local obituaries

May 20, 2018

Walter Louis Walz, Jr.

Guyton – Walter Louis Walz, Jr., 57, passed away May 20, 2018 at his residence.

The Chatham County native served in the U.S. Marines in Beirut and Grenada. He formerly worked at EMD Chemicals and International Paper.  He was a member of Compassion Christian Church.

He was preceded in...

May 20, 2018

Larry L. Sherwood

Rincon- Larry L. Sherwood, 75, died Sunday, May 20, 2018 at Memorial Health.

He was born in Union City, PA and raised in Lake Co., Ohio. He was a US Army veteran before moving his family to Rincon in 1976. Larry retired from Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation after 38 years.  Larry...

May 19, 2018

Mabel Oglesby Tucker, 81, passed on into eternal rest on May 19, 2018, surrounded by family and her dear friend Louise. She was born April 5, 1937, to Felton and Avo Oglesby in Portal, Georgia. She was one of ten children and is survived by her sister Bonnie Cowart and her husband Bill.

Mabel was married to...

May 17, 2018

Mr. Carlos Rayas Gutierrez, 71, of Savannah, passed away on Thursday, May 17, 2018 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

He was born in Mexico City and is survived by two children, Juan Rayas and Gabriela Rayas.

The viewing, visitation and funeral will be on Saturday, May 19 th from 2 until 6 p.m. in the chapel...

May 16, 2018

April Elaine Campbell

Rocky Ford – April Elaine Campbell, 25, passed away May 16, 2018 at East Georgia Regional Medical Center after a lifelong battle with Cystic Fibrosis.

April was born July 18, 1992 in Savannah. She was a graduate of Screven County High School in 2010 and a graduate of Ogeechee Technical College for...

May 15, 2018

Debra Jo Bruner

Springfield- Debra Jo Bruner, 61, died Tuesday, May 15, 2018 after losing her battle with lung cancer.

The Effingham County native was a member of First Baptist Church of Springfield and had worked in food service all her life, including Effingham County Middle School, Coastal Corrections, and Huddle House of...

May 15, 2018

Larry Eugene Kight, Sr.

Guyton – Larry Eugene Kight, Sr., 67, passed away May 15, 2018 at Memorial Hospital from complications of back surgery.

He was the son of the late Robert (Bob) and Doris Kight. He graduated from Groves High School and retired from Savannah Sugar Refinery.  He was a member of North Salem...

May 14, 2018

Mr. Glenn C. Phillips, 71, of Bloomingdale, passed away on Monday, May 14, 2018 at his home.

He was born in Swainsboro to the late Frank & Grace Phillips.  He was also preceded in death by his wife, Madge "Pepper" Phillips; grandson; Jeffrey Mitchell; siblings, Willard, Carrol, Doy and Annette.  He was an insulator with Local #96...

May 14, 2018

Mr. Quinton Hathcock, 74, of Sylvania, passed away Monday, May 14, 2018.  Quinton was born August 25, 1943 in Savannah, GA and was the son of the late William Gordon and Vonnie Mae Hathcock.  Mr. Hathcock graduated from Groves High School and then obtained a Bachelor's Degree from Georgia Tech in 1966.  Since his retirement he has enjoyed hunting...

May 14, 2018

Mrs. Deborah Love Reynolds, 67, of Midway, passed away on Monday, May 14, 2018 at Landmark Hospital.

Deborah was born in Savannah and was preceded in death by her parents, Lonnie & Eloise Carter Love as well as her husband, Joseph Allen Reynolds, Sr.  She was baptized and grew up at Alpha United Methodist Church and had...

May 13, 2018

Mr. James O. "Sonny" Drummond, Jr., 74, husband, father, grandfather and dear friend to all, peacefully passed away surrounded by his family Sunday, May 13, 2018 in Sav., GA.

He was born July 5, 1943 in Atlanta to the late Kathryn and James O. Drummond, Sr.  He was also preceded in death by his wife, Yvonne A....

May 10, 2018

Jarred Shirrell Keith

Springfield- Jarred Shirrell Keith, 32, died Thursday, May 10, 2018.

The Ft. Campbell, KY native was U.S. Army veteran and a welder with Local # 188.

He is survived by his wife, Shelby Nicole Keith; son, Jarred Shirrell "Lil J" Keith, Jr.; mother, Rita Keith; grandfather, Jackie Shirrell...

May 10, 2018

Debbie Lee Derryberry

Debbie would like to let you know that her work here on earth is done. She received a call of the sort you cannot refuse for an appointment from which she will not be returning to us. This assignment comes with a huge sign on bonus: a reunion with the Lord alongside...

May 8, 2018

Arlene M. Arnsdorff

Guyton – Arlene M. Arnsdorff, 88, passed away May 8, 2018 at Ogeechee Area Hospice.

The Mendes native was a member of Bethel Lutheran Church and the Rose Buds. She was a homemaker.  She loved to volunteer at Manna House and served as a Pink Lady.

She was preceded in...

May 7, 2018

Concepcion (Connie) Bantilan Sawdy

1940-2018

Rincon - Concepcion B. Sawdy, 77 passed away May 7, 2018 at Memorial Hospital, Savannah, Georgia.

She was preceded in death by her parents Matias Bantilan and Saturnina Cabidas Bantilan; sisters Solome C. Bantilan, and  Asucion C. Bantilan.

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May 7, 2018

Dorine Helmly Hinely

Port Wentworth- Dorine Helmly Hinely, 88, died Monday, May 7, 2018 at Westview Nursing Center.

The Effingham County native was a member of Jerusalem Lutheran Church and had attended First Baptist Church of Port Wentworth. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother that kept children in her home so...

May 5, 2018

Garrett Wayne Pickard "G Man"

Garrett Wayne Pickard "G Man", 20, passed into Heaven on May 5, 2018.

Garrett is a beautiful soul that brightened everyone's life that he touched.   His family and friends will always remember his kindness and quick wit.  He was loved by everyone.  His positive outlook and infectious personality were an...

May 2, 2018

Richard Morgan Hicks

Rincon- Richard Morgan Hicks, 74, died Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at Memorial Health.

The Chatham County native was a member of Port Wentworth United Methodist Church. He was a 32 Degree Master Mason, York Rite at the Frank F. Baker Lodge #46 in Garden City. He was a member of...

May 2, 2018

James Laconte Nisbet, Jr.

James L. Nisbet, Jr. was born in Greenville, South Carolina on November 9, 1941 to Mr. and Mrs. James L. Nisbet, Sr.  Mr. Nisbet, Jr. was 76 years old when he went home on May 2, 2018.

A long time resident of Pooler, Georgia, he retired from the Savannah-Chatham County Board...

Apr 30, 2018

Amanda Marie Ray

Springfield-Amanda Marie Ray, 32, died Monday, April 30. 2018 at Memorial Health.

The Chatham County native was a member of Faulkville Baptist Church.

She is survived by her parents, Irvin Patrick Ray & Melody Rae Scates Ray; her twin brother, Correy Allen Ray (Samantha); brother, Dustin Ray; and...