Samuel Fair Marshall Stone

Samuel Fair Marshall Stone, 78, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2025. He was born in Savannah, Georgia, on January 4th, 1947, to Mary Habersham Marshall Stone and Richard Marvin Stone, both of whom preceded him in death. He is survived by his brother Richard Ten Broeck Stone; his son Wesley Ten Broeck Stone; his daughter Lynah Stone Gottlieb (Bennett); his grandchildren Wallace Banks Gottlieb, William Harris Gottlieb, and Merit Elizabeth Gottlieb; and his long-time love, Stephanie Fanjul.

A father and grandfather whose life was shaped by good manners, sturdy humor, immeasurable charm and a generous soul that made space for everyone. He lived life to the fullest and had a damn good time along the way.

Marshall was a Vietnam veteran suffering from peripheral neuropathy and exposure to agent orange which led to Alzheimer's Disease. Serving 14 months in Vietnam, he was nominated for the Bronze Star which he refused, modestly and incorrectly stating that he did not deserve the medal. He was later awarded the Army Commendation Medal for his service.

Marshall was a career nurseryman possessing encyclopedic knowledge and love of plants. As president and owner of Marador Nursery he planted trees, shrubs, flowers, and gardens all over Chatham County and Savannah. Drive down Abercorn Street between Derenne and Victory and enjoy the smaller trees and shrubs in the median - Marshall planted them. Continue down MLK between Gwinnett and Oglethorpe and see the maturing Live Oaks all along the sides of the street - Marshall planted them. Visit Pulaski Square downtown in the late spring and soak up the simplicity and wonder of the pink Azalea blooms in the center of the square - thank Marshall.

Marshall was remembered everywhere he went for his quick wit, gentle nature, joking and mischievous manner, and the ease with which he made people feel seen. He never forgot a name, a detail, or a story. He had an uncanny ability to know when he was needed and appear with travel bag in hand, and ticket tucked in his pocket.

He leaves behind a legacy built not from grand gestures, but from a lifetime of small, steadfast acts of love: a perfectly shucked oyster, a camellia planted just so, a well-worn passport, a well-timed, rapscallion laugh, and a life enriched by deep connections.

Those who loved him will carry his humor, gentleness, and generous spirit with them always.

According to Marshall's wishes, his family will gather for a private ceremony.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations in his name to Savannah Tree Foundation, 3025 Bull Street Savannah, GA, 31405 or Mirasol Health PO Box 3827 Bluffton, SC