All Obituaries

Mrs. Leslie Maxine Hinson Jenkins, 62, passed away Thursday, October 14, 2021, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Savannah, Georgia. Leslie was born in Zama, Japan on October 10, 1959, to Lyman and Patricia Hinson and lived in Effingham County for a number of years. She worked as a hairdresser for 20+ years before working 20+ years for Walmart.  In her free time, she enjoyed spending time with her loving family, gardening, cross-stitching and crocheting. She is preceded in death by her...

Mr. Willie Lavonne Steed, 83, passed away surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday, October 14, 2021. Mr. Lavonne was in the first graduating class of Effingham County High School in 1957 and retired from Union Camp after 36 years of service. He had many interests including, farming, being outdoors, and spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Owen and Joe Ollie Steed; his loving wife of 49 years, Mildred “Lib” Steed; and brother, Malcolm...

Statesboro- Jonathan Tyler Wilson, 26, passed away on Monday, October 11, 2021, at Emory University Hospital. Jonathan was born in Savannah, Georgia on September 14, 1995.  He was a 2015 graduate of South Effingham High School and worked for Baker Construction. Jonathan had many interests including his love of gaming, painting, swimming, and fishing. He also enjoyed fires, waterfalls, and nature. He enjoyed eating Oreo cookies and will be remembered for his love of cooking and...

GUYTON- Barbara Sessions Dudney, 87, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 3, 2021. Mrs. Barbara was born June 27, 1934 in Brunswick, Georgia.  As a child, Barbara moved to Chatham County but has been a resident of Effingham County for the last 49 years.  She lived at Griffin Lakes for most of her adult life. She was a graduate of Commercial High School in Savannah.  Before retiring, Barbara worked at Gulfstream Aviation for almost 20 years.  She was a member of...

-Springfield- Mr. Michael Anthony “Tony” Maddox, 60, passed away Saturday, October 2, 2021, at Candler Hospital in Savannah, Georgia, Michael was born on May 31, 1961 in Marion, Indiana to Emerson and Margaret Maddox. He was an avid comic book collector, enjoyed watching sports, and playing video games. Tony will be remembered as a hardworking man who enjoyed spending time with friends and above all spending time with his loving family. He was preceded in death by his parents,...

Mr. John Lawrence Hughey, Sr.,80, passed away surrounded by his family on Saturday, October 2,2021.   Mr. John was born in Lakeland, Florida on June 28, 1941 to Maynard and Anna Hughey. He enjoyed fishing and loved the Lord with all his heart. John will be missed deeply by his loving family, that he adored. He was preceded in death by his parents, Maynard and Anna Hughey; son John Wesley Thomas Hughey; brother, Leon Hughey; and sister, Peggy Hughey. Survivors include: his loving...

William N. Jenkins, 89, passed away Thursday, September 30, 2021, under the care of Hospice. Bill lived most of his life in Thomasville before moving in with his son in Rincon, GA.  He worked for AT&T most of his life, was a member of Dawson Street Baptist Church of Thomasville and Kiwannas. He was preceded in death by his wife, Janice Faye Jenkins.  Survivors include his two sons, Bryan A. Jenkins of Rincon and William N. Jenkins, Jr.  (Debbie) of Valdosta;...

Tyler Rayvon-Shane Allen, 25, passed away on Wednesday, September 29, 2021, at his residence. Tyler was born on October 14,1995, in Savannah, Georgia. He had many interests, including gaming, coding, history, and science. Tyler will be remembered for his big, warm, and loving heart, quick wit, and wicked sense of humor!! He is preceded in death by: his granddaddy, Clarence Allen( Rawhide); stepfather, George Lyell; and uncle, Dennis Knight. Survivors include: his mom, Tammy...

-Rincon- Mr. Joseph Hayward Webb, 58, passed away Tuesday, September 29, 2021, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Savannah, Georgia. Joseph was born in Marietta, Georgia on August 9, 1963 and had lived in Effingham County for a number of years. He worked for many years at LKQ. His great passion was helping others; in the past year, he grew a garden to provide for people that were going through hard times. Joe will be missed greatly by all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his...

-Port Wentworth- Mr. John Robert “Bobby” English, Jr.,79, passed away Monday, September 28, 2021, at Memorial Hospital. Mr. Bobby was born on July 19, 1942 in Guyton, Georgia to John and Pauline English and had resided in Port Wenworth for the last 12 years. The Effingham native was the owner and operator of Kwik Way in Guyton for over 25 years.  He enjoyed traveling, cooking, and sitting on the back porch in his rocking chair. Bobby’s greatest joy came from spending...