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Barbara M. Mazzara

Barbara M. Mazzara

Apr 24, 2021

Mrs. Barbara M. Mazzara, 73, of Pooler, passed away on Saturday, April 24, 2021 at her home.

She was born on Staten Island, NY to the late Frank H. Lyle & Marie R. Lyle.  She was employed for many years at Western Sizzlin in Pooler.

Survivors include her husband of 50 years, Leonard "Lenny" Mazzara;...

Emily Jean Hollingsworth

Emily Jean Hollingsworth

Apr 23, 2021

Mrs. Emily Jean Hollingsworth, 74, of Guyton, passed away on Friday, April 23, 2021 at her home.

She was born in Patterson, GA to the late Otha Birch Patterson & Mary Elizabeth Bagley Patterson.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, Buddy Hollingsworth.  She will be remembered as a humble, kind and nurturing lady, as...

Bennie D. Arnsdorff

Bennie D. Arnsdorff

Apr 23, 2021

Clyo – Bennie D. Arnsdorff, 74, passed away April 23, 2021 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

The Effingham County native was a retired heavy equipment operator.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Ray Benjamin Arnsdorff and Nellie Pevey Arnsdorff; and 4 siblings.

Survivors include his son, Jason Thompson; several grandchildren; sister, Shirley Davis (Jackie);...

Shannon D. Akins

Shannon D. Akins

Apr 20, 2021

Shannon D. Akins, 53, of Tybee Island, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at Candler Hospital.

Shannon was born in Bulloch County to the late Harold P. and Lois Bragg Davis.  She was also preceded in death by siblings, Joann Futch, Cynthia Crosby, Clay Davis, Terri Davis White, and Elizabeth "Liz" Davis Howard; Megan's father,...

Lynda Joanne Dudley

Lynda Joanne Dudley

Apr 20, 2021

Mrs. Lynda Joanne Dudley, 79, of Guyton, passed away on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at the Effingham Extended Care Facility.

She was born in Greenville, SC and spent most of her life in Savannah.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Chester W. & Ozella D. Lorrey, her husband, Richard Dudley, a brother, Johnny Lorrey, a...

Linda Marie Hunter Sibilio

Linda Marie Hunter Sibilio

Apr 20, 2021

Guyton – Linda Marie Hunter Sibilio, 70, passed away April 20, 2021 at her residence.

The Chatham County native devoted her life to her children and grandchildren.  She was a beloved wife, mother, and nana.

She was preceded in death by her father, William Joseph Hunter; and her husband of 41 years, Michael Sibilio, Sr....

Vickie Lee

Vickie Lee

Apr 20, 2021

Mrs. Vickie Lee, 71, of Bloomingdale, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

She was born in Savannah, Georgia to the late Remor Chance and Mary Elizabeth Lee Chance.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, Emmitt Russell Lee, and her siblings, Mildred, Paul, Grady, Fred, Sam, Doris, Phammie, Doretha,...

Audrey Nell Tucker

Audrey Nell Tucker

Apr 20, 2021

Mrs. Audrey Nell Tucker, 81, of Guyton, GA, passed away April 20th after a long illness with her family by her side.

She was born in Marlow, GA, was a member of Pine Street Baptist Church in Guyton and retired from Savannah Electric and Power Company.   She was known for being a wonderful cook.  Her Thanksgiving dinners...

Linda Chelton

Linda Chelton

Apr 17, 2021

Rincon – Linda Louise Hiet Chelton, 72, passed away Saturday April 17, 2021 at Memorial Health.

The New Springfield, OH native was married in 1968 to the late Richard Chelton. She was preceded in death in addition to her husband, by her parents, Harold and Elva Hiet, and her brother, Donald Ray Hiet. The former school bus...

Christopher Michael Meushaw

Christopher Michael Meushaw

Apr 14, 2021

Christopher Michael Meushaw, 44, of Bloomingdale, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, April 14, 2021.

He was born in Baltimore, Maryland and was a "die hard Baltimore Ravens fan".  He was employed at Strength of Nature and was preceded in death by a brother, Michael "Mikie" Meushaw; grandparents, Arthur Robert Keyser, Naomi Meushaw, and Joseph Vernon Meushaw, Jr.;...

Barbara Ann Morgan Brant

Barbara Ann Morgan Brant

Apr 14, 2021

Clyo – Barbara Ann Morgan Brant, affectionately known as Bobbie, 87, went to be with her Heavenly Father on April 14, 2021.

Bobbie was born in Clyo, GA to parents, E. Madison Morgan, Sr. and Gladys Hinely Morgan.

Predeceased by her parents, her husband, Gene Brant, Sr., an infant daughter and sons, Gene Brant, Jr....

Carl S. Saxton

Carl S. Saxton

Apr 13, 2021

Mr. Carl S. Saxton, 81, of Brooklet, GA, passed away on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at his home.

He was born in Brunswick, GA, spent most of his formative years in Twin City, and moved to Savannah at the age of 14.  He and his wife, Shirley, lived in Rincon for 31 years where they raised their...

Joe B. Oliver, Sr.

Joe B. Oliver, Sr.

Apr 13, 2021

Springfield- Joe B. Oliver, Sr., 86, passed away Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

The Screven County native was retired from Union Camp. He was owner/operator of Oliver Enterprises and was a farmer. Joe loved his family and his animals. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe T. & Ollie Mae Oliver; a...

Shirley Dasher Palmer

Shirley Dasher Palmer

Apr 12, 2021

Springfield – Shirley Dasher Palmer, 74, passed away April 12, 2021 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.

The Effingham County native was the Salutatorian of the Class of 1964.  She used her gifts of baking, sewing, and taking care of others while working at the White Dress garment factory in Springfield and then at the...

Naomi I. Lewis

Naomi I. Lewis

Apr 11, 2021

Naomi I. Lewis, 93, of Pooler, GA, passed away on April 11, 2021.  Funeral arrangements will be on Long Island, New York.  Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Homes - WEST CHATHAM CHAPEL

Elizabeth Rae "Libby" Renfro Shaner

Elizabeth Rae "Libby" Renfro Shaner

Apr 11, 2021

Rincon – Elizabeth Rae "Libby" Renfro Shaner, 65, passed away Sunday, April 11, 2021 at her residence.

The Lexington, SC native was a longtime resident of Port Wentworth and had worked at the Salt & Pepper Restaurant. She dearly loved spending time with her children and grandchildren.

She is survived by her children, Barry Dewayne...

James H. Snooks

James H. Snooks

Apr 10, 2021

James H. Snooks, 87, passed away on Saturday, April 10, 2021 at his residence. He was preceded in death by his parents, Otto and Mamie Snooks, and his brother, Joseph O. Snooks. Survivors include his daughter, Allison Snooks; sisters, Linda Stansfield (Richard) and Mary Exley; brother, Tommy Snooks (Debbie); and several nieces and nephews.

James ("Jimmie") was...

Steve O. Lanham

Steve O. Lanham

Apr 10, 2021

Steve O. Lanham, 56, of Ellabell, GA, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 10, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Olivia Marie Lanham.

He is survived by his wife, Angela Lanham; children, Steven and Jacob Lanham, Marissa and Alex Ellenson; mother, Joyce Drinnon (Ashley), father, Ronnie Lanham (Patricia); brothers,...

Martha H. Brewton

Martha H. Brewton

Apr 8, 2021

Mrs. Martha H. Brewton, 83, of Pooler, GA passed away on Thursday, April 8, 2021 at her home.

She was born in Chatham County and was preceded in death by her parents, Montgomery Berry Hazzard, Sr. and Pearl Carter Bonnett, her husband, Millard H. "Sonny" Brewton, Jr., and her son, Boyd Brewton.

Survivors include her...

Francis John Hagye

Francis John Hagye

Apr 8, 2021

Rincon – Francis John Hagye, 70, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2021 at his residence.

Born November 14, 1950 in South Bend, IN and was a longtime resident of South Carolina.  He was an Environmental Engineer having worked on the MARTA construction and the Bad Creek Project.

He was preceded in death by his...

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