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SMN 12 January 2010 Tuesday Savannah Morning News [01/12/2010] 32 Obits.

Janet Causey Baker -

 

GLENNVILLE - Janet Causey Baker, 54, died Sunday, January 10, 2010 at her residence in Glennville. The Ware County native had lived in this area all of her life. She was employed as an LPN at Glenvue Nursing Home and was of the Primitive Baptist faith. She loved the outdoors and especially enjoyed fishing. She is preceded in death by husband, Leon Baker. Survivors include: children, Leigh and Bo Hutcheson, Jason Baker, Julie and Jeffrey Durrence, all of Glennville; fiance, Carter Thompson; brother, Bill Causey (Jo) of Savannah; brother-in-law, Larry Baker; sister-in-law and brother- in-law, Libby and Carlos Reeves; grandchildren, Ariel and Scott Flury, Logan Durrence and Landon Baker, several nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles also survive. Visitation will begin at 6:00 pm, Tuesday, January 12 at Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, January 13, 2010 at Bay Branch Primitive Baptist Church. The body will lie in state for one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Remembrances: Tattnall CARES, P. O. Box 2356, Reidsville, GA 30453. Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home Glennville Chapel Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010.

Charlie Albert Beasley -

 

METTER - Charlie Albert Beasley, 60, died Monday. Survivors: children, Carl (Camille), Ken (Charlene) Diana Beasley, Angela (David) St. John, sister, Adlene Mack, and 7 grandchildren. Visitation Tuesday 5-8 at the funeral home. Funeral: 11 a.m., Wednesday at Metter Church of God with burial in the Lake Cemetery. Kennedy-Morgan-Brannen Metter-Cobbtown "Our Family Serving Your Family" Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010.

 

 

Jacob Reynolds Berger -

 

SAVANNAH - 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); with six grandchildren, two spouses, and four great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jake and Effie Berger, his brother Pomp Berger, his sister Minnie Berger Adams; and is survived by his sister Nancy Berger Lynch (Allen, TX). Jake graduated from Virginia Polytechnic Institute in 1951, and led a successful career with Georgia Pacific from 1951 until his retirement in 1995. He managed GP's Savannah Plywood Plant, Distribution Centers in Savannah and Augusta, GA, and was GP's sales representative for Olayan Saudi Holdings in Saudi Arabia (1979-81). Jake's leadership roles included serving as President of the Savannah Exchange Club, President of the Hardwood Plywood Manufacturing Association for North America, and a faithful leader in many roles at Bull Street Baptist Church in Savannah (1952-1979). He was a loyal member of First Baptist Church of Augusta (1981-present). In retirement, Jake, a 7th-generation namesake, updated the Jacob Berger history of over 10,000 family members and preserved the over 250 year old Berger Cemetery in Pittsylvania County, VA. Visitation will be in Savannah, GA, Tuesday January 12, at Fox and Weeks Funeral Home, 7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. The funeral will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 13, at Bull Street Baptist Church, 17 East Anderson Street, 2:00 p.m., with burial following at Bonaventure Cemetery. Continuing Jake's legacy of service, memorial gifts can be sent to the donor's favorite place of service, in Jake's name. Please sign our on-line guest book at www.foxandweeks.com Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010.

Mr. Charlie Blocker -

 

CLAXTON - Mr. Charlie Blocker, 97, passed into eternal rest. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time, but will be announced at a later date by Harper's Funeral Home. Harper's Funeral Home Claxton, GA Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010.

Mrs. Martha A. Byrd -

 

BELLVILLE - Mrs. Martha A. Byrd, 63, passed into eternal rest. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time, but will be announced at a later date by Harper's Funeral Home. Harper's Funeral Home Claxton, GA Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010.

J. Fletcher "Grits" Comer -

 

SAVANNAH - 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. Memorial Services will be private. Please sign our on-line guest book at www.foxandweeks.com Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010.

 

 

Harry Cutter -

 

LINCOLN CITY, NJ - Harry Cutter, 67, died January 2, 2010 in Lincoln Park, NJ Care Center. Born August 17, 1942 in Savannah, GA, to Joe Martin Cutter and Pecallo Potter Cutter. Family and friends please call Melissa Woods, social worker at 973-696-3300, ext. 337, or Keri Memorial Home, 8000-491-1039. Keri Memorial Home Lincoln, NJ 07035 973-694-1582 Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010.

 

 

Ms. Patrice Davis -

 

RINCON - Ms. Patrice Davis, 44 entered into eternal rest on Saturday, January 9, 2010 at St. Joseph Hospital.Ê She will be sadly missed by her family and friends.Ê Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time but will be announced at a later date by Smalls Funeral Home, Inc. Smalls Funeral Home Guyton, GA "Family serving Families" Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannnahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010. "My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you..." Tonya , GA

Bonnie Jean Deal -

 

BRISTOL - Bonnie Jean Deal, 76, died Sunday. Survivors: children, Denise (Rodney) Brannen, Kellie (Larry) Hand, William Deal, Jr., Kevin Deal, and other relatives. Visitation: 5-7 p.m., Tuesday at the funeral home. Graveside funeral services will be 11:30 a.m., Wednesday from Piney Grove Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery. www.rinehartandsons.com Rinehart and Sons Funeral Home Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010.

 

 

Thomas "Smiley" Gary Dugger -

 

SAVANNAH - Thomas "Smiley" Gary Dugger, 73 passed away January 10, 2010 in Savannah, GA. Visitation: Wednesday, January 13, 2010 from 6 - 8 PM at the Fairhaven Funeral Home. Graveside Service: Thursday, January 14, 2010 at 11:00 AM at Bethel Cemetery. Fairhaven Funeral Home & Crematory 2794 U.S. Hwy 80 West Garden City, GA 31408 912-964-2862 www.fairhavenfuneralhome.net Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010.

 

 

Vivian Frisbee Fowler -

 

ODUM - Vivian Frisbee Fowler, 88, Sunday. Survivors: daughters: Patricia (John H.) Smith, Linda (Gary) Odum, son: James W. Fowler, 11 Grandchildren, 15, Great-grandchildren, 5 Great-great-grandchildren. Visitation: 6-8 p.m., Tuesday at the funeral home. Funeral: 2 p.m., Wednesday, from the Rinehart chapel. Interment: Odum City Cemetery. www.rinehartandsons.com Rinehart and Sons Funeral Home Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010.

Raymond Gibson -

 

LEESBURG - Raymond Gibson, 96, died January 9, 2010. Survivors: sons, John W. Gibson, Paul Gibson, and Milton Gibson. Visitation: 6-8 p.m., Tuesday in the Chapel of David E. Miles Funeral Home. Funeral: 1 p.m., Wednesday in the Chapel of David E. Miles Funeral Home. Burial: Ten Mile Creek Church Cemetery. David E. Miles Funeral Home Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010.

Mrs. Bonnie Gilchrest -

 

METTER - Mrs. Bonnie Gilchrest, 71, died on Friday, January 8, 2010. The family will conduct a memorial service on Friday at 11 a.m., at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Metter. Wood Funeral Home Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010.

 

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Mother Dora Guy (1916-January 9, 2010).  

 

SAVANNAH, CHATHAM COUNTY, GEORGIA - Mother Dora Guy, 93, made her transition from earth on Saturday, January 9, 2010, in Merrillville, IN. A former resident, Mother Guy lived in Savannah from 1992-2004. She was a member of the Trinity Foundation Missionary Baptist Church, and served as Church Mother. Survivors include: daughters, Geraldine (Rev. Hal P. McKinley, Sr.) of Savannah, Cynthia (Lonnie) McDade of Gary, IN, nine grandchildren, including Minister Marlene (Darin) Ferguson of Savannah; eleven great- grandchildren and 7 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held in Gary, IN on Saturday, January 16, 2010, Michael & Brown Funeral Home "Friends Serving Friends". Savannah Morning News (SMN), Tuesday, January 12, 2010. Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.SavannnahNow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010. http://www.Legacy.com/obituaries/savannah/obituary.aspx?n=dora-guy&pid=138484472 Mother Dora Guy (1916-January 9, 2010). http://twitpic.com/xsha6 - http://bit.ly/7Sju9j

 

Margaret Jarriel Harrison -

 

POOLER - Margaret Jarriel Harrison, 84, of Pooler, died Friday, Jan 9, 2010 at Memorial Medical Center. She was born in Tattnall County, Ga., and was preceded in death by her husband, Lonnie Harrison. She was the former owner of MarLon's Florist on the Old Dean Forest Road, until her health caused her to sell the business. She was a member of Silk Hope Baptist Church, where she sang in the Choir, and was active in the Ruth Sunday School Class. She is survived by 3 sons, Larry Bowen, Kenneth Bowen, & Jimmy Bowen; a sister, Faye Anderson, of Collins, Ga.; a brother, Jerry Jarriel, Sr., of Cobbtown, Ga., and several nieces and nephews. Visitation: 10 - 11 a.m. Wednesday at Silk Hope Baptist Church. Funeral Services: 11 a.m. Wednesday at Silk Hope Baptist Church, with Dr. Michael "Dusty" Reynolds and Rev. Jonathan Phillips officiating. Interment will follow at 2 p.m. at Cedar Creek Primitive Baptist Church near Collins, Ga. Remembrances: Silk Hope Baptist Church, 4929 Pineland Drive, Savannah, Ga 31405. Fairhaven Funeral Home & Crematory 2794 W. US Highway 80 Garden City, Ga 31408 912 964 2862 www.fairhavenfuneralhome.net Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannnahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010. "My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you..." Randy Powell, GA

Robert David Lloyd Hodge -

 

HORTENSE - Robert David Lloyd Hodge, 43, died Saturday. Survivors: wife, Valerie Hodge; sons, David L. Hodge, Aaron A. Hodge and Dalton L. Hodge; daughter, Ashley M. Hodge, and other relatives. Visitation: 12 Noon Wednesday at the funeral home. Funeral: 2 p.m., Wednesday from the James R. Gordon Memorial Chapel. Interment: Old Ritch Baptist Church Cemetery. www.howardjonesnobles.com . Howard-Jones-Nobles Funeral Home Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010.

Mr. Ronald "Ronnie Holliday -

 

SAVANNAH - Mr. Ronald "Ronnie Holliday, passed away on December 31, 2009 in Texas. A viewing will take place from 10:00-11:30a.m., on Saturday, January 9, 2010 at Immanuel C.O.G.I.C., 6604 N. Main St. Texas. Funeral services will follow at 11:30 a.m. Interment: Lincoln Memorial Cemetery, Savannah, GA, Tuesday, January 12, 2010. Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannnahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010. "I want to express my condolences to Ron's family. I worked with Ron for 3 years. He was a..." Steven Bustamante, TX. "To the family of Ronald Holliday whom we called "Doc" we will truly keep you in our..." Kennth and Shonda Ratcliff, TX. "Ron will truly be missed on North Rylander Circle. He was such a loving and kind neighbor..." LaTonia Joubert, TX.

 

Richard "Rick" C. Hutchins, Jr. -

 

RICHMOND HILL - Richard "Rick" C. Hutchins, Jr., 63, died suddenly at his residence on January 10, 2010. Rick was born in Baltimore, MD and was a former resident of Atlanta. For the past 13 years he lived in Richmond Hill. He was a retired safety manager for CRC, Inc. of Richmond Hill. He was an elder in the Richmond Hill congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. He worked as part of the regional building committee for Jehovah's Witnesses. He was an avid hunter and was a devoted, husband, father and grandfather. Survivors: wife of 43 years, Donna Hutchins; daughter, Kimberly Lynn and fiancŽ, Michael Skipper of Richmond Hill; son, Steven Wesley and Shannon Hutchins of Fayetteville, GA; grandsons, Ryan, Kevin and Joshua Richard and granddaughters, August and Olivia. Visitation: 6-8 p.m., Tuesday, January 12, 2010, Richmond Hill Funeral Home. Memorial Service: 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 13, 2010, Richmond Hill Funeral Home, Cox Chapel, with Elder James Clark officiating. Richmond Hill Funeral Home Cox Chapel 912-756-7575 Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010. "There are NO WORDS that could ever express the deep, deep, deep pain we feel in our heart..." THE HALL FAMILY, GA

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Ruth P. "Dickie" Liles (March 22, 1932-January 9, 2010).  

 

SAVANNAH - 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 of Tidewater Construction Corporation. They retired to The Landings in Savannah, Georgia in 1990 where Dickie enjoyed playing golf and acquiring new friends. Her generous smile and vigor of life could light up a room. She always celebrated life to the fullest and that enthusiasm was contagious to anyone in her presence. It was always a pleasure to be in her company. Dickie could be described as a strong woman, not only physically, but mentally and emotionally as well. She used this strength for the betterment of others, being civically involved in many projects and activities during her life. While living in Savannah she was affiliated with the Open Arms Group and Meals on Wheels as well as many other philanthropic groups. She enjoyed working in her beautiful yard and watching the birds that came to her feeder. Her greatest attribute was the love and devotion that she bestowed upon her family. Words cannot describe the love that she unselfishly gave to her family, always keeping their interest in mind before herself. Mrs. Liles is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Jack S. Liles, Sr.; children, Jenna Byrne and husband William of Willits, California, Jack S. Liles, Jr. and wife Deborah of Norfolk, Virginia, Richard Liles and wife Susan of Florence, South Carolina and Laura Liles Marshall of Savannah, Georgia; grandchildren, Dove Byrne, Colin Byrne, Jason Liles, Megan Liles, Zachary Liles, Rachel Liles, Emma Marshall, Claudia Marshall and Julia Marshall; great-grandchild, Ryko Byrne; brothers-in-law, John Richardson Liles of Virginia Beach, Virginia and William Hudson of West River, Maryland; sisters-in-law, Catherine Liles Long of Greensboro, North Carolina, Sarah Liles Suiter of Charlotte, North Carolina and Jane Perry Liles of Concord, North Carolina and a host of extended family, nieces, nephews and dear friends. A memorial service will be held Friday, January 15, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Isle of Hope United Methodist Church, 412 Parkersburg Road, Savannah, Georgia 31406. A reception will immediately follow at The Oakridge Club at The Landings. In lieu of flowers, it is requested that memorial contributions be made to the Humane Society, 7215 Sallie Mood Drive, Savannah, Georgia 31406. Please sign our on-line guest book at www.FoxAndWeeks.com  Savannah Morning News (SMN), Tuesday, January 12, 2010. Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.SavannnahNow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News from January 11 to January 12, 2010. "My thoughts and prayers are with you." Stephen Long, VA. "She is an awesome woman who touched my life deeply. Her love and beautiful, warm smile..." http://www.Legacy.com/obituaries/savannah/obituary.aspx?n=ruth-p-liles-dickie&pid=138450912 Ruth P. "Dickie" Liles (March 22, 1932-January 9, 2010).  http://twitpic.com/xsi3x - http://bit.ly/8alybQ

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Mrs. John Lyons (March 28, 1927-January 10, 2010).  

 

SAVANNAH, CHATHAM COUNTY, GEORGIA - 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 served as President of Blessed Sacrament Home & School, served many terms on the school board, and served as President of the Council of Catholic women. Jane was a recipient of the Benedictine Medal of Excellence, and was in the initial class of Hospice volunteers. She was a member of the Savannah Golf Club and her Tuesday bridge group that she loved dearly. Jane was also a Board member of River Supply, Inc. Jane is survived by her nine children: Rev. John Lyons, Peggy L. Padgett, Janie Bunger (Archie), Hal Lyons (Clyde) of Tybee Island, Holly L. Whitfield (Joe) of Lakeland, FL, Carol L. Brown (Jimmy) of Tybee Island, Michael Lyons (Spicer), Patrick Lyons (Patti) and Stephen Lyons (Donna) of Savannah. She also is survived by her grandchildren: Elizabeth M. Padgett, Archie Bunger, Jr. (Somer) of Little Rock, AR, Patrick Bunger, Mali, Caroline, Megan Lyons of Tybee Island, Kathleen Whitfield of Lakeland, FL, Rebecca & Spicey Lyons, and John & Matt Lyons, and great-grandchild, Mariah Padgett. Jane also is survived by her sister Mrs. Peggy M. Muller (Walter) and her sisters-in-law, Mrs. Marie Crider (Fretwell), Mrs. Kay Lyons and Mrs. Page Mulherin. She was also preceded by her parents, J. Harold and Margaret Haslam Mulherin and her brother, Harold Mulherin, Jr. Visitation will be at Blessed Sacrament Church on Tuesday, January 12th from 5pm-7pm with a Christian Wake Service at 6pm. Mass of the Resurrection will be held at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church on Wednesday, January 13th at 10:00am with her nephews serving as pallbearers. Burial will follow at The Catholic Cemetery. Remembrances: St. Vincent's Academy, 207 East Liberty, Savannah, GA 31401, Benedictine Military Academy, 6502 Seawright Drive, Savannah, GA 31406 or the Catholic organization of your choice. Please sign our on-line guestbook at www.FoxAndWeeks.com Savannah Morning News (SMN), Tuesday, January 12, 2010. Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.SavannahNow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010. http://www.Legacy.com/obituaries/savannah/obituary.aspx?n=jane-mulherin-lyons&pid=138484502 Mrs. John Lyons [Jane Mulherin Lyons] (March 28, 1927-January 10, 2010).  http://twitpic.com/xsimv - http://bit.ly/7uQwcH

 

 

Vincent "Jim" A. Montelpasse, Sr. -

 

COLLINS - Vincent "Jim" A. Montelpasse, Sr., 90, died Saturday, January 9, 2010 at his home. He moved here in 1990 and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy serving in World War II. Vincent retired from the U.S. Postal Service as a letter carrier and was a member of the Holy Family Catholic Church in Metter. He was a family man who enjoyed his retirement. Survivors are his wife, Susan Sviatko Montelpasse of Collins; daughters, Vivian M. ( Joseph) Jezierski of Crestwood, IL and Valerie A. (Gordon "Sam") Key of Ft. Leonard Wood, MO; four sons, Vincent A. (Clara) Montelpasse, Jr., of Tinley Park, IL, Victor A. (Deborah) Montelpasse of Kankakee, IL, Verne A. (Nancy) Montelpasse of Orland Hills, IL and Van A. Montelpasse of Collins; 15 grandchildren, four great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass will be held 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 23, 2010, at the Holy Family Catholic Church in Metter. A cremain burial will take place at the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, IL. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be sent to the Ogeechee Area Hospice, POB 531, Statesboro, GA 30459. Kennedy Funeral Homes Cobbtown Chapel Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News from January 11 to January 12, 2010.

 

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Grace Neises (1929-January 10, 2010).  

 

SAVANNAH, CHATHAM COUNTY, GEORGIA - 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, an educational organization. She was an enthusiastic board member of Second Harvest, where she helped found the Kid's CafŽ, Chefs Table, and Bread and Butter CafŽ, all highly successful programs. She was a dedicated volunteer at the Telfair Museum for 13 years beginning in 1993, serving as a docent, librarian, fundraiser and auxiliary guild board member. Grace was elected to the statewide board of the Georgia State Historical Association, served as the membership chair and traveled the state widely in that capacity. She was the one of few non-native Georgians to receive that honor. Grace was active in the Savannah Symphony Women's Guild, serving on the board and hosting events to support the orchestra. She was involved in fundraising for the renovation of the Lucas Theatre, and for the work of the Georgia Nature Conservancy. She is survived by her husband, Jack; brother, Ted Ludeke, of Cincinnati and Savannah; son, David Neises, and his wife, Sylvaine, of Savannah and Atlanta; son, Mark Neises, and his wife, Beth of Knoxville, TN; and daughter, Ellen Neises, and her husband, Patrick Colgan, of Brooklyn, NY; and four grandchildren: Laura Neises of New Orleans; Matt Neises of Dayton, TN; May and Nora Colgan; and many dear family friends. Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m. Thursday, January 14, 2010 at St. James Catholic Church. A reception will follow at the church. Burial: Private. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to a charity of your choice. Please sign our on-line guest book at www.FoxAndWeeks.com Savannah Morning News (SMN), Tuesday, January 12, 2010. Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.SavannahNow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010. http://www.Legacy.com/obituaries/savannah/obituary.aspx?n=grace-neises&pid=138484500 Grace Neises (1929-January 10, 2010).  http://twitpic.com/xsjby - http://bit.ly/8VHan3

 

 

Miriam Virginia Whitaker Phillips -

 

GLENNVILLE - Miriam Virginia Whitaker Phillips, 88, died Friday. Survivors: daughters, Vera Waterman, Scarlett Hall, and son, Jeffery Kennedy. Funeral: 11 a.m., Wednesday, January 13, 2010 from the chapel of Brannen- Kennedy Funeral Home. Burial: Glennville City Cemetery. Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home Glennville Chapel Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010.

 

W. Earl Price, Jr. -

 

SAVANNAH - William Earl Price, Jr., 81, of Savannah, Georgia, took the Golden Road to his home in Glory after succumbing to cancer. Funeral plans are incomplete and will be announced by Gamble Funeral Service, 410 Stephenson Avenue. Please share your thoughts about Mr. Price and his life at www.gamblefuneralservice.com . Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010.

 

Billy D. Reese -

 

SAVANNAH - Billy D. Reese, 60, died Monday, January 11, 2010 at Memorial University Medical Center. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel. Please sign our guest book on-line at www.foxandweeks.com Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010.

 

Mrs. Marion Priester Roberts -

 

SAVANNAH - Mrs. Marion Priester Roberts, 85, succumbed to the will of God on Sunday, January 10, 2010. The Savannah native was a graduate of Beach-Cuyler High School in Savannah. Mrs. Roberts was a 1946 graduate of South Carolina State College, Orangeburg, SC. She retired from the Business Office at Savannah State College, now Savannah State University, in 1987. A lifelong member of St. Matthew's Episcopal Church in Savannah. Mrs. Roberts was a member of several church organizations, including the St. Mary's Guild and the Episcopal Church Women. She was a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Surviving Mrs. Roberts are her daughters, Evadne L. Roberts and Margaret Anne (Grant) Roberts Pearson; two grandsons, Lee Grant Pearson, Jr. and Donald Lucius Pearson, all of Savannah; nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Bynes-Royall Funeral Home Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannnahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010.

 

Iris Othell Groover Ryals -

 

GROVETOWN - Iris Othell Groover Ryals, 74, died Sunday. Survivors: children, Hubert Ryals, Jr. (Catherine), Keith Ryals, Melinda Ryals (Donnie) Simmons, and Hubert Ryals, and other relatives. Visitation: 9 a.m., Wednesday at the funeral home. Funeral: 11 a.m., Wednesday from the James R. Gordon Memorial Chapel. Interment: Pinecrest Memorial Cemetery. www.howardjonesnobles.com . Howard-Jones-Nobles Funeral Home Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010.

 

Mr. Keith Strickland -

 

NAHUNTA - Mr. Keith Strickland, 75, died Friday. Survivors: wife, Gladys Dukes Strickland; sons, Ron Strickland, and Richard K. (Sandy) Strickland, and other relatives. Visitation: 6 p.m., Sunday at the funeral home. Funeral: 2 p.m., Monday at The Nahunta First Baptist Church. Burial: Smyrna Cemetery in Lulaton. www.fryefh.com . Frye Funeral Home Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010.

 

 

Mrs. Pallie Lee "Pal" Thurman -

 

SAVANNAH - Mrs. Pallie Lee "Pal" Thurman, 89, had her transition on Sunday January 10, 2010 at Tara of Thunderbolt surrounded by her loving family. She was a native of Jackson, GA and lived in Savannah 18 years. She attended the public schools of Butts County. She was a member of St. Mark Baptist Church where she served on the Deaconess Board. She was a retired cook. She is survived by five daughters; Marsha (Paul) Barnes, Phyllis (Michael) Jones, Miriam Bell, all of Savannah, GA, Oberia (Joe) Whitehead of Flovilla, GA, Vergilene (Wilbur) Webb of Indian Springs, GA, six sons; Clarence Gaston of Cincinatti, OH, Rev. Asa Mack (Glorine )Thurman of Flovilla, GA, Emerson (Clyde) Thurman of Jackson, GA, James (Pauline) Thurman of Macon, GA, Carey Thurman of Atlanta, GA, Sam Otis (Ceressa) Thurman of Jackson, GA, three sisters; Leila Shivers of Jackson, GA, Louise Gaston of Detroit, MI,, Emma Foster of Atlanta, GA, 40 grandchildren, a host of great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, great-great-great- grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives. Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannnahnow.com/obituaries ublished in Savannah Morning News from January 11 to January 12, 2010.

 

 

Mrs. Ida Lou Ports Tindal -

 

SAVANNAH - Mrs. Ida Lou Ports Tindal, 96, died Wednesday January 6, 2010 surrounded by her loved ones at home. She was a native of Waynesboro, GA. She was a member of Palen United Methodist Church for over 40 years. She leaves to mourn her passing one daughter; Mrs. Mildred Porter, two sons; Wilbur and Raymond Tindal of Savannah, GA, one brother; Roosevelt Ports of California, 9 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Home going services will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2010 at Canaan Community Church, 2401 Elgin St, Savannah, GA. Interment: Evergreen Cemetery. Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannnahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News from January 7 to January 12, 2010. "Mildred, Raymond and Wilbur, All Is Well Death is nothing at all, I have only slipped..." Manzetta Meadows, FL. "Wilbur, and, Family our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your..." Larry/Linda Simpson, GA. "Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you..." Delores & Andrea , GA. "To Raymond, I am very sorry for the loss of your Mother, May GOD continue to give you all..." Francina Gilbert, GA."May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you..." Teresa Jackson & "Ms. Ida's" great-grandson, Martin "Lil Marty" Tindal, FL

Alphonso Ward III -

 

SAVANNAH - Alphonso Ward III, 31 entered into eternal rest on Friday January 8, 2010 at his residence. The Savannah native was educated in the Public Schools of Chatham County. He was a member of Savannah Deliverance Center. His mother Mercedine G. Ward preceded him in death. Survivors: father, Alphonso Ward II, of Miami, FL; brother, Leonard Dukes; maternal grandmother, Beatrice Gordon; paternal grandmother, Josephine Cooper of Miami, FL, other relatives and friends. Bynes-Royall Funeral Home Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at savannahnow.com/obituaries .

Published in Savannah Morning News from January 9 to January 12, 2010.

 

Barbara "Hope" Whitten -

 

SAVANNAH - Barbara "Hope" Whitten, 17 months passed away, January 9, 2010 in Garden City, Georgia. Beloved daughter of Ernest & Tiffany Whitten. All services are private. Fairhaven Funeral Home & Crematory 2794 U.S. Hwy 80 West Garden City, GA 31408 912-964-2862 www.fairhavenfuneralhome.net Savannah Morning News January 12, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannahnow.com/obituaries Published in Savannah Morning News on January 12, 2010.

 
 

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