Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors

04/06/2026

Fox & Weeks is privileged to serve the family and loved ones of Michael James Chaplin (1943 - 2026). Michael was one of Britain’s most renowned artists, working primarily in the media of Intaglio Printmaking, Watercolour and Oils. Born on September 19 in Little Barford, Bedfordshire, England, he studied at Watford School of Art (National Diploma of Design) and Brighton School of Art (Postgraduate Qualification in Printmaking). Please click https://foxandweeks.com/obituaries/o/11522/Michael-James-Chaplin to offer condolences, light a remembrance candle and share memories of Michael through the Fox & Weeks website.

04/06/2026

Fox & Weeks is privileged to serve the family and loved ones of Jeffery Russell Dean, age 58, of Savannah, who passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at his residence. He was born on November 23, 1968, in Maryland to Phillip Dean and Martha Hineman Dean. Jeff grew up in Monrovia, Maryland, where he graduated Lingamore High School in 1986. He later received a bachelor's degree from University of Maryland. Jeff worked for several years assisting Paul Shealy DVM in surgery, he was his left-hand man. Jeff never, even thru his battle with cancer, never lost his ability to be kind and compassionate to all in the human and animal world. His since of humor was never diminished by any challenges he faced in life. Jeff was loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Please click https://foxandweeks.com/obituaries/o/11524/Jeffery-Russell-Dean to offer condolences, light a remembrance candle and share memories of Jeffery through the Fox & Weeks website.

Jeffery Russell Dean, age 58, of Savannah, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at his residence. He was born on November 23, 1968, in Maryland to Phillip D

04/06/2026

Fox & Weeks is privileged to serve the family and loved ones of William Charles Hutson, 51, of Brunswick GA, who passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on March 31, 2026, after a short illness. Will was born on June 5, 1974, in Savannah, GA. He would spend all of his formative years in his hometown and graduated from Jenkins High School in 1993. Afterwards, Will joined the U.S. Coast Guard and would spend over three decades in service to the U.S. government in various capacities. Please click https://foxandweeks.com/obituaries/o/11527/William-Charles to offer condolences, light a remembrance candle and share memories of William through the Fox & Weeks website.

William Charles Hutson, 51, of Brunswick GA, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on March 31, 2026, after a short illness. Will was born on

04/06/2026

Fox & Weeks is privileged to serve the family and loved ones of Diane Davis King (formerly Canady), 79, who passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at East Georgia Regional Hospital in Statesboro, GA. She was born October 3, 1946, in Savannah to the late Willie Shep Davis and Annie Mae Mitchell. Diane graduated from Savannah High School in 1964 and later attended Armstrong State College. She worked for Savannah Foods as the Credit Manager for over 30 years. Diane attended Trinity United Methodist Church and Bible Baptist Church. Diane had a vibrant personality and a love for life that touched everyone who knew her. She was Elvis’s number one fan and never missed a chance to enjoy his music. You could often find her laughing and spending time with her dear friends at Driftaway Cafe. Please click https://foxandweeks.com/obituaries/o/11518/Diane-Davis-King to offer condolences, light a remembrance candle and share memories of Diane through the Fox & Weeks website.

Diane Davis King (formerly Canady), 79, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at East Georgia Regional Hospital in Statesboro, GA. She was born October 3, 1946,

04/06/2026

Fox & Weeks is privileged to serve the family and loved ones of Marilyn Yvonne Cunningham Donaldson, who passed away in Savannah, Georgia, on Monday, March 30.2026. Marilyn was born August 18, 1936, in West Blocton, Alabama, the eldest child of John Jackson Cunningham and Annie Louise Moan Cunningham. Her family moved to Tucson, Arizona in 1938, where she lived until she married in 1959. Yvonne graduated from Tucson High School in 1954 and earned her Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Arizona in 1959. At the University, she was a member of Alpha Chi Omega. While modeling in a Panhellenic fashion show for her sorority, she met Phil Donaldson, one of the handsome Air Force cadets serving as escorts for the models. They began dating and 9 months later, nearing the completion of his duties at Davis-Monthan Air Force base, he asked Yvonne to be his wife and to accompany him back to his hometown of Savannah, Georgia, where his family's restaurant business awaited. Please click https://foxandweeks.com/obituaries/o/11526/Marilyn-Yvonne-Cunningham-Donaldson to offer condolences, light a remembrance candle and share memories of Yvonne through the Fox & Weeks website.

Marilyn Yvonne Cunningham Donaldson in Savannah, Georgia, on Monday, March 30.2026. Marilyn was born August 18, 1936, in West Blocton, Alabama, the eldest ch

04/05/2026

To our friends and neighbors who are missing a loved one on Easter, the Fox & Weeks family prays that you have a day filled with joy and God's peace.

04/01/2026

Fox & Weeks is privileged to serve the family and loved ones of Stephen Christy James, who died peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, March 28, 2026, with members of his family at his side.
Stephen was born in Parsons, Kansas, the younger son of Willard and Harriett (Christy) James. He was educated in public schools in Parsons and Lawrence, Kansas. He earned both his BS and MA from the University of Kansas in Lawrence, Kansas. After his first trip to Europe when he was 11 years old, Steve knew he wanted to travel the world. In 1965 he married the former Helen Morrissey of Liberal, Kansas. In 1969 they began at 35 year career with the Department of Defense Dependent Schools when they moved to Wethersfield, England to teach American military children. The also taught in Italy, Turkey, Bahrain, Germany, and Belgium. The shored many wonderful adventures including spending 2 months in Africa, a trip around the world, a trip to China in 1978 before China was fully open to American travel, and extensive trips in Europe and the Middle East. In 2004 they retired to Savannah, Georgia, after buying a house after only 5 days in Savannah. Please click https://foxandweeks.com/obituaries/o/11510/Stephen-C.-James to offer condolences, light a remembrance candle and share memories of Stephen through the Fox & Weeks website.

04/01/2026

Fox & Weeks is privileged to serve the family and loved ones of David Diver, 93, of Savannah, Georgia, whom passed away on March 29, 2026. He was born on July 21,1932, in Henrietta, New York, to Mae and Charles Diver. David graduated with distinction from Cornell University in 1952 and earned a Master of Science degree from Cornell University in 1954. While at Cornell, he met the love of his life, Carol Cobb, and they shared 69 wonderful years of marriage. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for 10 years, retiring with the rank of Captain. Please click https://foxandweeks.com/obituaries/o/11515/David-B.-Diver to offer condolences, light a remembrance candle and share memories of David through the Fox & Weeks website.

04/01/2026

Fox & Weeks is privileged to serve the family and loved ones of Catherine Converse Wittkamp Young, 83, who passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026. Born in Savannah, Georgia, she graduated from Jenkins High School in 1960. She grew up in Rose Dhu on the Vernon River, where she developed a lifelong love for fishing, casting, and gardening. Known for her green thumb, she had a great passion for all flowers and plants. She was a dedicated animal lover; it was often said that if you believe in reincarnation, you would want to return as one of her dogs. Her community involvement was extensive, including her time with the Huntingdon Women's Guild in the 1980s and her long-standing membership at White Bluff United Methodist Church. Please click https://foxandweeks.com/obituaries/o/11514/Catherine-Wittkamp-Young to offer condolences, light a remembrance candle and share memories of Catherine through the Fox & Weeks website.

Catherine Converse Wittkamp Young, 83, passed away Tuesday, March 28, 2026.   Born in Savannah, Georgia, she graduated from Jenkins High School in

04/01/2026

Fox & Weeks is privileged to serve the family and loved ones of Elizabeth Reid Oliver, age 86, who passed peacefully on Saturday, March 28 after a protracted illness. The oldest of five children, she was born in Atlanta and moved to Savannah at age 13, where she graduated from Savannah High School in 1957. After attending Armstrong College, she enjoyed a varied career that included work with Clement Evans & Company, IBM Corporation, Citco, and an adventurous stint as a flight attendant for Delta Airlines before working with her husband in their family-owned business – Shaef’s Pest Control – which she ran after his death until the time of its sale. In her twenties, Elizabeth lived in Atlanta with her best friend, Sandra Fowler. For decades thereafter, Elizabeth proudly displayed her Judo Certificate from a class that she and Sandra took on self-defense. Please click https://foxandweeks.com/obituaries/o/11516/Elizabeth-Reid-Oliver to offer condolences, light a remembrance candle and share memories of Elizabeth through the Fox & Weeks website.

Elizabeth Reid Oliver, age 86, passed peacefully on Saturday, March 28 after a protracted illness. The oldest of five children, she was born in Atlanta and move

03/31/2026

Fox & Weeks was honored to present a Matthew's Children's Foundation grant to the Jack Kolbush Foundation, an amazing noni-profit organization that serves families throughout the Coastal Empire with emergency financial assistance, bereavement support and works with the Child Life team at the Dwaine & Cynthia Willett Children’s Hospital to make a child’s hospital visit as kid-friendly and normal as possible. The entire Fox & Weeks family is thrilled to be able to support this incredible organization!

Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors was honored to present a Matthews Children’s Foundation grant in the amount of $1000 to the Jack Kolbush Foundation. The Jack Kolbush Foundation is non-profit 501(c)(3) dedicated to serving families of children who have cancer or chronic blood dis

03/30/2026

Fox & Weeks is privileged to serve the family and loved ones of Ruth Kicklighter, 92, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026.

Ruth was born in Savannah, GA on April 1, 1933. She married, Perry Kicklighter, in 1954 at St Pauls Lutheran church. They were members of Isle of Hope Baptist and Fergurson Baptist.

Ruth owned the doughnut castle and then retired as a real estate agent. She enjoyed designing and building custom homes. When asked what house was her favorite? She said all of them. After her husband of 61 years passed away. She moved to Magnolia Manor in Richmond hill. Her Grandaughter, Cody has been her caregiver for the last few years. She loved being a grandma and called Gabby! Please click https://foxandweeks.com/obituaries/o/11509/Annie-Ruth to offer condolences, light a remembrance candle and share memories of Annie through the Fox & Weeks website.

Ruth Kicklighter, 92, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026. Ruth was born in Savannah, GA on April 1, 1933. She married, Perry Kicklighter, in 1954 at St