Obituaries
Patricia May Stalnaker JAN 07, 1950 - DEC 24, 2010
Patricia May Stalnaker, 60, passed away Friday, December 24, 2010 at Brighton Gardens in Charlotte, North Carolina. She was born January 7, 1950 in Philadelphia, PA. and lived most of her life in Savannah, GA. She was a Career Teacher for over 33 years for the Savannah-Chatham County School System. She taught for many of those years at Shuman Middle School. She is survived by her mother, Violet K. Stalnaker, of Savannah, two sisters and brothers-in-law, Mary and Doug Hyche, and Linda and Charles Potts, all of Charlotte, North Carolina. Visitation will be 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 28 ...
Jean Marie Wandersee SEP 12, 1924 - DEC 24, 2010
Jean Marie Schaefer Wandersee, 86, passed away Friday, December 24, 2010 at St. Joseph's Hospital with her family by her side. She was born September 9, 1924 in Salamanca, New York to the late Carl and Jane Schaefer. She was a member of the Skidaway Island United Methodist Church where she chaired many Church dinners and arranged and delivered flowers to members of the Church who were ill. Jean was also a member of Landings Golf Club, the Lady's 9 Hole Golf Club and the Landings Garden Club. She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Donald E. Wandersee, of Skidaway Island, her daughter and s ...
Daisy B. Swearinger MAR 22, 1922 - DEC 24, 2010
Daisy B. Linton Swearinger Daisy B. Linton Swearinger, 88, passed away Friday, December 24, 2010. She was born March 22, 1922 to the late James E. and Emily Linton. She was a member of South Gardens Baptist Church for over 40 years. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Emma Linton, of Savannah, her nephew, Charles Denmark, of California, and numerous other nieces and nephews. Visitation will be 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 28, 2010 at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. Graveside Service will be 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 29, 2010 at Hillcrest Abbey Memorial Park wit ...
Clarice Lucille von der Heyde Epting FEB 27, 1929 - DEC 23, 2010
Clarice Lucille von der Heyde Epting, of Wilmington Island, died on December 23, 2010 at the age of 81. She was born on February 27, 1929 in Jacksonville, Florida to Henry August Fritz von der Heyde and Helen Kodatt von der Heyde. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church and an associate member of The Lutheran Church of the Ascension in Savannah. She graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in Jacksonville in 1947. She then attended Newberry College in Newberry, SC and graduated cum laude in 1951. While there, she met Eugene L. Epting Jr. and they were married on June 17, 1951. She was a ...
Anne Elizabeth Hendrix Camp OCT 11, 1927 - DEC 23, 2010
Anne Elizabeth Hendrix Camp, 83, died Thursday, December 23, 2010 in Savannah, Georgia surrounded by her son, daughter-in-law and grandchildren. She was born October 11, 1927 in Cedartown, Georgia, the daughter of the late Garry Briston and Mattie Lou Fortson Hendrix. She was a graduate of Polk County High School where she was a member of the National Honor Society and received her formal education from Georgia Southern University. Anne was a devoted homemaker in addition to working at C & S Bank for many years. She was a member of Trinity on the Hill United Methodist Church for over 60 ye ...
Marilyn Richardson Turner MAY 19, 1936 - DEC 23, 2010
Savannah - Marilyn Richardson Turner, 74, died December 23, 2010 at Memorial University Medical Center. She was born in Tuscaloosa, AL, daughter of the late Thomas C. and Marian Sullivan Richardson. She was a graduate of Shades Valley High School in Birmingham, AL and graduated with an Associate's Degree in Elementary Education from Stevens College in Columbia, MO. After college, she married her late husband, Richard E. Turner and was employed as a kindergarten teacher at Green Valley Baptist Church in Hoover, AL and was involved in the Hoover Athletic Association. She moved to Savannah in 197 ...
Thomas Lee Ward NOV 09, 1936 - DEC 22, 2010
Tybee Island - Thomas Lee Ward, 74, died December 22, 2010 at Hospice Savannah, Inc. surrounded by his family and friends after a long courageous battle with cancer. Mr. Ward was born in Parris Island, SC and moved to Savannah over 65 years ago and has resided at Tybee Island since 1973. He graduated from Savannah High School and joined the Savannah Fire Department in 1958 and retired in 1989 as a Master Firefighter. Mr. Ward received a letter of commendation in 1980 from the City of Savannah for his heroic actions saving a young child. He was a member of Trinity Chapel United Methodist Church ...
Kelly Ann Randall MAR 10, 1965 - DEC 21, 2010
Kelly Ann Randall, 45 passed away, Tuesday, December 21, 2010. She was born March 10, 1965 in Oakland, California and lived most of her life in Savannah. Among other employment she was a property manager off and on for H. Michael Wilson Properties. She is survived by three daughters, Danielle McGroarty, Ariel Randall, and Rachel Randall, one sister, LynEllen Rowan, one step-daughter, Abbey Randall, her special friend, Mike Wilson, and several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, December 24, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. Fox and We ...
John Michael Shanahan, Jr. MAR 11, 1948 - DEC 21, 2010
Savannah - John Michael Shanahan Jr., 62, died peacefully at St. Joseph's Hospital on December 21, 2010. He was born March 11, 1948 in Baraga, Michigan. He was a graduate of Baraga High School and Savannah Technical College. Mr. Shanahan was longtime employee of the Georgia Ports Authority where he served as a Safety Manager and a Finance Specialist. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force serving during the Vietnam War. He was a communicant of St. James Catholic Church. He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Katherine Shanahan. Surviving are his wife, Catherine Beytagh Shana ...
Pearl Boatwright Bullock DEC 10, 2010 - DEC 20, 2010
Savannah- Pearl Boatwright Bullock, 95, passed away Monday, December 20, 2010 at Azalealand Nursing Home. She was born in Lexington, GA and lived in Macon and Chattanooga, TN before moving to Savannah. Her husband, Malcolm Thomas Bullock; son, Thomas Marvin Bullock, and sister and brother-in-law, Lucyle and James Short preceded her in death. Every year she distributed cards with her encouraging, uplifting thoughts to family, friends and others around her. Her caring wisdom and humor will be missed by many. Surviving are her daughter and son-in-law, Rhonda and Hugh Fillingim of Savannah; brothe ...
Anne White Holland FEB 19, 1931 - DEC 20, 2010
SAVANNAH – Anne White Holland, 79, died peacefully on December 20, 2010, at Hospice Savannah. She was born in Savannah, GA on February 19, 1931. She is preceded in death by her parents, John Patrick and Mary Conneff White and her sister, Patricia White Price of Savannah. Anne was a graduate of St. Vincent's Academy class of 1949 and an employee of Memorial Medical Center Radiology Department where she retired after 25 years of service. She was a member of St. James Catholic Church. Surviving are her husband, John J. Holland Jack, three children, Pat Holland and his wife, Margaret, of Savannah, ...
Nancy Shea FEB 28, 1933 - DEC 20, 2010
Nancy Shea, 77, a lifetime resident of Savannah, succumbed to ovarian cancer on Monday, December 20, 2010, for which she battled for the past eighteen months. She passed away at her home with her loving children while under the supervision of Hospice Savannah. Nancy was the daughter of longtime Savannah residents, Robert and Billie Morrissey, and was married to Bart Shea. Nancy attended Saint Vincent's High School and after raising seven children, she resumed her education. At Armstrong State College, she earned degrees in math and French. She went on to receive a M.A. degree in French from ...
Frank Shields Jackson FEB 22, 1913 - DEC 19, 2010
SAVANNAH - Frank S. Jackson passed away Sunday, December 19, 2010 at Azalealand Nursing Home under Hospice Savannah care. Born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on February 22, 1913, he was the son of Ralph E. Jackson and Gladys E. Jackson Peelgren. He obtained a two year degree from Coe College and graduated with distinction from George Washington University with a degree in accounting. A World War II veteran, he served as a Naval Officer. His active duty included sea duty in the Caribbean Sea and South Pacific, Philippines. While stationed in Washington D.C. he met and married his Beloved wife, Bernice ...
Howard Lee Woodlief JUN 10, 1934 - DEC 19, 2010
Port Wentworth - Howard Lee Woodlief, 76, died Sunday, December 19, 2010 at his residence. He was born June 10, 1934 in Granville County, NC to the late Longfellow and Lillian Woodlief. He was a graduate of Wake Forest College/University and served for 15 years in the United States Army. He served as a Sunday School Teacher for over 30 years. Howard was the owner of Woodlief Transportation for the past 20 years. Prior to owning his own company he was the Terminal Manager for Estes Transportation and McLean Trucking, from where he retired. He also worked as a Chemist for the state of North Caro ...
Elizabeth Hall Garrison FEB 22, 1914 - DEC 17, 2010
Elizabeth Hall Harden Garrison Elizabeth Hall Harden Garrison, 96, passed away Friday, December 17, 2010 at Hospice Savannah with her family by her side. She was born in Madison, Wisconsin on February 22, 1914 to the late Robert Green and Agnes Kirkland Hall. She received a Masters degree from the University of Alabama and her Doctorate in Education from the University of Florida. Elizabeth taught and was a Principal and Supervisor for many years at several schools all over the country before her time as a Professor with Georgia Southern University where she served for over 16 years. She was a ...
Thelma Patrick Peterson JAN 21, 1921 - DEC 15, 2010
Tybee Island- Thelma Patrick Peterson, 89, died Wednesday, December 15, 2010 at Memorial University Medical Center. She was born on January 21, 1921 in Orangeburg, South Carolina, to Josephine and Ozzie Patrick. She was predeceased by her husband of 51 years, Charles M. Peterson, and survived by three nephews, Steven Patrick of Baltimore, Maryland; Charles T. Patrick, Jr. of Dayton, Ohio; and Charles M. Patrick of Coleman, Florida. She worked at Great Dane Trailers for more than 30 years. Mrs. Peterson was a resident of Tybee Island for over 60 years. The family will receive friends from 3: ...
John B. Connor NOV 04, 1919 - DEC 14, 2010
Savannah- Col. John B. Connor, USAF, Ret., age 91, passed away Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at Marshview Inn. Born November 4, 1919 in Philadelphia, PA , Colonel Connor attended St. Anthony School, West Catholic High School, Villanova College and University of Omaha. In 1939 he enlisted in the Army Air Corps and completed basic training at Langley Field, VA where he eventually became Base Sergeant Major. He was commissioned a 2nd Lt. Bombardier in 1943 at Kirkland Field, NM and assigned to the 389th Bomb Group, 8th Air Force in England. He became the Group Bombardier and on the 20th of June 1943 ...
Michael A. Larsgard MAR 17, 1947 - DEC 13, 2010
Savannah- Michael A. Larsgard, 63, passed away Monday, December 13, 2010 at St. Joseph's Hospital following a short illness. Mike was a native of Minnesota and was awarded the Purple Heart after serving in the Vietnam War with the U.S. Marine Corp. He has lived in Savannah since 1986. Survivors include his wife of twenty years, Tymothe Larsgard; five children; five great-grandchildren and eight furry friends. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. ...
Anne Griggs Dunn Jennings JAN 31, 1949 - DEC 13, 2010
Savannah- Anne Griggs Dunn Jennings died December 13, 2010 at home, under the care of Hospice Savannah, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on January 31, 1949 in Columbia, SC, Anne was the second child of Mary Griggs and John Nathaniel Dunn. She attended Lower Richland High School and graduated from Winthrop College. Anne moved to Savannah, GA in 1978 from Atlanta, GA and raised her family in Savannah. She was a member of Skidaway Island Presbyterian Church where she enjoyed her work with the Flower Guild. Her family was the center of her life. She excelled in entertaining, decorating, cooking ...
Anthony Raymond "Tony" Lopez OCT 08, 1980 - DEC 11, 2010
Anthony Raymond "Tony" Lopez, 30, died Saturday, December 11, 2010 in Lexington, SC. Mr. Lopez was born on October 8, 1980 in Savannah, GA. He graduated high school in Augusta, GA and later attended Savannah Technical College. Tony was employed by Southway Crane and Rigging for the last eight years. Mr. Lopez is survived by his daughters, Olivia Lopez and Aysah Wheeler; mother, Melanie Jezierski of Methuen, MA; father, Guy Lopez and wife Michelle of Lexington, SC; brothers, Nicholas Griffin, Michael Lopez and Joseph Jezierski; sisters, Heather and Laura Lopez, Emily Griffin and Zoe Jezierski; ...
Keith W. Johnston JAN 15, 1939 - DEC 11, 2010
Keith Watkins Johnston, 71, died Saturday, December 11, 2010 in Savannah, GA. Mr. Johnston was born on January 15, 1939 in Toledo, OH, the son of the late Washington W. and Nellie Doyle Johnston. Keith was a graduate of Hamilton Township High School in Lockbourne, OH and received his formal education from Miami University, earning his Bachelors Degree in 1961. In addition to his parents Mr. Johnston was preceded in death by his sister, Rita Johnston and brother, Glenn Johnston. He is survived by his sons, David Johnston of Aspen, CO, Christopher Johnston of Cincinnati, OH and Gregory Johnston ...
Michael A. Lucas NOV 10, 1934 - DEC 10, 2010
Savannah- Dr. Michael Arthur Lucas passed away suddenly from a massive heart attack Friday, December 10, 2010. He lived a life of service and ministry, touched and helped countless family and friends and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Mike was born November 10, 1934 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He attended Oklahoma State University, where he received his undergraduate degree and doctorate of veterinary medicine, and where he met his wife, Wanda. He served in the United States Army from 1954-1957. In 1985, after practicing veterinary medicine for many years throughout the Mid-West ...
Irvin J. Sapp MAY 17, 1924 - DEC 10, 2010
SAVANNAH - Irvin James Sapp, Sr., 86, died Friday, December 10, 2010 at his residence with his family at his side. He was born on May 17 1924 in Wayne County, GA. He was preceded in death by his parents, James A. and Anna B. Sapp, of Madray Springs, GA, and one brother, John E. Sapp, of Marietta, GA. A Navy veteran of World War II he was wounded at Tarawa. He was a graduate of Gupton-Jones College of Mortuary Science in Nashville, TN. and was a past President of the Academy of Graduate Embalmers from 1981-1982. He was also a member of the Lions Eye Bank and was an eye enucleationist from the b ...
Mary Moesch JUL 11, 1927 - DEC 09, 2010
Savannah- Mary Louise Moesch passed away in St. Joseph's Candler Hospital in Savannah, Georgia, surrounded by her loving family, on December 9, 2010 after a long illness. She was predeceased by her husband, Richard William, to whom she had been married 55 years. She is survived her sons, Richard William, Jr. Christine and Dean Vincent Julie, as well as three grandchildren, Dean Vincent, Jr., Jennifer Coyle and John Richard. Louise was born in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late George and Helen Bengert. She was predeceased by her sister, Helen Stuerenberg and her brother, George, Jr. She earned a b ...
Coy Lewis DeVane MAY 04, 1919 - DEC 09, 2010
Hinesville/Savannah - Coy Lewis DeVane, 91, died Thursday, December 9, 2010 at Savannah Square. Coy was born in Walton County, Florida and graduated from West Bainbridge Georgia High School and received her Bachelor's and Master's Degrees in Education from Georgia Southern University. She lived in Hinesville with her late husband, Ernest Lewis and taught fourth grade at Bradwell Institute. She retired from Ft. Stewart Elementary where she taught special education. She was also preceded in death by her second husband, Olin DeVane. Surviving are sons, Wayne Lewis Maria of Destin, FL and David ...
Carl B. Ulmer DEC 02, 1934 - DEC 07, 2010
Savannah - Carl B. Ulmer, 76, died December 7, 2010 at Memorial University Medical Center. He was born in Savannah, son of the late Amoret and James Turner and Ervin Ulmer. In his early years, he was a 2nd Lieutenant in the Georgia National Guard. He began his career in the paper industry at Union Bag in Savannah and retired from Smurfit Stone in Des Moines, IA before returning to Savannah. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was a member of the Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Shirley Edenfield Ulmer and one sister, Edith U. ...
Audrey Cummings Burdick FEB 18, 1924 - DEC 06, 2010
Audrey Cummings Burdick, 86, of Savannah, GA, died Monday, December 6, 2010 at Hospice of Savannah. She was born in Wailuku, Maui, HI. She worked for Rohr Aircraft Company in Chula Vista, CA, the Department of Motor Vehicles in Hesperia, CA, the California Highway Patrol in Barstow, CA, and WGN Cable in Lahaina, Maui, HI. She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, William Burdick. Audrey is survived by her sisters, Jenny Hilton and Amorette Zittrauer; brother, Wells Cummings, Jr.; daughter, Elaine Gay Anderson; granddaughters, Aukele Kelly Bell, Le Ane Wohlgemuth, Jennifer Russell ...