Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Guyton, GA, Effingham County & Surrounding Areas
Dale Franklin Bragg
Dec 18, 2019
Mr. Dale Franklin Bragg, 70, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2019, at his residence, after a long illness, surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Dale was born in Guyton on November 2, 1949 to Wilbur K. and Frances Edwards Bragg. He was a proud Veteran serving in the Georgia Army National Guard artillery unit # 214 for 10 years...
Faye Morris Sanders
Dec 13, 2019
Mrs. Faye Morris Sanders, 60, passed away suddenly at her home on Friday, December 13, 2019. Faye was born and raised in Faulkville, where she lived most of her life. She was a member of Meldrim Baptist Church and a 1978 graduate of Effingham County High School. Faye was always a happy person, a friend to many and would...
Joshua Dylan Kraft
Dec 11, 2019
Joshua Dylan Kraft, 31, passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at Piedmont Rockdale Hospital.
Joshua was born on June 6, 1988 in Conyers, Georgia. He spent his childhood growing up in Rockdale County, Georgia and Pinellas County, Florida.
Joshua was such a bright light for many and always enjoyed making people laugh. He was the...
Allen Lanier
Dec 7, 2019
Mr. Allen Lanier, 79, passed away at his residence on Saturday, December 7, 2019. Mr. Lanier was born on July 17, 1940, in Savannah, Georgia, to Talmadge and Suejutte Lanier. Known as the face of Mossy Oak Music Park, Mr. Lanier was the owner and operator of the park since 2002 and hosted 55 festivals since the park’s opening....
Pearl Addeline (Dasher) Owens
Dec 1, 2019
Mrs. Pearl Addeline Dasher Owens,84, passed away after a brief illness on Sunday, December 1, 2019, at Azalea Health and Rehab in Metter, Georgia. Mrs. Pearl was born in Guyton, GA on July 18, 1935 to the late Jewel Jerome Crisp Dasher and David Warner Dasher. She worked as a seamstress at White Stag garment factory in Sylvania for...
William "Bryan" Bowen
Dec 1, 2019
William “Bryan” Bowen, 43, passed away Sunday, December 1, 2019, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
Bryan was born in Savannah but lived most of his life in Guyton. He and his wife owned BMB trucking for 10 years, where they worked closely beside each other. He was a member of Pineora Baptist Church and...
Tammy E. (Proctor) Mincey
Nov 27, 2019
-Rincon- Mrs. Tammy Proctor Mincey, 46, passed away at Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, November 27, 2019. Tammy was born in Savannah on October 20, 1973 to Arthur and Marshie Proctor. She was a huge WWE and Georgia Bulldogs fan. She is preceded death by her husband, Michael Mincey and father, Arthur Joe Proctor. Survivors include: her mother, Marshie Latrell...
Richard Peter Pechman, Jr.
Nov 22, 2019
Mr. Richard Peter Pechman, Jr., 68, passed away at his residence on Friday, November 22, 2019. Mr. Richard was born in Savannah, Georgia on July 19, 1951 and lived all his life in Effingham County. He is preceded in death by: his wife, Brenda G. Pechman; loving parents, Richard Peter Pechman, Sr. and Ilaree Sills Pechman; sister, Anita Gayhart...
Robert Wesley Davis
Nov 20, 2019
Mr. Robert Wesley Davis, 65, passed away at his home on Wednesday, November 20, 2019. Mr. Robert was born in Savannah, Georgia on September 18, 1954 to Francis and Betty Davis and lived most of his life in Clyo. He was a Veteran surviving in the United States Army, a member of Silver Hill United Methodist Church, and employed...
Cody Andrew Barrow
Nov 15, 2019
Cody Andrew Barrow,26, passed away Friday, November 15, 2019, at Memorial Hospital. Cody was born in Savannah, Georgia on August 6, 1993. He was a Effingham County High School graduate, and in his younger days enjoyed doing carpentry work with his uncle. He is preceded in death by his mom, Amanda Barrow. Survivors include: his brother, James Barrow of...
Wayne Edward Jordan
Nov 14, 2019
Mr. Wayne Edward Jordan, 71, passed away Thursday, November 14, 2019, at his residence. Mr. Wayne was born in Huntington, West Virginia on June 24, 1948 to Esther and Leonard Jordan. He was a United States Army Veteran and member of Clyo United Methodist Church. Mr. Wayne enjoyed fishing, watching football and spending time with family and friends. He...
Aaron “Curt” Curtis Herrin
Nov 13, 2019
Mr. Aaron Curtis Herrin, 62, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2019, at St. Joseph Hospital in Savannah, GA. Curt was born in Savannah, GA on May 4, 1957 to Aaron E. and Eloise Herrin. He was a member of West Chatham Baptist Church Pooler and worked as an electrician for many years. Spending time with family and friends,...
Theodore William DeVoe, III
Nov 13, 2019
Mr. Theodore William DeVoe, III, 53, passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2019, at Hospice Savannah. William was a United States Navy Veteran. He enjoyed fishing, working on cars, and racing. His greatest joy was spending time with his family, friends, and many pets. William was a Patriot who loved his country. Survivors include: his wife, Michelle DeVoe; mother, Carolyn...
William Warner Barton
Nov 5, 2019
Mr. William Warner Barton, Jr.,66, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, November 5, 2019. Mr. William was born on October 27, 1953 in Hollywood, Florida to the late William Warner Barton, Sr. and Jennie Hiott Coburn. He was a master carpenter and of the Baptist faith. Spending time with family, building, gardening, camping, and trips to the beach...
Ronald Thomas Traywick
Nov 2, 2019
Mr. Ronald Thomas Traywick, 69, passed away Saturday, November 2, 2019, at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia. Mr. Ronnie was born in Birmingham, Alabama and lived there until his enlistment into the U.S. Army where he made rank of Staff Sergeant before his retirement. He graduated from Shades Valley High School in Homewood, AL and then furthered his...
David Roy Stone
Oct 31, 2019
Mr. David Roy Stone, 74, passed away Thursday, October 31, 2019, at Memorial Hospital. Mr. David was born on July 22, 1945 in Savannah, Georgia and grew up in the downtown Savannah area. When he was 17 years old, he joined the United States Marine Corps. He highly respected the Marine Corps. and became a Sergeant at the age...
Etta Marie Hughey
Oct 29, 2019
Mrs. Etta Marie Hughey, 69, passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2019, at Twin View Health and Rehab. Mrs. Etta was born in Lakeland, FL on May 13, 1950 to the late Maynard and Anna Marie Hughey. She enjoyed putting together puzzles, coloring and watching Westerns. She is preceded in death by her parents. Maynard and Anna Marie Hayes; and...
Patricia Little
Oct 26, 2019
Mrs. Patricia “Pat” A. Stringer Johnson Little , 84, passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2019, at her home under the care of Bethany Hospice. Pat was born on June 20, 1935 to the late Katherine and James Stringer.
Pat retired from Johnny Harris Restaurant, where she was the office manager for 30 plus years. She was...
Tammy Lynn Davis
Oct 23, 2019
Tammy Lynn Davis, 49, passed away Wednesday, October 23, 2019, at her residence. Tammy enjoyed crafting, drawing, painting, and riding horses in her younger years. She is preceded in death by her brother, Harley Davis. Survivors include: her mother, Marie Terrell; father, Norman Davis; husband, Norman Odell; son, Cody Davis; sister, Jamie Darmer; and nieces and nephews. A visitation...
Thomas John Welsh
Oct 20, 2019
-Rincon- Mr. Thomas J. Welsh, 61, passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2019, at his home after losing his battle with cancer. Tom was born on March 8, 1958 in Philadelphia, PA and made Georgia his residence since 1978. He was a master carpenter for most of his adult life and then worked happily for Terry Lee Contracting Co.,...