local obituaries

Nov 24, 2018

Frederick Cyrus Zeigler

Guyton- Frederick Cyrus Zeigler, 87, passed away Saturday, November 24, 2018 at his home under the care of Affinis Hospice of Pooler.

The Effingham County native was born August 14, 1931 to the late Daniel R. & Ida Zeigler. He was a 1948 graduate of Marlow Consolidated High School and...

Nov 23, 2018

Mr. Richard T. Richardson, Jr., 70, of Midway, passed away on Friday, November 23, 2018 at his home.

He was born in Savannah to the late Richard T. Richardson, Sr. & Vera Mae Lane Richardson. He was also preceded in death by several brothers and sisters.  He worked for the highway department from 1966-1969 and was part...

Nov 22, 2018

Charles W. Pearce

Rincon – Charles W. Pearce, 82, passed away November 22, 2018.

He was a native of Chattanooga, TN, born on May 21, 1936. He has lived most of his adult life in Chatham and Effingham County.

He was a member of First Baptist Church of Savannah, served in the United...

Nov 21, 2018

Mrs. Margaret Patrick Weathers, 91, passed away on Wednesday, November 21, 2018 at her home.

She was born in Dooling, GA to the late Pernal Nelson Patrick, Sr. & Pauline Lockerman Patrick. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Hubert C. Weathers.  She was a member of Southwest Baptist Church and retired from the Savannah...

Nov 19, 2018

Mrs. Nan Brewer, age 71 of Savannah, passed away November 19, 2018.  Nan is survived by her husband of over 52 years, Sonny Brewer, of Savannah; daughter, Amy (Donnie) Combs, of Ellabell; son, Jason (Christie) Brewer, of Savannah ; four grandchildren; brother Donald "Duck" (Marilyn) McCord, of Savannah; sister, Christine Ann Morris, of Arizona; many nieces and nephews. The...

Nov 18, 2018

Mrs. Forestine Talley Pierce, 92, of Eldora and formerly of Ellabell, passed away on Sunday, November 18, 2018 at Bryan County Health and Rehab.

She was born in Pisgah, AL to the late Arnold and Ethel Wilson.  She was the former owner/operator of Granny's Kitchen.

Survivors include her children, Faye Griner,  Mickey Talley (Brenda) Linda...

Nov 17, 2018

Donald Eugene Bryant

Eden- Donald (Gene, "Tadpole") Bryant, 78, died Saturday, November 17, 2018 at Ogeechee Area Hospice in Statesboro.

The Savannah native was a member of Black Creek Primitive Baptist Church in Ellabell. He had worked and retired from Union Camp/International Paper for 43 years. He also served as President of Savannah...

Nov 16, 2018

William "Billy" West, age 71, of Bloomingdale, passed away November 16, 2018.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Edgar West, Sr. and Edna Christie West; his son, William S. West, Jr. "Little Billy" and his brothers, Edgar West, Jr. and Robert West.  A Pooler native, Billy was a lifetime member and former Chief Union Steward for IAM...

Nov 15, 2018

Patrick U. Porter

Marlow – Patrick U. Porter, 89, born August 16, 1929 passed away November 15, 2018 at his residence.

The Effingham County native served in the National Guard for 8 years and the Navy Reserves for 8 years. He was a member of Pineora Baptist Church, a Deacon, and sang in the choir. ...

Nov 14, 2018

Lenford Randy Hughes, 61, of Eden, passed away on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at his home.

Randy was born in Savannah to the late Lenford & Doris Hughes.  He was also preceded in death by a brother, Charles Hughes.  He enjoyed riding his motorcycle with friends and was a trucker for 45 years.

Survivors include...

Nov 11, 2018

Jordan Ann Bowers, 10 years old, of Guyton, passed away on Sunday, November 11, 2018 from injuries sustained in an accident.

Jordan was a fourth-grade student at Marlow Elementary and attended Rincon First Christian Church.  In addition to being a big helper, she enjoyed fishing, hunting, playing softball and soccer.  She was preceded in death by a...

Nov 9, 2018

Doris Marie Hodges McCorkle

Springfield – Doris Marie Hodges McCorkle, 92, passed away November 9, 2018 at Effingham Care Center.

The Florida native was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her parents, Burlie and Ethel Eunice Avery Hodges; and husband, Charles Atwell McCorkle, Sr.

Survivors include her children, Harriet Leibfried, Charles...

Nov 9, 2018

O'Neill E. Zipperer

Rincon- O'Neill E. Zipperer, 82, passed away November 9, 2018 at Memorial Health.

The Effingham County native was co-owner of B & Z Insulation for 38 years. He was a lifelong member of Bethesda United Methodist Church, where he had held numerous positions.

Survivors include his daughters, Karen...

Nov 8, 2018

Mrs. Mary Ethel Klein, 86, of Pooler, passed away on Thursday, November 8, 2018 at Hospice Savannah.

She was born in Charleston, SC to the late William & Nellie Bean.  She was also preceded in death by a son, Fred Klein, granddaughter, Jennifer Klein, and her brothers, Joe, Tommy and Billy Bean.  She was a communicant of...

Nov 8, 2018

Mrs. Mary Frances Whitten, 91, of Bloomingdale, passed away on Thursday, November 8, 2018 at her home.

She was born in Statesboro to the late Toy & Lillie Pearl Joiner.  She was also preceded in death by a sister, Betty Joiner, and brothers, Johnny Bruce Joiner.  She was a member of Ash Street Baptist Church, she enjoyed...

Nov 7, 2018

Edra Zipperer Pierce

Guyton – Edra Zipperer Pierce, 85, passed away November 7, 2018 at Candler Hospital.

Edra was the daughter of the late Julius C. and Bessie Nease Zipperer, she was also preceded by her husband of 64 years, Bernard C. Pierce, Jr.; sister, Eunice Z. Ambrose; and brother Howard N. Zipperer.

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Nov 6, 2018

Mary Ann Edwards Davis

Clyo – Mary Ann Edwards Davis, 84, passed away November 6, 2018 at Effingham Hospital.

The Effingham County native was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her parents, Oscar Almon and Nonie Gertrude Ambrose Edwards; son, R.L. Davis; and grandsons, Harley Davis and Christopher Davis.

Survivors include...

Nov 6, 2018

Mrs. Carol Slaughter, 74, a long-time resident of Savannah, passed away on Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at Candler Hospital.

She was born in Macon to the late Leroy & Julia Taylor.  She was also preceded in death by a sister, Henrey Ann Flowers.

Survivors include her husband, Johnnie S. Slaughter; son, Johnny C. Slaughter and...

Nov 4, 2018

Harry W. Henry

Rincon- Harry W. Henry, 75, passed away Sunday, November 4, 2018 at his home.

The Woodstock, Ohio native was a hotel auditor with Holiday Inn Express in Port Wentworth. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, the outdoors, tinkering, and his grandkids.

Survivors include his wife, Joann North; children, Denise Barnes...

Nov 4, 2018

Lynwood Long

Rincon – Lynwood Long, 79, passed away November 4, 2018 at Memorial Health.

The Effingham County native was a member of Turkey Branch Baptist Church where he had served as a Deacon, sang in the choir, and served as Sunday School Superintendent.  He retired from C.S.X. Railroad after 40 years and then worked...