Obituaries
Jackie M. Sommers SEP 06, 1935 - NOV 14, 2010
Jackie M. Sommers, 75, passed away Sunday, November 15, 2010 after a long illness. Born in Screven County, GA, Jackie moved to Savannah as a young boy. He was a graduate of Savannah High School and obtained a business degree from Armstrong State College in 1969. Jackie began his career at Southern Bell, where he worked on maintenance, repair and operations of large telephone systems. He retired from Southern Bell after 25 years of service. Jackie is most known for being an entrepreneur and successful business man. While working for Southern Bell, he purchased and operated a trailer park in Sav ...
John Robert Sciolino, Sr. APR 22, 1941 - NOV 13, 2010
SAVANNAH - John Robert "Bob" Sciolino, Sr., 69, of Savannah, passed away Saturday, November 13, 2010 at home under the care of Hospice Savannah and was surrounded by his family. He was born on April 22, 1941 in Buffalo, NY and has lived in Savannah, GA most of his life. He served in the U.S. Marine Corp. and retired from the U.S. Postal Service in 1992. Bob was a member of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church and also a member of American Legion Post 184. He was a sentimental man who loved animals, especially his two dogs. Bob was preceded in death by his parents Samuel and Alice Sciolino. He ...
James Edward Garvin APR 30, 1955 - NOV 13, 2010
JACKSONVILLE, FL - James Edward Garvin passed into his eternal heavenly home on Saturday, November 13, 2010. He was born April 30, 1955, in Savannah, Georgia, and had resided in Jacksonville, Florida, for the past 34 years. A graduate of Savannah High School and drum major of the SHS marching band, he was widely known for his expertise in the rebuilding, repairing and tuning of church pipe organs. Most recently, he served as the consultant for the construction of a new 60-rank Schlueter pipe organ at Hendricks Avenue Baptist Church. He received training for his profession from Harrison & H ...
Reginald Moore McDuffee AUG 12, 1932 - NOV 13, 2010
SAVANNAH - Judge Reginald Moore McDuffee, 78, died peacefully Saturday, November 13, at home under the care of Hospice Savannah, after a long illness. He was born August 12, 1932, in Savannah to the late Judge Reginald W. McDuffee and the late Sallie Moore McDuffee. A 1950 graduate of Savannah High School, he attended The Citadel for three years prior to serving two years in the U.S. Army as a Military Policeman. He graduated from the University of Georgia and received his J.D. degree from the UGA Law School. Judge McDuffee practiced law in Savannah from 1959 until 1984, when he was elected ...
Ramesh V. Patwardhan, M.D. JAN 20, 1948 - NOV 12, 2010
Ramesh V. Patwardhan, M.D., F.A.C.S., 62, died Friday, November 12, 2010 at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. Dr. Patwardhan was born in Poona, India on January 20, 1948, the son of Vasant C. and Mandakini Dixit Patwardhan. In 1964, he earned a P.U.C. from Loyola College in Madras, India, followed by an M.B.B.S. from Christian Medical College, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India where he also served his internship. He served as Senior House Officer of the Department of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery at All India Institute of Medical Sciences as well as Senior House Officer of the Departm ...
Stanley Wayne Bowman OCT 19, 1936 - NOV 12, 2010
Stanley Wayne Bowman October 19, 1936 – November 12, 2010 SAVANNAH – Beloved husband and father, Stanley Wayne Bowman, age 74, was peacefully called home to God on November 12. His wife Betty Jo BJ and son Craig were by his side at the time of his passing at St. Joseph's Candler. Stan was born in Wichita, Kansas in 1936 to the delight of his parents, Edna and Paul, and his siblings. As an adult, Stan served in the Unites States Army Signal Corp in Korea, as well as in the Unites States Army Security Agency. After the military, Stan's most notable career achievement was that of News Director an ...
Peggy P. Coe DEC 04, 1924 - NOV 11, 2010
SAVANNAH -Peggy Edna Peer Coe, age 85, with all of her children by her side, passed gently away Thursday afternoon, November 11, 2010 at Hospice Savannah, following her husband's death just seven weeks prior. Born in Arlington, Virginia, Peggy attended Washington and Lee High School, then married and raised her family with her high school sweetheart, Casey, in Falls Church. She was a trailblazer of sorts as she balanced the traditional home and child rearing responsibilities of the '50's and '60's while holding down a full-time career in retail sales and management with Woodward and Lothrop an ...
Peggy Boling Dukes AUG 08, 1954 - NOV 11, 2010
SAVANNAH – Peggy Boling Dukes, 56, died Thursday, November 11, 2010, at Doctor's Hospital in Augusta, GA. The native and lifelong resident of Savannah was a longtime employee of South Coast Medical Group. She was an avid gardener and homemaker and was known for making all those around her happy. She was particularly devoted to her two granddaughters. Peggy is survived by her husband, Alan B. Dukes of Savannah; her daughter, Erica Layne Dukes of Hinesville; her two granddaughters, Victoria Layne Fentress and Elizabeth Layne Dukes; her mother, Lola Boling of Savannah; three sisters, Nancy Bondur ...
Joseph Edward "Jack" Harrison DEC 25, 1920 - NOV 11, 2010
Joseph Edward "Jack" Harrison, 89, of Savannah, passed into eternal glory Wednesday after a brief illness. Son of William H. and Lynn Hill Harrison, Jack was born December 25th, 1920 in Mobile, Alabama. Siblings: He was preceded in death by his sisters Marion H. Hyland and Magdaline Harrison. Jack graduated from McGill-Toolen Catholic High School in Mobile, Alabama and attended Spring Hill College before enlisting in the US Army during WWII. He was assigned to the 20th Armored Division and fought under General Patton reaching the rank of sergeant T4. He served three years in combat that incl ...
Lillian Harris Hinely FEB 17, 1938 - NOV 10, 2010
Savannah- Lillian Harris Hinely, 72, passed away Wednesday, November 10, 2010 at her residence under the care of Islands Hospice. Lillian was born in Thunderbolt and lived all of her life in Savannah. She attended Commercial High School and was a life-long member of Wesley Oak United Methodist Church. Together, she and her husband owned the Movie House Video Rental Store. Her greatest joy was her family. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Caring for children provided her with extreme happiness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lewis James Harris and Anna Beaty Harris and ...
Doris A. Patrick MAY 14, 1931 - NOV 10, 2010
Savannah- Doris A. Patrick, 79, passed away Wednesday, November 10, 2010 at Hospice Savannah. She lived most of her life in New Jersey before she and her husband retired to Savannah in 1990. She was a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians and a Communicant of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church where she was active in the Forever Young Group. Doris loved life and lived it to the fullest. She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard H. Patrick, Jr. and sister, Michele Powers. She is survived by two sisters, Georgette Dutkiewicz of Charlotte, NC; Julie Powers of Manahawkin, NJ and many ...
Mary Helen Hardy Brightwell MAR 05, 1936 - NOV 09, 2010
Mary Helen Hardy Brightwell, 74, passed away Tuesday, November 9, 2010 at her residence with her family by her side. The native and lifelong resident of Savannah was a member of Calvary Baptist Temple where she was the Director of the Girl's Auxiliary and a Sunday school teacher for many years. Ms. Brightwell retired after 23 years of service with the Internal Revenue Service where she received the Gallatin Award bestowed by the Secretary of the Treasurer. She was preceded in death by her parents, Johnnie V. Brightwell, Sr. and Mae Pearl Edwards Brightwell and brother, Johnnie V. Brightwell, ...
Robert Strickland, Jr. FEB 22, 1963 - NOV 08, 2010
Savannah- Robert "Bear" Strickland, Jr., 47, passed away Monday, November 8, 2010 at Memorial University Medical Center. Bear was born in Huntsville, Alabama but lived most of his life in Savannah. He was a 1981 graduate of Johnson High School and a Tour Guide with Old Town Trolley Tours. He was a member of Masonic Lodge 693 and a Communicant of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church. His parents, Robert Strickland, Sr. and Donna Beardon Strickland, and sister, Michele "Shelly" Strickland, preceded him in death. He is survived by his sister, Terri Hood; nieces and nephews, Christina, Wesley and ...
Dewey F. Phillips SEP 21, 1921 - NOV 08, 2010
SAVANNAH – Dewey Fillmore Phillips, 89, died peacefully Monday, November 8, 2010, at 10:00 am, under the care of Savannah Commons. He was preceded in death by his wife Neta Hilton Phillips. He is survived by his son, William Ansley Phillips and daughter-in-law Gloria Phillips of Savannah, three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 10, 2010, at The New Vision Baptist Church of Savannah, Pastor Gary Bradham presiding. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the church. Interment will follow in ...
William Calder Avery MAY 27, 1928 - NOV 07, 2010
Savannah- William Calder "Bill" Avery, 82, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 7, 2010 under the care of Hospice Savannah. He was born in Memphis, Tennessee and is preceded in death by his parents, Helen Paulsen Avery and Emmett Montrose Avery and his brother, Emmett M. Avery, Jr. He grew up in Richmond, Virginia and graduated from Christchurch School where he was awarded the prestigious Bishop's award. He attended the University of Virginia and University of Tennessee. He served in the United States Coast Guard during the Korean conflict. He retired from Holcim U.S., Inc. as the Georgi ...
Gertrude Claus Burrows FEB 12, 1922 - NOV 07, 2010
Gertrude Claus Burrows Mrs. Gertrude Claus Burrows, 88, passed away at home November 7, 2010 surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 12, 1922 and originally from Maspeth Queens, New York she spent her last four years in Savannah, GA. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years George Washington Burrows. "G & G" as they were known built a beautiful family together and had a wonderful life ultimately retiring to Palm Bay, FL where they enjoyed 30 years. Upon George's death in 2004 Gertrude made the move to Savannah to be closer to her family. She was also preceded in death ...
G. Ed Johnston SEP 22, 1911 - NOV 06, 2010
G. Ed Johnston On November 6, 2010, G. Ed Johnston of Savannah was surrounded by his loved ones and caregivers when he left this life. Born September 22, 1911 in Screven County, GA, Ed learned from a young age there to love the hobbies of hunting, fishing, and golfing as well as the Boy Scout's motto to "Do a Good Turn Every Day." He attended grade school, Savannah High School, and Armstrong College in Savannah before beginning his nearly life-long career in the transportation industry with Central of Georgia Railway. Ed who greatly preferred being called Ed to "Mr. Johnston" enlisted in the ...
Bobby Franklin Bragg NOV 11, 1931 - NOV 05, 2010
Savannah- Bobby F. Bragg, 78, was born on November 11, 1931 in Savannah, GA. Bobby graduated from Commercial High in 1950. He married the love of his life, Marion V. Downs in 1951. He retired from Southern Bell in 1989 after 38 years of service. A year later, he began a second career at Comcast retiring in 2008 at the age of 76. His passion in life was his family. He lived to love and take care of his wife and their children. He left a legacy of love. He loved nothing more than having his family over and cooking for them. He was a loyal fan of the Atlanta Braves. He was a decent, hard-workin ...
Thomas W. Ware, Sr. FEB 09, 1933 - NOV 05, 2010
Savannah - Thomas W. Ware, Sr. died at Select Specialty Hospital inside Candler Hospital on November 5, 2010 after an extended illness. He was devotedly cared for by his loving wife, Agnes, of 46 years until her death June 16, 2010. His loving children continued to care for him until his death. Tom was born to the late John D. and Mary Whalen Ware. He lived in Savannah his entire life and was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church throughout his childhood. He attended grade school at Sacred Heart School and graduated from Benedictine, class of 1951. He enjoyed his job at Morris Levy's Men's ...
William James Glasgow SEP 20, 1922 - NOV 04, 2010
SAVANNAH - William J. Glasgow, age 88, born and raised in Summit, New Jersey, died on Thursday, November 4, 2010 at The Marshes of Skidaway Island. Bill was the youngest of seven children, and the only son. He was predeceased by all of his sisters, and by his dear wife, Catherine in 1996. Bill was a legend in the residential real estate business in the greater Summit area. He and his staff were a mighty presence in the marketplace, and although he had only six sales people in his office at any given time, he left his footprint, specializing in corporate transferees. For years, Bill spent week ...
George Reginald Kessler DEC 18, 1923 - NOV 03, 2010
SAVANNAH – George Reginald Kessler, 86, passed away Wednesday, November 3, 2010. Mr. Kessler was a native of Savannah, GA and a member of Southside Baptist Church. He served in the United States Navy in World War II, from 1943 until he was honorably discharged in 1946. He was employed by Ductile Iron Company of America, from which he retired. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, and painting. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elliott E. Kessler and Lilla M. Kessler; two brothers, Elliott Marlin Kessler, and Richard Edward Kessler; and his wife of forty years, Virginia Marsh Kessler. He is survi ...
Geraldine Jones AUG 06, 2010 - NOV 02, 2010
Geraldine Mary "Gerry" Jones died on November 2, 2010. The daughter of Clayton and Mary Jones, she was born August 6, 1927, in New Braunsfel, Texas. She and her younger sister Bonnie grew up in San Antonio, Texas. A woman of deep faith and potent intelligence, Gerry embarked on a life wed to the exploration of God's engagement in the world and to the way the Presbyterian Church of the United States and later the Presbyterian Church of the United States of America PCUSA gave access to His message. She graduated from Trinity College in San Antonio and received her Master of Arts degree from ...
Clifford Rudolph Hepper OCT 10, 1922 - NOV 02, 2010
Savannah – Clifford Rudolph Hepper passed away on November 2, 2010. Clif was born October 20, 1922 in Guttenberg, New Jersey to Rudolph and Nellie Hepper. He graduated from New Jersey State Teachers College in education and then enlisted in the army during W.W.II and served in Central Europe and Northern France. During his service he was in the A.S.T.P. Civil Engineering Program at Penn State University. After service he returned to Penn State where he earned a degree in Civil Engineering. While at Penn State he met his wife, Jean Lois Kincaid, and they were married on July 5, 1947. He was a m ...
Thelma Mae Faircloth Mason SEP 29, 1925 - NOV 01, 2010
Savannah - Thelma Mae Faircloth Mason, 85, passed away Monday, November 1, 2010 at Memorial University Medical Center. She was born in Emanuel County and lived in Savannah 53 years. She retired after 33 years from Kmart and was a dedicated member of Bible Baptist Church. Her husband, Joseph Leonard Mason and daughter, Faye Mason Malone preceded her in death. Surviving are children, Deborah J. Mason of St. Simons Island; Marcelle Godwin of St. Simons Island; Leonard Mason of Savannah; Tracy Mason of Brunswick; son-in-law, G.A. Malone of Statesboro; grandchildren, Bobby, Cassie, Dereck, Bryant, ...
Eva Blackburn Newton SEP 30, 1915 - NOV 01, 2010
Eva Blackburn Newton Nana, age 95, went to heaven, Monday, November 1, 2010. She was born and raised in Screven County, Georgia and is the last of 10 siblings. She is the widow of Ralph P. Newton, Sr. Together they owned and operated Newton's Grocery in downtown Savannah. In 1949 they moved their business to Sandfly where they continued until the 1970's. She has been a member of Isle of Hope United Methodist Church since 1957, where she was loved and respected by all. She is survived by her loving family, Ann and Bob Grotheer, Ralph Newton, Jr., her grandchildren, Joyce Ann and Hunter Leaf, Re ...
Mark Thomas Hutson MAY 24, 1966 - OCT 30, 2010
SAVANNAH- Mark Thomas Hutson passed away unexpectedly Saturday, October 30 th 2010, at Coastal Carolina Hospital in Hardeeville, South Carolina, at the age of 44 years young. He is survived by his mother Melody Sasser, father Morris Hutson, wife Tere Miller-Hutson, stepchildren Nichole Miller and Steven Miller, daughter-in-law Chrissy Miller, brothers Mike Hutson, David Hutson and sister Candace Hutson Ririe. He also leaves behind a loving grandmother June Sasser, aunt Ceryle Stewart and her husband Charles Stewart, uncle Johnny Sasser and his wife Annette, uncle Earnest Hutson and his wife E ...
Michael J. Anika MAY 18, 1934 - OCT 30, 2010
SAVANNAH – Michael J. Mike Anika, Jr., 76, died Saturday, October 30, 2010, at St. Joseph's Hospital. A native of Everett, Massachusetts, he graduated from Everett High School and joined the United States Air Force. While stationed at Hunter Air Force Base, he met and married his wife, the former Mary Anne Reagin. After retiring from the United States Air Force as a Master Sergeant in 1973, they returned to Savannah. He worked for a number of years at Dan Vaden Chevrolet and later retired from the Hunter Club. Mike loved flying and held a private pilots license. He was an expert marksman and h ...
Rita Cecilia Caputo OCT 29, 2010 - OCT 29, 2010
Rita Cecilia McCoy Caputo, 86 passed away on October 28, 2010 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Savannah, GA. Rita was born into a large Irish Catholic family in the "Mucklerat" neighborhood of Forest Hills, Pennsylvania January 5, 1924. Rita was preceded in death by her parents Vincent and Alice McCoy, her husband, Dr. Louis Caputo, three brothers, Vincent, William, and Thomas Ford, and one sister, Valeria. Surviving siblings include Evelyn Gerald O'Brian, of Arizona, and Patrick Mary McCoy, of Ohio, and one sister-in-law, Evelyn Caputo, of West Virginia, as well as many nieces and nephews. Rita is ...