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Marie Lucy Matera Brown
Nov 12, 2019
Marie Lucy Matera Brown
Rincon, GA– Marie Lucy Matera Brown, 89, passed away November 12, 2019 at her daughter's residence.
She was a previous resident of Sparta, New Jersey and New Smyrna Beach, FL, before moving to  Rincon, GA.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Carmella Campanello Matera; brother,...
Imelda K. Medlin
Nov 10, 2019
Mrs. Imelda K. Medlin, age 80, of Guyton, passed away November 10, 2019. Imelda was preceded in death by a grandson, Kyle Turansky. She is survived by her husband of over 63 years, Wayland R. Medlin, of Guyton; daughters, Debra (Stephen) Cope, of TN, Teresa (David) Turansky, of Warner Robins, Patricia (Tony) Carter, of Guyton; son, Richard Medlin of...
Mary Lou Robinson
Nov 9, 2019
Mrs. Mary Lou Robinson, 58, of Bloomingdale, passed away on Saturday, November 9, 2019 at her home.
She was born in Canton, Ohio and was preceded in death by her mother, Betty Lou Smith Cowart, and a sister, Gertrude Neumans. She was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed, fishing, canoeing and watching football.
Survivors include...
Charles Henry Monroe, Jr.
Nov 8, 2019
Charles Henry Monroe, Jr.
Guyton – Charles Henry Monroe, Jr., 87 passed away November 8, 2019 at Candler Hospital.
The Chatham County native was a member of Jerusalem Lutheran Church, served in the U.S. Marines during the Korean Conflict, and was a member of the D.A.V.
He was preceded in death by his...
Ernest C. "Ernie" Fowler
Nov 6, 2019
Mr. Ernest C. "Ernie" Fowler, age 72, of Pooler, passed away November 6, 2019. Ernie is survived by his wife of over 46 years, Maggie Fowler, of Pooler; sisters, Kathryn, Margie, and Peggy; many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Sunday evening 7-8 PM at Thomas C. Strickland & Sons – West Chatham Chapel with a memorial...
Sue Holloway
Nov 6, 2019
Mrs. Sue Holloway, 80, of Ellabell, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at her home.
She was born in Sulligent, Alabama to the late Jetty Eugene and Luther Pauline Nichols Knight. She was a member of the Ellabell Church of Christ, was a homemaker and enjoyed photography.
Survivors include her husband, Joseph Holloway, Sr.;...
Joseph John Hambor, Jr.
Nov 6, 2019
GYSGT (RET) Joseph John Hambor, Jr. of The Villages, Florida and formerly of Pooler, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at Villages Regional Hospital.
He was born in Philadelphia, PA to the late Joseph John & Doris E. Hampton Hambor. He served his country during three tours of Vietnam and retired from the United States Marine...
William Clate Mcclelland
Nov 6, 2019
Mr. William Clate McClelland, 70, of Bloomingdale, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at Hospice Savannah.
William was born in Guyton, GA to the late Pernell McClelland, Jr. and Eva Fail McClelland. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Ernestine Dunaway McClelland. He was a retired truck driver and enjoyed playing Bingo and Poker...
Ethlyn Curtiss
Nov 4, 2019
On Monday, November 4th, 2019, Ethlyn Zipperer Curtiss, 92, passed away from Alzheimer's peacefully at her home with her husband and daughter by her side.
Ethlyn will be forever remembered by her husband of 71 years, Robert Curtiss, her children, Mark Curtiss (Lorie) of Pawleys Island, SC, and daughter Barbara Curtiss of Evans. Ethlyn was recently preceded...
Clinton F. "Pete" Warren
Nov 1, 2019
Clinton F. "Pete" Warren, age 72, of Bloomingdale, passed away November 1, 2019. Pete was a family man who loved spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He also enjoyed camping and fishing with family and freinds. He was preceded in death by his parents, Etheline T. Sapp and Harold H. Sapp. He is survived by his wife of...
Christina Lynn Milligan Krall
Oct 31, 2019
Christina Lynn Milligan Krall, 54, born in Panama City, Florida on May 24,1965, passed away of natural causes at her home in Rincon, Georgia on Thursday, October 31st, 2019.
She is survived by her brother, Michael Milligan of Hanahan, South Carolina, sister, Donna Milligan, maternal Aunt Katherine Schulken Oakley, James Island, South Carolina, maternal...
Charles "Willie" White
Oct 30, 2019
Mr. Charles "Willie" White, 83, of Bloomingdale, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at his home.
He was born in Chico, Texas to the late John Carroll & Albert Mae Brooks White. He was also preceded in death by two sisters, Virginia Yarbrough and Sally Margaret Hardee. He retired from J.N. Thompson Construction Company and was...
Roy Eugene Malphus
Oct 29, 2019
Roy Eugene Malphus
Springfield – Roy Eugene Malphus, 78, passed away October 29, 2019 at his residence.
The Effingham County native was a retired machine operator with Effingham County. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Missy Usher.
Survivors include his wife, Ruth Malphus; daughter, Mindy Tebeau (Patrick); step-children, Brenda Coursey, Lynwood...
Robert W. Meinen
Oct 29, 2019
Staff Sgt. Robert W. Meinen (Retired), 86, passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2019.
He was born in Chicago, IL to the late Walter H. & Anna Kafa Meinen. He retired from the United States Army as well as Great Dane. He was a Mason with the Richard T. Turner Masonic Lodge and was a member of...
James Paul Eason
Oct 29, 2019
James Paul Eason
Rincon- James Paul Eason, 79, died Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at Pruitt Health Seaside.
The Savannah native was a retired mechanic and a member of Abundant Life Church. Paul loved racing and camping. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe & Irene Eason; brother, Ervin Eason; and sisters,...
Freddie Griffin
Oct 27, 2019
Eldred F. (Freddie) Griffin, Jr., 80, of Savannah, Georgia passed away on Sunday, October 27 th after a long illness.
He was the son of the late Eldred Frederick Griffin, Sr. and Elizabeth Pearson Griffin, and the stepson of Ella Mae Sowell Griffin. Freddie was born in Savannah and lived there as well as Effingham County during...
Margaret Therese Spencer Warren Rahn
Oct 26, 2019
Savannah
Margaret Therese Spencer Warren Rahn, 94, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and friend went home to the Lord on Saturday, October 26, 2019. Margaret was a wonderful woman that was loved, is missed, and will always be cherished.
Margaret was born May 11, 1925 in Prince Edward County, Virginia to Clarence and Inez  Spencer. ...
Mona Collins
Oct 23, 2019
Ms. Mona Collins, age 52, of Pooler, passed away October 23, 2019. Â Mona was a loving mother, daughter, and sister who loved to laugh and was a friend to so many. She was an animal lover and artist who loved to travel and to spend time at the beach. She received her Bachelor's of Science in Nursing from Armstrong...
Roger Butler
Oct 22, 2019
MSG(R) Â Roger Butler, 65, of Stilson, passed away on Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at Ogeechee Area Hospice in Statesboro.
Roger was born in Savannah and was preceded in death by his father, Paul Butler, his step-father, Vance Murphy, and his brother, Paul Butler, Jr. He retired with over 42 years of service from Civil Service and the...
Earl Jason Hefferon
Oct 22, 2019
Earl Jason Hefferon
Springfield- Earl Jason Hefferon, 39, died Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at Effingham Hospital.
The Effingham County native was a certified HVAC technician and was a graduate of Effingham County High School, where he played soccer and football.
He is survived by his daughter, Kayla Hefferon; father, Earl Hefferon;...
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