Harold Wiley Obituary

Harold Wiley - SAVANNAH - Harold Wiley, 88, died Tuesday February 1, 2011. He was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years Louise Wiley and his parents Robert and Mae Wiley. He was born in Hiltonia, GA but lived in Savannah since his early 20's. He was a US Army veteran of World War II. He owned and operated L and H Grocery Store with his wife Louise for over 30 years until their retirement. He was an avid gardener and a dedicated member of Asbury Memorial United Methodist Church. Known for his outgoing personality and warm hugs, Harold was a main greeter and usher at Asbury Memorial. His leadership, wisdom, and personality were very instrumental in the revitalization of the inner-city church after it had been through many lean years. He is survived by his two daughters, Cynthia Herold, Claudette DeLong; son, Melvin (Renea) Wiley; six grandchildren, DeeDee Waddell, Angela Lowery, Jamie Herold, Josh DeLong, CJay and West Wiley; eight great grandchildren, Austin, Sam, Jessie, Josh Lowery, Rebecca Hannah, Chris and Haley Herold and Kyra DeLong as well as several nieces and nephews. Visitation: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Friday, February 4, 2011 at the funeral home. Funeral Service: 1:00 p.m. Saturday, February 5, 2011 at Asbury Memorial United Methodist Church will Rev. Billy Hester officiating. Mr. Wiley will lie in state at the church from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.. Burial: Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers the family has requested memorial contributions be made to Asbury Memorial "Celebrate the Joy" Fund or Hospice Savannah. Fairhaven Funeral Home - Hubert C. Baker Chapel Savannah, GA (912)927-1999 www.fairhavenfuneralhome.net Savannah Morning News February 4, 2011 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at savannahnow.com/obituaries .

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Published by Savannah Morning News from Feb. 3 to Feb. 4, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Harold Wiley

8 Entries

Kathryn Mayo

February 4, 2011

Cindy,
I don't know if you remember me or not, but I can remember from years ago coming into the store on Waters Avenue and the smile that was on your dad's face all of the time. What a happy person! I lost my dad almost 27 years ago and still miss him. Our prayers are with you and your family at this time. Maybe we can get together sometime when I am in Savannah. We are there about once a month.
Love to you all

Kathy (Blakely) Mayo

February 4, 2011

Claudette, Josh, Melvin and Cindy,
I wish I could soothe your hearts from hurting. Your daddy was a wonderful man and he will be sadly missed. His shoes cannot be filled.
Love and hugs to all your family,
Susan Kendryna (Q)

Leland & Angie Prewitt

February 3, 2011

The Wiley Family,
We were sorry to hear of Mr. Wiley's passing. He will always have a special place in our hearts. Any one that knew him was truly blessed. We know he is now in heaven with his wife he missed so much.
Love,
The Prewitt Family

Earl & Karen Smith

February 3, 2011

Claudette And Cindy Josh we are so sorry to hear about Mr. Wiley. I have alot of memories about him and your mama and their store. If only we could turn back the hands of time. Please call us if you all need anything. Love Earl and Karen!

Amy D. Jenkins

February 3, 2011

To the Wiley Family ...

To say that Mr. Harold will be missed is a tremendous understatement. He was one of the first people we met at Asbury. His "outgoing personality," especially in his role as a main greeter at Asbury, kept us coming back for more. No matter what might have been going on his life, he always greeted us with kind words, a huge smile, open arms, and a hug that ranks pretty close to the top of a "Best Hugs" list.

Getting to know Mr. Harold, and other "Elderberries," we quickly began to understand the culture and vision of Asbury; after all, these were the people who kept it alive, when so many others would have left it to die. Because of the faith of Mr. Harold and other Elderberries, Asbury "arose" and today so many of us benefit from its colorful history.

We are sad that Mr. Harold is no longer right here with us. On the other hand, we know that there was a great celebration on February 1st when Mr. Harold walked, with a big smile on his face, through the Gates of Heaven, came face to face with his Lord and Savior, and then began to hug all his family and friends who arrived before him.

Today we celebrate you, Mr. Harold. We love you for the life you lived and the example you set for us. May we all strive to reach the level of godliness you achieved!

Until we meet again,
Amy D. Jenkins and Beth & Payton Harn

Kay Bishop-Nappier

February 3, 2011

I have many fond memories of finding enough pennies to walk to the store on Georgia Ave. to buy candy and seeing your father with his great smile! Sorry to hear about his passing but know he is sitting at the feet of Jesus.

Anne Schumann

February 3, 2011

Cynthia and Claudette, what an honor it was to know your father. Please accept my deepest condolences.

Allison Griffin

February 3, 2011

I had the pleasure of crossing paths with Harold and his two daughters while my mother, Carla Chambers, was a patient at Azalealand. There was hardly ever a time when one of the girls wasn't there - taking him outside or just being there with him for hours on end. Such devotion is rare and I send my loudest applause to you both. Your dad was a 'pistol' and kept us all smiling. My condolences to the family. He will be missed but we find comfort in knowing he is released from the chains.

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