Donald Stubbs
Savannah, Georgia
CW4 Donald E. Stubbs has flown his last mission.
Don Stubbs passed away in his home in Savannah on Sunday evening after a long battle with cancer.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Sally, of 57 years; his sister, Ellen Armstrong of Glennville, GA; 3 daughters and (sons-in-laws), Shelli (Henry Rey) and Laurie (Trey Key) of Richmond Hill, and Amy (Mikel Alberdi) of Tampa; 2 sons and (daughters-in-law), Dale Stubbs (Kristine) and David Stubbs (Michelle) in the Atlanta Area; 7 grandchildren, DJ, Hailey, Tracy, Rachel, James, Amaya, and David; his Aunt Betty, as well as many nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends.
He is proceeded in death by his grandfather David Lester, mother Hazel, and Aunt Ese, as well as his daughter-in-law Sheila.
Don graduated high school in Vidalia, GA and promptly entered the US Army. A decorated veteran of multiple tours of duty in Korea, as well as the Vietnam War, Don served 24 years before retiring after countless CH-47 Chinook flights. While in the Army, he took classes at night to complete his Bachelor's Degree in Business/Accounting from Chaminade College in Honolulu. After retiring from the military, Don's professional career included many years of satisfying service and work benefitting he and his community. He was a devoted parishioner and servant of 43 years to Saint Frances Cabrini Church.
He was a Devoted Husband to 1, Brother to 1, Revered Dad to 5, Worshipped Papa to 7, Uncle Don to many, cousin to even more, and mentor and friend to countless!
Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home, with the family receiving friends one hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Disabled American Veterans at DAV.org
Care and services are entrusted to Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home of Glennville, GA.
Savannah Morning News
05/19/2020
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Jeremy

May 12, 2024

It has been 4 years, and I miss you everyday. Our talks, our conversations, and our laughs.

Steve Hubbard

May 28, 2020

I served with Don in Vietnam with A Company 228th ASHB 1st Air Cavalry. I was a young W2 and Don taught me a lot about being a Maintenance Officer and how to Test Fly a Chinook, we had many flights together in 1970. I saw Don again at Savannah in 1978, when I was at Hunter AAF for a 2 month reserve tour, he greeted me like no time had passed between us. Don was always a gentleman and was a man to be looked up to. I am truly sorry for your families loss.

Robert White

May 20, 2020

Don lived such an remarkable and honorable life. He was a son, a husband, a father, a grandfather, a soldier, a helicopter pilot... and my fathers life-long friend. I have no doubt they are in together in heaven. We will not soon for Don Stubbs; his soft, gentle spirit was testament to his genuine character and integrity. We love and miss you already Don and ask that God uniquely provide to Sally and family the peace that surpasses all understanding.

Rick & Siobhan McGrath

May 20, 2020

Dear Sally,
We are so sad for you and the family. Any conversation with Don always brightened our day. No matter the circumstance, he he had a smile. Whatever the need, he offered to help.

With love,

Jeff Clark

May 20, 2020

Don was a mentor to me when I was new to Chinooks. He always set a good example for others to follow. I was especially impressed that Don always stood up for the Flight Engineers and Crew Chiefs. Don was a good friend and will be missed.

Rita Wiggins

May 20, 2020

Shelli and family,

I am so sorry for your loss. All of you will be in my thoughts and prayers. May God comfort each of you during this most difficult time. Always try to keep all the good memories in the front of your mind; that will make this loss a little easier. God bless and love to all.

Shelly McLane

May 19, 2020

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

Rachaell McLane

Planted Trees

May 19, 2020

Bless you Don for being such a good friend and confidant to my father..He thought the world of you..We will forever be grateful..Rest in Peace..❤

Shirley & Eddie Bolch
Brenda White

Whispering Love Arrangement - BASKET INCLUDED

Dianna Godberson

Sent Flowers

David & Vickie Lewis

May 19, 2020

Don was a very good neighbor and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time of lost.

DAVID LEWIS

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Kathy Allen

May 19, 2020

Our Family is Praying for all of you in this sad time. We will miss Don so much. So sorry we can not be with you during this time. We Love you All.

Julia Wilson and All of her Family

Jim Hunt

May 19, 2020

Don is one of the nicest guys you could ever meet. I have fond memories of him and Jim White. RIP sir. I know you and Jim are cutting it up in heaven.

Israel Martinez

May 19, 2020

Rest is peace Dear Brother in Arms and in Christ our Lord. May we meet again in heaven when my earthly time comes to and end. Comfort to your loved ones.

Carol Kynion

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Jeremy Greene

May 18, 2020

Don Stubbs is my hero. A man I looked up too. I sat and had many conversations about the Military and my career in the Military. Don is truly missed. I'm saddened by this and hold the family in my heart forever.

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