Obituaries

Apr 14, 2019

-Rincon- Mrs. Shelia Spriggs, 62, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 14, 2019, at Effingham County Hospital. Mrs. Spriggs was born in Savannah, Georgia on November 22, 1956 to Henry and Elvena Foshee. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to many. Shelia was a kind hearted person who never had a harsh...

Apr 2, 2019

-Guyton- Mrs. Sigrid “Sigi” Bazemore,82, passed away Tuesday, April 2, 2019, at Candler Hospital in Savannah, Georgia. Mrs. Bazemore was born in Kassel, Germany on May 8, 1936 to Arthur and Lucie Pabst. After meeting her loving Airman, Cordell, they moved to the states where she worked as a beautician for 30 years owning her own hair salon for...

Mar 20, 2019

Mr. Walker Daniel “Danny” Hilton, Sr., 66, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2019, at Effingham County Hospital. Mr. Danny was born in Walterboro, South Carolina on March 3, 1953 to Alvin and Estelle Hilton. He was a U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Veteran serving in Vietnam and a truck driver for 40+ years.  Danny was a hard worker but...

Mar 19, 2019

Anthony Greg Garrett, 51, passed away Tuesday, March 19, 2019, at Meadows Regional Medical Center in Toombs County. Anthony was born in Savannah, Georgia on February 16, 1968 to John and Ann Garrett. He was an avid NASCAR and Miami Dolphins fan. Anthony enjoyed life to the fullest and always enjoyed having a good time. He is preceded in...

Mar 19, 2019

-Springfield- Mrs. Angela “Angie” Faye Tant, 54, passed away Tuesday, March 19,2019 at Memorial Hospital. Angie was a beloved mother, great sister, and the best Nanny in the world. She enjoyed playing Rummy and she loved a good plate crab legs.

She is preceded in death by: her parents, Harry and Victoria Derverges; and brother, Harry Derverges,...

Mar 18, 2019

-Guyton- Xander Josiah Crosby passed away on Monday, March 18, 2019, at Effingham County Hospital. Xander was born on December 3, 2016 and lived his entire life in Effingham County. Although his earthly stay was very short, his family was blessed to spend quality time with him enjoying every precious moment.  Xander brought much enjoyment to his family and...

Mar 9, 2019

Duane C Stahl, Jr. passed away from a stroke on March 9, 2019 at age 53. Adoring Husband to Fiona Charleton, loving son to Jackie Stahl (preceded in death by his father Duane), beloved brother to Vickie, Karen (Jim), Tracy (Sal) and incredible uncle to Greg (Sarah), Adrienne (Chuck), Michael (Kayleigh), Eric (Allison), Jessica (Ben) and treasured GUD- “Great...

Feb 28, 2019

-Faulkville- Mr. Charles “Charlie” Frederick Todd, 64, passed away February 28, 2019 in Dorchester County, South Carolina. Charlie was known on the road by his fellow truck drivers as “Daydreamer”. Charlie was born in Savannah, Georgia and had lived in Effingham County for many years. He was a truck driver for 30 years, working as an owner and operator...

Feb 27, 2019

Christine “Tootsie” A. Ross, 83, of Danbury passed away peacefully on Wednesday February 27, 2019, at Savannah Memorial Hospital in Georgia. Born on January 31, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Elbert Newton and Evelyn Barbieri. Growing up in Bethel, CT, Christine graduated Bethel High School and was a lifelong member of the Greater Danbury community.

Feb 24, 2019

Roy H. Ambrose, 61, passed away February 24, 2019 at his residence.

Roy was born in Jacksonville, FL on August 1, 1957 to the late William Herbert Ambrose and Carrie Wilkes Ambrose. He found his residence in Effingham County in the early 2000’s.

Roy was an active member at New Hope Christian Church in Guyton....

Feb 19, 2019

-Rincon- Mrs. Patricia Branch, 80, passed away February 19, 2019, at her residence.

Mrs. Patricia was born in Clifty, TN on August 15, 1938 to Leslie and Dora Dennis. She retired from working in the Gulfstream Cafeteria under Sodexo Management. After retirement, she enjoyed spending time with her family, and spending time outdoors watching the birds and...

Feb 17, 2019

Mr. John Yuhas, born June 22, 1940, passed away at his residence on February 17, 2019. John was a decorated Army veteran serving in the Vietnam War. He received many medals while overseas, including the Army Commendation Metal, Bronze Star, and Purple Heart. John also served as a Police Officer at Georgia Ports Authority and had many stories to...

Feb 13, 2019

Elizabeth (Bette) Brown, 80, a longtime resident of Rockdale County, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, February 13, 2019, with family at her side.

Bette was born in Newark, New York, but lived most of her life in the State of Georgia. She loved, and was loved by, her family, her friends, her pets,...

Feb 3, 2019

-Guyton- Isaiah Hawkins, Jr. (Sooty), 58, peacefully passed away on Sunday, February 3, 2019, at his residence.

Isaiah was born on May 6, 1960 in Wilmington, Delaware and lived in Wilmington most of his life before moving to Harrington, DE, Sumpter, SC, and then making his final residence in Guyton, GA.

Isaiah completed his early...

Feb 2, 2019

-Springfield- Edward Joseph Fahey, Jr., 66, retired LCSW and former funeral director, most recently a counselor with Cedarwood GNET, died peacefully under the care of Hospice Savannah at his residence in Springfield. Ed was a veteran, having served in the United States Navy and the Georgia Air National Guard. He was a member of many Irish organizations and dedicated...

Jan 29, 2019

Sandra Faye Love Polk passed away on Tuesday, January 29, 2019 in her home in Metter, Georgia at 68 years of age after a battle with health issues. She was being cared for by Judy Bandy and Debby Woods.

All that knew her called her "Sunshine" because when she walked into a room everything had a way...

Jan 29, 2019

-Guyton- Mr. Samuel Robert Rahn, Jr., 64, passed away on Tuesday, January 29, 2019, at his residence.

Samuel enjoyed helping others, singing, and taking part in reenactments. He was a proud AA member and had recently celebrated 26 years sober. Mr. Rahn was also a member of Pine Street Baptist Church and a member of the Local...

Jan 27, 2019

-Rincon- Mrs. Sandra Jeanette Dubose, 86, passed away Sunday, January 27, 2019 at Hospice Savannah.

Mrs. Sandra devoted her life to be a loving wife, mother, grandmother and homemaker. Evenings out with her family at Olive Garden Restaurant brought much joy to her life.

She is preceded in death by: her husband, Johnathan Dubose.

Jan 18, 2019

James R. (Jim) Thompson, 83, died on January 18, 2019 in Washington, DC accompanied by his wife, son, and daughter-in-law.

Jim was born on December 2, 1935 in Vidalia, GA and lived in Guyton for most of his life before moving to Washington, DC to be closer to his family during his final months.

He...

Jan 14, 2019

Frances Leaetta Robbins, 58, passed away January 14, 2019 at Effingham Hospital.

Frances was born March 28, 1960 in Milton, FL to the late Elias Robbins and Laura Carico Robbins.

Mrs. Robbins enjoyed solving crossword puzzles, snuggling with her cats, and spending time with her loved ones. Frances requested that she be cremated and the...