Alvenia “Venia” Calloway a long-time resident of Savannah, GA, passed away at Hospice Savannah on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. Alvenia had been battling ovarian cancer. She was 80 years of age.
Alvenia is preceded in death by her son, Kenneth Williams Calloway; her mother, Evelyn Wiley, and her father, John Mitchell.
She is survived by her son, Eugene (Patricia) Calloway, Jr.; her daughter, Tammy (Elijah) Calloway Hunter; grandchildren – Sherree (Robert) Calloway Garcia; Eugene W. Calloway, III; Kevin Lavon Calloway-Brunson, Jr.; Kenneth W. Calloway, Jr.; Cana (I.K.) Brunson Obaisi; siblings – Carolyn Mitchell; Michael Mitchell; Darryl (Cynthia) Mitchell; Gregory (Muzette) Mitchell; Linda Nolden; Ronald Comer; Randy (Justina) Comer; Ronald Hinton (deceased); and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Alvenia was born on Daufuskie Island, SC on July 30, 1939. She graduated from Alfred E. Beach High School and went on to earn a nursing degree (LPN) from Savannah Area Technical College. She worked as a nurse for over 15 years at Memorial Hospital. She retired from Georgia Regional.
Alvenia loved to cook and generously shared her cooking with others. She loved fishing, crabbing, visiting casinos, and traveling. She enjoyed attending church services and loved family gatherings. She will be forever remembered for her infectious smile, quick wit, and kind words. She is already missed beyond measure, as there are many lives she touched while here with us.
The family will be having a Celebration of Life Memorial Service for Alvenia, (date to be determined) and asks that, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ovariancancerinstitute.org or on cashapp $msvyne to be donated on your behalf.
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Anthony & Laura (Milton) McKoy
She was definitely a person that loved and didn’t mind at all receiving love. I’m thankful for her being my Mom’s long time best friend (Mary Milton), a part of my life through youth, marriage hurdles and, vacations in Savannah . . . my birth place.
There’s surely a hurt in our hearts, knowing that there’s a season for all things. Love and blessing to her family and friends.
Mary A. Milton
God bless the surviving members of Venia’s family, as I called her. I will miss her always because she was a sister that I never had. We grew up together from 7th grade on through life. It was a blessing to have a friend like her who would travel from GA to NC just to cook me my favorite meal this past Fall. I loved her dearly. Again I will miss her forever . . . so much. Words can’t express it. My love and heart goes out to her children and the rest of the family. I know you will miss her as much as I do or more. You have my deepest sympathy. Always, Mary Milton.
Beverly Bedgood-Jackson
She will be missed..Love you Mrs. Calloway..May you rest forever in Paradise
Laura Pearson
Alvinia was learning about Jehovah God, his son and the kingdom they will eventually bring to this earth to establish permanent peace. Isaiah 33:24 states that during this time, “no resident will say I’m sick”. Her friends and family can look forward to her resurrection and that promise from Jehovah and his son, Christ Jesus. Rest in peace, friend. We’ll meet again.
Charles and Roslyn Baugh
I’d like to send out my condolences to my friend my sister Tammy. Prayers strength and courage in this time of need.Forever in our hearts ?
Perry J. Hopper
She was obviously a beautiful and loving family woman who passed that on to her daughter, Tammy, and her entire family. May your mother rest well in the arms of Jesus.
Evelyn Calloway
My Sincere Condolences to the Family. God will Console your heavy broken hearts. Keep The Faith. God will carry you through. Blessings with The Love of Christ.
Evelyn Calloway
Orlando Florida
Angela Calloway
My Condolences to Tammy & Eugene Ms Calloway will be misses. May you RIP love Angela Calloway..
Lillian Sams
Rest In Peace, My Friend,Rest In Peace.