local obituaries

Oct 24, 2025

James Edward McGarry, Jr. went to be with the Lord on October 24, 2025, in Savannah, Georgia.  James, (Jay), was born on December 13, 1942 in Crichton, West Virginia to the late James Edward McGarry, Sr., and Effie Edna Morris McGarry.  He was the youngest of three children and told great tales of growing up with his 2 sisters...

Oct 24, 2025

Danny L. Crabb, age 78, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 24, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Oreta Crabb; father-in-law Henry Clyde Sherrod; mother-in-law Dewese Sherrod; nephew Jeff Crabb; and brother-in-law Wayne Sherrod.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 45 years, Regina...

Oct 22, 2025

Mrs. Sharon Cleland, 75, died on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at the Effingham County Extended Care Facility.  She was born in Toombs County, Georgia and lived most of her life in Port Wentworth, Georgia before moving to Effingham County.  Mama went to the School of Ministry many years at Life Spring Worship Center in Bloomingdale, Georgia.  She was also...

Oct 21, 2025

Rincon—Harmon B. Leaphart, 60, after a long illness, passed away October 21, 2025 at Candler Hospital.

Harmon is preceded in death by his wife of thirty-six years, Kimberly Clifton Leaphart; his parents, Tillman Bryan and Cora Lee Leaphart; sister, Michele Leaphart Eddington; brother Barney Allen ("Al") Leaphart; half-brother, Timothy Leaphart; and his beloved dog Hero.

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Oct 20, 2025

After Glenne and Joe Butler moved their five children from Savannah to Guyton in the mid1940s, Yvonne and her older sister, Mary Olive (Ratchford), could not wait to move back to the city. Then she met Ludean Falagan, and her life path - as well as Mary Olive's - remained in Effingham. Meanwhile, her younger brothers and sister (Lee,...

Oct 20, 2025

Dr. Paul McLeod Brinson Jr. (Mac) was born to Paul and Eloise Brinson in Savannah, GA on December 29th, 1949. He passed away on October 20th , 2025, at Memorial Hospital in Savannah, GA at the age of 75.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Mary Jane Brinson; his son, Clay Brinson (wife Tiffany);...

Oct 20, 2025

Guyton – Allen Hoyle Bridges, 80, passed away October 20, 2025 at his home.

The Asheville, NC native was owner/operator of Allen's Body Shop for 32 years in Candler, NC. Allen was a member of Bethel Baptist Church in Asheville. He loved his animals, gardening, yardwork, but especially loved being with his family.

He was...

Oct 19, 2025

Gloria Constance Cravitz Ellison peacefully joined her beloved husband, Alvie Eugene "Gene" Ellison, in Heaven on October 19, 2025.

Born in Appling County, Georgia, Gloria was the cherished daughter of the late Myrtice Florine Faircloth and George Marvin Cravitz.  She was lovingly raised in Swainsboro, Georgia by her devoted grandparents, Lora and Lawrence Faircloth.

A...

Oct 19, 2025

Rincon – Alyce Virginia "Ginger" Schuman, 66, went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 19, 2025.

The Chesterfield, SC native loved boating, camping, the mountains, the beach, cooking, cleaning and above all her family. She was known for her loving smile, her sense of humor, and her heart of gold.

She was...

Oct 18, 2025

Guyton – Mark Douglas Peters, 52, went to be with his Lord and Savior on October 18, 2025.

Mark was born in Kentucky, raised in South Carolina and moved to Georgia.  He worked for Gulfstream Aerospace in the seat and upholstery department.  Mark was a loving and compassionate person with a soft heart for anyone in need,...

Oct 18, 2025

Clyo – Beverly Ann Owens, 70, passed away October 18, 2025.

The Effingham County native retired from Derst Baking Company after many years.  She enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, grilling, and a fire.  She was a member of Jerusalem Lutheran Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred Wall Owens and Ila Pearl Waldhour...

Oct 18, 2025

Mrs. Nellie Jo Boyles, 73, of Guyton, Georgia, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at her home and is now back in the loving arms of her husband Billy.

Nellie was born in Savannah, Georgia and was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Elliott W. "Billy" Boyles, III; her daughter,...

Oct 17, 2025

Mary Louise Kennedy, known as "Louise," 89, formerly of Garden City, Georgia, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family, on Friday, October 17, 2025 at Hospice House in Savannah.  She was born on December 24, 1935, in Savannah, Georgia.  Her life was lived unto the glory of her Savior and Lord Jesus Christ in love, devotion, and faithful...

Oct 15, 2025

Cindy Bromund, 65, of Port Wentworth, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at Memorial Hospital.  Cindy will be missed by her daughter, Kristina Bell (Bubba J); grandson, Brandon Jones (Ashley); granddaughter, Samantha "Princess Sweety Pie" Jones (James); ; great-grandchildren, C.J. Barnhill, Adeline Johnson, Taliya Perkins and Willow Perkins; sister, Laura Morrison, and several nieces and nephews.  Cindy...

Oct 14, 2025

Mr Jeremy J Wells, 87, of Savannah, Georgia passed away peacefully at Hospice Savannah on 14th October, 2025, at approximately 4:30am.  Born in London, England, within the sound of Bow Bells.  He survived the Blitz and went on to thrive at Perrott Hill and Tonbridge where he excelled at Sciences and enjoyed cricket and rugby.  After surviving and indeed...

Oct 14, 2025

Mr. George Donald Haymons, 85, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at Hospice Savannah.

George will be missed by his wife of 66 years, Becky Haymons; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Maria Rahn (Guy), Tammy Rushing (Tommy), and Christy Haymons; grandson, Cody Rahn; great-grandchildren, Cooper Rahn and Kirbi Rahn.

George was...

Oct 12, 2025

Rincon – Gwen B. Simmons, 91, passed away October 12, 2025 at Riverview Health & Rehab.

The Screven County native was a member of First Baptist Church of Rincon and retired from Belk after many years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jasper and Clyde Blackburn; son, Gil Simmons; grandson, Chris Simmons; and...

Oct 9, 2025

Mr. Otto Ronald Diederich "Ron", 89, of Meldrim, GA, passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2025 at his home.  Ron will be greatly missed by his wife of 29 years, Lois Layne Diederich; children, Ricky Diederich (Karen) and Rhonda Lyn Griffin; step-daughters, Sharon Serota (Paul), and Hope Arrington (Mark); ten grandchildren, Kali Griffin, Kasi Griffin (Logan Hults), Samuel Diederich...

Oct 6, 2025

Jane Marie Calahan, age 83, of Rincon, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her sister's home in Midlothian, Virginia on Oct 6, 2025 under the care of River City Hospice. Jane had moved to Virginia in January 2024 due to ill health.

Jane was born on July 15, 1942 in Staten Island, New York to Dorothea and Robert...

Oct 3, 2025

John Martin Seckinger, Jr., 71, of Guyton, Georgia, passed away in his wife's arms at their home on October 3, 2025.

Marty was married to the love of his life, Cindy, his "queen," for 49 wonderful years. A devoted husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend, he filled every room with laughter, warmth, and generosity. He and Cindy...