Obituaries

Nov 19, 2020

The sweet Margaret Anne Stephens went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 19th.  Her family cannot thank the amazing heroes at St. Joseph’s Hospital enough for their excellent and compassionate care during her last earthly days.

Anne was born December 23, 1951 in Lancaster, South Carolina and moved to Savannah where she...

Nov 12, 2020

-Guyton- Mr. Tony Raymond Snipes, 68, went to soar with the eagles on Thursday, November 12. 2020, at his residence. Tony was a member of the Harley Davidson Club and an avid fisherman. Above all, he loved spending time with his loving family. He is preceded in death by: his parents, William and Mary Snipes; son, Tony Snipes, Jr.;...

Nov 6, 2020

-Springfield-Mrs. Thelma Morgan, 75, passed away Friday, November 6, 2020, at Effingham Care Center.

Mrs. Thelma was born in Savannah, Georgia, on September 9, 1945, to Willie and Evelyn Hammond. She was an avid sports lover who enjoyed playing softball, up into her forties. She and her late brother, Willie Jr., were like two peas in a...

Oct 25, 2020

-Rincon- Mr. Allen William Jones, 48, passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2020, at his residence after a long illness. Allen was born in Savannah, Georgia on June 16, 1972 to Bernell and Bobby Jones. He was a member of Emanuel Baptist Church and he enjoyed watching football and going fishing. He is preceded in death by his maternal...

Oct 20, 2020

Joan Page, 85, passed away October 20, 2020 at her home, surrounded by family.

She was born July 17, 1935 in Colts Neck, NJ and lived there until the late 70’s before moving to NC, GA, PA, VA, & finally back to GA. Joan had a passion for people, dogs, music, & doing puzzles.

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Sep 20, 2020

Mr. Dudley Denton, 58, passed away Sunday, September 20, 2020, at his residence. Mr. Dudley was born on November 2, 1961 in Kentucky and lived in Georgia for the last 45 years. He found much joy in spending time with his loving family, especially his loving grandchildren that affectionately called him “Papa.” Dudley also enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, and...

Sep 12, 2020

Guyton – John Corbett “Corey” Swain, Sr., 29, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 12, 2020, at Candler Hospital in Savannah. Ga.

Corey was born on February 18, 1991 in Savannah Ga and lived most of his life in Bulloch County before moving to Guyton. He attended Southeast Bulloch High School, was an avid fisherman, and loved...

Sep 11, 2020

-Clyo- Mr. James “Randy” Williams, 58, passed away Friday, September 11, 2020, at his residence. Randy was a simple man that would give you the shirt off of his back if you needed it.  He enjoyed tinkering with amateur radio and drinking ice cold Cherry Coke. He had a great love for his family and was a friend to...

Sep 8, 2020

Infant Brynlee Michelle Westcott, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 8, 2020, at Memorial Hospital in Savannah, Georgia surrounded by her loving mother and grandmother. She was preceded in death by: her brother, Braxton Taylor Mckenzie; great grandmothers, Anita Zearing, Kim Westcott, Holly Dennis, and Loretta Westcott; great great grandmother, Betty Myrick; and great great uncle, Alan Myrick. Survivors...

Sep 8, 2020

Mrs. Teresa Jackson, 63, passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2020, at Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Teresa was born in Norton, Virginia on April 7, 1957 to Emerson and Margaret Maddox. She was a member of Guyton United Methodist Church and worked for many years as a weight inspector for the Department of Public Safety. Survivors include: her loving husband, Bobby...

Sep 4, 2020

Rincon- Mrs. Myrtle Darlene Clark, 64, passed away Friday, September 4, 2020 under the care of St. Joseph Candler. Darlene was born on November 6, 1955 in Savannah, Georgia. She worked for Simplicity Hair Salon for over 10 years. She loved her family, the Lord and shopping. She is preceded in death by her husband, Barry Stokes Clark; mother,...

Sep 3, 2020

Mariben Mikell Thompson, 79, died on Thursday, September 3, 2020, at The Gardens at Southern Manor in Statesboro, GA, lovingly attended to by her son, her sister and daughter-in-law.

Mariben was born and raised in Statesboro, graduating from both Statesboro High School and Georgia Southern College. She worked as an educator in the Effingham County school system,...

Sep 2, 2020

Rincon- Mr. Barry S. Clark, 83, passed away Wednesday, September 2, 2020, under the care of St. Joseph Candler. Barry was born on November 28, 1936, in Schenectady, New York before moving and residing in the Savannah area for over 40 years. He worked and retired from Great Dane after over 20 years. He loved his family, the Lord,...

Aug 27, 2020

Jay Brannon Chanes passed away on August 27, 2020 at the Effingham County Hospital Emergency Room, where he was surrounded by his Husband Johnathan Chanes, family and friends who loved him so deeply. He was born on September 13, 1981 in Savannah, GA, where his Mother Faye Broughten and Father Jerry Hester proudly welcomed him into this world. Jay...

Aug 26, 2020

Mr. Dwight Ray Ward, 71, passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2020, at Hospice Savannah.

Dwight was born on September 1, 1948 in Albuquerque, NM to the late Malcom and Wanda Ward. He was a proud Vietnam veteran and retired from the United States Army after 21 years of service. After retirement, Dwight went to work for...

Aug 25, 2020

Mrs. Sandra Marie Dalquest Morris, 81, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Tuesday, August 25. 2020. Sandra was born in Charleston, SC on March 25, 1939 and lived in Clyo for many years. She was a 1958 Cathedral High School graduate and went on to further her education at the US Naval Hospital Corps School and the West...

Aug 23, 2020

Celebrating the Life of Luis Alberto Fernandez, Jr. Sunrise: November 25, 1970 Sunset: August 23, 2020 On November 25, 1970 an angel was born to Luis Alberto Fernandez Sr. and Juanita Acevado. He was the second child and only boy from four children his parents had.  His sisters are Cathy Fernandez and twin sisters, Nydia and Nadia Fernandez. Louie,...

Aug 22, 2020

Mr. James Cowan, 72, passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2020 at his residence. Mr. Cowan was born on January 12, 1948 in Van Nuys, CA to Violet and Howard Cowan. He served in the United States Army and served two tours in Vietnam.  James loved to go on adventures in his jeep and would always have a good...

Aug 21, 2020

Mrs. Edna Gail Lewis, wife, mother, and friend to everyone, passed away Friday, August 21, 2020, at Memorial Hospital.

Mrs. Gail will be missed greatly by her daughter, son, grandchildren, and so many others. She was a compassionate woman and always wanted the best for others. Her legacy is to give of herself and her heart. She...

Aug 20, 2020

-Springfield- Mr. Willie Rufus Hammond, Jr., 74, passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2020, at Effingham Care Center under the care of Compassus Hospice Care. Mr. Willie was born on August 11, 1946 in Savannah, Georgia and lived in Savannah for much of his life before moving to Springfield. He was a Veteran serving in the United States Army...