon, and three grandchildren, James Anderson, Dallas Anderson, and Mariah Anderson. A Memorial Service to celebrate her life will be 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 7, 2016 at Fox & Weeks Funeral ...
Roy Edwin "Eddie" Snowden, Jr. JUL 08, 1960 - JUN 03, 2016
TYBEE ISLAND – Roy Edwin “Eddie” Snowden, Jr., 55, passed away on Friday, June 3, 2016, on Tybee Island. A native and lifelong resident of Savannah and Tybee Island, Eddie graduated from Sol C. Johnson High School and attended Armstrong College. Eddie was an avid Georgia Football fan and attended all home games with his son, Ryan. He was also a cycling enthusiast and has cycled all across Europe. He was a driver for UPS for thirty-six years, retiring in July of 2015. He also was a delivery driver for John Wolf Florist, bringing smiles to ladies all over Savannah each Mother’s Day and Valentine ...
Anne Jacobs LaCour OCT 31, 1926 - JUN 03, 2016
Anne Jacobs LaCour Born in Buffalo N.Y. October 31, 1926, Georgia Anne Jacobs LaCour, along with her parents and siblings soon headed south, landing on Tybee Island; where she called home for more than 78 years. The oldest of six, Annie was a born leader, the matriarch of not only her own family, but most of her friends’ too! Annie dedicated her entire life to being a devoted mother, a caretaker, and a tireless provider to many. A practicing nurse for more than 50 years, this woman was the best damn nurse one could ever know! Annie also taught a variety of nursing classes throughout Georgia. A ...
Robert M. McKenna NOV 01, 1949 - JUN 02, 2016
Thunderbolt - Robert M. McKenna, 66, died June 2, 2016 at home under the care of Hospice Savannah, Inc. He was born November 1, 1949 and lived in Savannah most of his life before moving to Tifton. Robert graduated from Benedictine Military School Class of 1967 and was a member of the Catholic faith. He was preceded in death by his father, John H. McKenna, Sr., mother, Frances Kilroy McKenna and brother, Larry McKenna. He is survived by his children, Robbie (Summer), Allison (Bryan), former wife, Margaret, seven grandchildren, his brothers, John (Patty), Frank (Fran), and Michael (Denise) and s ...
Mary Louise McBride JUL 31, 1923 - JUN 01, 2016
Mary Louise McBride Mary Louise Barrowman McBride, 92, died Wednesday, June 1, 2016 at her residence. She was born July 31, 1923 to the late Samuel and Mary Elizabeth Barrowman. She was a member of Eastern Heights Presbyterian Church and was retired from SunTrust Bank after 35 years of service. Surviving are her husband, A.J. McBride, of Savannah, brother, Patrick Epperson, nephews, Patrick E. Epperson, Jr (Sacha), and Christopher L. Epperson (Sarah), all of Hilton Head Island, SC, niece, Kimberly Ann Breland (David), of Savannah, great-nephew, Patrick E. Epperson, III, great-nieces, Alexis G. ...
Jean Owen Brown APR 04, 1929 - JUN 01, 2016
Jean Owen Brown Jean Owen Brown 87, died June 1, 2016 in Savannah, GA. She was pre-deceased by 2 older brothers, Owen, Jr. and Charles, and son-in-law, William "Danny" Burroughs. Survivors include daughter, Julia Brown Dey (Joseph Dey), son, Herbert Owen Brown (Carmen Brown), grandchildren, William Burroughs (Lauren), Daniel Burroughs (Erin), Elena Brown, great grandchildren, Garrison, Haven, Adalynn, William, and Brynlee Burroughs. Despite the fact that she lost her mother at the tender age of 14, she thrived in high school serving as a cheerleader and on the yearbook committee. That yearboo ...
Charlotte Eugena Hamm SEP 26, 1926 - JUN 01, 2016
SAVANNAH – Charlotte Eugena Hamm, 89, died Wednesday, June 1st surrounded by loved ones. She was born on September 26th, 1926 in Savannah, GA and lived in Savannah her entire life. Always the Southern lady, Charlotte loved her family, her friends, and of course, the Atlanta Braves. One could always find her side by side with her best friend Edith Louder. A proud career woman, Charlotte spent her lifetime of work at Allied Department Stores, Karp Motors and most of all Boaen Mechanical, where she not only found an incredible company but also a loving family in Linda and Everette Boaen. Charlott ...
Shakuntala A. Ahuja JUN 14, 1940 - MAY 31, 2016
Visitation will be 10-11 a.m., Saturday, June 4, 2016 at Fox & Weeks, Hodgson Chapel. Funeral Service will be 11 a.m. in the Hodgson Chapel of Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Saturday, June 4, 2016. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Remembrances may be made to: MANAV SADHNA 1916 Pastoral Lane Hanover Park, IL 60133 or donate online at: http://manavsadhna.org/support.aspx Please note that your donation is in Memory of Shaku Ahuja. Manav Sadhna is an NGO based in Ahmedabad, Gujarat (India), on the peaceful grounds of ...
Christian S. Anderson JUN 27, 1970 - MAY 29, 2016
Christian S. Anderson, 45, passed away at home on May 29, 2016. He was born on June 27, 1970 in Wiesbaden, W. Germany. He graduated from Johnson High School. He began his career as a tattoo artist in the early 90’s. He was the former owner of “Time Bomb Tattoo”, and manager of California Tattoo Company. He was currently employed at Black Orchid Company. Surviving are his son, Mica Christian Anderson and daughter, Jules Leigh Anderson, father, Peter C. Anderson (Debbie); mother, Sandra Morris (Bill); brother, Eric Anderson (Heather) and his partner, Margaret Beam and best dog friends, Oscar, Ki ...
Annette Alderman Armstrong MAY 23, 1928 - MAY 28, 2016
Savannah- Annette Alderman Armstrong died at her home on May 28, 2016. She was born in Thomasville, Georgia on May 23, 1923. She spent her early childhood in Thomasville, raised by her mother and then her maternal grandparents, and her later childhood in Howey in the Hills, Florida being raised by her maternal aunt and uncle, Mary Belle and C.V. Griffin. She and her husband, James Francis Armstrong III, lived in Savannah since 2004. They raised their family in Atlanta after marrying in 1949. Annette and Jim had three children; Jan Armstrong Conners, James Francis Armstrong IV, and Darby J ...
Robert W. Lewis - MAY 27, 2016
SAVANNAH - Robert W. Lewis passed away Friday, May 27, 2016, at his home with his family by his side. He is survived by his wife, Pat, his sons, Robbie (Teri), Dale (Becky), Larry (Sandy), Randy (Cathy), Greg (Suzanne), Jimmy (Beth), grandchildren and great grandchildren. The family will receive friends on Saturday, June 4, 2016, from 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel. A private burial will be held at a later date. Please sign our on-line guest book at www.foxandweeks.com ...
Florrie Malphrus Kirkley - MAY 26, 2016
Florrie Malphrus Kirkley, 88, died Thursday, May 26, 2016 at St. Joseph’s Hospital. She was born in Ridgeland, SC to the late John B. and Lillie Woods Malphrus. She was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church of Savannah where she served as the church secretary, a Deacon, Sunday School teacher, and choir member. Florrie graduated from Armstrong State College and Bessie Tift College where she received a Bachelor’s degree. She served in the Federal Civil Service and retired as a teacher for the Chatham County School system. After her retirement, she served as a volunteer for Candler Hospital ...
Werner Hans Huiras SEP 21, 1936 - MAY 25, 2016
Werner was born September 21, 1936 in Munich "Bayern", Germany in a country preparing for war. He was the only child of Hans Werner Huiras and Terese Bieglemeier Huiras, now deceased. Werner passed away May 25, 2016 at the age of 79 after an extended illness, under the compassionate care of Hospice Savannah. Werner's early years were spent in Munich. As a youngster, if shelling and bombing were occurring, his mother would hide him in a laundry basket in the basement of their apartment building. When his father was drafted in the army, he and his mother moved to his uncle's farm in rural Bavari ...
Jean Walker DEC 19, 1942 - MAY 23, 2016
Born on December 19, 1942 in Moncks Corner, South Carolina to Heyward and Florrie Bishop, Jean Walker lived a full and adventurous life. Jean was able to travel the World. She saw Paris and Munich, Florence and Pisa. She saw A. J. Foyt win the Indianapolis 500 and Seattle Slew win the Kentucky Derby. As an entrepreneur and business woman, Jean was able to help many people enjoy the benefits of home ownership in her over 30 years of Real Estate. As a teacher, she was a guide and mentor to many of Savannah’s Realtors. Jean was Mom to Jim Walker (Christine), Kim Williamson (Kirby), and Josh Walk ...