Velma Rahn Nease
May 16, 2021
Springfield – Velma Rahn Nease, 78, passed away May 16, 2021 at the Oaks at Pooler.
The Effingham County native was a retired office manager with Effingham Dental Associates. She became Miss Rincon in 1959 and a was high school cheerleader. She was a member of Springfield United Methodist Church where she taught the 2 & 3...
David L. Henry
May 14, 2021
Guyton – David was graduated from Bradwell High School 1968. Upon his graduation, he immediately joined the United States Army. He served from 1968 and he retired as a Master Sergeant in February 1989.
David loved to travel. After retiring from the Army, he began his second career as an OTR truck driver. He retired from driving...
Ethel "Susie" Jane Severn Nee: Schmidt
May 14, 2021
Ethel "Susie" Jane Severn nee: Schmidt, 81 and a native daughter of Northbrook, Illinois, passed away unexpectedly on Friday May 14 th 2021 in Savannah, GA.
Born October 1 st , 1939 in Highland Park Illinois, she was the daughter of the late Bernhardt Friedrich Heinrich Schmidt and Alice Ester Schmidt nee: Musgrave. Proceeded in death by...
G. Gayle Edwards
May 13, 2021
Guyton – G. Gayle Edwards, 69, passed away Thursday, May 13, 2021 at Candler Hospital.
The Effingham County native was preceded in death by her parents, Geneva & Sollie Campbell; her brother, Dale Campbell; and niece, April Campbell.
She is survived by her husband, Bobby E. Edwards, Sr.; 2 sons, Gene Edwards (Sonja) and Andy...
Charles Edward Frison
May 12, 2021
Mr. Charles Edward Frison, age 67, of Savannah, Georgia, gained his wings at St. Joseph's/Candler Hosptial in Savannah on Wednesday, May 12, 2021. Charles was born on May 28, 1953 in Memphis, Tennessee. He proudly served over 23 years in the United States Army, retiring in 1998 as Staff Sergeant NCOIC. He continued his career working as a Federal...
Linda Yawn Poole
May 11, 2021
Mrs. Linda Yawn Poole, 71, of Pooler, passed away on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at her home.
She was born in Hazlehurst, GA and lived in the Savannah area all her life. She was preceded in death by her parents, Wiley Hamilton Yawn and Edith Pritchett Yawn, as well as her sister, Diane Brown. She retired from...
Nona Ruth Rimmer Grimmett
May 11, 2021
Guyton – Nona Ruth Rimmer Grimmett, 87, passed away Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at Pruitt Health Seaside.
The Tazewell County, VA native lived most of her life in Richlands, VA, but lived the last 22 years in Guyton. She attended One Savior Church.
She is survived by her daughters, Linda F. Grimmett and Carolyn "Kay"...
Frank J. Kroll, Jr.
May 11, 2021
Savannah – Frank J. Kroll, Jr., 76, passed away Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at his home.
The Rochester, NY native was a retired self-employed trim carpenter. He enjoyed his grandchildren and his dogs, "Spike" and "Anna".
He is survived by his wife, Julia Kroll; daughters, Deborah DeFazio and Rogette Bishop (Jamie); and grandchildren, Jamie Shawn...
Nolan Debbs Phillips, Jr.
May 11, 2021
Mr. Nolan Debbs Phillips, Jr. 85, of Bloomingdale, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at Pruitthealth Seaside in Port Wentworth, Georgia.
He was born in El Paso, Texas to the late Nolan Debbs Phillips and Mary Lynn Phillips. He served his country in the United States Marines and later retiring from the United States Army...
Glenda B. Vinson
May 9, 2021
Mrs. Glenda B. Vinson, 74, of Savannah, passed away on Sunday, May 9, 2021 at Memorial Health University Medical Center.
She was born in Hinesville, GA to the late Fred T. & Elise Hodges Bashlor. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Tommy Bashlor and Randy Bashlor. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Temple...
Susan Marie Arnold Creasy
May 5, 2021
Brooklet – Susan Marie Arnold Creasy, 56, passed away May 5, 2021 at her residence.
The Bulloch County native graduated from Tate's Creek High School in Lexington, KY, earned her Bachelor's Degree from Eastern Kentucky University, and her Master's from GA Southern University. She taught school in Effingham, Screven, and Bulloch Counties and was employed at GA...
Minnie Lou Hunt
May 5, 2021
Guyton – Minnie Lou Hunt, 70, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family and friends on Wednesday, May 5, 2021.
The Effingham County native was retired from the Effingham County Schools Transportation Department. She was a member of North Salem Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jasper and Virgie Warren; and...
Bill Amos
May 3, 2021
Guyton – Bill J. Amos, 84, passed away Monday, May 3, 2021 at his home.
The Rome, GA native was a retired high school art teacher, that taught at Cass High School in Cartersville, GA for 20 years. He was the 1987 Georgia Teacher of the Year and had operated a pottery studio in Rome. Bill had...
Gordon R. Cowart
Apr 29, 2021
Mr. Gordon R. Cowart, 81, of Ellabell, GA, passed away on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at his home.
He was born in Savannah to the late Jesse and Frances Bell Cowart. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Betty Cowart, two sisters and three brothers. He served his country in the U.S. Navy and was...
Sharon Williams Stewart
Apr 29, 2021
Mrs. Sharon Williams Stewart, 81, of Bloomingdale, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at her home.
Mrs. Sharon was born in Savannah to the late George Williams and Annie Mae Woods Williams. She was also preceded in death by her husband, William C. "Bill" Stewart. She was a member of Alpha United Methodist Church and...
Dorothy Norma Cave
Apr 28, 2021
Rincon – Dorothy Norma Cave, 92, passed away April 28, 2021 at her residence.
The Virginia native was a member of Rincon United Methodist Church, the U.M.W., John Wesley Sunday School Class, and member of the Arnese Moore Bible Study Class. She was a board member representative at the Manna House and a faithful worker in all...
Betty Jean Walters Creech- Burnsed
Apr 26, 2021
Ms. Betty Jean Walters Creech-Burnsed, 89, of St. Simons Island, GA, passed away on Monday, April 26, 2021 at Magnolia Manor on St. Simons Island.
The Jeff Davis County native was a member of South Newington Baptist Church, was a Foster Parent, retired from Days Inn, and was a homemaker.
Survivors include two daughters and...
Charles K. Disalvo
Apr 26, 2021
Rincon- Charles K. DiSalvo, 86, passed away April 26, 2021 at his residence.
The Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania native was retired from the Allegheny County Airport. He had served his country in the US Army. Mr. DiSalvo was a member of Bible Lutheran Church in Rincon, was a Deacon for 16 years at Ruthfred Lutheran Church, and was past...
Linda Hall
Apr 26, 2021
Springfield – Linda K. Hall, 80, passed away Monday, April 26, 2021 at her home surrounded by her family.
The Savannah native was a homemaker. She loved to cook, sew, embroider, and crochet. She shared her love of baking and sewing with children and grandchildren and enjoyed hours in the kitchen with them. Linda grew up at...
Michael Brian Farmer
Apr 25, 2021
Atlanta – Michael Brian Farmer, 25, passed away April 25, 2021 from injuries sustained from a hit and run while walking his dog, Bruce.
Born in Gwinnett County and lived in Saint Cloud, FL before graduating from E.C.H.S. in 2014. A member of the middle and high school baseball team, he also loved playing and coaching Rugby. ...
