Tom Fabian Jr.

Mr. Tom Allen Fabian, Jr., age 97, was born June 6, 1920 in Hinesville, GA to the late Tom Fabian, Sr. and Martha Johnson Fabian. He is the second of three children and was affectionately known as “Tom Dooley”. He later moved to Savannah, GA, where he attended the public schools of Savannah Chatham County. Tom united in Holy matrimony with Rosa L. Fabian on December 20, 1954. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Tom Dooley was a veteran of the United States Navy and proudly served his country. He was awarded the Victory World War II medal on November 12, 1947. Tom was honorably discharged on November 12, 1952. One of his favorite pastimes was sharing his military experiences with family and friends. Tom Dooley entered into eternal peace and rest on Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at Riverview Health & Rehabilitation Center in Savannah, GA. His precious memories will live on through family and friends who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 56 years, Rosa L. Fabian; one son, George A. Fabian; one brother, James Fabian. His memories will forever be cherished by his five children: one son, Charles (Sue) Ansley of Glendale, Maryland; four daughters, Jacqueline (Edward) Petty; Sandra (Charlie) Hall, both of Savannah, GA; Pamela Joyce of Anderson, SC; Melissa Fabian of Centreville, VA; fifteen grandchildren; twenty-three great-grandchildren; one great-great granddaughter; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. The family of the late Mr. Tom (“Tom Dooley”) Fabian, Jr. wishes to acknowledge, with deep appreciation, the many expressions of love and acts of kindness during our time of bereavement. Your visits, cards, flowers, food, calls, and most of all your prayers, will always be remembered. Tom Dooley will be missed forever, but we know that he will live on in the hearts of all who share their grief with our family during this difficult time. Thank you for surrounding us with your love! May God forever bless and keep you! The Family. Graveside services will be March 9, 2021 at 11a.m. in Beaufort National Cemetery. Viewing: March 8, 2021 from 12-5p.m. at the funeral home.

Tom Fabian Jr.

June 6, 1920 - March 2, 2021