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Novella Jane Hughes

Novella Jane Hughes

May 18, 2020

Novella Jane Hughes, 72, was given her angel wings on May 18, 2020.  She spent her last hours at home surrounded by her loving family.

Jane was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico on September 2, 1947 to parents, Arthur D. Sumner and Novella Brannon.

She was married to the love of her life, Joseph...

Sarah Maxine (Mcbride) Sego

Sarah Maxine (Mcbride) Sego

May 17, 2020

Sarah Maxine (McBride) Sego, age 56 passed away on Sunday, May 17 th at her home in Bloomingdale, GA. Maxine was born in Statesboro to the late Charles Wilbur McBride, Sr., and Lillian (Waters) McBride.

She is survived by her husband of 34 years, Michael Sego; children, Kandice Sego of Savannah, GA.; Michael Sego Jr. (daughter-in-law Abby)...

Duane L. Hartenhoff, Jr.

Duane L. Hartenhoff, Jr.

May 15, 2020

Mr. Duane L. Hartenhoff, Jr. age 67, of Rincon, passed away may 15, 2020.  Duane was retired from Georgia Air National Guard after 24 years of service. He is survived by his wife of over 41 years, Janice Hartenhoff, of Rincon; daughters, Tammy Mills, of Rincon; Jennifer (Anthony) Cucurullo, of Port Wentworth; Lisa (Kevin) Forbes, of Rincon; son, Duane...

Ralph Leon Phillips

Ralph Leon Phillips

May 13, 2020

Sgt. First Class Ralph Leon Phillips, 88, of Pooler, passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2020 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

He was born in Fleming, GA to the late Rufus Lester & Edel Gill Phillips.  He was also preceded in death by his wife, Cynthia Virginia Shearouse Phillips.  He retired after 21 years of service to his...

Elaine Eason Hartlaub

Elaine Eason Hartlaub

May 12, 2020

Elizabeth Elaine Eason Hartlaub, 51, died Tuesday, May 12, 2020 at her home.

The Effingham County native loved camping and spending time with her family. She was predeceased by her son, Paul Jarrett Hartlaub and her father, Paul Eason.

She is survived by her husband, Kevin Hartlaub; children, Sarah Hartlaub, Austin Hartlaub, and Wyatt Hartlaub;...

Roger Dillon

Roger Dillon

May 11, 2020

Mr. Roger Dillon, age 61, of Bloomingdale, passed away May 11, 2020.

He will be missed by many. Roger had a way of letting everyone know he cared about you and many felt like he was a good person to just sit around and have a talk anytime. He was a unique, independent free spirit who marched...

Dorothy Hodges Hamilton

Dorothy Hodges Hamilton

May 8, 2020

Dorothy Hodges Hamilton

Springfield – Dorothy Hodges Hamilton, 77, passed away May 8, 2020 at her residence.

The Effingham County native graduated from E.C.H.S. in 1960. She was a member of Corinth Baptist Church, where she had served as the church clerk and was a member of the Clyo Homemakers. She retired from Bell South,...

Wade C. Crawford

Wade C. Crawford

May 7, 2020

Mr. Wade C. Crawford, 67, of Pooler, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2020 at his home.

He was born in Charleston, SC to the late Orval & Farrell Crawford.  He was also preceded in death by a son, Kevin Crawford and a brother, Wayne Crawford.  He served his country in the U.S. Marines and had been...

Carlton Donald Hinely

Carlton Donald Hinely

May 7, 2020

Mr. Carlton Donald Hinely, 85, of Port Wentworth, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2020 at his home.

He was born in Savannah to the late Theo H. & Myra Hammock Hinely.  He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Port Wentworth where he had served as a Deacon and had taught Sunday School.  He...

Edith "Tuffy" Morris

Edith "Tuffy" Morris

May 4, 2020

Edith "Tuffy" Morris

Edith "TUFFY" Morris, 71 died peacefully at her home surrounded by family on Monday May 4, 2020.

She was preceded in death by her parents Vasco F. Wetherington and Lucille S. Wetherington; and brother, James "Jim" Wetherington.

She was born on May 11, 1948 in Savannah, GA. She grew up...

Ruth Dickerson

Ruth Dickerson

May 3, 2020

Ruth Dickerson

Jesup – Ruth Dickerson, 89, died Sunday, May 3, 2020 at Cotton Grove Estate.

The Henderson, NC native was a member of North Salem Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday School for over 30 years and was a member of Young @ Heart. Her passion was being a devoted wife, mother...

Robert M. "Bob" Rose

Robert M. "Bob" Rose

May 2, 2020

Robert M. "Bob" Rose, age 72, of Pooler, passed away May 2, 2020. Service arrangements pending.

William Leamon Riner

William Leamon Riner

May 1, 2020

Mr. William Leamon Riner, 80, of Sylvania, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2020 at his home.

He was born in Emanuel County to the late Ralph & Madie Lamb Riner.  He was also preceded in death by his sister, Willene Calhoun.  He served his country in the Air Force/National Guard and enjoyed fishing.  He was a...

Elouise M. Cela

Elouise M. Cela

May 1, 2020

Mrs. Elouise M. Cela, 82, of Garden City, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2020.

She was born in Chatham County to the late James Gilbert & Minnie Bashlor.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, John Gaetano Cela, and her son, Ricky Cela.  She was a member of Woodlawn Baptist Church, attended Garden City...

Mary Margaret Kight Turner

Mary Margaret Kight Turner

May 1, 2020

Mary Margaret Kight Turner

Guyton – Mary Margaret Kight Turner, 90, passed away May 1, 2020 at Station Exchange in Richmond Hill.

Mrs. Turner was a longtime member of Rincon United Methodist Church and presently a member of Pineora Baptist Church.

Mrs. Turner was preceded in death by her parents, James Henry and...

Laverne Augustine Carter

Laverne Augustine Carter

Apr 30, 2020

Mrs. Frances LaVerne Augustine Carter, 97, of Port Wentworth, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2020 at the Oaks in Pooler.

She was born in Savannah to the late William Farrell & Frances Veidier Augustine.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, David Jefferson Carter, a son, David Lee Carter, and her brother and sister-in-law,...

Sandra Roach

Sandra Roach

Apr 30, 2020

Sandra Louise Adams Roach, 70, of Pooler, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2020 at her home surrounded by her family.

She was born in Savannah to the late Robert Hughes and Ethel Louise Kessler Adams.  She was an active member of Alpha United Methodist Church where she had been involved with the youth and Backpack Buddies. ...

Susan "Little Granny" Hammond

Susan "Little Granny" Hammond

Apr 30, 2020

Ms. Susan "Little Granny" Hammond, entered Heaven's Gates Thursday, April 30, 2020 at the age of 65.

Susan was passionate about her family. Her son, Ivy Edward Driggers, "Eddie" of Brunswick and daughter, Tina Dasher of Rincon will forever hold tight to the values instilled by the love, support and sacrifice of their single mother who had...

Carolyn Morgan Edwards

Carolyn Morgan Edwards

Apr 30, 2020

Carolyn Morgan Edwards

Springfield – Carolyn Morgan Edwards, 79, passed away April 30, 2020 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.

The Effingham County native was a member of Corinth Baptist Church and retired from Effingham Hospital after 34 years. She lived a happy life and fought hard until the end. She was preceded...

Jan Griner

Jan Griner

Apr 29, 2020

Mary Jeannette Griner "Aunt Jan", 67, of Ellabell, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2020.

She was born in Savannah to the late Martin Eldridge & Edith J. Mercer Griner.  She was also preceded in death by her sister, Ann Sherrod.  She grew up in Pooler and was a 1970 graduate of Groves High School, and later...

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