Dr. David "Bill" Fillingim

Springfield- Dr. David W. “Bill” Fillingim, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2026. He was an OB/GYN in Savannah for more than 30 years before retiring in 1994. He was predeceased by his first wife, Beverly; his parents, Dr. David B. and Mrs. Glenn B. Fillingim; his siblings, Gerald and Hugh Fillingim and Mary F. Daniel; and his son, David, Jr.

He is survived by his second wife, Carleen Rahn Fillingim; his son, Roger (Lori) and his stepchildren, Gus (CarrieAnn), Ben and Corlette; his grandchildren, AJ (Molly) and Matt (Alyssa) Fillingim, Hannah and Hope Fillingim and their mother, Malinda, Baylor and Truett Thompson, Carlyn, Crosby and Caleigh Waller; his brothers, John (Alberta) and Jim; and many extended family members and friends.

Prior to Beverly’s death, Bill was very active at Calvary Baptist Temple in Savannah, serving as a deacon and a Sunday School teacher. After marrying Carleen, he lived in Atlanta and Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., before settling in Springfield, Ga., in 2005 and living there until his death. They were very active at Springfield Oaks Church and in other community activities.

Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Springfield Oaks Church Missions Fund, 210 Cleveland St., Springfield, GA 31329.

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel (912) 754-6421.