Charles "Buddy" Vernon Lanier, Jr.

Charles Vernon Lanier, Jr., “Buddy”, 83, passed away on Monday, March 04, 2019 at St. Joseph’s Hospital after a long illness.

Buddy lived in the Savannah area most of his life. He was a member of Dean Forest Baptist Church and a member of the building team. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and served as a Scout Master. For many years, he served with the Chatham County Civil Defense.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Clara Lanier; son, Chuck Lanier; and sister, Marie Durden.

He is survived by his loving companion, Barbara Poppell; son, Jack Lanier (Ann); daughters, Patricia Lanier and Rose McLendon (Richard); brother, John Irvine Lanier; grandchildren, Tobey Woods, Marie Hamilton (Andrew), Jennifer McCranie, Howie Strouse, Christopher McLendon, Brianna Sweat, and Star Lanier; and numerous great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 5, 2019 at Carter Funeral Home Bryan Chapel. Funeral services will begin at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at Carter Funeral Home Bryan Chapel. Burial will follow at Daniel Baptist Church Cemetery with a reception following at Dean Forest Baptist Church.

Carter Funeral Home Bryan Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences can be made at www.carterbryanchapel.com.