Obituaries
James Paul Kemp, Sr. APR 06, 1934 - JUN 22, 2015
SAVANNAH – James Paul Kemp, Sr., 81, died Monday, June 22, 2015, at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Born April 6, 1934 in Birmingham, AL, Jim entered the United States Marine Corps, serving during the Korean Conflict, before enrolling at Georgia Tech. At Georgia Tech Jim was fortunate to play football for the legendary Bobby Dodd and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering. After graduating from Tech Jim worked first for General Telephone and Electronics, then for Western Electric in Sandy Springs before join the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers. Jim worked all over the world with the ...
William Richard "Ricky" Meridth DEC 16, 1954 - JUN 21, 2015
William Richard “Ricky” Meridth, 60, passed away, Sunday, June 21, 2015 at Memorial University Medical Center. He was born in Savannah and a graduate of Jenkins High School. Ricky was a dedicated member of Bible Baptist Church that he joined on July 31, 2005. He loved to serve his God and his church. Ricky was a wonderful son, husband, brother and special uncle to his nieces and nephews that he adored. He was preceded in death by his father, William C. Meridth. Surviving are his wife, Kate S. Meridth of Savannah; mother, Bernice A. Meridth; sisters, Nancy Gale (Dan) Thomas, Patricia Ann (John) ...
Melissa Screen Stanislawski JUN 07, 1968 - JUN 21, 2015
SAVANNAH - Melissa Screen Stanislawski, 47, of Guyton, GA passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family & loved ones under the care of Hospice Savannah. Melissa was born in Longview, TX to Patricia Ann Foster. She was a Groves High School Graduate, class of 1987. She is most remembered for her adventurous traveling, watching the GA Bulldogs, her passion for golf, and the tranquility of the ocean. She had a way of lighting up any room, her contagious laugh, beautiful smile, and she never met a stranger. Melissa is preceded in death by her beloved husband Edwin H. Stanislawski, and her ...
Ann Newton Todd SEP 26, 1941 - JUN 20, 2015
Ann Newton Todd, 73, passed away Saturday, June 20, 2015 at Abercorn Rehabilitation Center. She was born in Savannah, daughter of Warren Joseph and Lila Baker Newton. Mrs. Todd was a member of Montgomery Presbyterian Church, a seamstress and a faithful and very enthusiastic NASCAR fan. Other than her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Virgil Autry and brothers, Joseph, Jr., Sidney, Robert, Raymond, Billy and Roy Newton. Surviving are three sisters, Lucille Zeigler of Garden City; Lillian Lever of Fairborn, OH; Doris Rucker of Guyton and many nieces and nephews. Visitation wi ...
Charles J. "Coach" Pruett, Jr. NOV 10, 1929 - JUN 18, 2015
Savannah, GA - Charles J. “Coach” Pruett, Jr., 85, passed away Thursday, June 18, 2015 at Summer Breeze on Wilmington Island. He was born in Chattanooga, TN son of Charles J. and Willie Belle Buttram Pruett. Coach Pruett graduated from Rossville High School in Rossville, GA, Carson Newman College and Vanderbilt Peabody College. As a longtime educator, he also coached football and was a physical education instructor. He coached in North Georgia for fifteen years and served as Head Coach for Glynn Academy for thirty years. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps and a member o ...
Norma D. Suttles Gourno MAY 06, 1927 - JUN 17, 2015
SAVANNAH- NORMA D. SUTTLES GOURNO, 88, died June 17, 2015, at Spanish Oaks Retreat under the care of Spanish Oaks Hospice. She was born May 6, 1927, in Jacksonville, FL. Having been an early resident of The Landings in the 1980’s, while residing part-time in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, she returned to The Landings 25 years ago with her daughter, Peggy, and granddaughter, Amy. She was an avid tennis player and golfer (even scoring a Hole in One on Marshwood)! She especially enjoyed reading, bridge, Bible Study, and ice cream. Helping her family was her greatest priority. She was a longtime member of ...
Howard Paul Blatner APR 18, 1957 - JUN 16, 2015
SAVANNAH - Howard Paul Blatner. 58, died June 16, 2015. Born in Savannah Paul was the son of the late Mr. & Mrs. Howard Lee and Mary deValinger Blatner. He attended Armstrong State College and had a double masters from George Washington University. He was charter member of the Coastal Empire History Hunters' Assoc. and the Savannah Archeological Club. He was co-founder and first curator of the Great Savannah Exposition, now the Savannah History Museum. He was also owner of Blatner's Antiques for many years. His father got him interested in searching for artifacts and bottles at an earl ...
James R. "Jimmy" Hudson OCT 29, 1955 - JUN 15, 2015
SAVANNAH – James R. “Jimmy” Hudson, 59, died Monday, June 15, 2015, at Candler Hospital. A native and lifelong resident of Savannah, Jimmy was an independent flooring installer, known in the industry as a Floor Man, and was regarded as the best in Savannah. He prided himself on his professionalism. An avid outdoorsman, Jimmy enjoyed fishing, hunting, seeing the leaves change colors in the mountains, and teaching his grandson to hunt. Jimmy had a great sense of humor and nothing made him happier than making people laugh. Surviving are his wife, Denise Hudson of Rincon; step-daughter, Jennifer H ...
Charles R. Smith, Jr. JUN 13, 1942 - JUN 14, 2015
Charles Ray Smith, Jr., 73, died Sunday, June 14, 2015 at Hospice House. He was a native of Savannah and a graduate of H.V. Jenkins High School. He was employed by Amusement Services of Savannah and was a member of Bull Street Baptist Church. He loved to hunt, fish, and spend time with his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Judith Parker Smith, two sons, Charles Ray Smith III, and Michael Brian Smith (Julie Ann), brothers, Buddy Newton, James Newton, and Jim Smith. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Jennifer Smith, Tyler Smith, Chas Smith, Christopher Smith, and ...
Daniel Randolph Sims, Sr. OCT 16, 1946 - JUN 11, 2015
SAVANNAH - Daniel Randolph Sims, Sr., 68 loyal son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and friend died June 11, 2015. Born in Savannah, GA, Danny was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Roy Randolph Sims. In 1964, Danny graduated from Savannah High. His senior year he received the Ashley Dearing Award for Savannah's most versatile athlete. He also received the Sears Award for Outstanding Amateur Athlete. He attended Armstrong State College on a basketball and baseball scholarship where he received All-American honors while excelling in both sports. He was also the recipient of the President's ...
Margaret Prine Evans - JUN 11, 2015
SAVANNAH – Ms. Margaret Prine Evans died on June 11, 2015. As a child, Margaret attended Massie Elementary School, 38th Street School, Richard Arnold Junior High School, and graduated from Savannah High School in 1941. She attended Armstrong Junior College in Savannah and studied as an accomplished artist under local artists, Peggy Cone, Christopher Murphy, Leonora Quarterman, and others. Margaret was employed in April 1941 with Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph Company and retired in management as Business Office Supervisor in 1981. She was a member of Wesley Monumental United Methodist ...
Alex David Cordasco FEB 17, 1992 - JUN 10, 2015
Alex David Cordasco, 23, passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2015. He was born in Mobile, Alabama and previously lived in Houston, Texas and Alpharetta, Georgia prior to moving to Savannah eleven years ago. He graduated from Providence Christian Academy. He is survived by his parents, Robert and Amy Cordasco of Savannah; daughter, Brooklyn Jones of Alpharetta, Georgia; siblings, Nicole, Sara and Christopher Cordasco all of Savannah; maternal grandparents, Stan and Patty Wenck of Douglasville, Georgia; paternal grandmother, Josephine Cordasco of Tucson, Arizona and several aunts, uncles and cousins ...
Evelyn Rowell Crews MAY 18, 1923 - JUN 09, 2015
Bloomingdale- Evelyn Rowell Crews, 92, passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2015. She was currently living with her grandson, Duane Ekern and his wife, Kristie Maynard. Kristie lovingly cared for Evelyn for two years. She was born May 18, 1923 in Ridgeland, SC, daughter of Robert G. Rowell and Ruby G. Dean Rowell. Evelyn was a member of Fellowship Bible Baptist Church. She loved gardening, dominoes, her family and the Lord. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Nealie Crews and daughter, Patricia Ekern, three brothers and one sister. Surviving is her daughter, Janelle ...
Lisbeth Anders (Posy) Merz JUN 19, 1942 - JUN 05, 2015
Lisbeth Anders (Posy) Merz passed away Friday, June 5, 2015 at Spanish Oaks Retreat. Born on June 19, 1942 in Norristown, Pennsylvania, she attended St. Mary’s School, followed by earning a Bachelors Degree at Chestnut Hill College, a Master’s Degree at Villanova University, and a Doctor of Psychology Degree at Hahneman University in Philadelphia. She was a licensed Psychologist in Pennsylvania and an associate Professor at West Chester University. She maintained a private practice in psychological counselling. Posy enjoyed tennis, golf, bridge, and travelling. A Memorial Service will be 11 ...
Lawrence Borden "Larry" Lee FEB 28, 1944 - JUN 04, 2015
Savannah, GA - Lawrence Borden “Larry” Lee, 71, died suddenly at his home Thursday, June 4, 2015. Born in Huntsville, Alabama February 28, 1944, Larry grew up in Chapel Hill, North Carolina and Charleston, South Carolina and attended the Gaud School for Boys. He graduated from the High School of Charleston and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He received his Juris Doctor in 1971 from the University of South Carolina. Larry spent most of his adult life in Georgia practicing civil and criminal law. He retired from the U.S. Attorney’s Office after thirty five years of service in t ...
Lucy Marcantonio DiPietro SEP 13, 1920 - JUN 04, 2015
Lucy Marcantonio DiPietro died Thursday, June 4, 2015, at her home with her family. She was born September 13, 1920 in Salle, Italy, daughter of Giovanni and Anna DiVirgilio Marcantonio. She came to the States as a young child and lived in New York for several years before marrying Mario, the love of her life. She and Mario moved to Savannah in 1947. Affectionately known as “Mamoo” to her great grandchildren, Lucy devoted her life to her family which showed in her unselfish love to all around her. She was a communicant of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. Other than her parents, she was p ...
Thomas Edward Pearsall OCT 28, 1925 - JUN 03, 2015
Savannah – Dr. Thomas E. Pearsall died on June 3, 2015. Dr. Pearsall was a veteran of World War II where he served in the Navy and spent his tour of duty in the Pacific. Upon returning from the war in 1945, he went back to high school in Woodmere, Long Island (New York) to earn his diploma and there met the love of his life, Annie Chimato. They married in September 1946 after they both graduated. Pearsall attend Colgate University in Hamilton, New York on the G.I. Bill and also participated in R.O.T.C. during those school years. Upon his college graduation in 1949, he joined the Air Force ...
Marjorie Williamson Lee APR 11, 1932 - JUN 03, 2015
SAVANNAH - Marjorie Williamson Lee, 83, died Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at her residence. She was born in Claxton, Evans County, GA before moving to Savannah. For forty-one years she was the owner and operator of Chatham Pets and Aquariums which she founded along with her husband Russell Lee. Surviving are her children, Janice L. Brewer, Louie Russell Lee and daughter-in-law, Chris Lee, and Susan Lee. Also surviving are her grandchildren, Jason Ricks, Leslie Walker, Lauren Ricks, Matthew Lee, Christy Lee Lynes, Caitlin Barnette, Marc Barnette, and Michaela Mitchell, and nine loving great-grandchi ...
Beverly E. Kennedy DEC 02, 1927 - JUN 03, 2015
SAVANNAH - Beverly Eitel Kennedy, age 87, died Wednesday, June 3rd, at Hospice Savannah. Born in Savannah, Georgia, she was the daughter of Lucye Lovett Eitel Slappey and Allan Beverly Hazzard Eitel. She lived in Pooler and Savannah, and, for the last thirty years, Tybee Island. She was a graduate of the Warren A. Candler School of Nursing and worked at Candler Hospital for forty years in various positions including Director of Nursing Service. She was a member of the Warren A. Candler Alumni Association, Ladies’ Auxiliary of the Alee Temple, Tybee Historical Society, and former member of the ...
Doug P. Reynolds DEC 24, 1949 - JUN 02, 2015
DOUG REYNOLDS – LOVED BY FEW AND AN ASSHOLE TO MANY!! Doug was born in Seattle WA on December 24, 1949 to Viola and Richard Reynolds. The Reynolds relocated back to Atlanta shortly thereafter where Doug and his sister Ann completed school. He attended Georgia Southern for 1 year, but was told he was having too much fun and politely asked not to return. He then enlisted in the US Army since his draft lottery number was 2. He spent a year in the jungles of Viet Nam where he contracted Malaria and received two Purple Hearts among other medals. He never thought he would come home alive but he did, ...
Harry L. Boothe MAR 08, 1944 - MAY 31, 2015
SAVANNAH - Harry Lee Boothe, 71, passed away Sunday, May 31, 2015, at his residence. A native of Sheffield, AL, Harry has lived in Savannah for the past fifteen years. He retired from the United States Army after twenty-six years of service to his country. He served in Vietnam and Desert Storm. Surviving are his wife, Barbara H. Boothe of Savannah; children, Dennis J. Boothe (Dana) of Enterprise, AL, Amanda E. Boothe of Savannah. Elizabeth N. Kelgard (William) of Ft. Eustis, VA, Katherine A. McCartney (Justin) of Hinesville, GA, David L. Boothe (Shelly) of Vancouver, WA, Kimberly D. Boothe of ...
Michelle Reneé Garrett Snow MAR 01, 1974 - MAY 30, 2015
Herndon, Virginia – Michelle Reneé Garrett Snow, 41, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2015. She was born in Jacksonville, Florida, daughter of Ray and Gloria Garrett. Michelle attended St. James Elementary School and graduated from St. Vincent’s Academy and Brewton-Parker College. She was a financial analyst with the Federal Bureau of Investigation and also a federal contractor with the United States Government. Michelle also assisted in the nursery at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Savannah and was a communicant of St. Theresa Catholic Church in Ashburn, Virginia. She was preceded ...
Herbert C. Skinner, Jr. JUL 24, 1938 - MAY 30, 2015
SAVANNAH, GA-Herbert C. Skinner, Jr., died May 30th. Born in Savannah on July 24, 1938, he was the only child of Mae and Herbert Skinner. He graduated from Savannah High School in 1955 and the Georgia Institute of Technology in 1959. He began his business career by joining the investment brokerage firm of Varnedoe and Chisholm in Savannah in September of 1959. In 1969, he was made President and Chairman of the Board and the name of the firm became Varnedoe, Chisholm and Skinner. At that time the company had expanded with offices in Atlanta and Montgomery, Alabama. Varnedoe, Chisholm and Skinne ...
Jan Turner Warren OCT 22, 1952 - MAY 30, 2015
Richmond Hill – Jan Turner Warren, 62, loving wife, mother and grandmother died suddenly, Saturday, May 30, 2015. She was born on October 22, 1952 in Savannah, Georgia. She lived in Savannah until moving to Richmond Hill in 1992. Jan enjoyed working at Kelly Tours. She loved fishing, crabbing, the beach and watching her grandkids play sports with Charlie. She was preceded in death by her father, Jay R Turner. Surviving are her husband of 43 years, Charles D. Warren, Sr.; their children, Charles D. Jr. and Melissa Warren; Lance and Tiffany Warren; and Lysa Warren; her mother and step-father, Ja ...
Sally O'Donnell Whittington OCT 14, 1935 - MAY 29, 2015
Sally O’Donnell Whittington, age 79, passed away May 29, 2015 at home under the care of Hospice Savannah, Inc. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gladys and George O’Donnell. Sally was a graduate of The Pape School. She was employed as a bookkeeper with several employers in the Savannah area. Sally was a life-long member of St. John’s Church. During her career, she was a member of the Azalea Business Women’s Club and former President of the Demolay Mother’s Club. She is survived by her loving husband, Floyd, married for 56 years; two sons, Floyd Jr, (Jenifer) of Savannah and George (Sha ...
Martha Simmons Mims MAY 25, 1931 - MAY 29, 2015
SAVANNAH – Martha Mims, 84, passed away peacefully at her home on May 29, 2015 under the care of Hospice Savannah. She was born in Waycross, GA on May 15, 1931 and raised on her family farm in Hazlehurst, GA. Her parents, now deceased, were Nancy Caroline and James Calvin Simmons. Martha married the love of her life, William Howard Mims, on August 7, 1953. They were married 44 years at the time of his death. Martha was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, five brothers, Julian, Cheste ...
Marian Powell Selig JUN 27, 1927 - MAY 28, 2015
Savannah- Marian Powell Selig beloved wife of Thomas Selig, passed away on May 28, 2015 at Candler Hospital in Savannah, GA. She was born on June 27, 1927 in Modena, PA. She worked at General Electric for many years in Philadelphia where she met the love of her life, Tom Selig, and married him on April 29, 1977. Marian was a devoted wife and a true friend. She was an avid animal lover, supporter of the local shelter, and a joy to the many friends she met across the country. She was predeceased by her parents Benjamin Bicking Powell and Anna Virginia Topper Powell and by her brothers Benjamin ...
Hubert Don Hoffman, Jr. JUL 28, 1946 - MAY 27, 2015
Midway- Hubert Don Hoffman, Jr., 68, passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at St. Joseph’s Hospital after a short illness. He was a resident of Savannah before moving to Midway thirty years ago. After service in the U.S. Air Force where he was a jet engine machinist, he was a machinist repairing generators and alternators. In addition to many family members and friends, he is survived by three sisters, Peggy Sims, Louise Tirpak and Gail Dixon.The family will receive friends 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 31, 2015 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. Graveside Service w ...
Laurie Wynn Yeomans OCT 07, 1933 - MAY 27, 2015
Laurie Wynn Yeomans, 81, of Savannah, GA and formerly a longtime resident Patterson, GA and Jesup, GA passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 27, 2015. Laurie was born in Patterson, GA to the late Joseph T. Martin and Martha T. Martin. She worked for many years as a teacher in the Wayne and Pierce County School Systems. In addition to her parents Laurie was preceded in death by her first husband, Walter Vernon Wynn of Screven, GA and her second husband, Kennic Yeomans of Jesup, GA. She is also preceded in death by two sisters, Virginia Lee Jones and Maude Sue Dubois, and a brother, James C. M ...