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Stephen W. Bragg - RINCON - Stephen W. Bragg, 64, died Saturday, June 11, 2011, at St. Joseph's Hospital. A native of Millen, he had lived in Savannah for most of his life. Stephen joined the Savannah Fire Department in 1967 and over the next 42 years rose through the ranks to Assistant Chief of Operations, retiring in 2009. He also retired from Sears and Roebuck in 2003 with 32 years of service. He was a devoted and loving husband and father who enjoyed gardening and NASCAR. Surviving are his beloved wife of 43 years, Brenda Bragg, of Rincon; his two daughters, Aimee Bragg of Atlanta and Heidi Bragg of Rincon; five brothers, Danny E. Bragg (Shirley) of Statesboro, John F. Bragg of Savannah, Randal P. Bragg of Campobello, SC, Christopher L. Bragg of Rincon, and Timothy D. Bragg (Debbie) of Guyton; a sister, Pamela L. Rockett (Troy) of Inman, SC; his beloved dog, Betsy Rose; and several nieces and nephews. Stephen was preceded in death by his parents, John Willie and Annie Laura Bragg, and a sister, Nancy A. Bragg. The family will receive friends on Monday from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. The funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, June 14, 2011, at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel with Bishop Larry Flippo officiating. The interment will follow at 3:00 pm at Morgan's Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery in Townsend, GA. Please sign our on-line guest book at www.foxandweeks.com Savannah Morning News June 13, 2011 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at savannnahnow.com/obituaries .

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Published by Savannah Morning News from Jun. 12 to Jun. 13, 2011.

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June 15, 2011

Brenda,Aimee,Heidi,Its been along time and this week I find myself thinking of you guys..Im so sorry to hear about uncile Steve..He was always very kind and sweet to me and I know he will be missed by all his frends and family.All I wont to say is if you feel sad ,Just think of a good time you guys had together,and he will put a smile on your face.Hes not gone,He will always be there Family always Debbie Arthur

Teddy Johnson

June 14, 2011

Mrs.Bragg,I worked with Steve at Sears for many years - what a fine employee and man he was!So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.

June 13, 2011

Mrs. Bragg,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family during the death of your husband. I hope and pray that you and your girls become stronger through the grieving process. God bless.

Sincerely,
Laraine M. Wright

Charlotte Sweat

June 13, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
I worked with Steve Bragg for many years and I was deeply hurt when I heard of his passing.
Trust in God for stength and healing of the heart.

God bless

Charlotte Sams-Sweat, retired
Communications SFES

david denmark

June 12, 2011

I'm sorry to here of Steve's passing I knew him for many years and my prayers are with the family.

June 12, 2011

I do not think I ever met a harder working more dedicated member of the Savannah Fire Department in my career. I thought a lot of Steve. I am shocked and saddened by his passing. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

John Rintoul
Savannah Fire Department, Retired

Linda Crews

June 12, 2011

Brenda, I am so sory sorry to hear about Steve. I know it will be a very difficult time for you and the girls. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

June 12, 2011

June12,2011

Don and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. We want you to know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. God bless you all and give you peace.

Don & Joanne Shelton
Manchester, TN

Herby Boyd

June 12, 2011

Brenda I'm so sorry to hear about Steve he was one off my very good friends for a very long time I" ll never forget all the good times we have shared since school days to Fire Department. Rest in Peace old friend.
Herby Boyd Retired Fire Captain Sav. Fire Dept.

Earl Spikes

June 12, 2011

So sorry to hear about Steve, work togethers many years at SFES he will be missed, Our prayers and thoughts are with the family, Earl Spikes Retired Battalion Chief SFES.

Eddie Barbot

June 12, 2011

We are so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. May you find strength and comfort in God's arms. Our thoughts and prayers are with Steve's family.

Retired Captain Eddie Barbot

June 12, 2011

I am sorry for your loss.
I worked with Steve a lot during our careers with the Savannah Fire Department.
May God bless your family.
W. J. Lyle, Jr.
Captain, Savannah Fire Department (Retired)

Wendy Lanier

June 12, 2011

Just wanted to let you know we are thinking of you and your family during this time of grief...Our prayers go out to your family.
Wendy Lanier
106 Hillside Drive
RIncon, Ga

larry wiggins

June 12, 2011

I heart was very sadden when I heard of Steve's passing.
I worked many years with Steve at Sears. My Prayers and
my heart go out to the family.
Larry and Betty Wiggins

REV. HERCULES HICKS & FAMILY

June 12, 2011

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

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