Obituaries
Jacqueline Lucy O'Connor JUL 21, 1921 - AUG 25, 2006
JACQUELINE LUCY GOLGOWSKI O’CONNOR Jacqueline L. O’Connor of Savannah, Georgia passed away on Friday, August 25, 2006 surrounded by her family. She was born on July 12, 1921 in New York City and raised her family on Long Island and Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania. Jacqueline married her childhood sweetheart, Desmond Charles and recently celebrated 63 years of marriage. Together they raised their seven children. Jacqueline was a devoted mother and grandmother of 12. She celebrated life with family and friends with a timeless elegance. Truly a woman who possessed both inner and physical beauty, Jacq ...
Henry Erlicher Malcolm NOV 22, 1924 - AUG 24, 2006
DR. HENRY E. MALCOLM Dr. Henry E. Malcolm died August 24, 2006 after complications following a recent surgery. Born on November 22, 1924, in Peoria, Illinois. Henry spent his undergraduate years at Dartmouth, medical school at Vanderbilt University, his internship at Johns Hopkins, and his residency at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. During his college years, he attended Midshipman’s School at Notre Dame, following by two years service in the United States Navy. Henry practiced Obstetrics and Gynecology in Lansing, Michigan, where he became Chief of Staff at Edward W. Sparrow Hospital. ...
Sarah Robertson Bradford APR 07, 1913 - AUG 24, 2006
SARAH ROBERTSON BRADFORD Sarah Robertson Bradford, dedicated educator, faithful church leader and devoted mother died Thursday at her home. She was born April 7, 1913, in Dover GA to Windell Arthur and Willie Ethel Ingram Robertson. As the youngest of four children, Sarah fulfilled her parents’ dream of completing a secondary and college education. After attending Macon, GA public schools she received a bachelor’s degree from Georgia State College for Women in 1933 with majors in English and physics and a minor in chemistry. She would later earn a master’s degree in education from Georgia Teac ...
Mary Lankford Bradley JUL 27, 1920 - AUG 22, 2006
MARY LANKFORD BRADLEY Savannah- Mary L. Bradley died August 22, 2006 at Hospice Savannah after a short illness. Mrs. Bradley was born in Lyons, Georgia on July 27, 1920, the daughter of the late Agnes McCauley Lankford and Judge George W. Lankford. She lived in Savannah most of her life and was a member of Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church. Mrs. Bradley retired from Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education after teaching at Hesse Elementary School for over 20 years. She was a member of Alpha Delta Kappa Education Sorority, Lachlan McIntosh Chapter DAR, Georgia Retired Educators Assoc ...
Frances Louise Wendel - AUG 22, 2006
Frances Louise Wendel Hilton Head-Frances Louise Wendel, 91, died Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at her residence. Born in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, she was daughter of the late Dwight R. and Edith Ferguson Davis. She was a long time resident of Tide Point on Hilton Head Island. She was preceded in death by her husband, William H. Wendel and her brother, Earl Davis. Surviving are one daughter, Christine Wendel of Santa Fe, New Mexico; sons, William Hall Wendel and Jeffrey Wendel both of Minnesota; three grandchildren; one great grandson; three brothers, Dwight R. Davis, Jr. and wife Jean and Lynn W. ...
Raymond Anthony Forker MAY 18, 1917 - AUG 20, 2006
RAYMOND ANTHONY FORKER Raymond A. Forker died Sunday, August 20, 2006 at his residence. Mr. Forker was born May 18, 1917 in Freeport, Long Island. He graduated from Freeport High School in 1935 and was a proud 1940 graduate of Georgia Tech with a Bachelor of Sciences in Industrial Management. Mr. Forker was a veteran of the United States Navy during World War II and served in the European Theatre, including at Normandy. He held the rank of Lt. Commander. He began his career in Savannah as President of Vend It Corporation. He subsequently pursued his love of shipping and founded the Blue Star S ...
Winnifred O'Connor Persse APR 04, 1922 - AUG 20, 2006
WINNIFRED O’CONNOR PERSSE Savannah- Winnifred O’Connor Persse, 84, died Sunday, August 20, 2006 at Memorial Health University Medical Center. A lifelong resident of Savannah, she was the eldest child of J. Harry and Winnifred Persse. She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister, Margaret and her brother, Harry. She was educated at Sacred Heart School and graduated from Saint Vincent’s Academy in 1940. She received her nursing education from Providence Hospital and received a baccalaureate degree in nursing education from the Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. She receiv ...
Charlotte Bridges Coursey MAY 16, 1940 - AUG 19, 2006
DATELINE: SUNBURY CHARLOTTE BRIDGES COURSEY Charlotte Bridges Coursey 66, died Saturday, August 19, 2006 at her home surrounded by her family. Born in Savannah, she moved to Sunbury three years ago. She retired from Savannah Coffee Roasters. She was preceded in death by her parents John & Bonnybell Bridges and her sister, Mary Doyle Morris Spence. Surviving are her children, Jack Coursey Lisa of Savannah, Douglas Coursey of Sunbury, Sissy Woods John of Savannah; sisters, Betty Albon of California, Barbara Jean Deason Ed of Sylvania, Sally Palmer, Jackie Rockett Charles, Bonnie Murray all o ...
Edna Page Herrmann JUL 01, 1920 - AUG 19, 2006
EDNA PAGE HERRMAN Edna Page Herrmann 86, died Saturday, August 19, 2006 at Memorial Health University Medical Center. She was a native of Treutlen County and a longtime resident of Savannah. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Temple. Surviving are, her daughter, Barbara H. Prieto of Savannah, her son, Paul R. Herrmann of Savannah, her grandchildren, Felice Reyes, Paul R. Herrmann II, Jose A. Prieto, Thomas A. Herrmann, Ana Lee Prieto Tone, a beloved niece, Page C. Patnode, a cousin, Colonel USMC Retired Thurston H. Dunn and numerous great grandchildren. Visitation will be Tuesday, August 22, ...
Frederick S Ramsey NOV 13, 1910 - AUG 19, 2006
FREDERICK S. RAMSEY Frederick S. Ramsey 95, died Saturday, August 19, 2006 at Savannah Square Retirement Community. He was a native and longtime resident of Auburn, New York. He had been a resident of Savannah since 1992. Mr. Ramsey was very active in the automotive industry as a salesman and owner of many dealerships throughout the Auburn, New York area. He was a member of Bull Street Baptist Church and was a mason. Mr. Ramsey was an accomplished organist and had a love for music. Surviving are, his wife, Vernice B. Ramsey of Savannah; a son and daughter in law, Dr. John T. and Sarah Ramsey o ...
Corinne Lucas Ott MAR 03, 1927 - AUG 18, 2006
CORINNE L. OTT Corinne L. Ott 79, died Friday, August 18, 2006 at Hospice Savannah. She was a native and longtime resident of Savannah. She was owner and operator of Corinne Ott Wedding Cakes in Savannah. She was a member of the Alee Temple Auxiliary and was a catholic. Surviving are, her daughter, Salli Ott-Lord of Okatie, S.C., a son, Gary Ott of Tennessee, her sister, Jeanne D. Anderson of Richmond Hill, grandchildren, Rhett and Kyle Lord of Okatie, S.C., Joey, Chucky, Jason, Velecia, Lizzie, and Kimberly Lord all of Tennessee, her nieces, Beverly Lucas Waite, Morgen Schaff, Jamie Ready, Jo ...
Ila Jean Dismukes NOV 04, 1932 - AUG 17, 2006
ILA JEAN DISMUKES We are saddened to announce the death of Ila Jean Dismukes, 73, daughter of Archie Gilbert Bazemore and Carrie Elizabeth Graves Bazemore Kemp. She was born in Sylvania, Georgia on November 4, 1932 and died August 17, 2006 in Savannah. Following graduation from Sylvania High School, Marion College in Virginia, and the University of Georgia, Ila Jean taught home economics, kindergarten, and special education in Screven and Chatham county schools. She was a member of the Savannah Area Genealogical Society. Jean enjoyed the beach and her farm, but traveling was her true passion. ...
Patty Crawford Gaillard MAR 17, 1914 - AUG 17, 2006
Savannah - Patty Crawford Gaillard, age 92, died Thursday, August 17, 2006, at Memorial Health University Medical Center. A Savannah native, the daughter of the late Dr. and Mrs. William Barron Crawford, Sr., she attended the Knox School in Cooperstown, New York. She was a member of the Junior League of Savannah, St. John’s Episcopal Church and St. Andrew’s Reformed Episcopal Church. Mrs. Gaillard taught pre-school and the first grade at Hancock Day School for more than twenty years. She loved the challenge of teaching children and the excitement each student experienced when he or she caught ...
Edna Hazel Chapman SEP 01, 1927 - AUG 16, 2006
Savannah – Edna “Hazel” Chapman, age 78, died Wednesday, August 16, 2006, at Candler Hospital. The native and lifelong resident of Savannah was a member of The Salvation Army Church for most of her adult life. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carnell Steven Chapman and a son, Michael Wayne Chapman. She is survived by two daughters, Kathy Smiley of Eden, GA and Beverly and “Jr.” Thompson of Midway; five sons, Frank S., III and Gloria Chapman of Eden, Ronnie Chapman, Dennis Chapman, Sr. and Charles Chapman, Sr., all of Savannah and Donald and Judy Chapman of Bloomingdale; a daughter-in- ...
Charles H. Godwin JAN 10, 1928 - AUG 15, 2006
Charles H. Godwin Charles Howell Godwin, 78, died Tuesday, August 15, 2006 at Memorial Health University Medical Center. He was a native of Savannah and was raised at Bethesda Home for Boys. Mr. Godwin was a member of New Life Fellowship Church for many years and was a member of Gideons International. He served in the United States Army, serving in Japan at the end of WWII and also served in the National Guard for thirty-six years, retiring as a major. He was also a member of the Thirteenth Colony Barbershop Quartet. He was preceded in death by his mother, Ethel Godwin, and his father Claude ...
Harry Russell Carpenter SEP 28, 1922 - AUG 14, 2006
Harry Russell Carpenter, 83, died on August 14, 2006 at St. Joseph's/Candler Hospital after a long illness. Harry was born on September 28, 1922 in Way's Station now known as Richmond Hill, Georgia. He was the son of the late Erwin W. Carpenter and Winifred Sutton Carpenter and Addie P. Carpenter. After graduating from Richmond Hill High School, Harry taught sheet metal at Richmond Hill Trade School. He worked for the civil service in Pearl Harbor after the attack on December 7, 1941 as a sheet metal worker. He then joined the 31st Division of the U. S. Army and served in the Philippines. He ...
Donald Lawrence Rose NOV 11, 1956 - AUG 14, 2006
DONALD LAWRENCE ROSE Donald L. Rose 49, died Monday, August 14, 2006 at his residence. He was a native of Newark, Ohio and grew up in Valparaiso, Indiana and had been a resident of Savannah for the past 29 years. He was presently employed with Philips Electronics. Surviving are, his mother, Katherine L. Rose of Valparaiso, Indiana, his sister, Anne Pollaksen of Porter, Indiana, his brother, David G. Rose of Indiana and a special friend, Kelli Rose. Memorial Services will be Thursday, August 17, 2006 at 7 p.m. at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors Hodgson Chapel. FOX AND WEEKS FUENRAL DIRECTORS H ...
Hazel Muggridge Miller OCT 03, 1918 - AUG 14, 2006
HAZEL M. MILLER Savannah Hazel Muggridge Miller, 87, died Monday evening, August 14, 2006, at Savannah Square Retirement Community under the care of Hospice Savannah. Born in Cairo, Georgia, she was the daughter of the late Will L. Muggridge and Mellie Lewis Muggridge. Mrs. Miller was a member of the Tennille United Methodist Church. She was a 1939 graduate of Georgia State Womans College, Valdosta, Georgia, and was a retired school teacher of the Washington County Public School System. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Miller was preceded in death by her grandson, Michael Scott Miller; three s ...
Joseph B. Kennedy AUG 13, 2006 - AUG 13, 2006
Joseph Bernard Kennedy, 84, died Saturday at St. Joseph’s Hospital. The native Savannahian attended Benedictine Military School and was a communicant of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church. During World War II he served as a crew chief in the 790th bomber squadron of the Eighth Air Force where he was awarded a Bronze Star and the ETO service medal with six clusters. After the war he joined the Georgia Air National Guard and later graduated from Fort Rucker flight training school as a helicopter pilot. He served the State of Georgia as an airplane and helicopter pilot with the rank of Chief W ...
Ruth Sisson McKenzie NOV 20, 1914 - AUG 12, 2006
Ruth Elizabeth “Betty” Sisson McKenzie, age 91, died Saturday, August 12. 2006, at her home on Isle of Hope. The Fernandina Beach, Florida native was the daughter of the late Charles Leslie and Ruth Sharpe Sisson and lived in Savannah for most of her adult life. As the daughter of a light house keeper, she spent her early years at various lighthouses along the east coast of Georgia, Florida, and South Carolina. She was a communicant of St. James Catholic Church and a member of the Golden Age Club and Senior Citizens of Chatham County. She was preceded in death by her husband of over 50 years, ...
Hai Tran FEB 25, 1950 - AUG 10, 2006
Hai Van Tran Hai Van Tran, age 56, died Thursday, August 10, 2006 at Memorial Health University Medical Center. He was born in Vietnam on February 25, 1950, the oldest of six children. He moved to the United States in 1975. For over twenty years, he owned and operated Hong Tan Oriental Grocery Store. He was a member of Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife, Rhonda Tran; two daughters, Hong Tran and Diem Tran; son, Tan Tran, all of Savannah. Prayer Services will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Saturday, August 12, 2006 thru Monday, August 14, 2006 at the Island ...
Colin L. Kelly JUL 22, 1944 - AUG 10, 2006
Colin L. Kelly died Thursday, August 10, 2006, at Hospice House. The New England native had lived in Savannah for the past seventeen years. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, stationed in England during the Viet Nam Conflict. He graduated with a degree in Hotel Management from Paul Smith College in New York and had worked in the hotel industry for most of his life. Surviving are his brother and sister-in-law, Crosby and Linda Kelly of Mt. Pleasant, SC; nephews, Tim Kelly of Glastonbury, CT and Matt Kelly of Victor, ID; a niece, Penny Schlesinger of London, England; and many dear ...
Herman O. Meyers APR 09, 1946 - AUG 09, 2006
On August 7, 2006, our beloved Hermie, age 60, left this earth to forever be our guardian angel. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Herman, a native of Savannah and lifelong resident was the son of Mary Paxton Meyers and the late Henry Von Glahn Meyers. He was employed by Union Camp/International Paper for thirty-seven years as an electrical mechanic in the industrial truck shop before retiring in 2001. While at the same time he had a passion for repairing golf cars, he was chosen to become a Club Car dealer of the Southeast Region where he owned and operated Southern ...
Robert Eugene Clark FEB 16, 1930 - AUG 09, 2006
Robert Eugene “Bob” Clark Robert Eugene “Bob” Clark, 76, died Wednesday, August 9, 2006 at his home under the care of Hospice Savannah Inc. The native of Portland, OR, spent his early life in Modesto and Santa Cruz, CA, before entering the US Air Force. During his twenty years of service, Bob served in the 2nd Bomb Wing, the 96th Bomb Squadron of the Strategic Air Command and the Korean Conflict. Following his retirement as a CM/Sgt. in June 1967, he began a career with Gulfstream Aerospace in Savannah that lasted until his retirement in 1989. He was a member of the White Bluff UMC and a membe ...
Charlotte Anne Haslam AUG 08, 2006 - AUG 08, 2006
Charlotte Anne Haslam infant daughter of John and Laura Haslam of Savannah died Tuesday, August 8, 2006 at Candler Hospital. She is also survived by grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John Forrest Gee III, Mr. and Mrs. Emerson Sonny Petrea, and Mr. and Mrs. J. Harry Haslam, Jr.; maternal great grandmother, Mrs. J. Forrest Gee; paternal great grandmother, Hilda E. Lee; paternal great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. Harry Haslam, Sr.; as well as aunts and uncles, Mr. and Mrs. Ryan F. Haslam and Mr. Mark C. Haslam In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mary Telfair Women’s Hospital Fund in care of Th ...
Craig Daniel Bowen NOV 11, 1960 - AUG 07, 2006
Daniel Craig Bowen Daniel Craig Bowen, 45, went to be with our Heavenly Father on August 7, 2006. He was born in Savannah on November 11, 1960. Dan was a U. S. Army veteran and served with the 82nd Airborne Division in Kuwait and Panama. He was a registered nurse and worked in several area hospitals. At the time of his death he was employed by John Hodges Construction, Inc. as a carpenter’s assistant. Dan was featured as WTOC’s Hometown Hero on two occasions. Once when he saved the life of a woman, and the other, when he climbed a very tall tree to rescue a kitten that had been stranded for se ...
Darlene Caldwell JAN 21, 1945 - AUG 07, 2006
Darlene Caldwell, age 61, died Monday, August 7, 2006, at Candler Hospital. The Waco, Texas native was a graduate of Arlington Heights High School in Ft. Worth, Texas and Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas. She taught school and was in the Real Estate business in Texas and Massachusetts and moved with her husband from Sandwich, Massachusetts to The Landings on Skidaway Island in 2002. Surviving are her husband, Don Caldwell of Savannah; three children, Brian David Caldwell of Austin, Texas, James Curtis and Katie Caldwell of Savannah, and Shannon Leigh Martoccia of Greenville, South Carol ...