Obituaries
George Mendenhall Clarkson MAY 02, 1929 - JAN 13, 2010
George Mendenhall Clarkson, age 80 of Wilmington Island died Wednesday, January 13, 2010. Mr. Clarkson was born in Cincinnati, OH on May 2, 1929, the son of the late George Buchanan and Dorothea Mae Mendenhall Clarkson. He was a graduate of Miami University of Oxford, OH. George was a veteran of the United States Army and was a retired Business Executive of Continental Field Machining. He had been a resident of Wilmington Island since 1979 when he and his family moved from Arlington Heights, IL. He was known for his love of gardening and landscape design and was active in the Master Gardeners ...
Barbara Scarborough Roth SEP 13, 1934 - JAN 13, 2010
Savannah- Barbara Roth passed away Wednesday, January 13, 2010 at the age of 75. Born and raised in New Hope, PA, she moved to Savannah in 1984. Barbara taught Music and Drama at St. Andrew's School for 18 years and retired in 2005. Becoming an organist at age 13, Barbara had served her Lord ever since and it counted all as a joy! Barbara began her service as organist of St. Martin's Roman Catholic Church in New Hope, PA. She was Director of Music at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Evansville, IN. Barbara held the same position at St. John's Church of Christ and Washington Avenue Presbyteri ...
Robert Joseph White, Sr. OCT 28, 1914 - JAN 13, 2010
Bob J. White, Sr. Boo Robert Bob Joseph White, Sr. Boo, passed away on January 13, 2010 at home. Born in Savannah, GA on October 28, 1914 he was the son of the late Joseph M. White and Harriet Meitzler White. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Riley White in 1997. He graduated from Benedictine Military School in 1935. While attending BC, he was a five star letter man in football, swimming, basketball, cross country, and golf. He also coached basketball at BC. He was a member of the 118th Field Artillery of the National Guard and the Medical Detachment Medicos. He served in the United S ...
Mathilde Howard Buck NOV 20, 1918 - JAN 13, 2010
Mathilde Howard Buck, 91, passed away, Wednesday, January 13, 2010, at Memorial Medical Center after a brief illness. Born November 20, 1918 in Columbia, South Carolina to John Rufus Howard and Marguerite Paschal Howard. They moved to Savannah in 1919. She attended Sacred Heart Catholic School, The Pape School, and Saint Mary's in Raleigh, N.C. She was wed to Robert Dudley Buck on February 14, 1948 in the Our Lady’s chapel of the Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist. In 1951 Union Camp took them to Forrest Hills, NY and then to Mountain Lakes, New Jersey until their return to Savannah in 1973 ...
Mary Nell George JAN 22, 1930 - JAN 11, 2010
Mary Nell George SAVANNAH - Mary Nell George, 79, went home to be with the Lord Monday, January 11, 2010. Born in Terrell County, GA on January 22, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Cleo and Luella Ferguson. She was reared in Dawson, Georgia. She married John A. George, Sr. in October of 1946, relocating to Savannah, Georgia in 1955 where she spent the remainder of her life. She was very successful in rearing her family of four sons, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Being the loving and caring person she was she served in numerous capacities at Riverside Baptist Church, especially ...
Billy D. Reese JAN 13, 1949 - JAN 11, 2010
Billy D. Reese Savannah- Billy D. Reese, 60, died Monday, January 11, 2010 at Memorial University Medical Center, following a very courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Metter on January 13, 1949 to William I. and Ruby Deloach Reese. As an infant, he moved to Savannah with his family where he attended public schools. He was a 1967 graduate of Savannah High School and attended Armstrong Junior College. Billy was an active member of the Savannah Banking Community for the majority of his career having worked for the "old" Savannah Bank, Atlantic Bank, Suntrust, First Citizens Bank of Glen ...
Laurine Cowart Witmer NOV 29, 1920 - JAN 10, 2010
Laurine C. Witmer SAVANNAH - Laurine C. Witmer went to her heavenly home Sunday, January 10, 2010. She died after a long illness with Alzheimer's. She was born November 29, 1920 outside of Metter, Georgia and attended Milledgeville College for Women where she received her Home Economics degree. She and her husband were charter members of the Windsor Forest Baptist Church. Rene was a member of several women's clubs in the church and was active in her community. She was the owner of TWIN BLUFF TRAILER SALES, the business that she and her late husband began. After her husband died, she moved to M ...
J. Fletcher Comer FEB 22, 1935 - JAN 10, 2010
J. Fletcher "Grits" Comer, 74, died Sunday, January 10, 2010 at Memorial University Medical Center. "Grits" as he was known by his family and friends was born in Alabama and resided in Savannah. He was a retired Contractor. He is survived by his son, J. Michael Comer, of Savannah, three daughters, Kim Sheridan, of Nashville, TN, Katharine Stansky, of Ellijay, GA, and Wymberley T. Comer, of Altus, OK. He is also survived by his sister, Kitty Proenza, of Coral Gables, FL, and several grandchildren. Visitation will be 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Monday, January 18, 2010 at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, ...
Grace H. Neises OCT 18, 1929 - JAN 10, 2010
Grace Neises died Sunday, January 10 at home in Savannah, Georgia with her husband, Jack Neises. Grace then Ludeke was born in 1929 in Cincinnati, Ohio. She earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree with high honors from the University of Cincinnati, where she met Jack. They married in 1951, and raised their three children in upstate New York and the Boston area, where she was also a business manager. Grace and Jack moved to Savannah in 1992. She embraced her new home and became active in a variety of civic organizations. Grace was board chair and a board member for Parent and Child ...
Jane Mulherin Lyons MAR 28, 1927 - JAN 10, 2010
Mrs. John Lyons Jane Mulherin Lyons 82 died Sunday, January 10th at Memorial University Medical Center after a brief illness. She was surrounded by her children and grandchildren. Jane was born in Augusta, GA on March 28, 1927 and moved to Savannah as a child. She was pre-deceased by her husband, John J. Lyons, Sr. She was a graduate of St. Vincent's Academy, and the College of Mt. St. Vincent in New York. Jane was a lifelong member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, where she served as a Eucharist Minister, and St Michael's at Tybee Island. As a firm supporter in Catholic education, she se ...
Jacob Reynolds Berger NOV 26, 1924 - JAN 10, 2010
Jacob Reynolds Berger, born November 26, 1924 in Gretna, Virginia, lived a full, loving life for 85 years, until his death on January 10, 2010 in Pineville, North Carolina. Jacob, known as "Jake," will be remembered for his enduring service, faith and faithfulness, quiet strength, humorous storytelling, wisdom, and deep compassion. Jake married Martha Jane Milligan of Savannah, his beloved wife for over 57 years. Jake and Jane devotedly parented four daughters : Angie Steve King, Marietta, GA; Pam Jim Bearden, Durham, NC; Joy John Reed, Louisville, KY; and Bonnie Mike Barfield, Waxhaw, NC; wit ...
Ruth P. "Dickie" Liles MAR 22, 1932 - JAN 09, 2010
Ruth P. "Dickie" Liles Ruth P. "Dickie" Liles, 77, died Saturday, January 9, 2010 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Savannah, Georgia after a brief illness. Mrs. Liles was born in Walterboro, South Carolina on March 22, 1932 the daughter of the late Hubert and Eloise Leybourne Padgett. She was raised in Brunswick, Georgia and was a graduate of Glynn Academy where she excelled in basketball. Shortly after graduating she married Jack S. Liles. She and Mr. Liles traveled extensively during his career, residing in Virginia Beach, Virginia from 1963 – 1990 where Mr. Liles ultimately retired as President ...
James Scott, Sr. FEB 07, 1928 - JAN 09, 2010
James Scott, Sr. SAVANNAH – James Scotty Scott, Sr., 81, passed away at his home on Saturday, January 9, 2010, after a short illness. He was a native and lifelong resident of Savannah and a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. Scotty worked for Savannah Ice Co. and Pepsi Cola Co. for many years and also handled appliances for many years. He had a good mother and a great wife. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mae Smith Scott, his wife, Catherine Price Scott, and a son, L. C. Kirby White. Surviving are a son, James Scott, Jr. Sheila of Guyton; three daughters, Patricia Davis Robert ...
Linda Burch Oliver FEB 17, 1954 - JAN 07, 2010
Savannah- Linda passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at home on January 7th, 2010, after a tough but courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She is survived by her husband, Martin; six children, Brian, Danika, Andrea, Ross, Jacob, and son-in-law, Jeremiah; five sisters, Sherry, Tina, Rina, Tawn, and Teresa, and 2 Scottish Terriers, Teddy and Chubbs. Linda was our loving mom, wife, best friend, hair dresser and dog lover. She was most happy when shopping, watching Dancing with the Stars, and going out for sushi. As a hairdresser, her clients were more than just customer's; they wer ...
Barbara Kay Slagel AUG 29, 1938 - JAN 07, 2010
Barbara Kay Slagel Barbara Kay Slagel passed away on January 7, 2010 in Savannah, Georgia at the age of 71. The eldest daughter of the late Ray and Gertrude Schoening, she was born on August 29, 1938 in Kalamazoo, Michigan. After attending public schools in Kalamazoo, she earned a BS degree in Pharmacy from the University of Michigan. While there, she was nominated to become a member of the Circle Honor Society and Lambda Kappa Sigma. She practiced Pharmacy in Michigan at the University of Michigan Health Center and at the Carle Clinic in Urbana, Illinois. Barbara was the beloved wife of Dr. R ...
Walter Leacy Smith FEB 24, 1934 - JAN 06, 2010
Walter Leacy Smith TYBEE ISLAND – Walter Leacy Smith, 75, died Wednesday, January 6, 2010, at his home on Tybee Island. Born February 24, 1934 in Savannah, he was the son of the late William Xavier and Ellen Leacy Smith. He attended Blessed Sacrament Catholic School and was a 1952 graduate of Benedictine Military School. Mr. Smith served in the United States Navy aboard the USS Macon. He was employed by Southern Bell / AT&T for thirty-four years and was a member of the Communications Workers of America. He was also the owner of Speedy Mart and Walt Smith Co. He was a communicant of St. Mic ...
Rachel Abbruzzese Campbell APR 11, 1970 - JAN 04, 2010
Rachel Abbruzzese Campbell, 39, died Tuesday, January 4, 2010 under the care of Hospice Savannah. Mrs. Campbell was born in Westerly, RI on April 11, 1970. She was a graduate of Midlands Technical College and Troy University. Rachel was an IT Specialist, most recently working with the Federal District Court System. Mrs. Campbell is survived by her husband of 4 years, Darrell Lamont Campbell; son, Kayden Darrell Campbell; mother, Dawn Bennison Schutzenhofer and husband Jerome; father, Ronald Charles Abbruzzese, Sr.; siblings, Ronald Abbruzzese, Jr., Jason Jones and Jessica Schutzenhofer; matern ...
David Paul Byrd JUL 09, 1953 - JAN 03, 2010
Savannah- David Paul Byrd, 56, died January 3, 2010 at Memorial University Medical Center after a 17 year battle with cancer. He was a native of Savannah but raised in Jesup. David served six years in the U.S. Army before returning to Savannah in 1976. For many years, he was a long distance truck driver prior to becoming a Realtor with Remax Professional on Wilmington Island, where he was known for his trademark "white hat". David was of the Baptist faith. His father, Raymond L. Byrd and step-father, T.C. Anderson, both preceded him in death. Survivors include his special friend, Lynn Dickerso ...
Jamie Haney Kress OCT 01, 1934 - JAN 03, 2010
Jamie Haney Kress SAVANNAH – Jamie Haney Kress, 75, of Savannah, GA, wife of Walter Kress, died Sunday morning, January 3, 2010, at Candler Hospital after a short illness. Born in Batesville, MS, she was the daughter of Birdie Mae Eads Haney and Hester McDonald Haney. Jamie grew up in Waycross, GA and graduated from Waycross High School. While residing in Savannah she received her L.P.N. degree and then graduated from St. Petersburg College with her R.N. degree. She practiced nursing in St. Petersburg, FL and Savannah. She is survived by her husband of thirty-seven years, Walter Kress of Savan ...
Cynthia Sue Hawk JAN 16, 1956 - JAN 02, 2010
Cynthia Sue Hawk, 53, died January 2, 2010 at Hospice Savannah, Inc. She was born in Marion, Ohio, daughter of the Patricia Finney Hawk and the late William Jay Hawk. She was a 1973 graduate of Sol. C. Johnson High School and worked for her sister's deli, Slicers. Surviving are her mother, Patricia F. Hawk of Savannah; and sisters, Rebecca Thomaswick and Beth Hawk. Funeral service will be private. Remembrances: Hospice Savannah, Inc., P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416. ...
Cynthia Sue Hawk JAN 16, 1956 - JAN 02, 2010
Cynthia Sue Hawk, 53, died January 2, 2010 at Hospice Savannah, Inc. She was born in Marion, Ohio, daughter of the Patricia Finney Hawk and the late William Jay Hawk. She was a 1973 graduate of Sol. C. Johnson High School and worked for her sister's deli, Slicers. Surviving are her mother, Patricia F. Hawk of Savannah; and sisters, Rebecca Thomaswick and Beth Hawk. Funeral service will be private. Remembrances: Hospice Savannah, Inc., P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416. Please sign our on-line guest book at www.foxandweeks.com. Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel ...
Maxine Dodson Patterson JUL 13, 1936 - JAN 02, 2010
Savannah, Georgia - Maxine Dodson Patterson, 73, died January 2, 2010 at her residence. She was born in Bainbridge, Georgia, daughter of the late Winston and Lillie Mae Sellers Dodson. She lived in Bainbridge many years prior to moving to Nashville, Tennessee where she was a Real Estate Agent. She lived in Savannah for fifteen years and was a homemaker. Mrs. Patterson was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and a wonderful caregiver to many. Her husband, Charles Edwin Patterson, Sr. preceded her in death. Surviving are two daughters, Karen Elaine Patterson and Donna Lynn Patterson Hall both of ...
Mildred Jane Waldhour JAN 02, 2010 - JAN 02, 2010
Mildred Jane Rushing Waldhour, 88, died January 1, 2010 at her residence. She was a native of Statesboro, GA and lived in Savannah most of her life. She was retired as a Legal Secretary from the John Hennessey Law Firm. Mrs. Waldhour was a longtime member of Calvary Baptist Temple. She was preceded in death by her husband, John W. Waldhour, Sr. She is survived by two daughters, Janice Goulette and her husband, Mervin, of Ellabell, and Faye Robbins and her husband, Randy, of Charleston, SC, two sons, John W. Waldhour, Jr., and his wife, Lena, of Rincon, and Raymond Jerry Waldhour, of West Palm ...
Donald Gordon Craig SEP 03, 1935 - JAN 01, 2010
Donald Gordon Craig SAVANNAH - Donald Gordon Craig, 74, died on Friday, January 1, 2010. He was cared for at the Spanish Oaks Retreat and Hospice in Savannah since November 2, 2009. Don was born on September3, 1935 in Rockford, IL, to the late Rowena Williams Malone and the late Maj. Donald Francis Craig, USAMC. Don attended the Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Worcester, MA with a full scholarship, graduating in 1957 with a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, a diving trophy, and a letter in Lacrosse. During his senior year, Don was the Battalion Commander of the ROTC, was recognized as a ...
Richard Emerson McAllaster OCT 24, 1994 - JAN 01, 2010
Richard "Ricky" Emerson McAllaster, Jr. , age 15, died early New Year's morning in an automobile accident. Ricky, the son of Richard Emerson and Elison Backus McAllaster, is survived by his parents, his brother, George Mingledorff, his sister, Ann Marie McAllaster, his grandmothers, Marie Backus McGaughey of Savannah, GA, and Sally McAllaster of Port Orchard, WA; many aunts and uncles and a nephew and niece, Emily and George Mingledorff, Jr. Ricky lived life to the fullest while always exhibiting abundant energy and a very strong will. When he was seven, Ricky's family moved to Breckenridge, ...
Brian Hugh Leighton NOV 29, 1972 - DEC 31, 2009
Brian Hugh Leighton, 37, died December 31, 2009 at St Joseph's Hosptial. The lifelong resident of Savannah was formerly employed by Food Lion with twelve years of service. Mr. Leighton was an advocate for the disable having served with L.I.F.E., Inc. He was former president for the Savannah Council for the Blind where he actively served the blind community by participating on boards with the City of Savannah and through the State of Georgia. Surviving are his wife, Valerie Leighton of Savannah; parents, Andrew and Barbara Leighton of Savannah; sisters, Brandy Leighton and Amy Dixon both of Sa ...
Thomas Joseph Dillon, Sr. SEP 25, 1927 - DEC 30, 2009
Thomas J. Dillon, Sr., 82, a devoted Savannahian, family patriarch, and long-time attorney, died on December 30 from a short-term illness, with his family by his side. Prior to his retirement in 1994, Mr. Dillon was the Assistant Secretary, Associate General Counsel, and officer of Union Camp Corporation and was with the company for 29 years. Prior to that he was a partner with the law firm of Bouhan, Lawrence, Williams and Levy. Mr. Dillon was born on September 25, 1927, in Savannah. He was the son of the late Thomas Dillon and the late Elizabeth "Bessie" Emily Osterholtz Dillon. He graduated ...