local obituaries

Aug 4, 2020

Mary S. Marsala

Rincon – Mary S. Marsala, 84, passed away August 4, 2020 at Effingham Extended Care.

The Millen native was employed with Bell South and retired from AT&T. She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Reba Scarboro; and brother, Ray Scarboro and Sonny Scarboro.

Survivors include her siblings,...

Aug 2, 2020

James Foster "Jim" Grimball, Sr.

Rincon – James Foster "Jim" Grimball, Sr., 74, passed away August 2, 2020 at Effingham Hosptial.

The California native was a U.S. Army veteran and retired from GA Ports after working on the waterfront his entire career. He loved to paint, enjoyed gardening, had a wonderful sense of humor, and...

Aug 1, 2020

Juanita Turner Flakes

Eden – Juanita Turner Flakes, 80, died August 1, 2020 at her home surrounded by her children.

The North Carolina native was born January 4, 1940. She loved the Lord and found comfort in her faith. She enjoyed the time she had with her husband, her family, her dogs, traveling, country music...

Aug 1, 2020

Becky Mallard Martin

Rincon – Becky Mallard Martin, 71, passed away August 1, 2020 at her residence.

She was born in Jenkins County and grew up in Screven County. She moved to Savannah and later to Effingham County. As a child she was a member of Riverside Baptist Church.

She was preceded in...

Aug 1, 2020

Charles E. Rogers, III "Stick", 62, of Bloomingdale, passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2020.

He was born in Savannah, GA to the late Charles E. Rogers, Jr. & Mary Eloise Smith Rogers.  He served his country for 20 years in the GA Army National Guard, having served in Operation Desert Storm.  He later retired from the...

Jul 28, 2020

Barry Clifton Zettler

Springfield – Barry Clifton Zettler, 76, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at Effingham Care Center.

The Effingham County native was retired from Fort Howard as a store room clerk. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Springfield. Barry loved coaching youth softball/baseball teams when his children...

Jul 28, 2020

Mr. Robert "Bob" Doherty, 85, of Eden, passed away on Tuesday, July 28, 2020.

He was born in Catskill, NY to the late William and Mary Wright Doherty.  He was also preceded in death by his brother, Bill Doherty, and his sister, Jo Martinsen.  He was a proud member of Powers Baptist Church in Eden, where he...

Jul 27, 2020

Babara Kay Ackerman

Rincon– Babara Kay Ackerman, 76, passed away Monday, July 27, 2020 at University Hospital in Augusta.

The Pell City, AL native was preceded in death by her husband, Laurie Ackerman and her daughter, Tracy Rhodes.

She is survived by her children, Tina Marie Griffith, Terri Lynn Frye, and...

Jul 27, 2020

Alvie "Jughead" Dennis, Jr., 55, of Brooklet, GA, passed away on Monday, July 27, 2020 at East Georgia Regional Medical Center.

Alvie was born in St. Joseph, Missouri and was preceded in death by his father, Alvie Dennis, Sr., his mother, Judy Hughes, his step-father, Kenneth Hughes, and a sister, Debbie Lenhart.  He served his country in...

Jul 25, 2020

Mr. Judson Franklin Barton, 78 of Garden City, passed away on Saturday at home.

He was born in Savannah, GA to the late Judson M. Barton, Jr. & Hattie Mae Mallard Barton.  He was also preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Wanda Sisco Barton, whom he loved very much. He served his country in...

Jul 22, 2020

Mr. Donald W. Rogers, 79, of Pooler, GA, passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

He was born in Savannah, GA to the late Israel & Elizabeth Wilby Rogers.  He was also preceded in death by his wife, Brenda Rogers, a granddaughter, Ashley Rogers, and a brother, Walter Rogers.  He graduated from Commercial...

Jul 22, 2020

Glenn A. Newcomer, 66, of Savannah, GA, passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2020.

Glenn was known for being a loving husband and an amazing friend.  Savannah Harley Davidson was Glenn's second home and he was an active HOG of Savannah member.  Glenn considered the HOG group as a whole and each individual member his family.  He...

Jul 21, 2020

Casey Darnell Arledge, 30, of Meldrim, passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2020 as a result of injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.

Casey was born in Savannah and was employed at JCB in Pooler.  He enjoyed hunting, playing paintball and shooting pool.  He was preceded in death by grandparents, Cecil Arledge, Bud and Rosalyn Dickerson.

Jul 17, 2020

Mrs. Willa (Butch) Kelly NeSmith, 79, of Pooler, passed away on Friday, July 17, 2020 at Candler Hospital.

She was born in Savannah to the late John J. & Paralee Tidwell Kelly.  She was also preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Leonard "Smitty" NeSmith, a son, Gene Smitherman, two brothers, John "Johnny" Kelly and...

Jul 16, 2020

Nettie Marie Dobson Braddock, 72, of Port Wentworth, passed away at Hospice House of Savannah following a sudden health crisis on Thursday, July 16, 2020.

Nettie was the daughter of the late Julian "Murphy" Dobson and Virginia Dobson.  She was also preceded in death by her brother, Paul Dobson.  Nettie was a five foot firecracker.  She was...

Jul 15, 2020

Ms. Judith "Judy" Harrelson, 76, of Statesboro, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at Landmark Hospital.

She was born in Whiteville, North Carolina to the late Osborne Hugh Lane, Sr. and Nan Spell Lane.  She was also preceded in death by her twin sister, Joyce Gayle Oglesby, sister, Elizabeth Bumgarner, and brother, Osborne Hugh Lane,...

Jul 15, 2020

GUYTON, GA — Mr. Leo Fred Griffin III passed away Wednesday, July 15, 2020. He was a

dedicated patriot, loyal friend and a loving husband and father. He lived a full life and was loved

and respected by many. He was predeceased by his parents Mr. Leo Fred Griffin Jr. and Mrs.

Miriam...

Jul 14, 2020

Jeffrey Duren Craig "Jeff", 62, of Guyton, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at Memorial Health University Medical Center.

Jeff was born in Bainbridge, Georgia to the late Robert Lee and Evelyn Gwaltney Craig.  He had been employed with EOC1 since 2008.  He was proud of his service in the United States Marine Corp, having...

Jul 14, 2020

Lewis Iseman "Buck" Wright , Jr.

Rincon– Lewis Iseman "Buck" Wright, Jr., 67, died Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at Memorial Health.

The Effingham County native was a member of Mizpah United Methodist Church and Clyo Masonic Lodge #280. Lewis was retired from the CSX Railroad. He was preceded in...

Jul 13, 2020

Bobby Edward Lee, Jr., 38, entered into Eternal Rest on July 13, 2020 after his life was taken from him.

Bobby was born in Savannah and raised in Effingham County.

Bobby loved life and had many friends. He was a sensitive man with a huge heart who adored his baby girl, Skylar. Bobby also loved...