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Local Obituaries for Guyton, GA, Effingham County & Surrounding Areas

Angela "Angie" Leona Thornton

Angela "Angie" Leona Thornton

Jan 1, 2026

Angela “Angie” Leona Stewart Thornton, 68, died peacefully on Thursday morning, January 1, 2026, at Memorial University Medical Center.

Born on September 2, 1957, to the late Dessie Leon Stewart and the late Gwili Purvis Forbes. Angie loved everything to do with her church. She truly enjoyed being a member at Northside Baptist Church in Jesup, Georgia. Angie enjoyed flowers and...

Janett Stinchcomb Harris

Janett Stinchcomb Harris

Jan 1, 2026

Janett Stinchcomb Harris, 81, of Springfield, GA, formerly of Cumberland, MD, passed away on Thursday, January 1, 2026, at Effingham Care and Rehabilitation Center, Springfield, GA.

Born on November 10, 1944, in Baltimore, MD, Mrs. Harris was the daughter of the late Virgil Stinchcomb and Edna Morris Stinchcomb. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Charles...

Big Bunn Budhram

Big Bunn Budhram

2025

Big Bunn was more than just a bunny — Big Bunn was a tiny soul who filled our home with quiet joy, comfort, and unconditional love. From soft nose boops to peaceful naps and curious hops, every little moment with Bunn was a gift we will forever treasure.

Big Bunn taught us how much love can exist in the smallest of...

MSgt Gordon Lynn Reddick, U.S. Air Force (Ret.)

MSgt Gordon Lynn Reddick, U.S. Air Force (Ret.)

Dec 31, 2025

Mr. Gordon Lynn Reddick, 77, of Guyton, GA and husband of Mrs. Maree Ann Busby Reddick, died Wednesday evening December 31, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Statesboro, Georgia, he was the son of the late Mr. Roney Rudolph Reddick and the late Mrs. Edna Lois Highsmith Reddick. After graduating Groves High School, class of 1966,...

Marcus Xavier Anderson

Marcus Xavier Anderson

Dec 28, 2025

Marcus Anderson, age 14, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away on December 28, 2025, in Chatham County. Born on May 25, 2011, in Savannah, Marcus was a remarkable young man whose life, though far too short, left a lasting and powerful impact on all who knew him.

Marcus was only 14, yet he had already made a profound impression through his character,...

Eric Victor Carothers

Eric Victor Carothers

Dec 17, 2025

Eric Victor Carothers, age 60, passed away on Wednesday, December 17, at Effingham County Hospital.

Eric was born on July 29, 1965, in San Bernardino, California, to the late Robert and Mary Carothers. He was a devoted husband to his wife, Stacy, with whom he shared 24 years of marriage.

Eric had a passion for Harley motorcycles and loved spending time fishing,...

William Paul Deason

William Paul Deason

Dec 17, 2025

William Paul Deason, 81, passed away on Wednesday, December 17, at Augusta VA hospital.

William P. Deason, affectionately known as “Billy” to family and “Bill” to friends, was born in Charleston, South Carolina, on February 10, 1944, to the late Paul Prescott Deason and late Sylvia Belle Bargeron Deason. He grew up in Sardis, Georgia, on his grandmother’s family farm and...

Copper Harden

Copper Harden

Dec 12, 2025

Copper was rescued at just six months old and went on to spend ten beautiful years living a wonderful, comfy life with his family, who loved him beyond measure. He came home to a rowdy bunch and fit right in from the very beginning. From the moment he arrived, he belonged.He was the sweetest dog, full of loyalty and quiet...

CPO Marvin Milton Pierce, U.S. Navy (Ret.)

CPO Marvin Milton Pierce, U.S. Navy (Ret.)

Dec 12, 2025

Marvin Milton Pierce died on December 12, 2025, after a long illness, with family by his side.

He was born on December 30, 1937, in Moultrie, Georgia, to Joel Thomas and Cynthia Lucille (Williamson) Pierce. He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather. He was raised in Savannah and Vidalia, Georgia.

He began his military career in 1953 and retired from the...

Collins Drew Aldridge

Collins Drew Aldridge

Dec 10, 2025

Collins Drew Aldridge passed away on Wednesday, December 10, at Memorial Hospital.

She was born in Savannah, Georgia, on December 9, 2025, to her loving parents, Dylan and Rebecca Aldridge.

Though her life was brief, Collins knew only love, surrounded by the warmth and care of her family.

She will be dearly missed by her parents; her sister, Sutton Aldridge; and her grandparents,...

Jerry Paul Stone

Jerry Paul Stone

Dec 6, 2025

Jerry Paul Stone, 82, passed away on Saturday, December 6, at Candler Hospital.

Born on April 11, 1943, in Savannah, Georgia, Jerry was the son of the late Reverend Henry Stone and Genie Wells Stone.

A lifelong lover of animals, he found joy in the companionship of dogs and cats. Jerry also had a deep appreciation for early rock and roll, especially...

Loyd Boyd Atchley

Loyd Boyd Atchley

Dec 6, 2025

Loyd Boyd Atchley, 84, passed away on Saturday, December 6, at his residence in Guyton, Georgia.

He was born on January 18, 1941, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, to the late Frank and Cloma Atchley. Loyd loved bringing his family together, dancing “breaking the whip,” and cheering on his favorite football team, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

He is preceded in death by his...

Robert Gene Scomo

Robert Gene Scomo

Dec 4, 2025

Robert Gene Scomo, 81, passed away peacefully at home on December 4, 2025, in Pooler, Georgia.

Born on May 3, 1944, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Bob attended Girard College for Boys. He later moved with his family to Medford, New Jersey, where he spent most of his life and built a home filled with love, hard work, and enduring friendships.

Bob shared 47...

Megan Lynn Quigley

Megan Lynn Quigley

Dec 3, 2025

Megan Lynn Quigley, 39, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at Effingham Care and Rehabilitation. 

She was born in Savannah, Georgia, on April 9, 1986, to parents Larry Quigley and Deborah Quigley.

She will be remembered by her parents, Larry and Deborah Quigley, her brothers, Benjamin Howard (Leslie) of Houston Texas, Sean Quigley (Christina) of Hampton County, Georgia, her sister, Lauren...

Joanne Crabb Hughes

Joanne Crabb Hughes

Dec 2, 2025

Joanne Crabb Hughes, 71, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at her residence. She was born on August 2, 1954, in Dublin, Georgia, to her late parents, Virgil Lumley and Hazel Lumley.

Joanne was happiest when fishing and playing games such as pool, slot machines, Yahtzee, and phase ten. She spent her free time playing games on her computer...

Michael Colon Jenkins

Michael Colon Jenkins

Nov 30, 2025

Michael Colon Jenkins, age 65, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at Hospice Savannah.

He was born on September 4, 1960, in Savannah, Georgia, to his late parents, Ralph Jenkins and Linda Jenkins.

Michael loved the outdoors and found joy in simple pleasures, fishing on quiet mornings, horseback riding, and watching his favorite sports, especially football, baseball, and NASCAR. He was...

Mildred Pauline Greene

Mildred Pauline Greene

Nov 28, 2025

Mildred Pauline Greene, 79, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, November 28, 2025.

 She was born on May 27, 1946, in Charlottesville, Virginia.

Mildred dedicated many years of her life to teaching a profession she cherished deeply. Known for her fun-loving spirit, she brought joy to those around her both inside and outside the classroom. She found happiness caring for...

Alexander James Williams

Alexander James Williams

Nov 26, 2025

Alexander James Williams, 14, of Guyton, Georgia passed away on Wednesday afternoon, November 26, 2025.

Alex had so many reasons to be celebrated. He had a zeal for life that was unparalleled and a heart full of love to serve and give. In short, he was pure and he was good.

He was full of adventure. A recent Eagle Scout, a karate...

Howard Fred West Jr.

Howard Fred West Jr.

Nov 25, 2025

Howard Fred West Jr., 87, passed away peacefully at his residence on Tuesday, November 25, 2025.

Born in Atlanta, Georgia, on October 6, 1938. Howard was the son of the late Howard Fred West Sr. and Elizabeth Griffin West. He earned his bachelor’s degree and went on to build a long and dedicated career as an HVAC architect, a profession in...

Samson Biezenbos

Samson Biezenbos

Nov 25, 2025

In Memory of Samson Biezenbos

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our...