Joseph Herman Hohnerlein, Jr, was born January 18, 1944 to his loving Parents, Monice Moody Hohnerlein, and Joseph Herman Hohnerlein, Sr. He passed away Sunday, September 13, 2020
after a long illness.
He was a lifelong resident of Chatham County. Joe graduated from Savannah High School in 1962 where he loved playing football.
After completing High School, Joe began his forty-three year long career
with Union Camp, now known as International Paper Company in the
Maintenance Department.
Joe served in the Air National Guard in the CRC Radar Department for
seven years.
He was an avid fisherman, and loved deer hunting every chance he had!
When he wasn’t working, he was either hunting or fishing. When he wasn’t hunting or fishing, he was helping to prepare meals for his fellow hunters at the campgrounds. Joe was a Charter member of the McLaws Hunting Club and the Egypt Hunting Club.
Joe was a long-time member of the Savannah Shag Club. He was a member of The Richmond Hill United Methodist where he attended services as long as he was physically able.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother, Carl Hohnerlein.
Survivors include his wife, Lynette (Floyd) Hohnerlein, step-daughters, Valerie Brown (Wesley), Amanda Arnold (Matt), step-grandson, Logan Brown, step-granddaughters, Makayla Brown, Isabella Brown, and Mariah Arnold, Sister, Julie Alderman, several nieces & nephews, great nieces & nephews, and many friends.
Joseph Herman Hohnerlein, was a very kind man, and will certainly
be missed by many who Loved him!
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Christopher Jon Sather
Mrs. Hohnerlein….
I worked with Joe at Union Camp/I.P. in the maintenance dept. until his retirement. Joe was one of the millwrights in the Paper Mill Millwright Shop
when I started as a greenhorn helper 43 years ago. He was a real cut-up
and a day working with Joe was an adventure. Aside from being full of life he was a very good mechanic and I got to learn from him as his helper.
He had alot of knowledge and understanding on how things worked in the papermill and I tried to learn as much as I could from him. Joe had a very good work ethic. He was a Local 23 union brother as well and believed in our union and what it stood for. Joe was a good man and he will definitely be missed by all of us.
My prayer for the entire Hohnerlein family is that our Heavenly Father will lift you up and give you peace and comfort in your hearts and minds.
God bless you all.
Richard Taylor
I was deeply saddened to hear of Joe’s passing. He was always a joy to see and talk with. Always gracious and kind. It was my honor and privilege to have been his dentist for the past 20 years. My prayers are with you and your family. The world’s loss is Heaven’s gain.
Wanda Parnell
So sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. He suffered a long time.
I know he is at peace in heaven now.
If I can do anything for you, Lynette, please let me know.
Patsy Warren Leander
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
My heart is with you
Love,
Patsy Warren Leander
Noreen Carbone
My condolences to Lynette and family. Joe was a very special man, he will be missed but never forgotten. Rest in Peace Joe.
Dock B. Donaldson, III
I am so sorry to hear this. I have not seen Joe in several years but we were friends in High school. He and his family will be in my prayers in the days to come. Looking at his picture he does not look like he has changed a bit from high school.
Linda MacMillan
Lynnette,
I am so sorry for your loss. Our prayers will be with you through this difficult time
Love,
Danny and Linda MacMillan
ken young
I played football and graduated in ’62 with him. He was always such a very nice guy!! He has been on my mind over the last several months…I now understand why!
Pat Johnson
So very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with these family members. Remember the good times!
Frank G. Murray
I played football with Joe at Savannah High. He was a good football player and a nice person. I send my condolences to his family and pray for your comfort.
Frank G. Murray
Marie Cowart
Dearest Lynette,
My thoughts will be with you and the family tomorrow. My prayers continue for your peace and comfort. I know you will have the peace and comfort, too, that only our God can give. May you feel that surround you.
Luree Bonner
Dear Julie
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family in the loss of your brother.
Pam Griffin
So sorry to hear about. You and family are in my prayers.