All Obituaries

Debra “Debbie” Carol Williams, 64, passed away March 23, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Debbie was born on July 6, 1958, in Burderop Park, United Kingdom.  In 1978, Debbie met the love of her life Dennis Williams. They went on to start a family having two children, Jeffery and Ashley. Her children were her world. Debbie worked and retired from Effingham County Board of Education where she held many roles throughout her career. After retirement in 2019, Debbie spent...

Nancy Carol Wallace, 90, passed away on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, at Legacy at Savannah Quarters. Nancy was born on February 4, 1933, in Bath, North Carolina. Throughout her life she was an avid traveler and enjoyed many hobbies including sewing and crafting with her hands. She was fabulous baker, known for her red velvet cake. Nancy was a faithful member of Rincon First Christian Church. She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Alston Lee Wallace, Sr. Nancy is survived by her...

Vonzie Annette Briglin, 74, went to be with the Lord on Friday, March 17, 2023, at Memorial Hospital, with her loving family by her side. Mrs. Annette was born in August, Georgia on December 29, 1948 and lived in Effingham County for many years. She was a member of Elam Egypt Baptist Church and played a very active role in the life of the church. Annette will forever be remembered as a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to many. She was preceded in death by her...

Barbara Kay Farnsworth sped across the finish line faster than Tony Stewart on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at the young age of (15 + 42) inside the four walls of her home, surrounded by family. Barbara made a dramatic entrance into this world on May 1, 1965, to a man named Keith and a woman named Linda in the peachy state of Georgia. She left behind her husband, Robert “Babe” Farnsworth for whom she tolerated. She also left behind a few siblings and a crap ton of children and...

Ruth Elizabeth "Libby" O'Steen Weaver, beloved wife of Danny Gene Weaver Jr. both of Clyo, was called to her enteral home on Saturday, March 11, 2023, surrounded by her family.  Born to the late Ernest O'Steen and late Doris Lawrimore Kowalke on January 24, 1961, in Sanford FL, Libby grew up as her Daddy's shadow. Where you saw Mr. O'Steen, you could rest assure Libby was no further away than his shadow could stretch. From an early age to her last earthly...

On Wednesday, March 8, 2023, Heaven gained a new gem. Sandra “Sandy” E. Fisher, 79, of Dallas, GA passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones in Marietta, GA. Sandy will be laid to rest at Georgia National Cemetery on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at 12:30 PM. A graveside service will be held at that time. The Family has asked in lieu of flowers for donations to be made in memory of Sandy to The Gideons International at www.gideons.org. Sandy is survived by her loving...

Deana Shannon Wicks, 44, went to be with the Lord Jesus on Monday, March 6, 2023, at her home in Guyton, Georgia after a long illness. Deana was born on August 11, 1978, in Hamilton, NY and lived in Waterville, NY and Liverpool, NY for most of her life before moving to Hinesville, GA in 1999. She Graduated from Brewton-Parker College Summa cum laude in Hinesville, GA in 2005 with a bachelor’s degree. Deana started working at Avicolli’s Restaurant and Pizzeria in Liverpool, NY...

Anna Marie Myatt, 74, passed away Saturday, March 4, 2023, at her home in Guyton, GA.  Anna was born on July 26, 1948, in Providence, Rhode Island to Luigi and Concetta Ferrante. She later relocated to Georgia with her family. She was a very loving woman that cared very much for others. She was beautiful inside and out. Anna loved her children and grandchildren more than anything in the world. She loved to cook and take care of others. Anna had a beautiful singing voice and enjoyed...

Frances Youmans Seckinger, 90, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 2, 2023, at The Legacy at Savannah Quarters. Mrs. Frances Seckinger was born in Garden City, Georgia, on May 7, 1932, to Levy and Fannie Mae Youmans but lived in Effingham County for many years. She was a member of Springfield United Methodist Church. Being the first female to hold an elected position in the Effingham County Judicial System, The Honorable Judge Frances Seckinger was elected probate judge in 1977 and...

Mrs. Marjorie Helen Usher, 90, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 25, 2023, surrounded by her loving and caring family. Mrs. Helen was a member of Corinth Baptist Church, playing a very active role in the church life for many years. Family meant the world to Mrs. Helen and her greatest joy came through spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mrs. Helen will forever be remembered as a loving mother, wonderful grandmother and great grandmother, and devoted...