local obituaries

Apr 27, 2025

Rincon – Jo Ann Iamelli North, 79, passed away April 27, 2025 at her residence.

The Ohio native formerly worked in Hotel management for Great American Hotel Group.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Iamelli, Sr. and Genevieve Bishop Iamelli Heinzen and step-father, Paul Heinzen; and husband, Harry Wilbur Henry.

Survivors include...

Apr 24, 2025

Rincon – Sumner Richard "Dick" Moore, 85, passed away April 24, 2025 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

The Ohio native retired from the U.S. Army after 42 years.  He served in Vietnam, Korea, Iran, and Afghanistan, was a Parachute Commander, member of the V.F.W.; and was a proud honorary member of the 1st Ranger Batallion.

He...

Apr 23, 2025

Rincon – Ricky E. Chance, 51, passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at Hospice Savannah.

The Effingham County native was a mechanic, having worked at Hertz and at Southeastern Industrial Equipment. Ricky loved old cars and family. He always greeted people with "Hey Friend".

Survivors include his children, Leila Chance and William Whitlock; parents, Russell...

Apr 23, 2025

Mark Edward Roush, 62, of Meldrim, GA passed away at his home on April 23, 2025.

Mark worked for National Linen for many years.  He loved Jesus and people, and they loved him.  Just a very loving person.  He enjoyed working on a ranch and taking care of the animals.  He is preceded in death by his...

Apr 23, 2025

Rincon – Julia Delane Summers, 79, passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at her home.

The Columbus, GA native was retired from Sears. She was a very active member of Rincon Global Methodist Church and volunteered at the Manna House. Delane was so kind and devoted to her family, friends, and her pets. She was extremely proud...

Apr 22, 2025

Port Wentworth – Mary Margaret Mears aka Midge, passed peacefully into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior on April 22, 2025, at Pruitt Health Seaside in her hometown.

She was born on June 3, 1958, in Savannah and lived her whole life in Port Wentworth.  She was a twin.  She never married and did not...

Apr 21, 2025

Donald Eugene Williams, age 92, of Linden, Michigan, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, April 21, 2025.  He was born on April 6, 1933 in Findlay, Ohio, the son of Clarence Frederic and Iona (May) Williams.  He married Shirley Ann Carter on September 15, 1972.  Donald was in the Navy and a veteran of the Korean War. ...

Apr 21, 2025

Mrs. Dale C. Pritchard, 76, of Midway, Georgia, passed away on Monday, April 21, 2025 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

Dale was born in Savannah, Georgia and had lived in Midway for a number of years.  She was preceded in death by her parents, William Earl Craven, Sr. and Jo Francis Milligan Craven.  She will be remembered by...

Apr 20, 2025

Sergio Hernandez, 43, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025 at Candler Hospital.

Sergio was born in Xalapa Veracruz, Mexico and had lived in Savannah for a number of years.  He was preceded in death by his father, Sergio Enrique Amescua.  He was the owner/operator of SHL Home Improvements and a communicant of Sacred...

Apr 20, 2025

Guyton – Joel Clyde McLaughlin, 67, passed away April 20, 2025 at Memorial Health.

The Laurens County native was a Millwright with Stokes Construction.  He enjoyed fishing, boating, hunting, welding, but most of all spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Fred McLaughlin, Sr.; step-father whom he thought...

Apr 19, 2025

Mildred Seckinger Burgstiner Mildred Seckinger Burgstiner (96) who was lovingly known as "Mama, Mom, and Mema" of Rincon, GA went to her eternal home on April 19, 2025. She passed quietly under Hospice Care in the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Andrea and Jack Herrington. She was born on August 9th, 1928 to Lester and Nora Seckinger of...

Apr 17, 2025

Arnold Wallace Macy, 68, passed away on April 17, 2025, peacefully at home in Pooler, Georgia.  He was born November 21, 1956 in Youngstown, Ohio and was raised in the area.  He was a Navy veteran, dedicated 40+ years as a police officer, and U.S. Government services.  He enjoyed reading, learning, playing tennis, golfing, and history, but his first...

Apr 16, 2025

Mrs. Barbara Blanton Harp, 78, of Canyon, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.

Barbara was born in Glennville, Georgia and moved to Savannah, Georgia during her teenage years, and remained here until 2022.  She spent the last 3 years living in Arlington, Texas and Canyon with her family.  She was preceded in death by her...

Apr 16, 2025

Robert "Darrell" Lindsey Jr., age 61, passed on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. Darrell was born October 17, 1963, in Savannah, GA. He grew up on Talahi Island and graduated from Sol C Johnson High School in 1982. Darrell's dedicated 40-year career at Stone Container (now International Paper) in Port Wentworth included multiple positions and countless friendships throughout the years....

Apr 16, 2025

Casey Barrow; of Guyton, Georgia; passed away suddenly on April 16, 2025. He was born March 14, 1987 to Dennis and Stacie Barrow. He grew up in Effingham County and was a graduate of South Effingham High School. He was the co-owner and operator of Custom Paint and Body.  Early on, he found his first love in life, racing....

Apr 15, 2025

Rincon – Virginia A. Strickland, 79, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at Effingham Care Center.

The Savannah, GA native was a graduate of Herschel V. Jenkins High School and was a member of Bethesda GMC. She had worked as a cosmetologist, co-owner/clerk/butcher at Strickland IGA, clerk/butcher at Thompson's IGA, pharmacy clerk at Rupert Heller's Pharmacy, before...

Apr 14, 2025

Mrs. Mildred Ruth Johnson Dees, 85, of Port Wentworth, Georgia, passed away on Monday, April 14, 2025 at her home.

Mildred was born in Washington County, Georgia and had lived in Port Wentworth for a number of years.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Otis H. Johnson and Ruth Underwood Johnson, as well as her...

Apr 14, 2025

Springfield – Varnie C. Wilson, 89, passed away April 14, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his family.

The Effingham County native was a member of Grace Community Church where he was an Elder and a Sunday School Teacher.  He also taught a men's Bible Study for over 20 years.  He retired from being an Insurance Agent...

Apr 12, 2025

Mr. Ronald James Carney, 72, of Pooler, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at his home.

Ron was preceded in death by three children, Laverne, Adam, and Caroline, three brothers, Danny, Carl, and Roy, as well as two sisters, Debbie and Laverne.  After serving his country in the United States Marines for four years, the...

Apr 11, 2025

Mrs. Linda Camelia Archer Jackson, 77, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025.

Linda was born in Miami, Florida, grew up in Chatham County, and after marrying she split her time between Minnesota and Savannah.  She was preceded in death by her parents, C.W. and Flonnie Archer, as well as a brother, David Archer.  She was an...