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Virginia Barbee "Vergie" Mell

Virginia Barbee "Vergie" Mell obituary, Savannah, GA

Virginia Mell Obituary

Virginia "Vergie" Barbee Mell - SAVANNAH - Mrs. Virginia "Vergie" Barbee Mell, 76, passed away December 16, 2009. She was the youngest child, born July 10, 1933, in Savannah, Georgia, of the late Charles Allan Barbee and Laura Johnson Barbee Bradshaw. Her brightness was known from the day she was born. She was an avid reader. She graduated from Commercial High School. Mrs. Mell was a long time member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Benedictine Athletic Association, The Daughters of Ireland, and the American Legion Post #184 Ladies Auxiliary. She was retired from J. C. Lewis Enterprises and the Chatham County Tax Commissioners Office. She enjoyed playing bridge with various groups and was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and everyone's friend. She was known for her jokes and wonderful sense of humor. Vergie was the widow of Coach John E. "Vic" Mell. Along with her husband, Vergie was preceded in death by her brothers, Charles Allen Barbee, Jr., Cecil Barbee, Freddie A. Barbee, Joseph Henry Barbee, and sisters, Mary Elizabeth Barbee Green and Annie Laura Barbee Pierce. She is survived by her five children, Laura Mell Summerlin (William), Victoria Mell McCuen (Edwin), Valerie Mell Rogers (Daniel), Mary Katherine "Katie" Mell, and John Fitzgerald Mell; her grandchildren, Jason P. Rogers, Justin D. Rogers, Edwin J. McCuen, Jr. (Abby), Patrick J. Summerlin (Carol), John D. Rogers, Keenan S. Summerlin, Brandon M. Mell, Virginia M. "Ginny" McCuen, Nolan F. Mell, Jordan C. Rogers, Laura Elizabeth Summerlin, Celee Perkins Mell, Joseph Mell McCuen, Joshua C. Rogers; and one great-grandchild, Caitlin E. Summerlin; sisters and sister-in-law, Vivian Barbee Bedgood, Evelyn Barbee Arnsdorff Tuten, and Daisy Edmondson Barbee; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends; her dear, caring, and special friend Barbara Saseen White, and her loving caregiver, Shannon Walthour. The family will receive friends on Friday, December 18, from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, with a Rosary Service at 7:00 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 19, 2009 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be all eleven of her grandsons. Interment will follow in the Greenwich Section of Bonaventure Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family asks that all gifts be sent to Benedictine Military School, 6502 Seawright Dr., Savannah, GA 31406, St. Vincent's Academy, 207 E. Liberty St., Savannah, GA 31401 or Hospice Savannah, P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416. Please sign our on-line guest book at www.foxandweeks.com . Savannah Morning News December 18, 2009 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at savannnahnow.com/obituaries .

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Published by Savannah Morning News from Dec. 17 to Dec. 18, 2009.

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January 4, 2010

Dear Vickie,

Your mother always lightened the atmosphere at the Daughters of Ireland meetings with her quick wit and jokes. She will truly be missed.

My prayers go out to you, Victoria, and the rest of your family.

Love,

Karla Ducey Hughes (& Keely)

Monroe and Elaine Durden

December 19, 2009

We are so sorry and saddened by Vergie's death. She was a great, loving person and always made us laugh a lot when we saw her. She will be missed greatly. Please remember that we have all of you in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. Sorry that we could not make it down to attend the services. Fully intended to, but then could not. Love from your cousins,

The Kitchens Family

December 18, 2009

John,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you and help you and your family through this difficult time. We love you.

Faye Cunningham

December 18, 2009

Dear Mell family,
So sorry to hear of Vergie's passing, she was loved by all. Our prayers are with all of you during this time. Be strong, God will help you though this, she is out of pain now.
Faye Cunningham
Gene Robider

Michael McCarthy

December 18, 2009

My sincere condolences to the Mell family. Katie, after my mother passed, when I told you about it, you immediatley took a small angel pin and put it on my shoulder. It was a very kind gesture. I wish that I could return that favor and can do so only in thought being far away. Your Mom was a "special lady". God bless!

December 18, 2009

Mell Family. I am so sorry to hear about Vergie. She worked with my dad at J. C. Lewis Enterprises and I knew her for many years, and always thought very highly of her. Please accept my condolences. God Be With You. John C. Farmer, Jr.

John & Julia Clanton

December 18, 2009

So sorry for your loss, Virgie will be missed and thought of often.

Clarissa McElveen

December 17, 2009

Hi Katie & Family, Your mom was a Great Lady,a treat to know,always laughed, had others laughing, and enjoyed everyone & everything! There is so much I could say, but I'll keep this short & simple. Loved her & will miss her!! God Bless her and your family.

Chester & Sandi Nielubowicz BC 62'

December 17, 2009

Dear Laura, Vickie, Valerie, Katie, John and family,
Our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your mother. She is without pain now and in good company.I was in the class of 62' at Benedictine and loved your mom & dad. They were an incredible couple. It was an honor to be in their company. The memories of those days will always put a smile on my face.She will be missed.God bless you in this time of loss.

Rick Jordan

December 17, 2009

Mell Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Vergie's passing. She was always such a nice lady who always had a kind word for everyone. I know that Coach will be glad to see her. May the Lord Bless and Keep You all during this tough time. May She Rest in Peace.

December 17, 2009

Dear Brother John & family.
We are deeply sorry for the great loss of your mother. We know she is now at peace & in the Lord's hands. If there is anything we can do, please don't hesitate to ask. We love you John!! You were the only one there in our time of need and again, if there is ANYTHING, you need please don't hesitate to ask!! Our prayers and hearts are with you all.

With Deepest Sympathy,
Glen & Tara Harrod

Ron Webber

December 17, 2009

Katie, Vickie, John and the entire Mell Family, Those that know me understand how much I enjoyed your mother with all her jokes and humor. St. Patrick's Day will not be the same without Vergie. May her soul and the souls of all the departed rest in peace.

Faye (Clyde) Anderson

December 17, 2009

To the family of Vergie Mell, My heart goes out to you for the loss of your wonderful mother. I met her several years ago when Freddie was visiting from Texas. He was staying with Vergie and they came to dinner at our home. At that time I knew that I had finally met the funniest woman on earth, beautiful in appearance, but a sense of humor to die for. My late husband, Clyde Anderson, and Freddie and Daisy have been friends forever. You will be rememberd in my prayers, that God will give you the strength needed to deal with your loss on earth, but she's in her Heavenly Home now.

December 17, 2009

I WILL MISS YOU TERRIBLY, MY BIRTHDAY PARTNER, REST IN PEACE DEAR VERGIE I KNOW PAPA MELL IS HAPPY TO HAVE YOU BACK. WE ALL NOW HAVE A SPECIAL ANGEL IN HEAVEN TO KEEP US SAFE.

LOVE ALWAYS SUZANNE

Patti Summerlin Robison

December 17, 2009

Dear Laura, Vickie, Valerie, Katie, John and family,

All of you and your dear mother have really been through it this past year. Now she is with God and suffers no more. What a gracious lady your mother was, and I was amazed at how, even near the end of her life, she still had her incredible sense of humor. I know the sorrow that all of you must feel right now, and my heart is with you. We will all miss her so very much, but now she is finally at peace. Hopefully, you can take some comfort in this. My thoughts are with all of you.

Holly, Sally, Brooke, Kelly and Scotty Hodges

December 17, 2009

John and Family, We will have you all in our thoughts and prayers during this time of grief. Your mother was a special person to many.

Bob White,Jr

December 17, 2009

I was sorry to hear of Vergie passing. My deepest sympathy.

john&vivan anderson

December 17, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Linda Williams

December 17, 2009

Dear Family,

Please accept my condolences for the passing of this great loved one. I worked with Vergie at the Tag office and endured a friend for life. She was a wonderful lady and I know you all will miss her. I feel as though I know you all because she talked of her loving family all the time. Keep your heads up and to all be blessed.

Nancy Lamb

December 17, 2009

Vicki, Katie, Valerie and John,

I am very sorry about your loss. Vergie was like a grandmother to me. She was a jewel and a joy to be around.

I send my sympathy to all of you.

Claire Jarrell

December 17, 2009

Vergie Mell--you were my Brownie Leader in the 3rd grade and I've loved you since then !! You were the most fabulous storyteller and you had a million stories!! All of Savannah is sad this day, our Vergie has gone home --to stay. Sleep well Vergie--you truly deserve to.

Tia Halatas

December 17, 2009

Dear Katie,

Please accept my deepest sympathy in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. You were a very dedicated daughter to your mother and I know how much you loved her. God will help you through this difficult time.

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