Obituaries
Arlene Davis Adams MAY 03, 1915 - OCT 11, 2013
SAVANNAH - Arlene Davis Adams, 98, died Friday in Statesboro under the care of Ogeechee Area Hospice. Mrs. Adams was born on May 3, 1915 in Uvalda, Georgia to John M. and Florence Davis. She lived in Savannah for more than sixty three years, spending the past 7 years at Savannah Cottage. She was a member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church and retired from Candler Hospital, as a LPN, after 21 years of service. She was predeceased by her husband of 74 years, G. Thomas Adams; her son, Tommy Adams; her sister, Ethelene McAllister and her husband, Duncan; two brothers, Quinten Davis and his wife ...
Raymond G. Robertson MAY 09, 1924 - OCT 08, 2013
Raymond G. "Robbie" Robertson Walterboro, SC - Raymond G. "Robbie" Robertson, 89, died Tuesday, October 8, 2013 at Veterans Victory House Nursing Home. He was born May 9, 1924 in Savannah, Georgia, son of the late John Stewart Robertson and Sybilla Hansen Robertson. He graduated from Savannah High School and attended the University of Georgia. He was a veteran of World War II having served in the United States Army receiving the Purple Heart and five Bronze Stars. He was a longtime resident of Savannah until moving to Isle of Palms, South Carolina in 2002. He was retired from American Cyanami ...
Jack L. Kiley, Sr. JUN 10, 1923 - OCT 04, 2013
SAVANNAH – Jack L. Kiley, Sr., 90, passed away Friday, October 4, 2013, at his residence. The native and lifelong resident of Savannah was a United States Army Air Corps veteran of World War II. He was a longtime member of St. James Catholic Church and was a member of the Exchange Club of Savannah and the St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee. Mr. Kiley retired from Lance, Inc. Surviving are four grandchildren, Richard Kiley Lamy Tania of Waynesville, MO, Emily Kiley Carra Thomas of Marietta, GA, and Taylor L. Kiley and Jackson C. Kiley, both of Savannah; and three great-grandchildren, Kiley Nic ...
Larry W. Raper AUG 16, 1945 - OCT 04, 2013
Savannah, Georgia - Larry Wayne Raper passed away suddenly on Friday, October 4, 2013 at Candler Hospital at the age of 68. Larry was born in Marion, North Carolina and joined the Navy at a young age. After several years in the Navy he began working for Babcock and Wilcox, Barberton, Ohio, where he started as a welder and worked his way up into management. Upon retiring he moved to Savannah, Georgia. He returned to work, this time at Oglethorpe Mall, Savannah, Georgia in their security department. He retired for the second time a couple of years ago. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mar ...
Emily Amburgey Pidgeon APR 02, 1924 - OCT 03, 2013
Savannah -Emily Amburgey Pidgeon was born in Leaksville now Eden, North Carolina, on April 2, 1924, and died on October 3, 2013, in Savannah, Georgia. She was valedictorian of her school graduating class and graduated from Salem College cum laude with a BA in English. While at Salem, she was a member of National Honor Society and Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges. Emily was a devoted member of Wesley Monumental Methodist Church which she would readily tell you was the best church with the best choir, no matter where you attended. She was past president of United Me ...
Charles Talmadge Lamb - OCT 03, 2013
Sylvania, GA – Charles Talmadge Lamb, born in Garfield, Georgia and longtime resident of Savannah and Wilmington Island, died at the age of 92, Thursday, October 3, 2013. He was preceded in death by his wife of sixty years, Frances Juanita Ward Lamb, his parents, Charlie Lee Lamb and Mamie Irene Brown Lamb of Garden City, two brothers, Charlie Carvin Lamb of Garden City and Artie Lee Lamb of Anderson, SC. He is survived by three children, Patricia Lamb Vickstrom of Whitehouse, TN; Charles Ray Lamb, Sr. Diana of Sylvania, GA; Michael Talmadge Lamb, Sr. of Shellman Bluff, GA; two sisters, Zona L ...
William B. "Kowboy" Campbell DEC 29, 1929 - OCT 03, 2013
BLUFFTON, SC - William Britt "Kowboy" Campbell, Sr., 83, passed away Thursday, October 3, 2013, at his home, surrounded by his family. A native of Waycross, GA Bill had lived in Savannah for most of his life. He was a 1949 graduate of Savannah High School and was on the 1946 and 1947 Class-A State Basketball Championship teams. He also served with the Georgia Air National Guard, 117. Bill coached the Tiger Club of Savannah and was a referee for High School Football for many years. Bill was a member of the National Home Builders Association for a number of years and was currently the owner of C ...
Margaret Dooley Lyons MAR 02, 1922 - OCT 03, 2013
Savannah- Margaret Dooley Lyons, 91, passed away Thursday, October 3, 2013 at Tara of Thunderbolt. She was a native and life-long resident of Savannah. After graduating from St. Vincent's Academy, she attended Armstrong Junior College. She enjoyed horses and dogs and was a Communicant of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church. Her husband, Eugene E. Lyons preceded her in death. Surviving is her son, Eugene Edward Lyons, Jr. Her memory will be cherished by many loving relatives. The family will receive friends on Monday, October 7, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Fox & Weeks Funeral Dire ...
Georgia Chafin Griesbach AUG 05, 1938 - OCT 02, 2013
Tybee Island, GA - Georgia Chafin Griesbach, passed away peacefully at her home on October 3, 2013 after a long battle with cancer. Born in Atlanta, GA she was preceded in death by her parents, Grace Odum Chafin and Henry N. Chafin, her sister Phyllis Chafin, and her son, Frederick Griesbach, Jr. She is survived by her husband, Fred, her brother, Henry N. "Bucky" Chafin Jr., her daughter, Robin, and her grandson, Taylor of Tybee Island, and her son, John Griesbach, of California. Georgia joined the Air Force in 1956 where she met and married her husband Fred. Georgia has called Tybee her home ...
Norma C. Judkins JUL 02, 1924 - OCT 01, 2013
Norma Louise Clark Cadwell Judkins Norma C. Judkins was born in Waynesville, Missouri on July 2, 1924 and died on October 1, 2013 in Savannah, Georgia. She was 89 years old. Before retiring to Savannah in 1984, she lived for many years in Alton, Illinois. In Alton, she was employed by the Alton Community Unit School District #11 for 34 years, and served in many capacities. She was an elementary school teacher, Director of the Gifted Program, Director of Library Sciences, Director of In-Service Training, and at her retirement, was Director of Elementary Curriculum. She was also an instructor at ...
James Marvin Dooley OCT 10, 1937 - SEP 30, 2013
James Marvin Dooley, 75, died Monday, September 30, 2013 after battling a long illness surrounded by his wife of 54 years and their children. He was born in Atlanta, Georgia, son of the late Rubin E. and Bertha Overton Dooley. He graduated from Commercial High School in 1955. He worked for American Can Company and later retired from Kaiser Agricultural Chemicals/PCS Nitrogen. He loved to share his memories of the good ol' days with Coach Spellman and his beloved Cobra football team. He was forever known as Coach Dooley after years of coaching Little League Baseball and Football for the South ...
Betty J. Morgan MAR 28, 1925 - SEP 29, 2013
SAVANNAH - Betty Jane Sturtevant Morgan passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, September 29, 2013, surrounded by her beloved family. Betty was born and raised in Savannah where she attended public school and Draughon's School of Business. For a number of years she worked as a lab technician at Union Camp Corporation where she met Lonnie, the love of her life and soul mate for 63 inseparable years. She was a past member of Trinity Methodist Church and Woodlawn United Methodist Church. Betty was a lover of words, a poet at heart, and was quick with the quip. She was a sensational terpsichorea ...
Seneca William Miller JUL 02, 2013 - SEP 28, 2013
Savannah- Seneca William Miller, two month old son of Johnny and Sherri Miller, died Saturday, September 28, 2013. In addition to his parents, he is survived by two brothers, Logan and Avery Miller. Being too beautiful for this world, the Angels called him home. The family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Friday, October 4, 2013 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. Burial will be private. ...
James C. Lynes III MAY 31, 1949 - SEP 28, 2013
James C. Lynes III, 64, died September 28, 2013, while under the care of Spanish Oaks Hospice after an extended illness. He was born May 31, 1949 in Marietta, GA, and lived in Savannah since 1958. Jim was a graduate of H.V. Jenkins High School, class of 1968. He attended Southern Tech in Atlanta, GA before entering the United States Air Force, where he served for four years as a C-130 Flight Engineer during the Vietnam War. After returning from overseas, Jim married the love of his life, Janice "Jodee" Rowe and settled in Savannah. He spent most of his career in multiple roles with Gulfstrea ...
Jeremy Edward Gall NOV 10, 1979 - SEP 27, 2013
SAVANNAH – Jeremy Edward Gall, age 33, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 27, 2013. He was born November 10, 1979 in Savannah. He is predeceased by his mother, Cynthia Brinson Wilson; his maternal grandmother, Anna Brinson; and his paternal grandparents, JoAnne and Edward Gall. Jeremy left behind his father, Christopher Gall, DVM; his step-mother, Alecia Gall and his beloved brother and sisters, Jonathon, Amanda, and Rebekah Gall, all of Savannah. He is also survived by his maternal grandfather, Jack Brinson; several aunts, uncles, cousins, and his step-grandmother, Nan Davidson of ...
Virgil E. Bacon, Jr. SEP 21, 1921 - SEP 27, 2013
Virgil E. Bacon, Jr. - EULONIA - Virgil "Pee Wee" Bacon, 92, died September 27, 2013 at home surrounded by loved ones. He was born September 12, 1921, is a native of Savannah, GA and a graduate of Commercial High School in Savannah. In WWII he served his country as a US Navy Aviation Gunner. He was employed by the US Postal Service for 40 years, was a member of Knights of Columbus and served on the St Patrick Day Committee. Virgil retired to a small waterfront community in McIntosh County, GA in 1985 where he enjoyed fishing, crabbing and vegetable gardening. He will be remembered for his wond ...
John Higginson OCT 16, 1922 - SEP 25, 2013
JOHN HIGGINSON SAVANNAH John Higginson M.D., F.R.C.P., 90, died peacefully on Wednesday, September 25, 2013 at Hospice Savannah, Inc. He is survived by his wife, Nan Higginson, his daughters, Wendy Dunne and Jacqueline Huntly, and five grandchildren. A private memorial service will be held by the family at a later date. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Hospice Savannah, Inc., P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, Georgia 31416-0190. Please sign our online guestbook at www.foxandweeks.com. Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. ...
Will Ella Blackburn Anderson NOV 02, 1923 - SEP 24, 2013
Will Ella Anderson, 89, died September 24, 2013 under the care of Hospice Savannah, Inc. surrounded by her husband, daughter and son. She was born November 2, 1923 in Screven County, Georgia, daughter of James Felton and Lillian Boddiford Blackburn. Mrs. Anderson was a dental assistant and homemaker. She was a member of Ardsley Park Baptist Church, Alee Temple Ladies Auxiliary and Savannah Women's Club. Surviving are her husband of 71 years, Alex Earl Anderson, Sr., daughter, Kim Hanning Chuck Hanning, son, Alex Earl Anderson, Jr. Donna Oliver; brother, James B. Blackburn, Sr. Mercer; sister, ...
Gerald W. Creel APR 03, 1941 - SEP 24, 2013
Gerald W. Creel Gerald Wayne Creel, 72, died September 24, 2013 at home under the care of Hospice Savannah, Inc. Diagnosed with prostate cancer in 1994, he fought a valiant and brave battle, often offering counsel to others new to the fight. He was born April 3, 1941 in Corpus Christi, TX and had lived in Savannah since 1985. He was a graduate of Miller High School and Del Mar College in Corpus Christi. After graduating from North Texas State University in 1964 he was accepted into Officer Candidate School and was commissioned as an Ensign in the United States Navy in August 1964. He served a ...
Robert Franklin Long, Jr. OCT 17, 1943 - SEP 21, 2013
Robert F. Long, Jr. Robert "Bob" Franklin Long, Jr., 69, of Savannah, died Saturday, September 21, while visiting family in his childhood hometown of Somerset, Kentucky. Bob was born on October 17, 1943, in Paducah, KY, the son of Robert F. Long, Sr. and Elizabeth E. Long. He grew up in Somerset, KY and later married his high school sweetheart, Phyllis, also of Somerset. Bob and Phyllis recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in June. Bob graduated college and medical school from the University of Kentucky. Following his medical school graduation, Bob moved to Savannah and was one ...
Roger C. Michael NOV 14, 1932 - SEP 21, 2013
A memorial service for Mr. Roger C. Michael will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, September 27, 2013 at Messiah Lutheran Church, One West Ridge Road, Skidaway Island, GA. Roger was born in Akron, OH, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Lucian Michael. He was a 1955 graduate of Akron University. He served in the U.S. Army Intelligence Corps for 2 years. He was hired by the IBM Corporation in 1958 and enjoyed 34 years in the System Engineering and Marketing divisions as a respected manager, retiring in 1992. He is survived by his wife Lesley, whom he was happily married to for 57 years; daughter, Laura Michael; ...
Robert Harris Laughlin MAY 15, 1925 - SEP 20, 2013
Mr. Robert Harris Laughlin, 88, of Morningside Assisted Living in Raleigh, NC, died September 20, 2013. Committal service will be held at 2:00 PM, November 1, 2013 at Laurel Grove Cemetery in Savannah, Ga. The family will receive friends before and after the Committal service. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Hospice of Wake County, 250 Hospice Circle, Raleigh, NC 27607. Mr. Laughlin was born in Savannah, the son of the late James Homer Laughlin and Gertrude Rebecca Sauls Laughlin. He served his country during WW II as a member of the Air Force. He was a graduate of G ...
Evelyn Louise Kersten JUN 20, 1925 - SEP 20, 2013
Evelyn Louise Kersten, 88, of Skidaway Island died Friday, September 20, 2013 at her residence. She was born in Medina, Ohio and received a Doctorate of Education degree from Columbia University. Mrs. Kersten taught nursing at the New York University for many years. She enjoyed traveling, gardening and was a lifetime devotee of yoga. She and her husband retired to the Landings where she had served as president of Garden Club of the Landings. Surviving are her husband, Paul J. Kersten of Savannah; brother, Myron Smith of Falls Church, VA and sister, Elora Morton of Wadsworth, OH. A memorial ser ...
Thomas Edward Tison DEC 23, 1919 - SEP 20, 2013
Thomas Edward Tison Thomas Edward Tison, 93, died Friday, September 20, 2013 at Memorial University Medical Center. He was born December 24, 1919 in Red Rock, GA to the late Henry G. and Ella Johnson Tison. He attended Lee County Schools and was a United States Army Veteran. When he entered the Army in March of 1943 he served in the European Theater of General Patton's Army; received three battle stars: 2 in France and 1 in the Battle of the Bulge in Ardennes. Prior to his service in the Army he was a brakeman and flagman with Seaboard Railroad in Americus. After his discharge from the militar ...
Joan Houlihan Shotts MAR 07, 1955 - SEP 19, 2013
SAVANNAH - Joan Houlihan Shotts, born March 7, 1955, died on Thursday, September 19, 2013, after a brief illness. She was the beloved daughter of her late parents, James P. Houlihan and Joan Egan Houilhan. A native and life-long resident of Savannah, Joanie graduated from Savannah High School and attended the University of Georgia. Joanie was a gentle spirit with a sly sense of humor. She was a lover of all animals, especially her cherished dogs and cats. She will be missed by friends and family alike. Joanie is survived by her former husband, John Shotts of Savannah, her uncle and aunt, Micha ...
Dr. Harris Kandel Lentini JAN 23, 1938 - SEP 18, 2013
Savannah- Harris Kandel Lentini, PhD, a native Savannahian, award winning artist, and accomplished education administrator, died Wednesday, September 18, 2013 at her home. She was 75 years old. Dr. Lentini retired as director of the Oatland Island Science Education Center. A lifelong educator, she served the students and teachers of Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools as science coordinator and as director of the Science and Engineering Fair. An associate said, "Dr. Lentini was instrumental in initiating hands-on professional development opportunities for science teachers, which, in turn, i ...
A. Jason Shirah AUG 26, 1920 - SEP 17, 2013
Dr. Alton Jason Shirah, age 93, died on Tuesday, September 17, 2013 at Daytona Beach, Florida. He was born in Byromville, Georgia, the son of Alton Jason Shirah and Annie Mae Page Shirah. His elementary and high school training was received in Byromville public schools. He attended Emory at Oxford and graduated with an A.B. degree from Emory University in 1941. He graduated from Yale Divinity School with a Master of Divinity degree in 1944. Lagrange College awarded him the Doctor of Divinity degree in 1962. Dr. Shirah was ordained a deacon in the South Georgia Conference of the Methodist Chu ...
Imogene Allen Williamson JAN 27, 1923 - SEP 17, 2013
SAVANNAH – Imogene Allen Williamson, 90, widow of the late Lowell Franklin Williamson, died Tuesday, September 17, 2013, at Hospice House, surrounded by her family. The Paris, TN native had lived in Savannah since 1945. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and was a longtime member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church. Surviving are her children, Lowell A. Williamson and his wife, Marie, of Blackshear, GA, G. David Williamson and his wife, Kay, of Snellville, GA, and Jeanine W. Jones and her husband, Harvey, of Savannah; a sister, Luzelle Allen Haskins of Raleigh ...
