Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Guyton, GA, Effingham County & Surrounding Areas
Dennis Wayne Pittman
Jan 14, 2024
Dennis Wayne Pittman, known by all as Wayne, 68, passed away January 14, 2024 surrounded by family in his home under the care of hospice.
Wayne was born and raised in Effingham County and well known for his love of the woods. He loved to hunt and fish every chance he got. He also had a passion for playing the guitar...
Linda Gail Oglesby
Jan 13, 2024
Linda Gail Oglesby,66, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at her home. She was born on March 24, 1957, in Savannah, Georgia to the late Mitchell Lamb and Betty Jean Broxton Lamb of Richmond Hill. Throughout her life, Linda was known for her warm and caring nature. She dedicated herself to being a homemaker, creating a nurturing and loving...
Sharon Denise Walsh
Jan 10, 2024
Sharon Denise Walsh,70, passed peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on January 10, 2024, in Guyton.Born on October 17, 1953 in New York to the late Bernard and Doris Polk. Sharon was raised in Port Wentworth, Ga. She moved to Costa Mesa, California where she raised four children and began her professional career at Safeco Insurance where she...
Frances Kay Grant
Dec 31, 2023
Frances Kay Grant, 65, also known as Fran, passed away on December 31, 2023, at Memorial University Health Medical Center. She was born on December 6, 1958, in Vincennes, Indiana to Finis Fletcher and Evelyn Lesh. Fran was a resident of Rincon, GA for over 35 years. Fran was a devoted homemaker who dedicated her life to caring for her...
Patty Elizabeth Sutton
Dec 26, 2023
Patty Elizabeth Sutton, 72, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away on Tuesday, December 26, 2023, at her residence. She was born on January 30, 1951, in Monroe, Michigan to Richard and Audrey Pendelton Poupard.
Patty dedicated her professional life to Gulfstream Aerospace, where she made significant contributions during her 30 years of service. Her commitment and dedication to her...
Madeleine Patricia Linck
Dec 22, 2023
Madeleine Patricia Linck, 78, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 22, 2023, in Savannah, Georgia. She was surrounded by her loving family during her final moments. Madeleine's warm and compassionate nature endeared her to all who knew her, and her loss is deeply mourned by her family and friends.Born on February 12, 1945, in Connecticut, Madeleine brought joy and happiness...
Stella Edwards Cook
Dec 21, 2023
Stella Cook, beloved mother and grandmother,94, passed away on Thursday, December 21, 2023, at her residence. Stella was born to the late Perry and Pearl Ginn Edwards on December 2, 1929, in Clyo, Georgia and lived in Effingham her whole life.Stella lived a remarkable life full of love, kindness and devotion to her family and faith. She embraced her work as...
Joseph M. Bir
Dec 16, 2023
Beloved father and grandfather, Joseph M. Bir,69, passed away on Saturday, December 16, 2023, at his home in Springfield, GA under the care of Hospice Savannah.
Mr. Joseph was born on February 18, 1954, in Dayton Ohio and lived in the Dayton area for most of his life before moving to the Savannah, GA area. A graduate of Kiser High...
Angela Lynn Rowland
Dec 16, 2023
Angela Lynn Rowland, 51, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, December 16, 2023, at her home under the care of Hospice Savannah.Angela was born September 16, 1972 in Hahira, GA and lived in LakePark for most of her life before moving to Brooklet, GASurviving are her son and daughter in law, Zane and Tricia Rowland; and 4...
Benjamin Jacob Teston, Sr.
Dec 12, 2023
Benjamin Jacob Teston, Sr.,48, affectionately known as Benji, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at his residence. He was born on April 21, 1975, in Savannah, Georgia and lived in Effingham County the majority of his life. Benji was a beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who touched the lives of many...
Peggy Gordon
Dec 11, 2023
Peggy Gordon, 71, passed away on December 11, 2023, at the Effingham County Extended Care surrounded by her loving family. Born on November 11, 1952, in Bulloch County, Peggy lived a rich and fulfilling life marked by her dedication to her career, her love for her family, and her unwavering kindness towards others.Peggy pursued a career in journalism, where she...
George Luther Roe
Dec 11, 2023
George Luther Roe, 73, passed away at his residence on Monday, December 11, 2023. Surrounded by his loving family, George's journey on earth came to an end, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of all who knew him.Born on March 5, 1950, in Ironton, Ohio to Luther and Wilma Roe. Growing up alongside his brother, John Roe, and sisters,...
Eric Anthony Van Horn
Dec 10, 2023
Eric Anthony Van Horn, a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, passed away on December 10, 2023, in Springfield, Georgia. Born on December 11, 1985 in Fort Ord, California, Eric lived a life filled with love, joy, and laughter.Eric was known for his dedicated work as a forklift operator for Standard Concrete. He approached his career with a...
Thomas Coy Conley
Dec 6, 2023
Mr. Thomas Coy Conley, aged 79, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2023. He was born on August 26, 1944, in Bulloch County, GA, and later settled in Effingham County, GA where he raised his family.Throughout his life, Mr. Conley cherished his loving marriage to his devoted wife of 57 years, Mrs. Linda Barrow Conley. Together, they built a life...
Franklin Delano Smith, Sr.
Dec 2, 2023
Franklin Delano Smith, Sr., 87, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at Memorial Health University.
Mr. Frank was born in Statesboro, Georgia on November 4, 1936, and lived in Effingham County for many years. His love for Jehovah God and Jesus Christ moved him to be baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses in 1971...
Christy Michelle Bullard
Nov 28, 2023
Christy Bullard, 54, was called to heaven on Tuesday, November 28, 2023.
She was born on November 11th, 1969, in Savannah, GA and lived in Rincon, GA for most of her life. She was the proud daughter of her late father Richard Boyles and surviving mother, Glennies Boyles. She is survived by her three children and grandchildren: Ashley Melville, Christa...
Elizabeth Ann Teaff
Nov 18, 2023
Elizabeth Ann Teaff, 69, lovingly known as Liz, passed away on November 18, 2023, in DeFuniak, Florida. Born to the late George and Irma Farlow on September 25, 1954, in San Juan, Puerto Rico. She was raised in Valparaiso, Florida. Liz lived with her family for many years in Springfield, Ga before returning to her hometown.
Family was incredibly important...
Kathy Spence
Nov 17, 2023
Kathy Spence, 65, passed away Friday, November 17, 2023, at home under the care of Suncare Hospice, LLC., surrounded by her loving husband, daughter, and sister.Kathy was born on May 1, 1958, in Huntington Beach, California, but lived in Meldrim for most of her life before moving to Springfield. She lived a life devoted to her family and was a...
Christopher Scott Fudge
Nov 16, 2023
Christopher Scott Fudge, 54, passed away Thursday, November 16, 2023, at Memorial Health University.Christopher was born in Savannah, Georgia on November 22, 1968, and lived in Effingham County for many years. He loved being outside in the great outdoors, cooking, listening to music, and having a good time. Above all, he loved to spend time with his loving family and...
Robert Wilson Benton, Sr.
Nov 16, 2023
Robert Wilson Benton, Sr., 87, passed away Thursday, November 16, 2023, at East Georgia Medical Center surrounded by his loving family.Mr. Benton was born on February 29, 1936, in Clyde, Georgia and lived in Pembroke for many years. He served in the United States Navy for 2 years and lived a life of construction, business owner, and truck driving. In...
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