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Norma Curtis Christian

Norma Curtis Christian

Sep 27, 2019

Norma E. Curtis-Christian

Clyo- Norma E. Curtis-Christian, 60 died Friday, September 27, 2019 at Memorial Health.

The Elsworth, Maine native was retired from Walmart and was a member of Corinth Baptist Church. She had a giving heart and loved to make homemade jewelry.

She is survived by her husband, Randy Christian;...

Donald Snipes

Donald Snipes

Sep 26, 2019

Donald Snipes

Clyo- Donald Snipes, 72, passed away Thursday, September 26, 2019 at Memorial Health.

The Savannah, GA native was retired from Dixie Crystal Sugar Refinery. He served in the US Army during the Vietnam era and was a member of Mizpah United Methodist Church and Frank F. Baker Masonic Lodge. Donald loved...

Cora Lee Spikes Garrett

Cora Lee Spikes Garrett

Sep 25, 2019

Cora Lee Spikes Garrett

Guyton – Cora Lee Spikes Garrett, 87, passed away September 25, 2019 after a long illness.

She was a faithful member of Pineora Holy Church of God and a homemaker.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert Franklin Garrett; parents, Herod and Kate Spikes; son-in-law, Jack Peters;...

Carol Harrison Cawhern

Carol Harrison Cawhern

Sep 24, 2019

Carol Harrison Cawhern

Rincon- Carol Harrison Cawhern, 65, died Tuesday, September 24, 2019.

The Jesup, GA native was a 1960's hippie.

She is survived by daughter, Elizabeth Romanow; sister, Celeste Drescher; aunt, Indy Wilson (Lee); and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Services will be private.

Thomas...

Debra Ann Reisner

Debra Ann Reisner

Sep 21, 2019

Debra A. Reisner

Rincon – Debra A. Reisner, 49, died Saturday, September 21, 2019.

The St. Louis, MO native was a homemaker.

She is survived by her husband, Tim Reisner; two sons, T.J. Reisner (Elena) and Jeremy Reisner; two granddaughters, Bella and Lily Reisner; parents, Tom & Pat Roy; sister, Sandy...

George H. Ambrose

George H. Ambrose

Sep 21, 2019

George H. Ambrose

Rincon – George H. Ambrose, 86, passed away, Saturday, September 21, 2019 at his residence.

George was born February 2, 1933 in Effingham County, served in the National Guard, and retired from Union Camp.  He enjoyed gardening, fishing, woodworking, and spending time with his family.  He was preceded in death by his...

Howard T. Pharis

Howard T. Pharis

Sep 21, 2019

Howard T. Pharis

Rincon – Howard T. Pharis, 91, passed away September 21, 2019 at Memorial Health.

The Effingham County native was a member of First Baptist Church of Rincon and the Sojourner's Sunday School Class. He retired from Union Camp and the National Guard.

He was preceded in death by his parents,...

James Ronald Crews

James Ronald Crews

Sep 18, 2019

James Ronald Crews

Rincon- James Ronald Crews, 70, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at Effingham Care Center under the care of Arcadia Hospice.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James & Pauline Crews.

Surviving Ron are his wife of 44 years, Linda Todd Crews; his sons, Mark...

Clifton Wilbur "Clif" Coto

Clifton Wilbur "Clif" Coto

Sep 14, 2019

Clifton Wilbur "Clif" Coto

Brooklet – Clifton Wilbur "Clif" Coto, 77, passed away September 14, 2019 at Memorial Health.

The Massachusetts native served in the U.S. Navy, was a cabinet maker, loved woodworking, and his dogs, especially, Buddy,

He was preceded in death by his parents, Wilbur Clifton Coto and Jennie E. Thomas...

Sheron A. Lefebvre

Sheron A. Lefebvre

Sep 13, 2019

Sheron A. Lefebvre, 63, of Pooler, passed away on Friday, September 13, 2019.  Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Homes - West Chatham Chapel

Delacy W. Trowell, Jr.

Delacy W. Trowell, Jr.

Sep 13, 2019

Delacy W. Trowell, Jr.

Clyo – Delacy W. Trowell, Jr., passed away September 13, 2019.

DeLacy is an U.S. Air Force Veteran and retired from Union Camp. He was preceded in death by his wife, Myrna Arnsdorff Trowell.

He is survived by his children, Cheryl Pannal, Gregg Trowell, and Brian Trowell their spouses,...

Latrelle Pevey

Latrelle Pevey

Sep 13, 2019

LaTrelle Pevey

Springfield- LaTrelle Pevey, 70, died, Friday, September 13, 2019 at her home. She was born November 9, 1948 to Lolo Mae and Ernie Yarbrough.

A native of Effingham County, LaTrelle was a 1966 graduate of Effingham County High School where she was a cheerleader and held the title of homecoming queen....

Horace L. Parker, Jr.

Horace L. Parker, Jr.

Sep 13, 2019

Horace L. Parker, Jr., 82, of Guyton, passed away on Friday, September 13, 2019 at Memorial Health University Medical Center.

He was born in Sylvania, GA on October 20, 1936 to Beatrice Bazemore & Horace L. Parker, Sr.  He married the love of his life, Joyce, on August 9, 1958.  Together they raised three children, Tony, Paula...

Rev. Edward Cadle

Rev. Edward Cadle

Sep 12, 2019

Rev. Edward Cadle

Guyton- Rev. Edward Cadle, 96, passed away September 12, 2019 at his residence after a long illness joining his wife of 74 years in heaven with Jesus which is where he longed to be.

The Hepzibah, GA native was a member of Garden City United Methodist Church where he taught...

Robert Wayne Carson

Robert Wayne Carson

Sep 12, 2019

Robert Wayne Carson

Rincon – Robert Wayne Carson, 68, died suddenly on September 12, 2019.

The Pennsylvania native was a former EMT/Paramedic and district coordinator and instructor for AARP driver safety. He was preceded in death by his parents, Warren Harding Carson and Shirley Jean College Carson; and his sister, Jackie Pensyl.

Survivors...

Larry T. Moore

Larry T. Moore

Sep 11, 2019

Larry T. Moore

Rincon- Larry T. Moore, 71, died Wednesday, September 11, 2019 at his home.

The Vidalia native was retired from the 165 th Georgia Air National Guard. He was a US Air Force Vietnam War Veteran. Larry was also co-owner of Backwater Expeditions.

He is survived by his wife,...

Jennifer Morgan Campbell

Jennifer Morgan Campbell

Sep 9, 2019

Jennifer Morgan Campbell, 45, of Eden, passed away on Monday, September 9, 2019.

She was born in Savannah and was employed at Roebling Road Raceway and CCS Motorsports.  She had a passion for racing and fishing as well as being an avid gardener.

Survivors include her husband, Hank Campbell, Jr.; children, Gregory Reese, Morgan Campbell,...

Mark Alan Gresham

Mark Alan Gresham

Sep 9, 2019

It is with tremendous sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Mark Gresham on Monday, September 9th, 2019 at his home in Meldrim, Georgia. Mark is survived by his mother, Ruth Gresham, and leaves his dear wife Cherie Gresham, son Joshua Gresham, daughter Chrissy Collins, and grandson Tyler Collins. Born and raised in Savannah, Georgia, Mark was a...

Jacky D. Taylor

Jacky D. Taylor

Sep 8, 2019

Jacky D. Taylor

Guyton- Jacky D. Taylor, 74, passed away Sunday September 8, 2019 at his home.

Mr. Taylor was born July 5, 1945 in Guyton, GA to Charles Taylor and Mary Doyle Taylor. He graduated from Effingham County High School in 1964. He retired from International Paper in Savannah in 2007 after...

Alexander (Bubba) Shiell, Jr.

Alexander (Bubba) Shiell, Jr.

Sep 7, 2019

Mr. Alexander (Bubba) Shiell Jr. passed away on September 7 th , 2019 at his home in Guyton, Ga after an extended and courageous battle with throat cancer.  He was surrounded by his loving wife and four children.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alexander G. Shiell Sr. and Vera Strickland Shiell of Savannah; and...

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