local obituaries

Naomi Ruth Moore

Naomi Ruth Moore

Feb 13, 2020

Naomi Ruth Moore

Rincon- Naomi Ruth Moore, 69, died Thursday, February 13, 2020 at Oceanside Health & Rehab.

The Effingham County native was retired from Gulfstream. She loved making and selling crafts, especially wreaths. She was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Moore; parents, John & Sarah Warren; and brother, Jackie Warren....

Constance Ellis

Constance Ellis

Feb 13, 2020

Ms. Constance Gloria Rawlins Ellis, 70, passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2020 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

She was born in Hazlehurst, GA to the late W. Herman and Fannie Ruth Ward Rawlins.  She was also preceded in death by her brother, Larry Rawlins.  She was a 1968 graduate of Groves High School and loved animals.  She...

Rosalyn Couey Clark

Rosalyn Couey Clark

Feb 13, 2020

Mrs. Rosalyn Couey Clark, 94, of Bloomingdale, passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2020 at The Resorts at Pooler.

She was born in Dublin, GA to the late Robert and Florrie Couey.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, John "Jack" Clark; sisters, Linda Thurman, Reta Whitehead, Christine Methvin and Lynette Adams; brothers, Walter "Buddy"...

Myrtle Marie Hill Cribbs

Myrtle Marie Hill Cribbs

Feb 10, 2020

Myrtle Marie Hill Cribbs,83 completed her journey on this earth on February 10, 2020.

She loved her daughter, grandchildren and great grandchildren with ALL she had. She had lived in the Stilson community for 59 years. She grew up in Meldrim, GA and had been a member of Meldrim Baptist Church for almost 82 years. She was...

Margie Sullivan

Margie Sullivan

Feb 8, 2020

Margie Anderson Sullivan

Springfield- Margie Anderson Sullivan, 82, died Saturday February 8, 2020.

The Effingham County native was a very active member of First Baptist Church of Springfield, where she held various roles.

She retired after over 30 years with the ASCS office in Springfield. She was an active member of...

Melvin Curtis Tanner, Sr.

Melvin Curtis Tanner, Sr.

Feb 8, 2020

Melvin Curtis Tanner, Sr.

Sylvania – Melvin Curtis Tanner, Sr., 68, passed away February 8, 2020 at his residence. Melvin fought a long battle of cancer.

He retired from Effingham County Public works. Then he joined the Local #474 where he took his retirement from there.  Melvin loved hunting and fishing  and spending time with...

Kelly Patrick Singletary

Kelly Patrick Singletary

Feb 7, 2020

Kelly Patrick Singletary, 52, passed away on Friday, February 7, 2020.

Kelly was born in Savannah and was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Boatright Singletary, and a brother, Lee Singletary.  He was a graduate of Groves High School and coached several years at Savannah Christian.  He enjoyed golfing, fishing and watching football.

Survivors...

Daniel Borniger

Daniel Borniger

Feb 6, 2020

Daniel Borniger

Rincon- Daniel Borniger, 45, died Thursday, February 6, 2020.

The Tijuana, Mexico native was a chef at Gulfstream. He coached basketball and soccer, and was very involved with his kids.

He is survived by his children, Santiago Lara, Joaquin Lara, and Valentina Lara; and the mother of his children,...

Carolyn Anne Smith

Carolyn Anne Smith

Feb 3, 2020

Ms. Carolyn Anne Smith "The Cake Lady", 82, of Pooler, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2020 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James Byron & Thelma Macon Long.  She attended Powers Baptist Church.  In addition to baking cakes, she was the proprietor of Tours with Anne. She was a member...

Kathleen Virginia Gillingham Munson Walker

Kathleen Virginia Gillingham Munson Walker

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,...

Jeremy G. Combs

Jeremy G. Combs

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 &...

Lucille Fort Seckinger

Lucille Fort Seckinger

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...

Janet A. Sliker

Janet A. Sliker

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,...

Leatrice Joyce Voigt

Leatrice Joyce Voigt

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...

Jackie Harrelson

Jackie Harrelson

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,...

Ret. Msgt Thomas C. Deemer, Iii Usaf

Ret. Msgt Thomas C. Deemer, Iii Usaf

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...

Eula Mae Belk

Eula Mae Belk

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...

Lennie Curl South

Lennie Curl South

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),...

Bobby Jean Coppage

Bobby Jean Coppage

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...

James R. "Tater" Babb

James R. "Tater" Babb

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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