local obituaries

Aug 3, 2019

Mrs. Lois T. Fortner, age 88, of Statesboro, passed away August 3, 2019.  Known to everyone as "Sister" she drove a school bus for Chatham County Schools for over 35 years, and she was a long-time member of Silk Hope Baptist Church.  She was preceded in death by two husbands, Ernest A. Tyson and Herbert B. Fortner, and two...

Aug 1, 2019

William Burchett Jr., 55, of Stafford, VA, passed away on Thursday, August 1, at 11 a.m.

Bill departed in peace after a long battle with cancer, and will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Candy Burchett; children, Sam and Jacob Burchett. He will also be dearly missed by his mother, Jo-Ann Burchett; sister Anita Durham; nieces Jessica...

Jul 31, 2019

Inez Cadle

Guyton- Inez Cadle, 98, passed away July 31, 2019 at her residence after a long illness.

The Toccoa, GA native was a member of Garden City United Methodist Church. She was instrumental in the ministry of her husband, Rev. Edward Cadle. She was a x-ray and lab technician during World War...

Jul 28, 2019

Virginia Elkins Exley

Guyton – Virginia Elkins Exley, 80, passed away July 28, 2019 surrounded by her children and husband.  Her strong will to live, faith in God, and love of her family and friends got her through an 8 month battle with cancer.

The Effingham County native was a homemaker. She was preceded in...

Jul 28, 2019

Melba Dickerson Coats

Guyton – Melba Dickerson Coats, 76, passed away July 28, 2019 at Pruitt Health.

The Chatham County native was a caregiver and a homemaker. She volunteered with the U.S.O. and the Treutlen House.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Herbert Dickerson and Lucille Screen; son, Bryant Roy Coats;...

Jul 27, 2019

Linda Gayle Alls Carter

Rincon – Linda Gayle Alls Carter, 70, passed away July 27, 2019 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

The Virginia native loved taking care of children and adored the name of "Meme". She loved her family, enjoyed reading, and watching Dr. Phil.  She was a former hairdresser and worked many years for Scentura...

Jul 27, 2019

Mrs. Margaret V. Harden, 90, passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2019 at Memorial Health University Medical Center.

She was born in Midville to the late Walter K. & Ollie Lawson Brown.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, Kimbell Harden; daughters, Mary Harden, Kim Harden and Cindy Harden.  She was a homemaker, seamstress, and...

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...