Eddie Lee
Jun 7, 2026
Savannah – Eddie Lee, 63, passed away June 7, 2026 at St. Joseph’s Hospital.
The Chatham County native was a graduate of Jenkins High School. He was employed by Thunderbolt Marina for many years, loved boating and fishing.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Melba Ambrose Lee.
Survivors include his father, Ed Lee; sisters, Alisa Justice (Mark) and Michelle Taylor (Richard);...
Louise Cain Lain
Jun 5, 2026
Midway – Louise Cain Lain, 78, passed away June 5, 2026 at Hospice Savannah.
She was born in Virginia and raised in Pennsylvania before moving South. She worked in accounting for many years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ben C. Cain and grandmother who raised her, Cora Louise Cain.
Survivors include her husband of 59 years, Nolan Earl Lain,...
David E. Smith
Jun 4, 2026
Mr. David E. Smith, 81, of Garden City, Georgia, passed away suddenly on Thursday, June 4, 2026 at his home.
David will be missed by his wife of 61 years, Diane Smith; children, David M. Smith (Stephanie), Tim Smith (Melanie), and Kimberly Jackson (Mike); grandchildren, Ashley Wright (Halen), Anna Nowicki (Joe), and Brennen Barnard; sister, Norma Hammon, as well as several...
Eva Mae Baker
Jun 3, 2026
Mrs. Eva Mae Baker, 72, of Bloomingdale, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at Memorial Hospital.
Eva Mae will be missed by her daughter, Eva Mae Shorter (Alvin); son, Nathaniel Ra’mon Baker; sister, Joyce Edmondson; nephews, Michael Baker, Tylan Baker, Wayne Edmondson, Jr. (Jamie), Warren Edmondson (Gina), David Dudgeon, Ernest Dudgeon, Jr., Lawrence Dudgeon; nieces, Loraine Dudgeon, Joyce Dudgeon, Mellissa...
John H. Dean, Sr.
Jun 3, 2026
John H. Dean, Sr., a longtime resident of Effingham County, Georgia, passed away June 3, 2026, at the age of 99 years old. A man of deep faith, steady work, and devoted family, John lived by the three principles he carried with him from boyhood: a love of God, a love of learning, and a strong work ethic.
Born January 21,...
James Paul Doud
May 30, 2026
James Paul Doud, age 71, of Guyton, Georgia, passed away peacefully after an extended illness on May 30th, 2026. Born on May 25th, 1955 in Darby, Pennsylvania, Jim was raised in West Chester, surrounded by close friends and a large extended family. He grew up in a devoted Catholic household, attending Catholic school and carrying the values of faith, loyalty,...
Charles Buddy "Bud" Nosil
May 29, 2026
Charles Buddy "Bud" Nosil
Mr. Charles Buddy "Bud" Nosil, age 95, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, May 29, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Bud was born on a farm in Phillips, Wisconsin, and grew up in Chicago, Illinois. He developed a lifelong passion for aviation and proudly joined the United States Air Force in 1952...
Robert David Watford, Jr.
May 29, 2026
Springfield – Robert David Watford, Jr., 60, passed away May 29, 2026.
The Chatham County native has been employed with Crescent Towing for over 40 years where he loved working on the water. He had a passion for fast cars, listening to AC/DC, and cooking for his family.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert David Watford, Sr. and Sandra...
Carl A. Neurath, Sr.
May 28, 2026
Carl A. Neurath, Sr., 87, of Rincon, GA, passed away on May 28, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Linda Gail Mock Neurath; his son, C. Allen Neurath, Jr.; his parents, William J. Neurath and Mattie Floyd Neurath; sister, Nona N. Chafin; and brothers, W. Jay Neurath, Earl V. Neurath and Floyd W. Neurath.
Survivors include his daughters, Carrie...
Virginia Meador McKenzie
May 28, 2026
Guyton – Virginia Meador McKenzie, 73, passed away May 28, 2026 at her sister’s home.
Born in Albuquerque, NM and raised in Effingham County where she remained most of her life, Virginia was a woman of strong faith, a kind heart, and unwavering devotion to her family. She was deeply involved in her church throughout her life, serving as choir director...
Carolyn E. Ruiz
May 27, 2026
Carolyn E. Ruiz of Pooler, GA, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2026 at the age of 84.
She is preceded in death by parents Robert and Ruth Dugger Enecks, husband of 53 years Charles T. Ruiz, and son Charles T. Ruiz, Jr.
She is survived by sons John Williams (Stephanie), Joseph Williams, and Michael Ruiz; sister Roberta Kent (Travis); grandchildren Evan...
Russell H. Morgan
May 26, 2026
Russell Hodges Morgan of Springfield (Shawnee community) passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Russell was born on November 22, 1943 to the late Nora Lee Hodges Morgan and Willie Wyburg Morgan.
Russell was a lifelong resident of Effingham born and raised in the Shawnee community outside of Springfield. He graduated from Effingham County High School in 1961 and worked 30+...
Brenda Turner (Zipperer) Pack
May 24, 2026
Brenda Turner (Zipperer) Pack
Born October 23, 1948 – Died May 24, 2026
Brenda Turner Pack, age 77, died at Willow Pond Senior Care in Statesboro, GA.
Mrs. Pack graduated from Effingham County High School in 1966 and attended Armstrong Atlantic State University. She worked with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court and the Honorable Reginald McDuffee. In 1968, she began her career with the...
Michael Earl Hudson, Jr.
May 21, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Earl Hudson Jr., our beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Michael passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 21st, 2026.
Michael Earl Hudson Jr was born on March 20, 1961. The son of Michael Earl Hudson Sr (Mickey) and Nancy Hansford Hudson. He was preceded to our Lord by both...
Linda Anne Sibilio
May 21, 2026
Linda Anne Sibilio, 63, of Ellabell, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2026 at her home.
Anne will be missed by her husband of 43 years, Rudy Sibilio; son, Josh Sibilio; mother, Linda M. Nettles; sister, Randalyn Sessoms; brother, Kelly Nettles, as well as a number of nieces and nephews.
Anne was born in Savannah, Georgia and was preceded in death...
Jack Alton Beckworth
May 20, 2026
Jack Alton Beckworth, 80, of Meldrim, Georgia, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.Jack was born on November 23, 1945, in Bulloch County, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel Noone Beckworth and Lucy Mae Beckworth; his grandson, Justin Caleb; his brothers, Danny, Lewis, Bill, Leaion, Bobby, and Terrell Beckworth; and his...
Judy Carol Cannon
May 19, 2026
Guyton – Judy Carol Cannon, passed away on May 19, 2026 at Memorial Health.
The Sardis, GA native was a retired bus driver and substitute teacher with the Effingham County Board of Education. She was a member of North Salem Baptist Church and a 1965 graduate of Groves High School. She loved her family but especially her grandsons.
Judy was preceded in...
Billie Oder Humphreys
May 16, 2026
Guyton – Billie Oder Humphreys, 82, passed away peacefully Saturday, May 16, 2026 at the Oaks in Pooler.
She was a lifelong resident of Effingham County. She was born in Pineora, GA on January 30, 1944. She was preceded in death by her parents William Alton Oder and Emma Hales Oder; sister, Jeannette Oder Anderson and infant sister, Miriam Virginia Oder.
She...
Johnnie Faye Bing Gay
May 16, 2026
Ms. Johnnie Faye Bing Gay, age 78, of Springfield, Georgia, died Saturday, May 16, 2026, at her residence under the care of her family and Suncare Hospice. Ms. Gay was a native of Hazlehurst, Georgia, but had lived in Savannah for many years, and Effingham County for the past several years. She was a graduate of Savannah High School, and...
Elder James Lindy Webb, Jr.
May 15, 2026
Guyton, GA
Elder James Lindy Webb, Jr., age 74, died Friday, May 15, 2026, at Candler Hospital in Savannah. A Chatham County native, he had lived in Garden City for many years, and Guyton for the past several years. He was a retired firefighter with the Savannah Fire Department and the Union Camp Fire Department. He had also served as a...
