Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Guyton, GA, Effingham County & Surrounding Areas
Geraldine Reese
Jun 30, 2026
Geraldine Pevey Reese, 91, of Garden City, Georgia, widow of Robert A. Reese, Sr., passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday evening, June 30, 2026.
Born on August 16, 1934, Geraldine was the daughter of the late Phineas Tarver “Sonny” Pevey and the late Edith Seckinger Pevey. She was a devoted member of Guyton Christian Church, where her faith remained...
Joyce Coursey Fort
Jun 27, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Joyce Coursey Fort. Joyce peacefully departed this world on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the age of 80.
Born on Wednesday, November 14, 1945, Joyce was the treasured daughter of the late Robert and Minnie Ruth Coursey. Her life served as a testament to love, kindness, and an enduring affection...
Roger Dale Swindell Jr.
Jun 25, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Roger Dale Swindell, Jr., 56, a beloved father, brother, grandfather, and friend. Roger departed this life on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at his residence in Pembroke, Georgia.
He was born on October 15, 1969, in Savannah, Georgia to his parents Roger Dale Swindell, Sr. and Peggy Sue Berryhill. Roger was...
Carol Denise Pigg
Jun 17, 2026
Carol Denise Seckinger Pigg, 65, of Rincon, Georgia and widow of William Roy Pigg, Jr., died Wednesday evening, June 17, 2026, at Effingham Hospital.
She was born in Miami, Florida on August 28, 1960, to Charles E. Seckinger and Ruth Elizaabeth Ambrose Seckinger. Carol enjoyed fishing and shopping. She also liked causing havoc with her family and friends. She recently discovered...
John Alan Bazemore
Jun 14, 2026
John Alan Bazemore, 64, passed away on Sunday, June 14th, 2026. Alan was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend.
He was born on July 12th, 1961, in Macon, GA to his parents James K and Janet Bazemore.
A master carpenter by trade, Alan was known for his skillful craftsmanship and eye for detail. His creations were not merely wood and nails...
Georgy Ann Madden
Jun 10, 2026
Georgy Ann Fullwood Madden, 56, of Guyton, Georgia and wife of Michael Joseph Madden, died Wednesday morning, June 10, 2026.
Born in Savannah, Georgia to the late Jimmy Fullwood and the late Hilda Ann Smith Fullwood. She served in the United States Army. Georgy worked in fire sprinkler protection. She was a member of Bonnie Bridge Baptist Church.
Georgy enjoyed duck hunting,...
Lawney Lloyd Hites
Jun 9, 2026
Lawney Lloyd Hites, 80, of Guyton, Georgia and widower of Betty Yeaples Hites, died Tuesday evening, June 9, 2026, with his family by his side.
Born in Norfolk, Virginia, he was the son of the late Everett Hite and the late Doris Heath Hite. Lawney was a member of Pineora Baptist Church in his later years. He had several interesting careers,...
Elna Jorene Carroll "Grannymom"
Jun 9, 2026
Elna Jorene Carroll “Grannymom”, born on January 18th, 1937, in Wilsonville, Alabama, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 9,2026 at the age of 89. Heaven gained a very special Angel.
To know Grannymom was to know love, kindness, and a giving soul. She gave so much to this world, especially to children. Her heart cared...
Edward "Eddie" Lynn Pye
May 30, 2026
Edward “Eddie” Lynn Pye, a cherished resident of Springfield, GA, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 30th, 2026, at the age of 60.
Born on Wednesday, June 16th, 1965, Eddie was a beloved father, brother, grandfather, and friend whose kind spirit and engaging presence touched the lives of everyone he met.
A dedicated engineer, Eddie gave many years to his work at...
Margie Starling
May 29, 2026
Margie Bell Starling, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 29th, 2026, at the age of 80.
Born in Madison, Florida, on January 14th, 1946, Margie led a full and loving life devoted to family, faith, and the simple joys of nature.
Margie was preceded in death by her loving husband, Raymond Malcolm Starling; her son Mark Starling; parents Ninie and Leona Bell,...
Andrew Bernard Miles
May 23, 2026
November 5, 2006 – May 23, 2026
Andrew Bernard Miles, age 19, passed away on May 23, 2026. Andrew was a loving son, brother, grandson, uncle, and friend whose life touched many people. He will be remembered for his love of family, sports, gaming, and the joy he brought to those around him.
Andrew graduated from Classical Conversations and enjoyed spending time...
Agnes "Aggie" Vivian Brigdon
May 23, 2026
Agnes “Aggie” Vivian Thompson Brigdon, 95, of Rincon, Georgia and widow of Lamar Brigdon, died Saturday morning, May 23, 2026, at her home with her family at her side.
She was born in Savannah, Georgia, on March 12, 1931, to the late Bige Clayton Thompson and the late Nell Fisher Thompson. She was a homemaker and seamstress who enjoyed fishing, crabbing...
SFC Jack Wesley Summers, U.S. Army (Ret.)
May 20, 2026
Jack Wesley Summers, 78, of Guyton, Georgia and husband of Marjorie Tillman Summers, died Wednesday morning, May 20,2026, at Candler Hospital.
Born on September 22, 1947, to the deceased father, Charlie Summers and the deceased mother Beatrice E. Beavers Summers Goswick.
A proud patriot, Jack served his country honorably in the United States Army, retiring as a Sergeant First Class after a...
Pastor Joe Ann Taylor
May 17, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Pastor Joe Ann Taylor, a devoted wife, beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and faithful servant of the Lord, who departed this life on May 17, 2026, at her residence.
Pastor Joe Ann was born on November 1, 1955, a day that marked the beginning of a life filled with love, compassion,...
Richard Dean Timmons
May 15, 2026
Richard Dean Timmons, 71, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 15, 2026, at his residence with his family by his side.
He was born on March 31, 1955, in Fairfield, Alabama, Richard led a life full of love, dedication, and adventure.
Richard proudly served his country as a member of the Navy, where he developed a lifelong appreciation for discipline and camaraderie....
Sandra Faye Johnson
May 8, 2026
Sandra Faye Johnson, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully in Statesboro, Georgia, on Friday, May 8th, 2026, at the age of 75.
Sandra was born on Sunday, May 6th, 1951, in Atlanta, Georgia. She was a proud high school graduate and went on to have a fulfilling career as a Bail Bondsman with Aikens Bonding, where her...
Claudis Wayne "Bubba" Jackson
May 8, 2026
Claudis Wayne “Bubba” Jackson, 55, of Savannah, Georgia died Friday evening, May 8, 2026, at Memorial University Medical Center, with his family by his side.
Born in Savannah, Georgia on October 2, 1970, to Bobby Jackson and the late Linda Etheridge Jackson Wallace. Bubba was a handyman, who enjoy doing repair work and building things.
He was preceded in death by his...
Alvin Michael Hesler
May 3, 2026
Alvin Michael Hesler, age 42, of Rincon, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026.
Alvin was born in Savannah, Georgia, and lived out his life on High Bluff surrounded by his family. He worked for many years with family at Elliott’s Landscape Group.
Alvin was a true individual—someone who did things his own way and lived life on his own terms....
Dillard "Dikky" Wayne Sutton
May 2, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Dillard “Dikky” Wayne Sutton, a beloved brother, uncle, and friend, who departed this world on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the age of 54. Dikky was a cherished resident of Guyton, Georgia, where he spent many wonderful years creating memories with loved ones and the wider community.
He was born...
Reverend Bruce Meyers
May 2, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Reverend W. Bruce Meyers, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Bruce passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the age of 73.
Bruce was born on September 26, 1952, in Charleston, South Carolina, to Albert J. and Margarete Meyers.
Bruce was a beacon of love, wisdom, and unwavering faith...
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