Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Guyton, GA, Effingham County & Surrounding Areas
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...
Anita Gilman Brett Deloach
Apr 26, 2026
Anita Gilman Brett DeLoach, 86, of Smyrna, Georgia and widow of Cecil Wayne Brett, Sr. and Joseph Edward DeLoach, died peacefully at her home with her family by her side.
Born on October 7, 1939, to her late father Steve Gilman and her late mother Mytrie Turner Gilman. She was a retail manager for many years. Anita enjoyed traveling and sitting...
Dorothy Marie Bryan
Apr 23, 2026
Dorothy Marie Bryan, 74, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 23, 2026, in her home in Clyo, GA.
Born on January 11, 1952, in Savannah, Georgia to her late parents, William and Dorothy Bryan. Dorothy was a beacon of light and joy in her family and community.
She graduated from high school and spent her life dedicated to creating a loving and...
Brenda Elizabeth Timmons
Apr 22, 2026
Brenda Elizabeth Timmons, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026, at the age of 64.
Brenda was born in Savannah, Georgia, on September 14, 1961, to the late Lonnie and Brenda Kessler.
A nurturing spirit, Brenda pursued some college education and dedicated her life to caring for others as a self-employed caregiver. Through her work, she touched countless lives with her compassion...
Janice Katherine Kosek
Apr 19, 2026
Janice Katherine (Jan/Jay) Kosek of Springfield GA was called home peacefully to her final resting place in heaven with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on April 19th, 2026.
She was born in Steubenville OH on January 22nd, 1944, and was baptized in Holy Name Cathedral on February 6th, 1944.
She was daughter of the late Frank and Lenora Kosek, and was...
Bear Porter
2026
In Memory of Bear Porter
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 friendsso they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine,and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All...
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