local obituaries

Aug 7, 2020

Kenneth Yarbrough, 56, of Springfield, GA, passed away on Friday, August 7, 2020 at Memorial Health University Medical Center.

Kenneth was born in Millen, GA to the late Willie Yarbrough, Jr. & Nellie Mae Williams Yarbrough.  He was also preceded in death by a sister, Linda Carol Yarbrough.  He was a member of New Hope Christian Church,...

Aug 6, 2020

Alton Hal Godwin

Newington – Alton Hal Godwin, 75, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2020.

The Jacksonville, Florida native was a member of North Newington Baptist Church, the Newington Masonic Lodge and the Shriners. He had retired from the Fruit Growers Express Railroad and the International Longshoremen's Association Local # 2046, where he...

Aug 6, 2020

Steven Andrew Norman

Rincon – Steven Andrew Norman, 57, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2020 at his residence.

The Englewood, CA native was a kind-hearted loving soul that believed in helping others. He was well liked by all who met him and attended Goshen United Methodist Church.

He is survived by...

Aug 6, 2020

Kenneth Lee Bolen, 29, of Pooler, passed away on Thursday, August 6, 2020 at Memorial Health University Medical Center.

Lee was born in Columbia, SC and was a self-employed driver for Uber and Lyft.  He had previously been employed with Candler/St. Joseph's for nine years.  His family was very important to him and he was a huge...

Aug 6, 2020

Nellie E. Arnsdorff

Springfield – Nellie E. Arnsdorff, 105, passed away August 6, 2020 at Effingham Extended Care.

The Effingham County native was a member of Bethel Lutheran Church and a homemaker.

Survivors include her sister, Clara B. Freyermuth; nieces and nephews, Libby Heidt, Jacqueline Bevill, Winton Arnsdorff, Jerry Freyermuth, and C.L. Arnsdorff;...

Aug 5, 2020

Mr. Reginald "Reggie" Sapp, 79, of Pooler, passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2020 at Memorial Health University Medical Center.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Clanton & Annie Mae Tucker Sapp, his grandson, Jake Sapp, and a brother, Michael Sapp.  He served his country in the U. S. Navy, retired from International Paper after...

Aug 5, 2020

Agnew H. Newsome

Rincon – Agnew H. Newsome, 90, passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2020 at Memorial Health.

The Ware County, GA native owned A.H. Newsome, Contractor (paint & wallpaper) for 45 years. Ag loved his family, Church family at Savannah Holy Church of God, and working in the yard, never considering it...

Aug 5, 2020

Joseph Alton "Bud" Hughes

Port Wentworth – Joseph Alton "Bud" Hughes, 84, son of the late Joseph Mike Hughes and Madge Waters Hughes passed away August 5, 2020 at his residence.

He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Port Wentworth where he was an usher and a former Deacon.

He...

Aug 4, 2020

Ms. Patsy Kathleen Scarborough, 79, of Ellabell, passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2020 at her home.

She was born on April 1, 1941 in Savannah to the late Leroy & Catherine Fetzer Bryant.  She was also preceded in death by her grandmother, Catherine "Big Momma" Williams and brothers, William Shuman of Eden, Ronnie Hughes of Savannah,...

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...