Obituaries
Fernando Santos JAN 05, 1952 - APR 19, 2016
SAVANNAH - Fernando Santos, age 64, died April 19th at St. Joseph/Candler Hospital surrounded by his wife and children. He was born January 5th, 1952 in Montalegre, Portugal before coming to the U.S. in 1964. He was a registered architect for the state of New York; a member of the AIA. His career took him from the Empire State building, to Luanda, Angola, to Seoul, South Korea, to finally Asheville, NC. Surviving are his wife, Deborah Santos of Savannah, GA; his daughter and son-in-law, Kimberly and Francesco Ventisette, of Springfield, NJ; his son and daughter-in-law, Erik and Abby Sant ...
Lillie Estelle Grotheer DeLoach MAY 13, 1923 - APR 18, 2016
Savannah- Lillie Estelle Grotheer DeLoach, 92, passed away Monday, April 18, 2016 at her home. She was born in Savannah May 13, 1923 to John Henry and Lillian E. Grotheer. After high school Estelle worked at Central of Georgia Railroad and retired from the Chatham County Tax Commissioners Office in 1985. Estelle married William Franklin DeLoach in1947. They were together until his death in 1978. She was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her brother, John Henry Grotheer. Surviving are her son, William DeLoach, Jr.; daugh ...
Miles S. "Mick" Jenney MAR 17, 1933 - APR 18, 2016
Savannah, GA – Miles (Mick) Sawyer Jenney, age 83, died April 18, 2016. Mick was born March 17, 1933 in Rutland, Vermont. He was a sports writer for his high school newspaper, and later attended Governor Dummer Academy in Byfield, MA. He graduated from Syracuse University in 1955 where he majored in History and was president of his fraternity, Delta Upsilon. He served in the US Army for 18 months after graduation. Mick married Joan Walker in 1957, and the two lived in New York City and Bergen County, New Jersey, while raising two children. Mick had an exciting career working in the advertisi ...
James Charles Smith MAR 01, 1940 - APR 16, 2016
James Charles Smith, 76, of Savannah, died April 16, 2016, at Memorial University Medical Center, in Savannah, Georgia. He was born March 1, 1940, in Statesboro, Georgia, to Charles Lloyd and Mamie Nevil Smith, both of whom preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife of 49 years, Melinda Harn Smith, and son, James Kevin Smith (Katie), of Milton, Georgia. In addition to his parents, his sister, Joanne Smith Merritt, preceded him in death. Mr. Smith lived in Savannah for most of his life. After graduating from Savannah High School, he attended Armstrong University and Georgia Southern Uni ...
Peggy Colbertt Canady JUL 18, 1943 - APR 16, 2016
Peggy Colbertt Canady, 72, died Saturday, April 16, 2016 in Metter, GA. She was a born July 18, 1943 in Lyons, GA to the late Eugene and Vercille Kight Colbertt. She was of the Methodist faith. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Jake Edwin Canady, her brother, Dean Reynolds, her sister, Kathy Whitingham, and her step-father, Edward Edenfield. She is survived by three sons, Tray Canady, of Metter, GA, Troy Canady, of Metter, GA, and Todd Canady, and his wife Alethia, of Richmond Hill, GA. Also surviving are six grandchildren, two sisters, Sue Strickland, and her ...
Ralph M. Boyd AUG 03, 1939 - APR 15, 2016
Ralph M. Boyd, 76, passed away on Friday, April 15, 2016, in Savannah. He was a native of Colquitt County, GA, and has lived in Savannah for most of his life. He served in the United States Marine Corps Reserves. Mr. Boyd retired in 1999 from Union Camp Corp. as a Project Engineer. One of his projects was the restoration of Kensington Plantation in South Carolina. He was a member of Wilmington Island United Methodist Church where he taught Sunday school. Surviving are his wife of 59 years, Gaynell Boyd; his brother, Cary Boyd of Fleming Island, FL; and several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Se ...
Juliano Giorgios "Jules" Mastroianni APR 17, 1995 - APR 14, 2016
It is with our deepest pain, anguish, and sorrow and heavy, broken hearts that we say goodbye to our sweet, special boy, Juliano Mastroianni. Jules will forever be remembered for his charming and charismatic personality, his sense of humor and wit, his beautiful dreams and aspirations, his big loving heart, beautiful face and spirit, and huge illuminating smile. He has touched us all in so many ways and we will always keep him close in our hearts and in our prayers. His entire family, his mother Sophia McGuire, step-father Barry Weiner, siblings Ariella, Aristotle, Caprece, Bianca, step-siblin ...
Harold Wayne Dale AUG 13, 1941 - APR 14, 2016
HOUSTON, TX - Harold Wayne Dale passed away Thursday, April 14 2016, after a short illness. He was born in Tulsa, OK and served in the US Army. He was the DuPont Sales Mgr. for NDT products in the southern TX and LA regions for 20 years. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Evelyn (1965 graduate of St. Vincent’s Academy); Evelyn’s sister, Becky Zittrauer Valentine (1970 graduate of St. Vincent’s Academy); sister, brother, several aunts, uncles, a niece, and nephew. The family will receive friends Friday April 22, 2016 from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, 7200 ...
Lillian D. Becton SEP 12, 1927 - APR 14, 2016
SAVANNAH – Mrs. Lillian M. “Dolly” Becton, age 89, died April 15, 2016 after a lengthy illness. She was born in Youngstown, Ohio to Edward DeMine, Sr. and Agnes M. Hajas DeMine. She moved to Savannah at the age of 18 and lived also in Brunswick and Stone Mountain, GA. Dolly was a talented and award winning artist and craftsperson. She was also a fabulous cook, a seamstress, an avid gardener and teacher, eager and willing to share her talents. She was an accomplished hostess of parties that featured her famous Brunswick Stew. She was preceded in death by her one love, husband Charles J. Becton, ...
Kathleen LaCroix Taylor APR 07, 1949 - APR 14, 2016
Kathleen LaCroix Taylor died April 14, 2016, at her home under the care of Hospice Savannah and her family after a very long and courageous battle with cancer. Born April 7, 1949, in Waterville, Maine, she was the daughter of the late Roland E. and Lucille G. LaCroix. She attended and graduated from Sacred Heart School, Waterville High School, and Thomas College, all located in Waterville, ME. Wanting to expand her horizons, Kathy began a life that led her to Portland, ME, and eventually Honolulu, HI, where she lived for three years and worked at The Shriners Hospital for Children. Upon return ...
Joanne Ready McEntyre DEC 13, 1936 - APR 13, 2016
Savannah - Joanne Ready McEntrye, 79, wife of Alan McEntrye of Savannah, GA and Kingsport, TN; mother of Lori Langston of Savannah, GA; and Jill O’Gara of Sugar Hill, GA passed away Wednesday, April 13, 2016 at Candler Hospital. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Ridout’s Trussville Chapel in Birmingham, Alabama. ...
Kilma Barfield McCutchen NOV 16, 1946 - APR 13, 2016
Savannah- Kilma Barfield McCutchen, 69, died Wednesday, April 13, 2016 at Memorial University Medical Center after a long illness, surrounded by her children. She was born in Atlanta, GA on November 16, 1946 to Dr. William E. Barfield and Ellen Ryan. She attended St. Vincent’s Academy and worked at Memorial Medical Center as a Respiratory Therapist and later as a Pediatric Nurse at Pediatric Associates until her retirement. She was preceded in death by her son, Danny McCutchen, sister, Therese Brown, and brother, Billy Barfield. Surviving are her daughter, Megan McCarthy (John); sons, David A. ...
James Weir Colmey NOV 27, 1922 - APR 13, 2016
James W. Colmey grew up in Webster Groves, Missouri during the depression (1929 - 1940). He served three years in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was stationed in California, New Jersey, Florida and Texas before shipping out to the Philippine Islands. After the Japanese surrender in 1945, he remained in Manila and received a Commendation for Outstanding Services for his participation in the establishment of the Philippine Institution for the Armed Forces. After the war Colmey earned a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from the University of Texas in Austin and a Doctor's Deg ...
Naomi Leckvarcik Marky - APR 12, 2016
SAVANNAH - Naomi Leckvarcik Marky, 77, our beloved sister, mother and grandmother, died Tuesday doing what she loved, playing golf with her friends. She was born in May 1938 in Cleveland, OH and lived outside Philadelphia, PA while raising her family and teaching full-time. Naomi was passionate about golf, and more importantly, the many dear friends the game brought into her life. She played multiple rounds per week, many of them with the same ball until she literally wore the cover down. She hit it straight down the middle every time. She was an accomplished chef and baker, whose unique an ...
Frank B. Arden DEC 11, 1953 - APR 12, 2016
SAVANNAH - Frank Benjamin Arden, III, 62, died peacefully on April 12 in Savannah, Georgia. He attended Charles Ellis School and was graduated from Benedictine Military School in 1972. He received a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from Armstrong State College in 1984. His professional career was in banking and finance, employed by First Atlanta Corporation, Wachovia Bank, First Union, Merrill Lynch, and The Coastal Bank, retiring as Vice President. Frank had a passion for the political process and community service. He played a major role in the campaigns of many local and state level ...
Ernst Karl Just MAY 19, 1941 - APR 12, 2016
Ernst Karl Just, 74, died Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at Memorial University Medical Center. He was born May 19, 1941 in Queens, New York. He graduated from Marquette University with a Bachelors and Masters degree, and from The Ohio State University with a PhD. in Chemistry. Ernie served in the U.S. Navy and was a communicant of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church. He retired from Hercules in Wilmington, DE after 19 years of service, and from Kemira Chemicals in Savannah after 8 years of service. Surviving are his wife, Judith Grogan Just, two sons and daughters-in-law, Ernst Grogan and Ana Just ...
Alice Lynn Clements APR 20, 1945 - APR 11, 2016
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Lynn Clements passed away Monday April 11th. She is survived by her loving husband of 50 years Dr. John H. Clements. She is also survived by her three sons and their respective wives, David and Kara, Charley and Christen, and Hunt, and her four grandchildren Caroline (15), Kelsey (11), Cameron (13) and Chase (11). Lynn was a wonderful wife and mother. She loved her family and her dogs. She was a lover of sports, especially when it came to her alma-mater the University of Kentucky and was a UK Fellow as well as a Henry Stites Barker Fellow. Her life was filled with interests: UK Women and Phil ...
Nancy Stevens NOV 06, 1934 - APR 09, 2016
SAVANNAH – Nancy Stevens, 81, died Saturday, April 9, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Walter Stevens, in 2011. Survivors are a daughter and son-in-law, Marcia and Russell Evans, son, Sonny Stevens, and grandsons, Nicholas Evans and Michael Evans, all of Savannah. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 23, 2016, at Montgomery Presbyterian Church. A reception will follow in the church social hall. Remembrances may be sent “In Memory of Nancy Stevens” to Montgomery Presbyterian Church. Please sign our on-line guest book at www.foxandweeks.com ...
Constance D. Davis SEP 22, 1916 - APR 08, 2016
SAVANNAH - Constance D. Davis, 99, of Savannah, Georgia, died Friday evening, April 8, 2016, under the care of Hospice of Savannah. She was born September 22, 1916, in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. She was educated at Notre Dame Boarding School in Watertown, Loretta Academy in Hamilton, and Strathallen Finishing School in Hamilton, Ontario. She moved from Madeira Beach, FL to Savannah in 2007 and was a member of St. Thomas Episcopal Church. In Florida she was a member of the Gulf Beach Women’s Club, All Children’s Hospital Guild (Gulf Beach Branch), St Elizabeth’s Guild at St. Ann of Grace Episco ...
Margaret Mulherin (Peggy) Muller JAN 10, 1932 - APR 06, 2016
Margaret Mulherin (Peggy) Muller died peacefully at her home on Tybee Island surrounded by her family on April 6, 2016. She was born in Augusta, GA on January 10, 1932 and moved to Savannah at age one. She graduated from St. Vincent’s Academy and the College of Mount St. Vincent’s in New York. She was actively involved in her faith by volunteering at Blessed Sacrament school and parish, Benedictine Military School and St. Michael’s parish. She was a devoted mother and wife. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Walter J. Muller Jr, her four children, Walter J. Muller III (LeeAnn) of Sand ...
Oscar "OC" Ondriezek Jr. NOV 07, 1925 - APR 05, 2016
Savannah- Oscar Clarence (O.C.) Ondriezek died Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at St. Joseph’s Hospital after a short illness. He was born November 7, 1925 in Moween, PA then lived most of his life in Savannah. During WWII and the Korean Conflict, O.C. served in the U.S. Navy. Upon his honorable, service connected disabled discharge, he worked with Union Camp. O.C. was a member of Zerubbabel Lodge #15, F&AM Masonic Lodge, Savannah Scottish Rite, the Shriners, D.A.V., American Legion, post 184 and the VFW. He was preceded in death by his wife, Maveta Ondriezek and son, Robert Ondriezek. Surviving ar ...
Katy Exley Diamond SEP 21, 1927 - APR 04, 2016
Columbus, GA. Katy Isabelle Exley Diamond, 87, a resident of Columbus and Tybee Island, GA died Monday, April 4, 2016 at St Francis Hospital in Columbus. Visitation will be with Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel, 4605 US Highway 80E, Savannah, GA 31410, on Friday, April 8, 2016 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Burial will be private. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date in Columbus. Katy Diamond was born on September 21, 1927 in Egypt, GA where she spent her childhood. She moved to Savannah and later married Isadore (Jack) Diamond in March 1952. They moved to Tybee Island wher ...
Angel Luis Torres FEB 10, 1956 - APR 04, 2016
SAVANNAH – Angel Luis Torres, 60, passed away Monday, April 4, 2016, at St. Joseph’s Hospital. A native of St. Croix, US Virgin Islands, Mr. Torres had lived in Savannah for the past 19 years. He was employed by Lanport, Inc. for the past 18 years. Surviving are his loving wife of 34 years, Dilsia Torres; his father, Nicolas Torres-Herrera of St. Croix, US Virgin Islands; his three children, Dilsia Ivette Torres, Angel Manuel Torres, and Jose Luis Torres, all of Savannah; grandchildren, Tyana Ivette Torres, Dylan Jose Rodriguez, Dianna Elise Rodriquez, and Jayden Manuel Torres, all of Savannah ...
Glynn Alan Hendricks DEC 12, 1942 - APR 04, 2016
Savannah- Glynn Alan Hendricks, 73, passed away Monday, April 04, 2016 at his home under the care of Hospice. Glynn was born in Savannah and a 1960 graduate of H.V. Jenkins High School. He worked with Center Brothers for 29 years and in 1992 he started his own business, Hendricks Interiors. He served in the National Guard, was a member of Masonic Lodge, Ancient Landmark #231, Alee Temple Shrine, Oriental Band, and the Savannah Scottish Rite. Glynn was an avid outdoors man and enjoyed hunting, fishing and going to “The Shack” at Hendricks Farm. His parents, Rufus and Beulah Hendricks preceded h ...
Gerald Gene Goldman JUL 06, 1934 - APR 03, 2016
Gerald Gene Goldman, 81, passed away April 3, 2016 at home under the care of family and Hospice. Born in 1934 in Decatur, Illinois, he was the son of Jack and Ella Goldman. He was a premiere basketball player, and as an 8th grader was moved up to the high school varsity team. He attended U. of Illinois, studying architecture and was a member of Alpha Rho Chi. He graduated 1959 in business administration from Millikin University. He moved to Illinois and Iowa, where he was sales engineer and rep with Metal Parts and Equipment for 40 years. Jerry was a member of the American Foundry Associatio ...
Conner Scott Shortridge DEC 01, 1996 - APR 03, 2016
Our beloved Conner Scott Shortridge went to be with the Lord on April 3, 2016, in Los Angeles, California. Born in Orlando, Florida on December 1, 1996, he is survived by his parents, Mr. Scott Shortridge and Mrs. Reina Wentz both of Savannah, Georgia; sister, Ms. Alejandra Shortridge of Savannah, Georgia; grandmother, Ms. Maria Encarnacion Seren Galo of Honduras; Stepfather, Mr. Robert Wentz of Savannah, Georgia; Aunts Beth Phillips and Sue Jansen, Uncle Tim Shortridge and cousins. Conner was dearly loved by all those who knew him. A recent graduate of Richmond Hill High School, Conner exce ...