Obituaries and Death Notices for Chatham County, GA Mrs. Carrie E. Allen Mrs. Carrie E. Allen died  Wednesday night Feb. 18 at 9:15 o'clock at her residence 546 E. Gaston after a short illness. She was widely known in social circles and was 26 years old. She came to Savannah in 1913 from Atlanta.  She was buried Friday afternoon Feb. 20 from her residence. She is survived by her husband and four children, Mr. John W. Allen, Geraldine E. John Wesley, Jr., Vernon F. and little Kermitt S.. also her mother, grand mother, and three brothers, Mrs. Anna Grant, Mrs. Carolina Railey. grandmother of Atlanta; Mr. James H. Grant: John Wesley Grant, Arthur A. Grant. The funeral was largely attended. Date: 1920-02-28;  Paper: Savannah Tribune Lottie Lee Beery Born 3 Nov 1908 Savannah, Georgia Died 23 May 1998 Savannah, Georgia [The Colored Tribune News - Submitted by Debbie Personette] Samuel Harkness Beery Born 28 Dec 1879 Wilmington, North Carolina B Died 28 Jan 1935 Savannah, Georgia [The Colored Tribune News - Submitted by Debbie Personette] Benjamin Bevill DIED. In Savannah, on the 20th inst. Benjamin Bevill, aged 20 years. [Macon Weekly Telegraph, March 2, 1841 - submitted by Christina Anthony]   Little Harry Butler Little Harry Robert Butler died February 16th at one thirty p. m. of pneumonla, which followed an attack of Influenza. He was two years and six months old. He was a bright little fellow and the Idol of his home, and is agreat loss to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph  C.  Butler, of 060 Joachim street. Date: 1920-02-28;  Paper: Savannah Tribune Death of Fleming D. Butts We are pained to announce to our community the death of Mr. Fleming D. Butts, which occurred early yesterday morning.  Mr. Butts had been afflicted with consumption for several months but was perfectly rational and conscious up to the moment of his death.  He was a night inspector of customs at this port for several years, but was compelled to resign recently, in consequence of his failing health.  He was always open in his demand for the rights of our people, and will be greatly missed by them.  His funeral will take place this afternoon from his residence on Charlton street lane near Lincoln. [The Colored Tribune, Savannah, April 22, 1876 - Submitted by Debbie Personette] Minda Campbell The Death of a Noted Colored Woman- Savannah, Ga., January 20-Minda Campbell, who died here today, aged ninety-four, was the mother of Tom Simms, the fugitive slave, whose trial in Boston in 1850 created great excitement, and resulted in a decision sustaining the validity of the fugitive slave law. Boston men purchased Simm's freedom after he had been returned south. [January 21, 1886 The Atlanta Constitution, Atlanta Georgia - Submitted by Shauna Williams] William Cogle Mr. William Cogle a well known and highly respected citizen of Savannah died  at his late residence on Thursday night Feb.19th. after a ten days illness of pneumonia. Funeral services were conducted at Savannah Undertaking parlors after which the body was taken to Augusta where he was buried with Masonic honors from Tabernarle Baptist church. Rev. C. T. Walker, pastor. Date: 1920-02-28;  Paper: Savannah Tribune Catherine Fitts DIED. At Warsaw, in Gwinnett county, on the 9th inst. Mrs. Catherine Fitts, wife of Wm. H. Fitts, recently of Savannah, Ga. [Macon Weekly Telegraph, March 2, 1841 - submitted by Christina Anthony] Robert Forsyth - died, Savannah, Ga., April 15, 1885, aged 60½. [Source: 1843 Chicago City Directory, reprinted in 1896 with death information. Submitted by K. Torp] Fred Freeman Mr. Fred Freeman died on Wednesday of last week at his late residence 794 Gwinnett street east. Mr. Freeman has been in bad health for quite a while, but only became worse a few days before his death. The remains were taken to Beaufort county where the funeral took place on Sunday. Several friends from the city attended the funeral. The deceased was well thought of by his friends. [Savannah Tribune, January 2, 1915 - submitted by Christina Anthony] Mrs. Jacob Gardner Died in Georgia - Mrs. Jacob Gardner, of Savannah. [The Daily Constitution, Atlanta Georgia Oct. 22, 1876 - Submitted by Shauna Williams] Ella Lena Garvin Born 1 Apr 1883 Grays, South Carolina Died 30 Oct 1930 Savannah, Georgia [The Colored Tribune News - Submitted by Debbie Personette] Reginald A. Gordon Reginald A. Gordon the son of Mrs. Lillie R. Gordon, formerly of Savannah but who now resides In Philadelphia, died  Feb. 16, in the Naval Hospital of pneumonia, his remains were sent Hawkinsville, Ga., for interment. He was one a student of G. S. I. C. Date: 1920-02-28;  Paper: Savannah Tribune W. I. Henderson Mr. W. I. Henderson brother of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Henderson of New York City, died Friday Feb. 6th at 2:20 o'clock at his home 1735 Manton St., Philadelphia, Pa. He was a faithful member of Shiloh Baptist church and served as an usher four years. He leaves to mourn his death a wife, Mrs. Estella Henderson: son, Mr. Thomas Henderson; one sister Mrs. Victoria Jones of Quitman, Ga., five brothers, Messrs. Peter and Hamp of Bellville, Fla; Robert of New York, City; Rev. T. J. of Millen Ga.; Herman of Brunswick, Ga.; grandmother, Mrs. Peggie Gayfield and uncle, Mr. Fate Sermons of Valdosta; sister in law, Mrs. E. R. Henderson; niece, Miss Roberta; Henderson  of Savannnh. His body was. taken to Eden cemetery for interment. Date: 1920-02-28;  Paper: Savannah Tribune Elizabeth Maxwell After an illness of some duration, Mrs. Elizabeth Maxwell died at her home in West Savannah on Saturday of last week and was buried the following Thursday from the West Savannah Baptist Church. Mrs. Maxwell is survived by a husband, Rev. J. R. Maxwell, two sons, Rev. M. C. Maxwell of Norfolk, Va., and Mr. J. H. Maxwell of Washington, D. C. [Savannah Tribune, January 2, 1915 - submitted by Christina Anthony] James McKinley Died in Georgia - James J. McKinley, of Savannah. F.C. McKinley, of Savannah. [The Daily Constitution, Atlanta Georgia Oct. 20, 1876 - Submitted by Shauna Williams] John L. Mitchell Mr. John L. Mitchell a native of Savannah, Ga., but an old resident of Augusta, Ga., died on the 24th, of December after a brief illness and was buried on the 26th from the Union Baptist Church of which he was a member for over 40 years. The services were conducted by Rev. Silas X. Floyd and was largely attended by numerous friends. He is survived by a wife, Mrs. Calypso Ridley Mitchell. He was the oldest brother of Mr. Theodore L. Mitchell, Mrs. Maggie A. Clark and Mr. Frank L. Mitchell of Boston, Mass., and Mr. Wallace L. Mitchell of Wildwood, N. J. [Savannah Tribune, January 2, 1915 - submitted by Christina Anthony] Galloway Nelson After an Illness of four months Mr. Galloway Nelson of 541 Orange St.. died on Monday Feb. 10 at 10:30 p. m. He was a native of Marion county, S. C, but coming to Savannah from Augusta had lived here since 1894. He was employed by the M. and M. T. Co. for a number of years. He was confined to bed for sir weeks but bore his illness with patience. He was willing and waiting to die, was faithful until death and wears a crown of life. The funeral was held on Thursday from F. B. B. church. Rev. D. Wright officiating, assisted by Rev. R. Simmons. He was a member of Local Union I. L. A. 1010. He leaves to mourn his death a devoted wife, Mrs. Carrie Lou Nelson ; three daughters, Mrs. Florence Sanders, Mrs. Gertrude Denkins and Mrs. Bertha Bryant of Jacksonville; three sons, Messrs. Arthur A., and John H. Nelson and F. H. Shields of Jacksonville; two brothers, Willis and Evandale  Nelson of Marion, S. C. one sister Mrs. Celia Davis of Marion. S. C.; three grarid children, Walter, and Frank Howard and Carrie Nelson. Date: 1920-02-28;  Paper: Savannah Tribune Infant Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Skipper The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Skipper, died on Monday June 16th, at the residence, 533 Taylor street, east. When God made known to Ezechias, the young king of Israel, his approaching death, the king sighed from the depth of  his heart saying: "What in the middle of my days, am I to Descend to the gates of death? Is my life to be out like the thread by the weaver whilst I am at the very start?" Thus might have exclaimed young Horace J.  Miller when inexorable death called on him at the young age of 28 years. He was married to his affectionate wife, Miss Bonnie White, teacher of St. Anthony's Catholic school on last September, They were living their days in a truly Christian union, in peace and harmony and earnest work. He was carefully attending to his  business as inspector and had advanced to the position of assistant superintendent of the collectors. His free time he passed usefully and agreeably by painting ensigns, pictures and landscapes, for which he had a singular taste and talent, whilst his affectionate wife did all to make their newly built beautiful home a cozy corner, a "Home sweet home." Both were a true edification by their most regular attending Sunday after Sunday, morning and evening to their religious duties at St. Anthony's Catholic Church and not a little share was due them for the steady growth of that young congregation. The funeral service will take place at St. Anthony's to-morrow Sunday at 4:30 p. m and start there after for Laurel Grove Cemetery. The earnest prayers of all the congregation ascend to heaven to implore eternal peace and light on his immortal soul. Date: 1913-06-28; Paper: Savannah Tribune John Reeves Mr. John Keeves died at his residence 417 Oglethorpe lane, east after a long illness on Friday morning of last week at 0:45. He Is survived by his wife, Mrs, John Reeves, three brothers and two sisters.  Date: 1918-03-30; Paper: Savannah Tribune C.C. King, Jr. Mr. Charlie 0. King Jr., died Tuesday night at his home 2316 Bulloch street after a very short illness. More than three weeks ago he was taken sick but after a few days he seemed to have recovered fully and returned to work. He worked from that time up to mid-day Saturday,  returning home in an apparently healthy condition. Later on in the afternoon he was taken  with a trouble In the head and in his attempt to get into the house from the garden where he was planting he fell several times. He was finally  carried into the house and there lay in a critical condition, until the end came on Tuesday. He was a young man who had many friends and his death was a shock to the circle in which he moved. The funeral will take place  tomorrow afternoon at 3 o'clock from Palen M. E. church, Burroughs and 35th streets. He was exalted ruler of Weldon Lodge of Elks and a  member of the Evening Call Social Club which organizations will attend the funeral in a body. He is survived by a wife,  Mrs. Edna King; two children, his parents, Mr. and Mrs C. C. King, Sr.; four sisters, Mrs. C. It. Perkins, Mrs. Annie E.  Forte, Miss Celestine King, Miss Mary E. King, and two brothers, Joseph A. and Russell H. King. Date: 1918-03-30; Paper: Savannah Tribune Mrs. Rosa Smith Mrs. Rosa Smith died in Philadelphia Pa., Thursday March 21st  The body was brought here Monday and buried from St. Philip A. M. E. church, Tuesday at 3:30 p. m. The body was accompanied from Philadelphia by Mrs. P. G. Jones, daughter; Mr. Lindsay Jones, son-in-law, and Mrs. Hattie Perry. The funeral was conducted by Rev. R. Y. Branch, former pastor of the deceased, assisted by Rev. N. Bembry, Dr. G. Alexander, and Rev. R. J.. Williams, pastor of Mother Bethel church, Philadelphia. Mrs. Smith was born in Macon, and came to Savannah when only a girl, and lived here until last summer when she went  to Philadelphia where she remained until her death. She was converted and was a faithful member of St. Philip church until last summer when she joined Mother Bethel at Philadelphia. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. P. G. Jones; son-in-law, Mr. Lindsay Jones; three nieces, Mrs. Minnie Davis, Miss Eula Daris, Miss  Elena Burndridge and a nephew, Abraham Burndrldge and a host of friends. Date: 1918-03-30; Paper: Savannah Tribune Mrs. Katie Pinckney Mrs. Katie Pinckney died on last Saturday from a stroke of paralysis at her residence 615 Bolton street, west. She had been ailing for some time but was apparently feeling better on the .day of her death, and was around the house attending to her domestic affairs. She was stricken about 9 o'clock in the morning and the end came at 1:30 in the afternoon. The funeral took place on Monday after-noon from St. Paul C. M. E. church of which she was a diligent member and an untiring worker. T. W Strother Court of Calanthe escorted the remains to the cemetery. The deceased was 43 years old and is survived by a husband, Mr. Frank Pinckney. a daughter. Mrs. Beatrice Pinckney Lorman, and a son Mr. Harold Pinckney. Date: 1916-12-23; Paper: Savannah Tribune Paul Burke Mr. Paul Burke, a well-known brick- layer, died  suddenly on last Thursday morning just before starting work on a building in Henry street lane between Habersham and Price streets. The body was removed to Seabrook's undertaking establishment. He was a member of the Bricklayers Union and is survived by a wife. Date: 1916-12-23; Paper: Savannah Tribune Alexander R. Lawton ANOTHER VETERAN GONE –  Gen. A. R. LAWTON, of Savannah, Ga. died at Clifton Springs, N. Y. Thursday morning. He had a stroke of paralysis on Friday last, from which he did not rally.  Gen. ALEXANDER R. LAWTON was born in Beaufort District, South Carolina in 1818.  He entered the West Pont Academy in 1825, having for classmates Generals Halleek, Stevens, Canby and Gilmer.  After graduation he served on frontier duty in the First artillery for eighteen months, when he resigned from the army and studied law, beginning practice at Savannah.  In 1850 he became president of the Augusta and Savannah railroad.  He was colonel of the First regiment of Georgia Volunteers when, in January 1861, he took possession of Fort Pulaski under state authority.  At the commencement of hostilities in the following April he received a commissioner as brigadier-general in the Confederate army, and he was from that time up to the close of the war in constant military service.  After the fall of Richmond General Lawton returned to Savannah and reengaged in the practice of law.  Soon after President Cleveland’s inauguration he was tendered the appointment of minister to Russia, but finally requested the president to withdraw his name in consequence of his eligibility to civil office under the federal government being called in question.  This objection having been overruled by the attorney general, he was appointed Minster to Austria in 1885 in the place of Mr. Keiley to whom Austria had objected on the score of religious difficulties. From Hamilton Appeal - Marion County AL - July 10, 1896 - Transcribed and submitted by Veneta McKinney Mr. Jesse Joyce a member of Thomas Grove Baptist church, died Saturday morning, the funeral was from the Church Sunday afternoon. Rev. T. J. Lonon officiating, Interments was in East Side cemetery. Date: 1919-07-12; Paper: Savannah Tribune Mrs. Dukes Savannah - Funeral services for Mrs. Susie Dukes, 83, of 504 E. Charlton St., who died Saturday in a Savannah hospital after a brief illness, will be held at 3 p.m. today at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Estill, S. C. A native of Garnett, S. C. she had lived in Savannah about 60 years. Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Frances Houston, Sylvania Ga.; and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at Sylvania Funeral Home, Sylvania, Ga. Date: 1968-08-14; Paper: Augusta Chronicle Cleve Dewitt Polk Sylvania, Ga. - Funeral services for Cleve Dewitt Polk. 10. of Erin, Tenn.. formerly of Savannah, Ga. who, died Saturday, will be held today at 5 p.m. in the chapel of Thompson Funeral Home, Sylvania. with the Rev. Roy Gaddis officiating. Burial will be in Goloid Church Cemetery. Date: 1974-03-26; Paper: Augusta Chronicle Former Augustan Dies in Savannah Mrs. Ida D Thomas Kenny ??, a former Augustan, died yesterday in Savannah, Ga. Funeral services will be held at the graveside in Magnolia Cemetery Friday at 2 p. m. Mrs. Kenny is survived by a daughter, Mrs. A. G. Blakeman, of Savannah; two sons. L. C. Hamby of Savannah, and F. W Hamby  of Atlanta, Ga. Date: 1950-05-25; Paper: Augusta Chronicle SAVANNAH DOCTOR DIES SUDDENLY Dr. Ben F. Sheftall died in Savannah last Friday of acute indigestion, supposed to have been brought on by drinking milk after eating salmon. Dr. Sheftall was the hero of several yellow fever epidemics, having gone through those at Savannah, Jacksonville, Memphis, Vicksburg, Tampa and several others. He was forty-eight years old and leaves a wife and several children. Source: The Marion County News - (Marion county, AL), July 29, 1897. Transcribed by Veneta McKinney Died In Savannah Ga., on the evening of the 14th George B. Reab aged 33 years and 1 month, lately a resident of Jacksonville, Fla. Augusta Chronicle 9/19/1850 Submitted by Erica Beatty Died In this City, on the 18th Lewis Leon, in the 74th year of his age, and for the last 35 years a resident of this City. His last words were that his whole trust was in God. South Carolina papers will please copy. Transcribed by Erica Beatty Augusta Chroncle 11/21/1850 Sarah R. Rembert At her residence, near Memphis, on Thursday afternoon, April 13, 1871, in her sixty-eighth year, Mrs. Sarah R. Rembert, relict of James Rembert, and daughter of Colonel Nicholas Long, of Georgia. Funeral services at the Central Methodist Church, Union Street, this (Saturday) afternoon at 3 o’clock.  Savannah, (GA) papers please copy.    Memphis Daily Appeal – Memphis, Tennessee – April 15, 1871 Transcribed as written by D. Donlon SAVANNAH LADY DEAD. Mrs. Beirne Gordon Passed Away at Her Home Yesterday. Savannah, Ga., April 20—(Special,)- Mrs. Beirne Gordon died this afternoon after an illness of several months, which, however, grew  dangerous only two weeks ago. For the last few days she had been regarded as better, and the end came very suddenly. Besides her husband Mrs. Gordon, who was Miss Elisabeth Hazelhurst, of Ellicott City, Md„ before her marriage, is survived by two sons, Beirne, Jr. and Ambrose. Date: 1905-04-21; Paper: Augusta Chronicle RETURN ©Genealogy Trails