local obituaries

Jul 26, 2019

Mrs. Annette Turner, 79, of Bloomingdale, passed away on Friday, July 26, 2019 at her home.

She was born in Claxton and was preceded in death by her husband, Franklin D. Turner.  She was a member of Silk Hope United Methodist Church, was an animal lover and a homemaker.

Survivors include three daughters and sons-in-law,...

Jul 23, 2019

Mr. Robert Glenn Lane, Jr., 93, passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

He was born in Charlotte, NC to the late Robert Glenn Lane, Sr. and Erma Lane.  He was also preceded in death by his wife of 51 years, Peggie Barefield Lane.  He served his country in the U.S. Air Force...

Jul 23, 2019

Sheila L. Johnson, 45, of Guyton, passed away suddenly at the University Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana on Tuesday, July 23, 2019.  Sheila and her husband were in New Orleans celebrating 27 years of marriage.

She was born in Waycross, GA and was preceded in death by her mother, Patricia Ann Lloyd Sheffield.  Sheila was a...

Jul 22, 2019

Guyton - Mr. Gary Allen Brumlow, 56, passed away on July 22 at Candler Hospital.

Gary was that man that appreciated the simple things in life.  He loved his family and friends and truly enjoyed those times by the fire, on the tail gate or on the river bank.  Gary has touched so many people in his...

Jul 22, 2019

Sandra Karen Patterson Schofield

Rincon – Sandra Karen Patterson Schofield, 59, passed away July 22, 2019 at her residence after a short battle with cancer.

The Colorado native was employed at Wilson and Kessler for many years. She was a loving wife and great mother.  She was preceded in death by her father, Clarence Lee...

Jul 20, 2019

Mrs. Earline E. Purifoy, age 91, of Savannah, passed away peacefully at home after a long illness in the presence of family and her devoted sitters.  She had been longing to be with Jesus and join the love of her life, Jack, in Heaven.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jack G. Purifoy, her...

Jul 20, 2019

Christopher D. Miller

Guyton- Chris Miller, 35, died Saturday, July 20, 2019 at Memorial Health.

The Effingham County native was a U.S. Air Force combat veteran, having served in Afganistan. He was employed at Gulfstream and loved his family, friends, and the outdoors.

He is survived by his parents, Timothy and...

Jul 19, 2019

Brandon Smith

Rincon- Brandon DeWayne Smith, 34, died Friday, July 19, 2019 from a sudden illness.

The Effingham County native was a hard working roofer who loved riding dirt bikes and had a passion for cooking. He was a very positive and optimistic person who loved everyone and had no enemies. He loved...

Jul 18, 2019

Reba Kirkland

Springfield- Reba Kirkland, 88, died on Thursday, July 18, 2019.

Born in Emanuel County, Reba grew up in Coffee County, moved to Chatham County in 1955 and relocated to Effingham County in 1991.

She retired from Walmart in 2007 after 21 years and was a member of The Baptist...

Jul 18, 2019

Laucy Claudine Dugger Arnsdorff

Springfield – Laucy Claudine Dugger Arnsdorff, 90, passed away July 18, 2019 at St. Joseph's Hospital, Savannah, GA.

The Effingham County native was a member of Springfield United Methodist Church, former Sunday School Teacher, and past president of the U.M.W.  She and her husband, George served in U.M.C. Lay Witness Missions...

Jul 14, 2019

WILMA A. BLACK HELMEY

Jefferson, OR – Wilma A. Black Helmey, 93, passed away July 14, 2019.

She was born March 10 1926 in Glenville, Minnesota to Harry and Nellie Black and graduated from Albert Lea High School in 1944. She worked for 26 years at Citizens State Bank of Glenville, Minnesota. After...

Jul 12, 2019

Brenda Gayle Edwards Reece

Guyton – Brenda Gayle Edwards Reece, 68, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2019 at her residence.

She was born August 23, 1950 in Savannah, GA to Charles and Mary Wilson Edwards whom preceded her.

She was a graduate of Groves High School and Surry Community College. She worked...

Jul 9, 2019

Peggy S. Pentecost

Rincon – Peggy S. Pentecost, 59, passed away July 9, 2019 at Memorial Health.

The Chatham County native was a homemaker. She loved her family and especially her grandchildren, loved her dogs, loved God, and being at home.  She was a tough and opinionated woman.

Survivors include her husband, Melvin...

Jul 9, 2019

Cheryl A. Perkins

Guyton- Cheryl Ann Perkins, 60, died Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at her residence.

The Norfolk, VA native had been a service manager at Springfield Ford for 28 years. She loved working in her yard and enjoying her family, especially her grandchildren.

She is survived by her two sons,...

Jul 8, 2019

Mr. Bobby L. Hall, 66, of Bloomingdale, passed away on Monday, July 8, 2019 at his home.

He was born in Waynesboro, GA to the late Earnest Hall & Irene Cheeks Deloach.  He was also preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Jean Ray Hall, his daughter, Lewana Hall and his sister, Rachel Hall.  He attended MorningStar...

Jul 7, 2019

Mr. Talmadge Royal, 84, of Ellabell, passed away on Sunday, July 7, 2019 at his home.

He was born in Register, GA to the late John & Zellie Brown Royal.  He was also preceded in death by wives, Virginia McCullough Royal, Linda Bragg Royal and Jewell Rewis Royal; two sisters, Louise Royal and Leona Brown, and a...

Jul 6, 2019

Pastor Ronald G. Smith, Sr.

Beaufort, SC – Pastor Ronald G. Smith, Sr., 77, passed away July 6, 2019 at Beaufort Memorial Hospital.

The Tennessee native graduated from Lenior Rhyne University and Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary.  He served the following churches,  St. Andrews in Plains, GA, Christ Lutheran Church in Cullman, AL, Gloria Dei in...

Jul 6, 2019

William R. Luepkes, 84, of Racine, WI, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, July 6, 2019.  Bill was born in Lake Geneva, WI on June 28, 1935 to Richard and Mildred Yahnke Luepkes.  Bill was a professional engineer and a proud veteran of the United States Air Force.  Bill married his greatest love Shirley...

Jul 6, 2019

Graham Sutherland

Rincon- Graham Sutherland, 71, died Saturday, July 6, 2019 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

The Capetown, South Africa native was a proud US Air Force Vietnam veteran. He loved to read, play golf, and explore nature. He also loved working at Lost Plantation Golf Course and gathering with family and friends.

Jul 5, 2019

Evelyn C. Groby

Beaufort, SC- Evelyn C. Groby, 91, died July 5, 2019 at Beaufort Memorial Hospital.

The Savannah, GA native was a former member of New Providence Baptist Church in Guyton and Mount Calvary Baptist Church in Cochran. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mark Groby, Jr.

She...