Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors

03/12/2026

Fox & Weeks is privileged to serve the family and loved ones of Martha Louise Swain Foxx, beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, who passed away peacefully at her home on March 10, 2026. She was born in Perry, Florida on April 8, 1944 to Alvis Edison “Dude” Swain and Thelma Land Swain. She was the middle of seven children. Marty spent her early years in Waycross, Georgia, where she graduated from Ware County High School. She spent her junior year in Warrenton, NC when her father worked on the Jordan Dam project in 1961. It was the first time she had ever seen mountains, and she fell in love with them, making many trips throughout her life to Valle Crucis and Asheville to enjoy the changing of the leaves.

Marty contracted polio at the age of six, just after starting first grade. She spent weeks in the Waycross Hospital undergoing treatments with hot woolen cloths wrapped around her arms. She was then transferred to the Aidmore Shriner’s Hospital in Atlanta, where she was kept flat on her back in bed for seven months with daily physical therapy. Her parents visited as often as they could, but the trip was a hardship. She didn’t remember being sad, as she had a wonderful nurse who gave her lots of special love and attention in a ward for eight children. Marty eventually regained the use of her left lower arm and hand, but her entire right arm and shoulders remained paralyzed. She had therapies and braces at Warm Springs and was able to return to school; she refused to let her disability define her life. Marty knew early on that she wanted to become a teacher. With the help of the Federal Program for Vocational Rehabilitation, she was able to go to college to become a teacher. She spent two years at Tift College and then graduated from Valdosta State College. She took a teaching position in Savannah right out of college and stayed there the rest of her life, falling in love with the historic city. Marty taught in the public school system for 30 years, specializing in 5th grade and science. She excelled at novel teaching methods such as cutting a trail through the woods and starting an organic garden next to her classroom. Marty loved sharing her own love of nature with her students. Please click https://foxandweeks.com/obituaries/o/11475/Martha-Foxx to offer condolences, light a remembrance candle and share memories of Marty through the Fox & Weeks website.

Martha Louise Swain Foxx, beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home on March 10, 2026. She was born in Perry, Florida

03/12/2026

Fox & Weeks is privileged to serve the family and loved ones of William H. Friend, Jr., age 93, who passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Born on January 1, 1933, Bill lived a long, full life marked by curiosity, creativity, and deep devotion to family.

Bill grew up in Cincinnati, Ohio, and graduated from the University of Cincinnati, where he was a proud member of the Phi Delta Theta fraternity. While attending the Institute of Paper Chemistry, he met a beautiful redhead named Debbie who would become the love of his life. Their romance had one small complication—Bill was 23 and Debbie was just 17. In order to receive Debbie’s father’s blessing, the couple agreed to spend a full year apart, communicating only through letters and phone calls. Their patience paid off. They married in 1959 and shared 61 wonderful years together before Debbie preceded him in death in 2020.
Please click https://foxandweeks.com/obituaries/o/11476/William-H. to offer condolences, light a remembrance candle and share memories of Bill through the Fox & Weeks website.

03/11/2026

Fox & Weeks is privileged to serve the family and loved ones of Dr. Grace Burkett Martin, Professor Emeritus of Psychology at Armstrong Atlantic State University and widow of Herbert Russell Martin Jr., died March 7, 2026 at home following a short illness. She was born August 27, 1938, to Grace Briggs Burkett and John Hazel Burkett in Sumter, S.C. The family moved to Savannah in the 1940's. She graduated from Savannah High School in 1956.

"Tommie", as she was affectionately called by family and longtime friends, thought of the decades of her life as seasons and embraced the challenges and opportunities of each. In the 60's she devoted herself to being a wife, mother of three, homemaker, church worker, and volunteer. She was one of three who were the first female layreaders in the Episcopal Diocese of Georgia. She was selected Mrs. Savannah, Mrs. Georgia, and a runner-up in the Mrs. America contest. Please click https://foxandweeks.com/obituaries/o/11472/Dr.-Grace-Burkett-Martin o offer condolences, light a remembrance candle and share memories of Dr. Martin through the Fox & Weeks website.

03/11/2026

Fox & Weeks is privileged to serve the family and loved ones of Diane Cummings, 71, who passed away peacefully on March 4, 2026, at her daughter’s home in Savannah, Georgia, surrounded by love. Born on December 31, 1954, in Maine, Diane was one of eight children of Lorraine and Stanley Cummings. She grew up on Cummings Hill in Sidney, Maine, where being raised in a large family helped shape the strong, resilient woman she would become. Please click https://foxandweeks.com/obituaries/o/11473/Diane-Cummings to offer condolences, light a remembrance candle and share memories of Diane through the Fox & Weeks website.

Diane Cummings December 31, 1954 – March 4, 2026 Diane Cummings, 71, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2026, at her daughter’s home in Savannah

03/10/2026

The Southeastern Funeral Service Summit is taking place this week in Macon at the Edgar H. Wilson Convention Center, and Fox & Weeks is honored that our own Stephen E. Weeks, Jr., was recognized during the 2026 Memorial Service on March 10 remembering funeral service professionals and their loved ones who passed from February 1, 2025 through January 31, 2026. Thank you to the Academy of Graduate Embalmers of Georgia and Georgia Funeral Directors Association for remembering our loved one who passed away on February 14, 2025.

03/10/2026

Fox & Weeks is privileged to serve the family and loved ones of Mary Jane Fincher Brewer, 86, who passed away at her daughter’s home in Savannah, with her family by her side. She was born November 15, 1939, in Henrietta, Texas to the late James and Velma Roy Fincher. She grew up in Wichita Falls, Texas and moved to Garden City in 1959 marrying James Bryon Brewer. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Garden City, worked for several years at Sears and was a homemaker. Mrs. Brewer was an accomplished artist, a car enthusiast and member of the Dixie Land Cruisers, and the Corvette Club. She enjoyed reading, sewing, wood carving, and growing flowers in her yard. Please click https://foxandweeks.com/obituaries/o/11467/Mary-Jane-Brewer to offer condolences, light a remembrance candle and share memories of Mrs. Brewer through the Fox & Weeks website.

While peacefully sleeping on Sunday, March 8, 2026, Mary Jane Fincher Brewer, 86, passed away at her daughter’s home in Savannah, with her family by her s

03/10/2026

Fox & Weeks is privileged to serve the family and loved ones of Jennifer Marie Cowart, born April 9, 1978, age 47, passed away March 4, 2026 in Largo, Florida. She was born in Savannah, Georgia to John E. Cowart and Susan Marie Roughen Cowart. Jennifer graduated from Lowndes High School, attended Valdosta State University and South University Savannah Campus. She will be remembered for her caring spirit and the kindness she showed to those she cared for in their times of need. She provided comfort and compassionate care to many through her work with hospice, touching countless lives with her dedication and empathy. Please click https://foxandweeks.com/obituaries/o/11470/Jennifer-Marie-Cowart to offer condolences, light a remembrance candle and share memories of Jennifer through the Fox & Weeks website.

Jennifer Marie Cowart, born April 9, 1978, age 47, passed away March 4, 2026 in Largo, Florida.  She was born in Savannah, Georgia to John E. Cowart a

03/10/2026

Fox & Weeks is privileged to serve the family and loved ones of Barbara Wear Nutting, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, who passed away on March 4, 2026, surrounded by love and family. She was born in Atlanta, Georgia, on May 27, 1928, to Doris Baker Wear and Rayburn L. Wear. Barbara spent her early years in Pensacola, Florida, where she graduated from high school in 1945. She went on to attend Judson College in Marion, Alabama, graduating Magna Cum Laude in 1949. A gifted scholar, she was also honored as an Academic Who’s Who in America. Following graduation, she began her teaching career at the Pape School in Savannah, Georgia, where she taught 4th grade and ultimately became the school’s last living faculty member. Please click https://foxandweeks.com/obituaries/o/11468/Barbara-Wear-Nutting to offer condolences, light a remembrance candle and share memories of Barbara through the Fox & Weeks website.

03/09/2026

Fox & Weeks is privileged to serve the family and loved ones of Jane Yawn Knight, a lifelong resident of Savannah, who passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026. Born in Savannah on May 7, 1942, to the late William R. and Mary Kathleen Yawn, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 60 years, Lee Benton Knight, Jr.; her sister, Wylene Satchell; and brother, Willie Yawn.
Jane was a 1961 graduate of Herschel V. Jenkins High School. Known for her sharp, intuitive mind for numbers, Jane built a successful professional career in accounting. After developing her skills at Lazard, Lazard, Curlee & Bennett, CPA, she was recruited by Thomas & Hutton Engineering in 1985. Jane devoted 20 years to Thomas & Hutton where she helped manage the office and contributed to the company's growth and success. Please click https://foxandweeks.com/obituaries/o/11466/Jane-Yawn-Knight to offer condolences, light a remembrance candle and share memories of Jane through the Fox & Weeks website.

Jane Yawn Knight, a lifelong resident of Savannah, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026. Born in Savannah on May 7, 1942, to the late William R. and Mary Kath

03/09/2026

Fox & Weeks is privileged to serve the family and loved ones of Myra Ann Doudney Anderson of DeLand, who passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 22, 2026, after a courageous battle with dementia. A seventh-generation Floridian, Ann was born May 15, 1950, to Alfred Cecil Doudney and Myra Ann Southward Doudney. Her maiden name was Myra Ann Doudney.
Ann was the eldest of three children and is lovingly survived by her brothers, David Doudney (Angie) of Sanford, FL, and Doug Doudney (Julie) of Orlando, FL. She spent the majority of her life in Seminole and Volusia Counties, with the exception of the last two years, which she and her husband, Robert Thomas Anderson (Bob), spent in Savannah, Georgia, to be near her daughter and receive extra care. Please click https://foxandweeks.com/obituaries/o/11463/Myra-Ann-Doudney-Anderson to offer condolences, light a remembrance candle and share memories of Myra through the Fox & Weeks website.

Myra Ann Doudney Anderson of DeLand passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 22, 2026, after a courageous battle with dementia. A seventh-generation Floridian

03/09/2026

Fox & Weeks is privileged to serve the family and loved ones of Mrs. Gwendolyn Ricketson Mincey Bentley of Atlanta, Georgia, who passed away on February 20, 2026, in Savannah, Georgia at the age of 97. She was born July 10, 1928, as the youngest child in the loving family of Reverend Rollo J, Mincey and Mrs. Nina Ricketson Mincey in Ocilla, Georgia. Gwen was a beloved and loving daughter, sister, wife, and mother, and was known for her wise and peaceful spirit. She grew up in Warthen, Georgia, learning with her siblings a love of Shakespeare, music, and the King James Bible.

Gwen later attended the Georgia State College for Women, where she studied English, and performed in the college modern dance troupe. She shared a year at GSCW with Flannery O’Connor, and Gwen possessed a “happier” version of Ms. O’Connor’s dark sense of humor. Please click https://foxandweeks.com/obituaries/o/11465/Mrs.-Gwendolyn-Ricketson-Mincey-Bentley to offer condolences, light a remembrance candle and share memories of Gwen through the Fox & Weeks website.

03/05/2026

Fox & Weeks is privileged to serve the family and loved ones of Kenneth Henry Barthels, Jr., 71, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at Memorial Health in Savannah. He was born April 28, 1954, in Decatur, IL to the late Kenneth and Fran Barthels. Mr. Barthels graduated from Western Illinois University with a bachelor’s degree in accounting and worked for Transunion as an accountant. He was of the Catholic faith. He and Robert moved to Savannah in 1988. He is survived by his husband, Robert A. Richardson of Savannah, his two sisters, Linda and Mary Jo, and several nieces and nephews. Please click https://foxandweeks.com/obituaries/o/11464/Kenneth-H.-Barthels,-Jr. to offer condolences, light a remembrance candle and share memories of Mr. Barthels through the Fox & Weeks website.