local obituaries

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...

Apr 28, 2018

Robert L. Sikes, 81, of Pooler, passed away Saturday, April 28, 2018 peacefully at home under the care of Compassionate Care Hospice and surrounded by family and friends after a long battle with Parkinson's and Dementia.  He was born in Collins, Georgia and relocated to Savannah in 1962 to work for Mutual Fertilizer Plant and Kaiser Chemical.  He served...

Apr 25, 2018

Wilmer Lynn "Scrappy" Conner, 69, died April 25, 2018 after a long battle with lung cancer.  He was born and raised in Houston County, Texas.  He enlisted in the Marine Corps and served from 1968 until his honorable discharge in 1972 where he received, among other honors, the National Defense Service Medal and the USMC Expert Sharpshooter's Badge.  Near...

Apr 23, 2018

Mrs. Nola Ann Hammond, age 64, of Guyton, passed away April 23, 2018.  She is survived by her husband of over 42 years, George D. Hammond, of Guyton; sister, Linda (Ken) Yarbrough, of Portal; brother, James (Maxine) Fleming, of Bloomingdale; many nieces and nephews.  The family will receive friends Saturday, April 28, 4:00 - 6:00 PM at Thomas C. Strickland...

Apr 23, 2018

Mr. Mack Tharpe (Sonny) Pierce, Jr., 69, of Pooler, passed away on Monday, April 23, 2018 at Hospice Savannah.

He was born in Savannah to the late Mack and Dorothy Pierce, and lived most of his life in Pooler.  He was greatly loved by his family and a multitude of friends.  His daughters and granddaughters were his...

Apr 23, 2018

John J. Schueller, Jr., age 74, of Pooler, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2018 at Memorial University Hospital surrounded by family and the caring, professional & compassionate staff of the ICU stepdown unit.  John was an avid golfer and a member at Southbridge Golf Club.  He was preceded in death by his parents, John J. and Frances Schueller,...

Apr 23, 2018

Mr. Arnold O. Sims, age 80, of Pooler, passed away on Monday, April 23, 2018 at his home after an extended illness.

He was born in Savannah to the late Mink & Anna Sims.  He attended Armstrong University, was a graduate of the University of Georgia and a member of Calvary Baptist Temple for many years.  He...

Apr 23, 2018

Mrs. Lorene Webb Edwards, 95, of Port Wentworth, passed away on Monday, April 23, 2018 at Candler Hospital.

She was born in Pineora, GA to the late Ijon T. & Rosa Lee Webb.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, P.B. Edwards, Jr., daughter, Gail Williams and a granddaughter, Becky Laskowski.  She was a member...

Apr 22, 2018

Mr. Austin B. "Sonny" Gunter, Jr., 81, of Port Wentworth, passed away on Sunday, April 22, 2018 at Memorial Health University Medical Center.

He was born in Aiken, South Carolina and had lived in Pooler for many years before moving to Port Wentworth.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Austin B. & Helen Louise Gunter,...

Apr 21, 2018

Mr. Marvin Marion Hendrix, 75, of Faulkville, passed away on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

He was born in Bulloch County to the late Marvin & Bobbie Nell Hendrix.  He attended Meldrim United Methodist Church for many years.  He served his country in the U.S. Army for 2 years and retired as a Master...

Apr 20, 2018

Hinesville – Maude V. (Hodges) Screws, 96, January 14, 1922 – April 20, 2018, passed on to the gates of Heaven to join the rest of her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents Lawrence and Carrie Hodges; husband, George E. Screws; and son, George A. Screws. She was the last surviving sibling of 11...

Apr 17, 2018

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel

912-754-6421     (fax) 912-754-3426

P.O. Box 295

Springfield, GA 31329

Janice Naomi Page Smith

Rincon – Janice Naomi Page Smith, 83, passed away April 17, 2018 at her home.

The Chatham County native was a member of Faith Baptist...