Obituaries
Eric V. Gilbert JAN 14, 1940 - DEC 19, 2007
Reflections of Life Eric Vonzell Gilbert, of Savannah, Georgia took flight from this earthly life to his heavenly home on Wednesday, December 19, 2007. He was born in Chicago, Illinois on January 14, 1940, the third of seven children born to the union of the late Odis, Sr. and Catherine Gilbert. Eric accepted Christ as his personal savior at an early age. In 1959 he graduated from Crane Technical High School.. He joined the U.S. Air Force in September of 1959. Upon completion of his entrance test, he was given the choice of three career fields. Communications, Security and Administration. He ...
Russell Braxton Ashley AUG 27, 1919 - DEC 19, 2007
Russell B. Ashley Savannah- Mr. Russell B. Ashley, 88, died Wednesday, December 19, 2007 after a short illness. He was a welder, retired from Continental Can Company, a member of Thunderbolt Baptist Church, a WWII veteran, having served in the U.S. Merchant Marines. He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Nassie Paulk Ashley. A loving and giving family man, he will be deeply missed by all who ever knew him. Survivors include his sons, Bobby Ashley Barbara and Russell Ashley Phyllis; daughter, Gail Downing Richard; sister-in-law, Billie Daniels; Sister, Iris Harrell; six grandchildren ...
Catherine Ellzey Davis JUL 21, 1917 - DEC 16, 2007
Tybee Island- Mrs. Catherine Fogarty Ellzey Davis “Mutt”, born July 21, 1917, passed into eternal rest, December 16, 2007at home in peace surrounded by loved ones. She was born at Telfair Hospital in Savannah and was preceded in death by her parents, Daniel Thomas Fogarty, Sr. and Elizabeth Knox Farrell; step-father, Joel Thomas Farrell and daughter, Joel Marie Floyd. She was a lifelong member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church and worked effortlessly as a volunteer from the opening of St. Michael’s School. She was one of the original organizers of the thrift shop and a volunteer for countless y ...
Lillian Grace Register MAY 24, 2006 - DEC 15, 2007
Lillian 'Lilli Grace' Register, 18 months old died December 15, 2007 at Memorial Health University Medical Center. Lilli Grace loved to learn, laugh and most of all dance. She was a miracle girl who changed this world in a short 18 months. She was and always will be her parents pride and joy. Though only for a short time, Lilli Grace was the best big sister, who loved to 'row-row' and kiss on baby Haley. She captured the hearts of everyone who met her, just ask them! Her smile would light up a room and her fun-loving personality would melt your heart. She is and forever will be part of a famil ...
Fern G. Hatcher MAR 01, 1924 - DEC 15, 2007
Fern G. Hatcher Savannah, GA - Fern G. Hatcher, 83, a native of Reading, PA, passed away Saturday, December 15, 2007, at Azalealand Nursing Home in Savannah, GA. A native of Reading, PA, she and her husband had resided in St. Petersburg, FL for sixty years. She was the loving wife, of sixty-one years, of James T. Hatcher of Savannah; sister to Kathryn Walters of Sinking Springs, PA and Melvin Carl of Reading, PA; mother of JoAnn Hagan of Savannah and Cindy Lovinger of Cleveland, OH. Memorial services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 19, at Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemeter ...
Ruth Spanola St. Clair JAN 13, 1923 - DEC 14, 2007
Ruth Spanola St. Clair, 84, died December 14, 2007 at Hospice Savannah, Inc. She was born in Charlotte, North Carolina and lived in Savannah since 1952. Mrs. St. Clair was a member of St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church and a homemaker. Her husband, Gabriel William St. Clair preceded her in death. Surviving are her daughter and son-in-law, Patricia and Joe Fobes of Tybee Island; grandchildren, Joel, David, Donny and Kelly. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Remembrances: St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 10 W. 31st. St. Savannah, GA 31401 or Hospice Savannah, Inc., P.O. ...
Mary Delores Lee MAR 27, 1942 - DEC 13, 2007
Savannah- Mary Delores Lee, 65, died on December 13, 2007 at Hospice House. Delores is the daughter of the late James and Francis McAleer Freeman. She was born and raised in Savannah. She retired as a registered nurse from Azalealand Nursing Home. Delores was a communicant of St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church. She played an instrumental role in starting the Hands of Christ Ministry. She is preceded in death by her husband, James Lee. She is survived by her two sons: Matthew Shannon Lee of Pt. Wentworth, GA and Mike Carol Lee of Albany, GA; grandchildren: Rachel, Andrew and Logan Lee; Siste ...
William Henry Aeger DEC 03, 1928 - DEC 12, 2007
William Henry Aeger, 79, died December 12, 2007 at Hospice Savannah, Inc. surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Savannah, son of the late Charles Conrad Aeger and Verb Shuman Aeger. Mr. Aeger served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict and in the Georgia Air National Guard. He was retired from Kaiser Chemical and was co-owner of A & S Printing. Bill was a member of the Exchange Club of Savannah, Ambucs, Greater Athletic Hall of Fame, Old Timers Softball Club, American Legion Post No. 184 and a communicant of the Catholic Church. He enjoyed his vegetable garden, co ...
John Pierce Browne Jr. AUG 16, 1922 - DEC 12, 2007
JOHN PIERCE BROWNE JR. “ JACK” John Pierce Browne, Jr. “Jack”, 85, died Wednesday, December 12, 2007 at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Mr. Browne was a native and lifelong resident of Savannah. He was a communicant of St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, a member of the Hibernians Society, the Alee Temple where he was past president of the Oriental Band and member of Solomon’s Masonic Lodge. Mr. Browne was past president of the Georgia High School Football Officiating Association and was very active officiating high school baseball and football games. Mr. Browne was a purchasing agent with the City of ...
Betty Jo Kahrs AUG 23, 1930 - DEC 12, 2007
Betty Jo Hendry Kahrs, 77, died Wednesday, December 12, 2007 in Savannah. Mrs. Kahrs was born on August 23, 1930 in Hinesville, GA, the daughter of the late F.W. and Gladys Hendry. She was a 1951 graduate of St. Joseph's Nursing School, afterward becoming one of the first nurses to work at Memorial Hospital when it opened. She later worked as a nurse at Georgia Regional, Jenkins High School and ultimately Azalealand Nursing Home. Betty enjoyed playing bridge, gardening and spending time with her family. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church. Mrs. Kahrs is survived by her husband of ...
Thomas Eason Watson MAR 21, 1926 - DEC 11, 2007
Thomas Eason Watson, 81, passed away peacefully at home on December 11, 2007. Mr. Watson was born in Wilcox County, GA, the son of the late James W. and Vera M. Watson. He served in the United States Navy as a Signalman during World War II and was assigned to the USS Basilan AG68. At the completion of his military tenure he began working with Interstate Life Insurance Co., where he retired after 25 years of loyal service. Thomas was a regular attendee of the Tuesday Night Supper Club at the Tybee Lite Shrine Club. Mr. Watson was preceded in death by his brothers, Wilbur and Billy Watson. He i ...
Catherine Linton Green Melton OCT 21, 1930 - DEC 11, 2007
Catherine Linton Green Melton Metter- Catherine Linton Green Melton 77, died Tuesday, December11, 2007, at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Mrs. Melton was a native of Savannah, living most of her life in New York and Maryland. She has been a resident of Metter for the past 15 years. Mrs. Melton attended Westside Christian Church and was retired from General Motors. Surviving are, her husband, Henry Elliott Melton of Metter, daughter, Catherine Schramn and husband Ed of Rochester, NY, son, Jeffrey Green and wife Elizabeth of Rincon, son, Emory J. Green and wife Lori of Batavia NY, son, William R. Gree ...
Allan Carl Ranta DEC 31, 1931 - DEC 11, 2007
Allan Carl Ranta, 75, died Tuesday, December 11, 2007 in Savannah. Mr. Ranta was born on December 31, 1931 in Red Lodge, Montana. He graduated from Montana State University with a degree in Architectural and Structural Engineering. He served in the United States Air Force as a First Lieutenant and was stationed in Savannah. At the completion of his military tenure he was employed by the Corps of Engineers and later practiced architecture in Savannah until his retirement. Mr. Ranta was preceded in death by his wife, Gloria Rahal Ranta. He is survived by his two daughters, Tanya Ranta Larvan and ...
James W. Trussell NOV 15, 1948 - DEC 07, 2007
Savannah- Mr. James W. Trussell, 59, died Friday, December 7, 2007 at his home. He is survived by his wife, Ellen Jacob Trussell; daughter, Stacy Hale and her husband, Nick; two grandchildren, William & Henry Hale; three sisters, Cyndy Tabakin, Pencia Truhan, Loryane Highsmith and their families. Mr. Trussell was preceded in death by his son, David Scot Trussell There are no funeral services planned at this time. ...
John M. Foughner, Jr. AUG 08, 1926 - DEC 07, 2007
JOHN M. FOUGHNER John M. Foughner of Lakeland, Florida died Friday, December 7, 2007. He was born in Savannah, Georgia and attended Benedictine Military School. Mr. Fougher was a veteran of the United States Army serving in WWII. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Phyllis and two sons, Wesley and Robert Brasse; his sister, Henrietta Brynes Lester of Lakeland, Florida; a sister-in-law, Jane Byrnes of Savannah; four grandchildren and one great grandchild. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews in Savannah, South Carolina and Florida. Funeral Services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, Decembe ...
Carmen Hubbard Rivers JUL 16, 1927 - DEC 07, 2007
Carmen H. Rivers Carmen Elizabeth Hubbard Rivers, 80, died Friday, December 7, 2007 at St. Joseph’s Hospital. She was a native of Tampa, Florida and lived in Savannah most of her life. She retired as office manager from Metropolitan Life Insurance Company after many years of service. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Midway and was a former member of the Fleming Baptist Church where she served as a Sunday School teacher for the Faith Sunday School class. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Wightman Rivers and her sister, Ellen Culberson. She is survived by her brothe ...
Vera H Godbee APR 14, 1918 - DEC 07, 2007
VERA H. GODBEE Vera H. Godbee 89, died Friday, December 07, 2007 at Spanish Oaks Retreat. Mrs. Godbee was born in Bulloch County and was a longtime resident of Savannah. She was a member of Ardsley Park Baptist Church. Mrs. Godbee was preceded in death by her husband, Larry D. Godbee and her sons, Bobby and Richard Godbee. Surviving are, her son and daughter-in-law, Phillip and Helen Godbee of Savannah, two grandchildren, Dell and Michael Godbee and one great grandchild, Cody Godbee. Visitation will be Sunday, December 9, 2007 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors Hodgson Ch ...
Jean Cummiskey JUL 07, 1932 - DEC 06, 2007
Jean Cummiskey, died December 6, 2007 at Memorial Health University Medical Center. She received her B.S. Degree from the University of Michigan in 1953. Subsequently she received a Masters Degree from The School of Public Health, at Michigan in 1966 and her Doctorate in The School of Public Health at Tulane University of New Orleans in 1973. She retired from Zenith Laboratories, Northvale, New Jersey in 1996 and moved to The Landings in Savannah, Georgia. She is survived by her husband, Patrick Cummiskey; three sons, Kevin Cummiskey of San Mateo, California, Keith Cummiskey of Dallas, Texas ...
William Holliday JAN 03, 1956 - DEC 05, 2007
Savannah- William Baylus Holliday, 51, devoted husband and father and loyal friend to many people, passed away at home on December 5, 2007. Bill was born and raised in Savannah. He was a graduate of Savannah High School and Armstrong Atlantic State University. He had a degree in business and finance and worked as a stocks and commodities broker for over 20 years. Bill was a member of First Christian Church. He was a Sunday school teacher for many years, a deacon, and held various other offices. He was a member of the Savannah Yacht Club and a sailor. He was a loyal Bulldog fan and a real chara ...
Jack Bevin Kieffer JUN 08, 1915 - DEC 03, 2007
Jack B. Kieffer Jack Bevin Kieffer, 92, died Monday, December 3, 2007 at Memorial Health University Medical Center. He was a native and lifelong resident of Savannah. He was a member of St. John’s Church, the German Heritage Society and former President of the Humane Society of Savannah. Surviving are his sister and brother-in-law, Harriet and James A. Green, of Mobile, Alabama, and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Remembrances may be made to the Humane Society of Savannah or St. John’s Church. Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel ...
Dewey Allen Doss, Sr. JAN 20, 1920 - DEC 03, 2007
DEWEY ALLEN DOSS, SR Dewey Allen Doss, Sr.., 87 of Savannah went to be with the Lord on Monday, December 3, 2007 at Hospice Savannah. He was born in Soperton, Georgia, on January 20, 1920. He served in the United States Army from 1938 to 1945. On September 16, 1940, some 700 young men the from Savannah area with the Georgia National Guard, 118th Field Artillery Regiment, were mobilized. Dewey was one of less than twelve remaining members. He served in the 66th Infantry Panther Division and received several awards. He was past president of the Savannah Volunteer Guards and a member of St. Micha ...
Dewey Allen Doss JAN 20, 1920 - DEC 03, 2007
DEWEY ALLEN DOSS, SR Dewey Allen Doss, Jr., 87 of Savannah went to be with the Lord on Monday, December 3, 2007 at Hospice Savannah. He was born in Soperton, Georgia, on January 20, 1920. He served in the United States Army from 1938 to 1945. On September 16, 1940, some 700 young men the from Savannah area with the Georgia National Guard, 118th Field Artillery Regiment, were mobilized. Dewey was one of less than twelve remaining members. He served in the 66th Infantry Panther Division and received several awards. He was past president of the Savannah Volunteer Guards and a member of St. Michae ...
Judith Ann Wetmore OCT 17, 1938 - DEC 01, 2007
Judith Ann LaRocque Wetmore, 69, died peacefully Saturday, December 1, 2007 at Saint Joseph's Hospital, Savannah. Judy was born October 17, 1938 in Bay City, Michigan but lived most of her adult life in Savannah. She worked as a surgical nurse until marrying and starting a family. Judy was an involved member of Wilmington Island United Methodist Church. She helped design the Memorial gardens, worked with the pumpkin patch and Christmas tree fund raisers, and along with her husband, was a youth coordinator for many years. She was an active member of the Wilmington Island Garden Club and was a t ...
Margaret Boyd Wood FEB 17, 1921 - NOV 30, 2007
Margaret B. Wood TYBEE ISLAND- Margaret B. Wood, 86, died Friday, November 30, 2007, at Hospice House. A native and lifelong resident of Tybee Island, Mrs. Wood was a member of Trinity Chapel United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women. She was a member of the Tybee Island Historical Society, the Tuesday Supper Club at Tybee Light Shrine Club and a charter member of the Tybee Island Garden Club. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Steele Wood, Jr., her son, Thomas Steele Wood, III, a brother, Richard Boyd, and a sister, Helen Clements. Surviving are her daughter, Barbar ...
Pamela Paullin Finberg FEB 03, 1953 - NOV 30, 2007
Pamela Paullin Finberg Savannah-Pamela Paullin Finberg, 54, died Friday, November 30, 2007 at Hospice Savannah. Survivors: daughter, Autumn Marie Finberg of Naples, FL; parents, Harold A. and Beverly G. Paullin of Savannah; brothers, T. Mark Paullin of Charlotte, NC and Patrick B. Paullin of Summerville, SC. Memorial services will be held in Charlotte NC and Naples FL at dates to be determined. ...
Dr. Jason Shane Speir MAY 29, 1974 - NOV 28, 2007
Dr. Jason Shane Speir SAVANNAH- Dr. Jason Shane Speir passed away suddenly on Wednesday, November 28, leaving behind his beloved wife Anna Koncul Speir of Savannah. Jason was a native Savannahian, and he practiced medicine in Savannah, working in neurology and specializing in movement disorders. He had worked at Savannah Neurology at St. Joseph's/Candler Hospital. Jason graduated from Savannah Country Day School and University of Georgia. He accomplished his medical school and residency at Medical College of Georgia in Augusta. Jason loved the outdoors to include his passions of hunting and ...
Mark Lancaster Wallace NOV 27, 1962 - NOV 27, 2007
Savannah- Mark Lancaster Wallace 45, died Tuesday November 27, 2007 at Memorial Health University Medical Center. He was born in Heidelberg, Germany and lived in Savannah, Georgia most of his life. Mark graduated from Savannah Christian Preparatory School and Emory Riddle Aeronautical University. He served as a Flight Engineer in the Georgia Air National Guard with the 158th Airlift Squadron. As a pilot, he was an avid aviation enthusiast. Mark was a member of Wilmington Island Presbyterian Church. He is survived by his mother, Carol Lancaster Wallace of Wilmington Island; 4 daughters, Chloe ...
Owen Eugene Clarke JUL 09, 1933 - NOV 26, 2007
Prominent Irish-American Book Publisher dies in Savannah Eugene Owen Clarke of Sun City, Bluffton, died Monday, November 26, 2007 after a six week battle with lung disease. Seventy four years of age, Eugene was born in Lenanavra, Mullagh, County Cavan, Republic of Ireland. A graduate of St. Patricks College, Cavan, Eugene boarded the boat to New York at the age of eighteen, accompanied by a younger sister. It was 1952. Gene soon made his mark in the New York book publishing community, first landing assignments with Barnes & Noble. In later years, he oversaw the publication of many well-k ...
Patricia Ann Gleason DEC 10, 1931 - NOV 26, 2007
Patricia Ann Gleason SAVANNAH - Patricia Ann Gleason, 75, died Monday, November 26, 2007, at the Little Sisters of the Poor St. Joseph’s Home in Richmond, Virginia. The native and lifelong resident of Savannah was born on December 10, 1931 to the late James Coleman and Mary Doyle Gleason. She was a communicant of the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist and Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. In addition to her parents, Miss Gleason was preceded in death by her brother, James Coleman Gleason, Jr. and her sister, Catherine Gleason McCarthy. Surviving are her uncle, William J. Doyle; and several cou ...