"Lit a candle in memory of Dr. Hilbert Bryant Savage, Jr."
In loving memory of
Dr. Hilbert Bryant Savage, Jr.
September 24, 1934 - October 31, 2015
Dr. Hilbert Bryant Savage, Jr., 81, of Austin passed away October 31, 2015 in Austin. He was born September 24, 1934 in Paducah, Kentucky to Hilbert Bryant Savage and Rachel Ezell Savage.
Bryant Savage married Anita Jean Cook on June 12, 1955 in Memphis, TN. They were blessed with two daughters, Dawn S. Fuqua and Wendy S. Marsh, a grandson, Adam Bryant Marsh and granddaughters, Barbara Joy Fuqua and Anita Kay Fuqua. He has a brother, Don Ezell Savage, and sister, Lucinda Faber, who also survive.
Dr. Savage obtained his Doctor of Medicine degree from University of Tennessee at Memphis in 1958 and a Master of Public Health degree at Harvard University in 1964. Dr. Savage obtained certification in Aerospace Medicine and in Family Practice by their respective boards. He served in the United States Air Force for 21 years, commanding medical facilities at Ubon, Thailand; Grand Forks, ND; Blytheville, AR; and Misawa, Japan. He also served in Command Surgeons offices for Strategic Air Command, 8th Air Force, and Air Training Command.
From 1981 to retirement in 1998, Dr. Savage practiced in Franklin, TN in association with Drs. Joseph L. Willoughby and Kenneth E. Dodge. During this period, he served terms as president of the Williamson County Medical Society and Andrew Jackson Chapter of the Tennessee Academy of Family Physicians. He was a long time Chief of Family Practice at Williamson Medical Center and served as the Director of Primary Care, Williamson Medical Center at time of retirement.
A member of Shepard of the Hills Presbyterian Church, Austin, Dr. Savage was proudest of being patriarch of a close knit, loving family and service to his Lord as Elder in the Presbyterian Church. He was happiest in serving others.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, November 4, 2015, at Harrell Funeral Home, 4435 Frontier Trail, Austin.
Tributes
"Lit a candle in memory of Dr. Hilbert Bryant Savage, Jr."
"I apologize in advance if this offends anyone but I want to share my story of chance. Today, in particular, I was having extreme difficulty auscultating my patient's apical pulse with my stethoscope. Having this vital sign is extremely important before giving certain medications and I was disappointed in my stethoscope. I was driving home from nursing school (taking the scenic route) and I just happened to pass an estate sale. I dream of a grand home someday so I felt compelled to stop so I could see the inside. It was a beautiful home indeed and I was completely intrigued by the office. There were medical reference books galore, antique style Doctor tools, and there it was! A grey Littmann Classic II stethoscope with a name tag reading Dr. Savage! It was meant to be. Even though Dr. Savage has passed on he will be there in spirit as I take care of many more patients for many more years to come with his stethoscope. Sincerely, JM, Student Nurse"
"Dear Anita, Carroll and I just learned of Dr.'s passing. He and I started work in Franklin at the same time as junior partners in the nursing home and his work as medical director helped establish our reputation for providing good care. We became very good friends and our weekly golf outing at Temple Hills was something I always looked forward to. God Rest Him and God Bless You. John and Carroll Jones"
"Anita, I just learned about an hour ago about your loss. My daughter was in a class with Don and he told her. I am so sorry, but you know I feel your pain. I was so blessed to have had the years to work with him. He was so patient with me and always soft spoken and kind. Both of you were there for me when things were bad for my Larry and I will forever be grateful. Looking up and seeing you and Dr. Savage walk in to the waiting area is still vivid in my mind. My prayers are with you and your lovely family. God bless. Kaye Gibbs"
"Anita, Dawn, Wendy and family, we were saddened to hear of Bryant's passing. He was so kind and caring and was truly an honorable man. If you ever met Bryant, you made a new friend. He has left each of you with so many special memories that you will cherish the remainder of your lives. Knowing he was a believer and a servant of God, you know he has entered the kingdom of heaven where one day you will be reunited. Praying for you during this difficult time. God be with you. Woody & Anita Pogue"
"We are greatly saddened at the news of Bryant's passing. We have many fond memories of their years in Franklin, TN. Our heartfelt sympathy to Anita, Dawn, Wendy and family. ----Betty and Dr. Joe Willoughby"