Obituaries
Marjorie Margie Lairsey Kenton AUG 08, 1923 - MAY 30, 2010
RICHMOND HILL – Marjorie Margie Lairsey Kenton passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 30, 2010 surrounded by her family at the residence of her niece, under the care of Hospice Savannah. Margie was born in Waycross, Georgia on August 8, 1923. During her teenage years she lived in Charleston, South Carolina and graduated from Memminger High School in Charleston. She was a 1944 graduate of Georgia Baptist Hospital School of Nursing in Atlanta. Margie was serving in the Army Nurse Corps when she met her husband. After their marriage they made their home in Dover, Delaware where she remained for th ...
Richard Conner Walker NOV 24, 1917 - MAY 30, 2010
Savannah- Richard Conner Walker, 92, died Sunday, May 30, 2010. Mr. Walker was a native of Muskegon, Michigan. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII and was awarded the Purple Heart. Working as a manufacture's representative for many years in the electronic industry, he was able to travel the world extensively. He moved to Savannah thirty years ago and was able to pursue his love of golf. Mr. Walker was a member of the Landings Club and St. Peter's Episcopal Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence Harrigan and Florence Conner Walker and his wife, Marguerite Hall Walker. Surv ...
Patricia Ann Ruf OCT 09, 1947 - MAY 30, 2010
Patricia Ann Ruf, 62, passed peacefully to her heavenly reward on May 30, after a long illness. She was surrounded by her loving family and under the care of family members and Hospice Savannah, Inc. at home until the end. She was preceded in death by her father, Charles P. Brown of Atlanta GA, and her brother, Terry Williams Bernice of Pinehurst, NC. Born to Charles P. and Alva MacDonald Brown on October 9, 1947, in Pinehurst, NC, she grew up in Atlanta and Smyrna, GA and graduated with honors from Osborne High School. Though she was offered a scholarship to Duke University School of Nursing ...
Nina DeLoach Kennedy JUL 15, 1923 - MAY 29, 2010
Pensacola- Mrs. Nina D. Kennedy died Saturday, May 29, 2010 at Baptist Manor Nursing Home in Pensacola, FL. She was a native of Evans County, GA but lived most of her life in Savannah. Mrs. Kennedy drove a school bus for 20 years in Chatham County, and loved the children. She was a member of Lighthouse Baptist Church. Mrs. Kennedy was preceded in death by her husband of 69 years, Vernon Kennedy. She is survived by her son, Ronald V. Kennedy and his wife, Janice of Pensacola, Fl; three grandchildren, Susan Curtis and her husband, Craig of Orlando, FL, Erin Tudor and her husband, Jeremy of Mari ...
Ronald Saxon Beebe, Sr. SEP 26, 1936 - MAY 29, 2010
Ronald Saxon Beebe, Sr. SAVANNAH – Ronald Saxon Beebe, Sr., 73, died at home May 29, 2010 under the care of Hospice Savannah, surrounded by his wife, children, and grandchildren. He was born September 26, 1936 in Savannah, GA and lived a portion of his childhood in the Masonic Orphanage in Macon, GA. Upon returning to Savannah he lived on Tybee Island. Ron was employed for a time by the Central of Georgia Railroad as an electrician. He worked for Otis Elevator for thirty-two years and resigned from Otis to establish Atlantic Coast Elevator, Inc. in 1984. He operated that company until 2005 whe ...
William E. Corbin FEB 13, 1933 - MAY 28, 2010
William Edward Corbin SAVANNAH – William E. Corbin, 77, of Savannah, passed away peacefully at home under the care of Hospice Savannah, May 28, 2010. Born in Cincinnati, OH, he was the son of the late Thaddeus and Edna Jolly Corbin. He attended Cincinnati public schools, graduating from Withrow High School in 1951 and graduated from the University of Kentucky in 1955 with a degree in political science and criminology. He was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity. Mr. Corbin received his commission as 2nd Lt. through the Air Force ROTC program at the University of Kentucky. He received his ...
Kathryn G. White AUG 18, 1926 - MAY 27, 2010
Savannah - Kathryn G. White, 83, long-time resident of Savannah, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, May 27, 2010 at Memorial University Medical Center. Kathryn was born in Gwinnett, Georgia, on August 18, 1926. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Allan W. White, parents, George and Clara Graves and her siblings, Charles Graves and Sara G. Penton. Survivors include her daughters, Evelyn Jerry McCarthy, Phyllis Alfred Jackson, Gwen Ricky Bennett, a son, William Deanie White, a sister, Linda G. Mundy and eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Kathryn was a devoted memb ...
Irwin L. "Pappy" Potts MAR 07, 1918 - MAY 27, 2010
Irwin L. "Pappy" Potts, Jr. SAVANNAH – Irwin L. "Pappy" Potts, Jr., 92, died Thursday, May 27, 2010. Born March 7, 1918 in Savannah, Pappy graduated from Savannah High School in 1938. He attended Georgia Tech and was a member of Chi Psi Fraternity. He volunteered for the U. S. Army Air Corps in 1941 and got his commission and wings in May of 1942. He was called to active duty and sent overseas for nineteen months during World War II. Mr. Potts joined the Air National Guard and served in Korea, retiring as a Lt. Colonel in 1966. On his return to Savannah from World War II, Mr. Potts joined the ...
Catherine Paul Holland JUN 20, 1934 - MAY 27, 2010
CATHERINE KITTY PAUL HOLLAND Mrs. Catherine Kitty Paul Holland, age 75, passed away on May 27, 2010 at Candler Hospital after complications from a fall. She was born in Irwin County, Georgia on June 20, 1934. Kitty was preceded in her death by her father, Claude Paul and mother, Leattie Taylor Paul, daughter, Cindy Jarrott, brother, John Paul, sister, Mary Haverty, and half brother, Clyde Paul. Survivors include her husband, Colonel Thomas J. Holland, USAF, Retired, her loving daughter, Julie Foster, Pooler, Georgia; and sisters, Ann Donaldson, Tampa, Florida; Hazel Paul, New Port Richey, Flor ...
Amy Johns Pye NOV 19, 1975 - MAY 27, 2010
Amy Johns Pye, 34, passed away early Thursday morning due to medical complications. She was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, granddaughter, sister, aunt, and friend. Born in Savannah, Amy was a happy person who loved with all of her heart. She had a great passion for music and dancing, but her real joy was her family. She never knew a stranger and will be greatly missed. Amy is survived by her devoted husband, Erik; her cherished son, Tyler Tupper; parents, Ed and Frances Johns, Sr.; grandfather, Julian Sturgess; sisters, Janice Johns, Heather Shearouse Eric, and Jill Johns; brothers, Ed John ...
Veronica Knapp Toraya JAN 28, 1920 - MAY 26, 2010
Veronica Knapp Toraya, beloved wife, adored mother, loving mother-in-law and cherished grandmother passed away peacefully at the "grand" age of 90 on Wednesday May 26th at Hospice Savannah. Born on January 28, 1920 to Michael and Anna Knapp, Veronica was raised in Stratford Connecticut. Her father died when she was 10 years old. In order to help support her family during the Great Depression she had to leave Stratford High School to work in the American Fabrics factory. She continued her education by going to night school at the Butler Business School where she completed her studies. Veronic ...
Louise Mayhew - MAY 26, 2010
Louise Mayhew, died Wednesday, May 26, 2010 at Buckingham South. She was a native of Savannah. She and her twin sister Carol were in the first graduating class of Armstrong Junior College. She was a past President of the AASU Alumni Board. Louise was an officer and director of Minis and Co. and Carson Products Co., retiring in 1983. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Temple and the Rachel Barean Sunday School Class. She was also a former member of the Pilot Club, having held various offices in the club. Louise is survived by her nephew and his wife, Raymond and Ellen Murray, of Savannah. Her ...
Ramona Ann Arsenault FEB 27, 1941 - MAY 26, 2010
Ramona Ann Arsenault, age 69, passed May 26, 2010 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Winfield, Alabama on Feb. 27, 1941, she was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend. Ramona, better known as "Momo", enjoyed cooking, fishing, and caring for her plants and animals. She was a graduate of Robert E. Lee High School in 1959 where she was on the Archery team and Miss Robert E. Lee in 1960. She was also Miss Camellia in 1957. She moved to Savannah, Georgia with her husband in 1973 and have since made it their home. She is survived by her husband, ...
Jeremiah Patrick Murphy OCT 19, 1934 - MAY 25, 2010
SAVANNAH - Jeremiah Patrick Murphy Jerry passed away peacefully at Savannah Hospice House on May 25, 2010 after a brief illness of brain cancer. Jerry is survived by Mary Lyons Murphy, his devoted wife of almost 45 years, and one daughter, Mary Frances Murphy of Savannah and his special companion Tigger "cat"; cousins Kathleen Keely, Sally Anne and Tom Quinn and Jack McGauvran and wife Kathy and many dear friends and neighbors. He was predeceased by his parents Ann and Jeremiah Murphy of Inwood on the Hudson, New York. Jerry and Mary were both born and raised in New York City. They met while J ...
Alma Garvin Woo DEC 01, 1928 - MAY 25, 2010
Savannah- On May 24, 2010, long-time Savannah resident Alma Woo died peacefully in her sleep at age 81. She was the beloved wife of the late Harvey H. Woo. Born in Jasper County, South Carolina, Alma enjoyed sewing, cooking, baking and entertaining with her husband, but her greatest joy was her family. She is survived by her devoted son, Stanley M. Woo Sheila of Savannah; her loving daughters, Linda Woo Dominy Bill of Atlanta, and Angela Woo Sosdian of Arlington Virginia; her cherished grandchildren, Anna Sosdian, Andrew Sosdian and Ellen Dominy, and her sister, Ruby Garvin Reed of Savannah. ...
George E. Murphy JAN 21, 1946 - MAY 19, 2010
Savannah- George E. Murphy, 64, died Wednesday, May 19, 2010. He was a native of Savannah and 1964 graduate of Benedictine Military School. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War and later retired from WTOC Television. Survivors include two sisters, Rose Ellen Simpson, Maureen M. Parris Tommy and five nieces and nephews. The family plans to have a private service to celebrate his life. ...
Vicki Yvonne Johnson JUN 19, 1949 - MAY 18, 2010
Vicki Yvonne Johnson, 60, passed away Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at Hospice Savannah surrounded by her loving family. She was born June 19, 1949 in Savannah, GA to the late Marjorie Flanders Johnson and John Francis Johnson, Jr. She graduated from Walterboro High School in Walterboro, SC in 1967, and was a 1970 graduate of Macon Hospital School of Nursing. She retired from Memorial University Medical Center after thirty years of service. Vicki was a long time communicant of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church. Vicki was true to her faith and was very involved in her church. She was a Eucharistic ...
Frances B. Conner OCT 26, 1917 - MAY 18, 2010
Frances Blomquist Conner, 92, died Tuesday, May 18, 2010, at Hospice Savannah. She was born October 26, 1917, to the late C.A.G. and Florence Blomquist. Frances was a member of the Richmond Hill United Methodist Church. She was a resident of Magnolia Manor on the Coast where she volunteered and participated in many activities. She was preceded in death by her husband, Matthew F. Conner, Sr. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Matthew F. Conner, Jr. and Tami L. Conner, of Richmond Hill, five grandchildren, Daniel, Rachel, Joshua, Andrew, and Hannah Conner, all of Richmond Hill, and ...
Jean Snead Jobson AUG 13, 1925 - MAY 18, 2010
Jean Snead Jobson passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 18, 2010 under the care of Savannah Specialty Care and Hospice of Savannah. At this time the family would like to thank both agencies for the care and compassion shown, especially Lakendra Bacon and Shawanda Walker of Savannah Specialty Care and Debbie Baugus of Hospice Savannah. Their kindness and concern for Jean was most appreciated by the family, thank you. Jean spent most of her adult life as a housewife and professionally in the restaurant, catering and baking business. Her professional legacy includes the transformation of a soda ...
Thomas Howard Payne JUN 04, 1921 - MAY 17, 2010
The Reverend Thomas Howard Payne St. Simon's Island, GA - Father Thomas H. Payne died on St. Simons Island on May 17, 2010, one day before he would have celebrated the 60th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood for the Diocese of Savannah. He would have turned 89 years old on June 4. Thomas Howard Payne was born in Fairfield, Ohio, on June 4, 1921. He attended Marist Brothers Catholic Elementary School in Savannah. After graduating from Commercial High School in Savannah, he attended Saint Charles College in Catonsville, Maryland, and Saint Bernard's Seminary in Rochester, New York, ...
Ernest Wesley Bevill OCT 15, 1931 - MAY 16, 2010
Ernest Wesley Bevill, 78, died Sunday, May 16, 2010 at Memorial University Medical Center. He was born October 15, 1931 to the late Edward and Matilda Bevill. Ernest was a member of Southside Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon, taught the Senior Adult Sunday School class, and also sang in the Senior Adult Choir. He retired as an Assistant Vice-President from Savannah Bank and Trust Co. and also was a member of the Bank Retirees Association. He was also a member of the Chatham Artillary and the Cobra Club. He was preceded in death by his son, Ernest Bevill, Jr., his daughter, Jennifer A ...
Frances P. Fannie Cochran OCT 09, 1912 - MAY 15, 2010
Tybee Island-Frances P. Fannie Cochran, 97, died Saturday, May 15, 2010. A private Memorial Service will be held at a later date. ...
John Bramer Parks MAR 08, 1925 - MAY 15, 2010
John B. Parks, 85, passed away at his residence on May 15, 2010 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Haddonfield, N.J., the son of the late Frank Bramer Parks and Anna Mae Gregson Parks. He was preceded in death by his brother Frank B. Parks III. A United States Marine veteran, his career began at the age of 17, in 1943 serving throughout the Pacific, Asia and retired as a gunnery Sergeant E-7. He also served as a civilian for the federal government from 1962-1975. "Jack" participated in the sweeping of numerous islands throughout the Pacific during WWII including the campaigns of ...
Donald L. Peterson FEB 11, 1925 - MAY 15, 2010
SAVANNAH – Donald L. Peterson, 85, died Saturday, May 15, 2010, at his home. The Keokuk, Iowa native had lived in Savannah for the past 23 years. He was a graduate of the University of Iowa and a veteran of the United States Army Air Force during World War II. Mr. Peterson retired from the American Paper Institute in New York City and was a member of St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Wilma Ebsen Peterson, a brother and a sister. Surviving are his wife, Audrey Bullis Peterson of Savannah; a daughter, Patti Peterson of Collierville, TN; a son, Wa ...
Louise Choisnet OCT 02, 1923 - MAY 14, 2010
Louise Choisnet DENVER, CO – Louise Choisnet, age 86, died Friday, May 14, 2010. The Idaho Springs, CO native was a graduate of Idaho Springs High School. She lived in Bay Shore, NY for many years before moving to Savannah when her husband came to Savannah with Grumman Aerospace. She worked for many years at Levy's Department Store in downtown Savannah and volunteered for several years at the Ronald McDonald House. She loved animals. Upon the death of her husband of 55 years, Frederick E. Choisnet., she moved to Denver, CO. She was also preceded in death by her sister Katherine Hunt and her br ...
Joseph G. Kameron AUG 09, 1926 - MAY 12, 2010
Tybee Island - Joseph G. Kameron, 83, died Wednesday, May 12, 2010 at his residence under the care of Hospice Savannah. He was born in Savannah on August 9, 1926 to the late Frederick H. and Kathleen M. Kameron. Joseph served in the United States Army and was retired from the Railroad and also from Gulfstream. He was a communicant of St. Michael's Catholic Church on Tybee Island. He is survived by his daughter, Melissa K. Lewis, his brother, John Kameron, three nephews, Mark Kameron, Johnny Kameron, and Jimmy Kameron, four nieces, Kathleen Stapleton, Patricia Levine, Mary Grady, and Ann Dillon ...
Elsa Theresia Christian FEB 05, 1926 - MAY 11, 2010
Elsa T. Christian Savannah- Elsa T. Christian, 84, entered into eternal rest Tuesday, May, 11, 2010 with her family by her side. Born in Wurzburg, Germany, she moved to the United States in 1951. She has been a resident of Savannah since 1967. She was a member of the Windsor Forest Garden Club and a volunteer with the American Red Cross for 42 years. Survivors include her husband of 59 years, John H. Christian of Savannah; her children, Guenter and Anne Christian of Monroe, LA, Franke and Joy Christian of Savannah, Nancy and Jimmy Chambless of Atlanta, TX and Carla Godwin of Savannah; sister, ...
Nell Parker Talley MAR 25, 1928 - MAY 10, 2010
Nell Parker Talley, 82, died Monday, May 10, 2010 in Savannah. Mrs. Talley was born in Rocky Ford, GA on March 25, 1928, the daughter of the late Eroise and Blanche Sasser Parker. She was an employee of Bellsouth for many years where she retired as a Drafter. Nell was a member of the Communication Workers of America as well as the Telephone Pioneers of America. She was a longtime member of Ardsley Park Baptist Church where she was active in Sunday School. Mrs. Talley is survived by her husband of 59 years, Gary Talley; daughter, Nancy Etheridge and husband Michael of Midway and granddaughters, ...
Pratt L. Jenkins, Jr. OCT 22, 1923 - MAY 10, 2010
Pratt L. Jenkins, Jr., 86, died Monday, May 10, 2010 at St. Joseph's Hospital with his family by his side. Mr. Jenkins was born in Burke County, GA on October 22, 1923, the son of the late Pratt Lester and Georgia Scarborough Jenkins. He was a veteran of the United States Army, serving honorably during World War II. Mr. Jenkins worked in roofing for many years but ultimately retired from Atlantic Towing where he had worked as a Seaman on the tugboat docks for 15 years. Mr. Jenkins was preceded in death by his sons, Ira Ray Gilmore and Philip Wayne Gilmore. He is survived by his loving wife of ...