Susan Deborah Battles Phinney, 72, of Canton, GA, passed away Saturday, July 2, 2016 at her residence.
The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 6, 2016 at Ivey Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Stephen L. Webb officiating. Interment will follow at Oak City Cemetery.
Susan was born January 12, 1944 in Bainbridge, GA, the daughter of George Franklin Battles, Jr. and Hazel Lucille Wilson Battles. She was a graduate of Bainbridge High School, Class of 1962, and of Auburn University. She was an educator and administrator for the Alexander Tharpe Fund at Georgia Tech. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Survivors include her husband, Thomas Wesley Cleveland Phinney, Jr. of Canton, GA; her sons: Thomas Wesley Phinney, III and his wife, Jennifer Martin Phinney of Dalton, GA and Corbett Battles Phinney and his wife, Kimberly Dushane Phinney of Newnan, GA; her sister, Margaret Battles Harrell of Donalsonville, GA; her grandchildren, Zachary Tyler Phinney, Emeline Elizabeth Phinney, Bret Alexander Phinney, Katherine Daniel Phinney, Margaret May Phinney, Thomas James Phinney, and Danielle Dushane Mitchell. In addition to her parents, Susan was preceded in death by her brother, George Franklin Battles, III.; and her sister, Catherine Ann Battles Nelson.
Follows a July 2 Facebook posting : Susan Phinney peacefully fell asleep forever this morning about 7:30. We (the family) knew its inevitability because of PSP. She never acknowledged that PSP existed, and calmly opposed all of its terrifically terrible phases, along with opposing all the doctors who were at a loss as to how to approach its many daggers. She was a most beautiful person, persistent to a fault (if that is possible). At this time yesterday, she was still w/me beside my bed in a hospital bed, and I was 'pacified' that she was still here, and w/me. She is now no longer here, and of course it is tough to let go; with God's help I will fumble through. God in all wisdom simply said " Susan has been through enough, it is time that she comes to see me." I so appreciate Him for doing so.
Portions of The Certificate of Appreciation for Susan Phinney (Vice President), recognized by the Georgia Tech Alexander Tharpe Fund Board of Trustees on September 27, 2001:
For two decades Susan Phinney represented the best of Georgia Tech athletics: Integrity, Fairness, and Teamwork. As a friend and surrogate mother to a generation of students, alumni, staff, and friends of the Georgia Tech Athletic Association, Susan leaves…a legacy of commitment and perseverance. The young teacher turned football recruiter honed her skills to become one of the best fund-raisers Tech has ever known. Among Susan’s accomplishments is Georgia Tech’s renowned Point System….for the equitable distribution of athletic ticket priority. She (can) justifiably be proud of her work quadrupling Alexander Tharpe’s endowment from seven million dollars when she began.., to a market value in excess of twenty eight million dollars, providing essential scholarship support for students in seventeen sports. Susan also was the …architect of Georgia Tech’s Olympic Facilities Campaign…
Known for her ability to take care of everyone’s needs, Susan is loved and missed by her co-workers and donors alike. …..her management skills and sense of style endeared her to those around her. Persistence guaranteed that problems became opportunities, and no challenge too large to tackle with a positive attitude and belief in the worthiness of the cause. For her dedication, devotion, and commitment to the Georgia Tech Institute of Technology, and generations of student athletes, the Board of Trustees recognize Susan Phinney……..
Signed by G. Wayne Clough, President
The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 6, 2016 at Ivey Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Stephen L. Webb officiating. Interment will follow at Oak City Cemetery.
Susan was born January 12, 1944 in Bainbridge, GA, the daughter of George Franklin Battles, Jr. and Hazel Lucille Wilson Battles. She was a graduate of Bainbridge High School, Class of 1962, and of Auburn University. She was an educator and administrator for the Alexander Tharpe Fund at Georgia Tech. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Survivors include her husband, Thomas Wesley Cleveland Phinney, Jr. of Canton, GA; her sons: Thomas Wesley Phinney, III and his wife, Jennifer Martin Phinney of Dalton, GA and Corbett Battles Phinney and his wife, Kimberly Dushane Phinney of Newnan, GA; her sister, Margaret Battles Harrell of Donalsonville, GA; her grandchildren, Zachary Tyler Phinney, Emeline Elizabeth Phinney, Bret Alexander Phinney, Katherine Daniel Phinney, Margaret May Phinney, Thomas James Phinney, and Danielle Dushane Mitchell. In addition to her parents, Susan was preceded in death by her brother, George Franklin Battles, III.; and her sister, Catherine Ann Battles Nelson.
Follows a July 2 Facebook posting : Susan Phinney peacefully fell asleep forever this morning about 7:30. We (the family) knew its inevitability because of PSP. She never acknowledged that PSP existed, and calmly opposed all of its terrifically terrible phases, along with opposing all the doctors who were at a loss as to how to approach its many daggers. She was a most beautiful person, persistent to a fault (if that is possible). At this time yesterday, she was still w/me beside my bed in a hospital bed, and I was 'pacified' that she was still here, and w/me. She is now no longer here, and of course it is tough to let go; with God's help I will fumble through. God in all wisdom simply said " Susan has been through enough, it is time that she comes to see me." I so appreciate Him for doing so.
Portions of The Certificate of Appreciation for Susan Phinney (Vice President), recognized by the Georgia Tech Alexander Tharpe Fund Board of Trustees on September 27, 2001:
For two decades Susan Phinney represented the best of Georgia Tech athletics: Integrity, Fairness, and Teamwork. As a friend and surrogate mother to a generation of students, alumni, staff, and friends of the Georgia Tech Athletic Association, Susan leaves…a legacy of commitment and perseverance. The young teacher turned football recruiter honed her skills to become one of the best fund-raisers Tech has ever known. Among Susan’s accomplishments is Georgia Tech’s renowned Point System….for the equitable distribution of athletic ticket priority. She (can) justifiably be proud of her work quadrupling Alexander Tharpe’s endowment from seven million dollars when she began.., to a market value in excess of twenty eight million dollars, providing essential scholarship support for students in seventeen sports. Susan also was the …architect of Georgia Tech’s Olympic Facilities Campaign…
Known for her ability to take care of everyone’s needs, Susan is loved and missed by her co-workers and donors alike. …..her management skills and sense of style endeared her to those around her. Persistence guaranteed that problems became opportunities, and no challenge too large to tackle with a positive attitude and belief in the worthiness of the cause. For her dedication, devotion, and commitment to the Georgia Tech Institute of Technology, and generations of student athletes, the Board of Trustees recognize Susan Phinney……..
Signed by G. Wayne Clough, President
Susan Deborah Battles Phinney, 72, of Canton, GA, passed away Saturday, July 2, 2016 at her residence.
The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 6, 2016 at Ivey Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Stephen L. Webb officiating. Interment will follow at Oak City Cemetery.
Susan was born January 12, 1944 in Bainbridge, GA, the daughter of George Franklin Battles, Jr. and Hazel Lucille Wilson Battles. She was a graduate of Bainbridge High School, Class of 1962, and of Auburn University. She was an educator and administrator for the Alexander Tharpe Fund at Georgia Tech. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Survivors include her husband, Thomas Wesley Cleveland Phinney, Jr. of Canton, GA; her sons: Thomas Wesley Phinney, III and his wife, Jennifer Martin Phinney of Dalton, GA and Corbett Battles Phinney and his wife, Kimberly Dushane Phinney of Newnan, GA; her sister, Margaret Battles Harrell of Donalsonville, GA; her grandchildren, Zachary Tyler Phinney, Emeline Elizabeth Phinney, Bret Alexander Phinney, Katherine Daniel Phinney, Margaret May Phinney, Thomas James Phinney, and Danielle Dushane Mitchell. In addition to her parents, Susan was preceded in death by her brother, George Franklin Battles, III.; and her sister, Catherine Ann Battles Nelson.
Follows a July 2 Facebook posting : Susan Phinney peacefully fell asleep forever this morning about 7:30. We (the family) knew its inevitability because of PSP. She never acknowledged that PSP existed, and calmly opposed all of its terrifically terrible phases, along with opposing all the doctors who were at a loss as to how to approach its many daggers. She was a most beautiful person, persistent to a fault (if that is possible). At this time yesterday, she was still w/me beside my bed in a hospital bed, and I was 'pacified' that she was still here, and w/me. She is now no longer here, and of course it is tough to let go; with God's help I will fumble through. God in all wisdom simply said " Susan has been through enough, it is time that she comes to see me." I so appreciate Him for doing so.
Portions of The Certificate of Appreciation for Susan Phinney (Vice President), recognized by the Georgia Tech Alexander Tharpe Fund Board of Trustees on September 27, 2001:
For two decades Susan Phinney represented the best of Georgia Tech athletics: Integrity, Fairness, and Teamwork. As a friend and surrogate mother to a generation of students, alumni, staff, and friends of the Georgia Tech Athletic Association, Susan leaves…a legacy of commitment and perseverance. The young teacher turned football recruiter honed her skills to become one of the best fund-raisers Tech has ever known. Among Susan’s accomplishments is Georgia Tech’s renowned Point System….for the equitable distribution of athletic ticket priority. She (can) justifiably be proud of her work quadrupling Alexander Tharpe’s endowment from seven million dollars when she began.., to a market value in excess of twenty eight million dollars, providing essential scholarship support for students in seventeen sports. Susan also was the …architect of Georgia Tech’s Olympic Facilities Campaign…
Known for her ability to take care of everyone’s needs, Susan is loved and missed by her co-workers and donors alike. …..her management skills and sense of style endeared her to those around her. Persistence guaranteed that problems became opportunities, and no challenge too large to tackle with a positive attitude and belief in the worthiness of the cause. For her dedication, devotion, and commitment to the Georgia Tech Institute of Technology, and generations of student athletes, the Board of Trustees recognize Susan Phinney……..
Signed by G. Wayne Clough, President
The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 6, 2016 at Ivey Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Stephen L. Webb officiating. Interment will follow at Oak City Cemetery.
Susan was born January 12, 1944 in Bainbridge, GA, the daughter of George Franklin Battles, Jr. and Hazel Lucille Wilson Battles. She was a graduate of Bainbridge High School, Class of 1962, and of Auburn University. She was an educator and administrator for the Alexander Tharpe Fund at Georgia Tech. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Survivors include her husband, Thomas Wesley Cleveland Phinney, Jr. of Canton, GA; her sons: Thomas Wesley Phinney, III and his wife, Jennifer Martin Phinney of Dalton, GA and Corbett Battles Phinney and his wife, Kimberly Dushane Phinney of Newnan, GA; her sister, Margaret Battles Harrell of Donalsonville, GA; her grandchildren, Zachary Tyler Phinney, Emeline Elizabeth Phinney, Bret Alexander Phinney, Katherine Daniel Phinney, Margaret May Phinney, Thomas James Phinney, and Danielle Dushane Mitchell. In addition to her parents, Susan was preceded in death by her brother, George Franklin Battles, III.; and her sister, Catherine Ann Battles Nelson.
Follows a July 2 Facebook posting : Susan Phinney peacefully fell asleep forever this morning about 7:30. We (the family) knew its inevitability because of PSP. She never acknowledged that PSP existed, and calmly opposed all of its terrifically terrible phases, along with opposing all the doctors who were at a loss as to how to approach its many daggers. She was a most beautiful person, persistent to a fault (if that is possible). At this time yesterday, she was still w/me beside my bed in a hospital bed, and I was 'pacified' that she was still here, and w/me. She is now no longer here, and of course it is tough to let go; with God's help I will fumble through. God in all wisdom simply said " Susan has been through enough, it is time that she comes to see me." I so appreciate Him for doing so.
Portions of The Certificate of Appreciation for Susan Phinney (Vice President), recognized by the Georgia Tech Alexander Tharpe Fund Board of Trustees on September 27, 2001:
For two decades Susan Phinney represented the best of Georgia Tech athletics: Integrity, Fairness, and Teamwork. As a friend and surrogate mother to a generation of students, alumni, staff, and friends of the Georgia Tech Athletic Association, Susan leaves…a legacy of commitment and perseverance. The young teacher turned football recruiter honed her skills to become one of the best fund-raisers Tech has ever known. Among Susan’s accomplishments is Georgia Tech’s renowned Point System….for the equitable distribution of athletic ticket priority. She (can) justifiably be proud of her work quadrupling Alexander Tharpe’s endowment from seven million dollars when she began.., to a market value in excess of twenty eight million dollars, providing essential scholarship support for students in seventeen sports. Susan also was the …architect of Georgia Tech’s Olympic Facilities Campaign…
Known for her ability to take care of everyone’s needs, Susan is loved and missed by her co-workers and donors alike. …..her management skills and sense of style endeared her to those around her. Persistence guaranteed that problems became opportunities, and no challenge too large to tackle with a positive attitude and belief in the worthiness of the cause. For her dedication, devotion, and commitment to the Georgia Tech Institute of Technology, and generations of student athletes, the Board of Trustees recognize Susan Phinney……..
Signed by G. Wayne Clough, President
