local obituaries

Oct 14, 2019

Ann M. Moore

Rincon- Ann M. Moore, 59, died, Monday October 14, 2019 at her home.

The Savannah native had worked as a Corporate supervisor for Huddle House for numerous years. She was a member of Moose Lodge #1550 in Savannah.

She is survived by her husband, John C. Moore, Sr.;...

Oct 14, 2019

Mr. Albert Dean Cannon, 64, of Ellabell, passed away on Monday, October 14, 2019 at his home.

He was born in Chatham County and retired from International Paper.

Survivors include his wife, Sybil H. Cannon; son, Matthew "Mack" Cannon; grandson, Trey Cannon; 10 sisters and brothers.

The visitation will be from 4 until...

Oct 13, 2019

Jorge Sepulveda-Avalos

Rincon- Jorge Sepulveda- Avalos, 65, died Sunday October 13, 2019 at Memorial Health.

The Jalisco, Mexico native was a retired machinist with Temcor. He was a Catholic that dearly loved his grandchildren.

He is survived by his children, Jorge Sepulveda, Jr., Luis Angel Sepulveda, Adrian Sepulveda, Patricia Sepulveda, Blanca...

Oct 13, 2019

Arthur H. Exley

Springfield – Arthur H. Exley, 88, passed away October 13, 2019 at Effingham Hospital.

Born in Clyo, GA to Leon G. and Annie Mae Reiser Exley, he graduated from Effingham Academy in 1948 after they moved to Springfield. Ellen Hinely became his bride in 1952.  Arthur retired from Union Camp/International Paper with...

Oct 12, 2019

Paula Kay Underwood

Rincon- Paula Kay Underwood, 58, passed away Saturday, October 12, 2019 at Effingham Hospital.

The Atlanta native was a homemaker who enjoyed cooking and living life. She had attended One Savior Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hubert & Mildred Gardner; and her sisters, Elaine Riley and...

Oct 12, 2019

Paul E. Turner

Paul E. Turner, 77, died Saturday, October 12, 2019 at Effingham Hospital.

The Florida native was a US Air Force veteran and a retired meat cutter. He enjoyed sports, racing, fishing, reading, and watching grandchildren play sports.

He is survived by his son & daughter-in-law, Brian & Lynn...

Oct 12, 2019

Terrell W. Clayton

Guyton – Terrell W. Clayton, 82, passed away October 12, 2019 at Effingham Hospital.

The Alabama native served in the U.S. Air Force, was a Mason, and retired from Union Camp. He was an avid outdoorsman, loved hunting and fishing, and won the 2003 Seniors Softball World Championship.

He was...

Oct 11, 2019

James T. "Tommy" Carter, age 55, of Bloomingdale, passed away October 11, 2019. A native of Savannah, Tommy was raised in Effingham County and graduated from Effingham High School in 1982.  He worked for over 17 years for Yancey Bros Co., and 17 years for National Gypsum.  He loved hunting and fishing, and he served as a Den leader...

Oct 8, 2019

Patricia H. Anderson, 76, of Pooler, passed away Tuesday, October 8, 2019 at her home.

Ms. Anderson was born in Doerun, Ga. to the late Dillard Lee and Ina Strickland Harris. She graduated from Doerun High School and Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College and was a devoted homemaker.

Ms. Anderson was a longtime member of First...

Oct 7, 2019

Guyton

Mrs. Marsha C. Purifoy, 61, passed away on Monday, October 7, 2019 at Candler Hospital.

Marsha was born in Savannah to the late Sidney E. & Pauline Gordy Coleman.  She was also preceded in death by a sister, Christine Thompson.  She was a member of the Savannah Holy Church of God, and was a...

Oct 7, 2019

Mr. Jimmy "Frog" Morris, 70, of Bloomingdale, passed away on Monday, October 7, 2019 at his home.

Frog was born in Savannah to the late James & Margaret Mary Jenkins Morris.  He was also preceded in death by his wife, Elise Haymans Morris.  He served his country in the United States Army and retired from International Paper....

Oct 4, 2019

Charles E. Patterson, Sr.

Guyton – Charles E. Patterson, Sr., 84, passed away October 4, 2019 at his residence.

The Tennessee native was a member of Guyton United Methodist Church. He was an Electrical Engineer and a Real Estate Developer.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie H. and Ruby Ann...

Oct 3, 2019

Fay V. Kessler

Guyton – Fay V. Kessler, 88, passed away October 3, 2019 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

The Bryan County native was a 1949 graduate of Savannah High School. She worked many years and retired from Savannah Bank and Trust.  She was a past president and longtime member of the Savannah Women's Club and...

Oct 2, 2019

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Garden City

Mr. Bobby C. Murray, 78, passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2019 at Memorial Health University Medical Center surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Waycross, GA to the late Horace C. & Kathleen Sellers Murray.  He was a retired iron worker with Iron Worker's Local 709 and...

Oct 1, 2019

Mrs. Cynthia Virginia Shearouse Phillips, 82, of Pooler, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at her home.

She was born in Miami, Florida and moved to Pooler when she was 2.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Lester and Ernestine Izlar Shearouse.  She retired from Pooler Elementary School after 14 years in the lunchroom...

Oct 1, 2019

Mrs. Margaret G. Atamanchuk, 100, of Pooler, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at The Oaks at Pooler.

She was born in Martin County, NC to the late Robert Henry & Lorena Mae Jackson Gurganus.  She was also preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Micheal S. Atamanchuk.  She was a member of the...

Sep 29, 2019

John Charles Sullivan

Tampa, FL- John Charles Sullivan, age 79, passed away Sunday, September 29, 2019 at his home. John was born August 30, 1940 to Lonnie and Marion Lee Sullivan in Washington D.C., grew up in Eden, GA, and attended Effingham County High School. He served on the U.S.S. Bache and graduated from Georgia...

Sep 29, 2019

Mrs. Gladys M. Gotthardt

Savannah - Mrs. Gladys M. Gotthardt passed away on September 29th, 2019 at Hospice Savannah.

The Jesup, Georgia native dedicated her life to her husband, children, grandchildren, extended family, and close friends. Gladys was married to Frederick Gotthardt Sr for 54 years. They lived in the Savannah area for over 50...

Sep 28, 2019

John Gonsalves

Springfield – John Gonsalves, 59, passed away September 28, 2019 at Effingham Hospital.

The Massachusetts native was a painter.

He is survived by his wife, Sheri Gonsalves; sons, Zack Gonsalves (Lorrie Souders) and John Thomas Gonsalves.

Services will be private.

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home,...

Sep 28, 2019

Mrs. Marjorie Lee Sparks, 78 of Savannah passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2019 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

She was born in Savannah to the late Wilburn and Nellie Rivers Nelms.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, Manfred Sparks, brothers, Drew Nelms and Edward Nelms,  and sister, Nadine Crosby.  She was a homemaker and...