Krenson Kenneth Kniphfer
Jul 25, 2026
Oliver, GA – Krenson Kenneth Kniphfer, 77, of Oliver, Georgia passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2026 at home.
Krenson was born in Savannah, Georgia and was the eldest son of the late Albert Edward “Ed” Kniphfer and the late Freida May Bryant Kniphfer.
Krenson was a member of the Bonaventure Road Church of Christ. He loved to fish, hunt and compete...
Mary Jacqueline "Jackie" Hodges Barnes
Jul 25, 2026
Rincon – Mary Jacqueline “Jackie” Hodges Barnes, 87, passed away peacefully July 25, 2026 at her residence with her family by her side.
The Chatham County native was a member of the Rincon Global Methodist Church, former member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Pooler where she sang in the choir, and had served and volunteered in many capacities in both...
Mildred Elizabeth Griffith
Jul 24, 2026
Clyo – Mildred Griffith, passed away July 24, 2026 at her residence.
Millie, a loving wife, mother and grandmother leaves behind a husband, Hank, her youngest son, James, her eldest son, Ronald, and her grandchildren, Allen Oscar, Morgan, Shawn, Lucy, Mason, Addyson, Hazelynn and Reanne.
Millie was a hard working educated woman who dedicated 51 years of her life to Waffle House,...
Timothy D. Wentz
Jul 23, 2026
Timothy D. “Tim” Wentz, age 57, died Thursday, July 23, 2026, at his residence in Rincon, Georgia. Born in Zanesville, Ohio, and raised in Junction City, Ohio, he was preceded in death by his father, James Wentz. His mother, Judy Wentz, survives him and cherishes his memory.
He is also survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Laura Wentz; daughter,...
John "Jay Bird" Parkman
Jul 22, 2026
John “Jay Bird” Parkman, 66, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2026, at Hospice Savannah after a brief illness. Born and raised in Savannah, Jay was a proud graduate of Windsor Forest High School, where he formed lifelong friendships that he cherished throughout the years. He dedicated 40 years of service to Kroger, retiring as a Market...
William James Sapp
Jul 19, 2026
Rincon – William James Sapp, 86, passed away July 19, 2026 at Memorial Health.
The Chatham County native graduated from Groves High School in 1959. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1957 to 1960. He retired from Norfolk Southern after 40 years of service and enjoyed woodworking having made a curio cabinet for his daughter and numerous pieces for his...
Ronnie Edwards
Jul 19, 2026
Springfield – Charles Ronald “Ronnie” “Papo” Edwards, 76, passed away July 19, 2026 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
The Effingham County native was a retired truck driver, he was a member of Corinth Baptist Church and attended Union Baptist Church. He loved hunting, fishing, watching Nascar and the Atlanta Braves.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence...
Beverly Anne Milton Williamson
Jul 17, 2026
Rincon – Beverly Anne Milton Williamson, 76, passed away July 17, 2026 at her residence.
The Chatham County native was a caretaker for her mother, she retired from Gray Wolf, and attended First Baptist Church of Port Wentworth. She loved going to the beach and the mountains, especially Blairsville with Uncle Ashley. She enjoyed watching the Atlanta Braves and GA Bulldogs.
She...
Roberta Enecks Kent
Jul 16, 2026
Guyton – Roberta Enecks Kent, 76, passed away July 16, 2026 at her residence.
The Chatham County native formerly was a flight attendant with Key Airlines and a Cosmetologist. She was a member of the Bethesda Church at Midland.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Ruth Dugger Enecks; and sister, Carolyn Ruiz (Charlie).
Survivors include her husband, Travis Kent;...
Sammy Glenn Ausley
Jul 15, 2026
Mr. Sammy Glenn Ausley, 79, passed away on July 15, 2026 at his residence, under the care of his family and Hospice Savannah. Sam was born on July 20, 1946 in Raleigh, North Carolina to the late Knox Hob and Nora Topps Ausley. He was raised in Angier, North Carolina.
Sam was a long-time member of Port Wenworth Methodist Church in...
Betty Mattox
Jul 11, 2026
With love and gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of Mrs. Betty Mattox, who peacefully departed this life on July 11, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Betty was born in Jeff Davis County, Georgia, and made her home in Eden for over 60 years. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend whose greatest joy in...
Connie Torres Budleski
Jul 10, 2026
Connie Torres Budleski, born on April 8, 1946, passed away on July 10, 2026.
Connie will be missed by her daughter, Michelle (Bart) Williams; grandkids, Joshua (Amy) Strother, Rustin (Lela) Williams, Landen Williams, Christopher Williams, Chrissy (Mike) Dubberly, Derrick (Erin) Manrique, Milena (James) Raub, Tyler Goodwin, and Jose Perez; great-grandkids, Mark Williams, Mason Williams, Hannah Scott, Joey Perez, Gabriela Perez, Peyton Manrique,...
Ronald Earl Alford
Jul 9, 2026
Ronald Earl Alford, 67, of Guyton Georgia passed away peacefully on July 9th after a long battle from injuries sustained from a motorcycle accident. Ronald graduated from Groves High School in Garden City, Georgia in 1977. Ronald was born on January 8th, 1959, in Savannah Georgia. He retired from Barnet and Sons (previously The Herty Foundation) after over 25 years...
Wendell Paul Shearouse
Jul 8, 2026
Wendell Paul Shearouse, 86, of Jonesboro, GA passed July 8, 2026 at East Georgia Regional Medical Center, Statesboro, GA after suffering cardiac arrest. Wendell was born June 12, 1940 at the home of his grandparents (Shellie and Ruth Helmey) in Marlow, GA. He graduated from Effingham County High School in 1958 and began working for Southland Life Insurance Company. He...
George David Hammond
Jul 8, 2026
Mr. George David Hammond, 71 of Guyton, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at Candler Hospital.
David will be missed by his wife, Debra Hammond; sister, Virginia Swanson (Ron); brother, Bert Hammond (Teresa); sister-in-law, Pam Hammond; nieces and nephews, Amber ( Jim), James (Christie), Michael (Laura), Priscilla, Bert (Lawana), Peggy Michelle and William; step-daughters, Tonya Malphus and April Mikell...
Boris Cvetkovski
Jul 7, 2026
Boris Cvetkovski, 84, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at Candler Hospital.
Born on May 10, 1942, in Arvati, Makedonia, Boris was a man of strong values, dedication, and deep love for his family. After living in Buffalo, New York, and the Detroit area, he spent his final years in Pooler, Georgia, with his beloved wife, Elena, and family.
Boris...
Jerry Lynn "Barefoot" Cantaline
Jul 5, 2026
Jerry Lynn “Barefoot” Cantaline, 67, of Guyton, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026 at his son’s home.
Jerry will be missed by his son, Jeremy Ryan Cantaline; grandson, Josiah Lee Cantaline; former wife, Debra Dees Cantaline; brother, Jeffrey Cantaline (Patricia); sisters-in-law, Karen Cantaline Keech and Effie Cantaline; several nieces and nephews.
Jerry was born in Spartanburg, South Carolina and had...
Theresa Hodges Martin
Jul 5, 2026
Guyton – Theresa Hodges Martin, 94, passed away July 5, 2026 at her residence.
The Chatham County native was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Port Wentworth where she was active in the Ladies Circle and involved in many church activities that she dearly loved. She worked in accounting most of her life.
She was preceded in death by her...
Russell P. Hillman
Jul 3, 2026
Russell Paul Hillman, 70, of Springfield, GA, went to the giant hardware store in the sky on July 3rd, 2026, while napping peacefully in his comfy chair.
He was born in New Jersey on May 11th, 1956, to Donald Hillman and Ellen Tiner, moving frequently as a military child until settling with his mother and stepfather, Downing Tiner, in Homerville, GA.
Russell...
Mike Taylor "Hotdog"
Jul 3, 2026
Springfield – Mike Taylor “Hotdog”, 71, passed away July 3, 2026 at Candler Hospital.
The California native was employed with Estes for many years where he had a passion for “trucking”. He loved Nascar and watching westerns.
He was preceded in death by his parents Richard David Taylor and Carol Ann Dohler Herrington; and his brother, Jimmy Orchard.
Survivors include his wife, Teresa...
