local obituaries

Feb 3, 2020

Kathleen Virginia Gillingham Munson Walker

Kathleen (Katie) Virginia Gillingham Munson Walker was born on June 16, 1921 in Richland County, Wisconsin. She passed away on February 3, 2020.  She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister.  Katie, as she was known to her friends, was raised on a dairy farm in rural Richland County,...

Feb 3, 2020

Jeremy G. Combs, 26, of Pooler, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2020.

Jeremy was born in Phoenix, AZ and was a student at Wichita State University.  He was a cat lover, enjoyed gaming and riding his Big Dog motorcycle.

Survivors include his parents, Rodney & Debbie Combs; sister and her fiancé, Rachel Combs &...

Feb 2, 2020

Mrs. Lucille Fort Seckinger, 92, of Savannah, passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2020 at Savannah Commons.

She was born in Tusculum, GA and was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence Daniel Fort and Ivey Gertrude Dewitt Fort, her husband, W. C. "Billy" Seckinger, and a brother, Lawrence D. Fort, Jr..  She was employed for a...

Feb 1, 2020

Mrs. Janet A. Sliker, 84, of Pooler, GA passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2020.

She was born in Brooklyn, NY to the late John & Rose Lockley Arzberger.  She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Robert and Warren Arzberger.  She retired from Warren Hospital in 1993 after 30 years of service and enjoyed crafting,...

Jan 31, 2020

Leatrice Joyce Voigt went to be with the Lord on Friday, January 31, 2020.  Leatrice, or "Lea" as she was known to all, was born and raised in San Antonio.  Born on January 13, 1926, Lea grew up during the depression and World War II.  She graduated from Tech High school in 1944.  Ms. Lea worked for 44 years...

Jan 30, 2020

Mr. Jackie Harrelson, 80, passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2020 at the Emanuel County Medical Center.

He was born in Pulaski, GA to the late John Henry Harrelson, Sr. & Mary Alice Jeffcoat Cobb.  He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Lisa Darlene Garrett.  He was of the Baptist faith, retired from Union Camp,...

Jan 29, 2020

Ret. Master Sgt. Thomas C. Deemer, III USAF

Rincon- Retired Master Sgt. Thomas C. Deemer, III, passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at his home.

He was born January 26, 1945 in Pittsburgh, PA to Thomas C. Deemer, Jr. and Ella Conrad Deemer. He graduated from McKeesport Vocational High School in 1962. Upon...

Jan 29, 2020

Mrs. Eula Mae Belk "Aunt Mae", 94, of Pooler, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at the Resort at Pooler.

The graveside funeral and burial will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, February 1 st at Lower Black Creek Cemetery with Brother Kenny Harrelson officiating.

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Homes – West...

Jan 29, 2020

Mrs. Lennie Curl South, 87, of Savannah, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at Pruitthealth in Savannah.

She was born in Dublin, GA to the late Mabry & Rebecca Register Curl.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, Bob South, and a son, Kenny Harden.

Survivors include her children, Guy Harden (Jean),...

Jan 28, 2020

Bobby Jean Coppage

Guyton- Bobby Jean Coppage, 83, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2020.

The Manassas, GA native was a Baptist and owner of "Aunt Tinkies" Antique Store.

Survivors include her husband, George Edward Coppage; children, Ronald E. Coppage (Terri) and Sandra Hahnemann (Bob); grandchildren, Jessica Sellers, Melissa Persandi, and Matthew...

Jan 27, 2020

James R. "Tater" Babb

Guyton – James R. "Tater" Babb, 85, passed away January 27, 2020 at his residence.

The Pennsylvania native served in the U.S. Army and retired from National Gypsum. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Naomi Babb; brothers, Bill and Charlie Babb; and step-son, Darnell Farmer.

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Jan 26, 2020

Lyle A. Clemmons

Bloomingdale- Lyle A. Clemmons, 32, died Sunday, January 26, 2020 at Memorial Health from injuries sustained in an auto accident.

The Chatham County native was a maintenance worker.

Survivors include his father, John M. Clemmons, Jr.; his brother, John M. Clemmons, III; step-brothers, Chris Wilson and Jason Wilson;...

Jan 25, 2020

Mrs. Brenda Rogers, 76, of Pooler, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

She was born in Savannah to the late William H. & Georgia Syfert Lucas.  She was also preceded in death by a granddaughter, Ashley Rogers.  She worked many years as a Bookkeeper and was a member of the Port Wentworth...

Jan 24, 2020

Jacqueline Antoinette Taylor Brinson

Port Wentworth – Jacqueline Antoinette Taylor Brinson, 89, passed away January 24, 2020 at the Oaks at Pooler under the care of Compassus Hospice.

The Oklahoma native was a member of Garden City United Methodist Church and a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walton Seckinger Brinson.

Jan 24, 2020

Earl Eugene "Gene" Lang was born in Mobile, Mobile County, Alabama, on July 13, 1947, to the late George Augustus Lang and Mary Enecks Lang. The son of a career Air Force officer, he lived in many places throughout the world during his childhood. Despite his wide travels, he always considered the Effingham County residence of his beloved Uncle...

Jan 24, 2020

Linwood L. "Woody" Seckinger

Springfield- Linwood L. "Woody" Seckinger, 84, passed away Friday, January 24, 2020 at his home.

The Effingham County native was a member of Jerusalem Lutheran Church. He had retired after a lifelong career with International Paper and he was an avid Atlanta Braves fan. He was preceded in death...

Jan 22, 2020

Patrick Curtis West, age 31, of Bloomingdale, passed away in his home January 22, 2020.  He leaves behind his true life love, Faith; his parents, Rodney and Patricia West; three sisters, Elizabeth, Rose, and Peyton; and his niece, Lilu.  Patrick was an accomplished motocross racer sponsored by NAPA Auto Parts. He traveled the nation racing, winning, and most of...

Jan 22, 2020

Douglas Lee "Big Doug" Moore, age 70, of Port Wentworth, passed away January 22, 2020.  Big Doug was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, and "Poppy". He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia B. Moore, and a son, Matthew Gerald Moore. He is survived by his son, Doug (Jenn) Moore, Jr; daughters, Lorri Ann Moore, Kassie (David)...

Jan 21, 2020

Walter Edwin "Ed" Woodson, Jr., age 75, of Savannah, formerly of Houston, TX, passed away January 21, 2020. Ed worked as an airline pilot, a race car driver, and he was a competitive Country and Western Dancer. In his later years, he loved to sing karaoke, operate his HAM Radio, and practice photography. He was preceded in death by...

Jan 21, 2020

Mr. Elton Powell, 88, of Meldrim, passed away surrounded by his family on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

He was born in Johnson County to the late John Morgan & Tessie Osborne Powell.  He was also preceded in death by two sons, Glen Elton Powell and Eric Powell.  He retired from Stone Container after...