local obituaries

Stanley T. Carter

Stanley T. Carter

Feb 14, 2017

Mr. Stanley T. Carter, age 60, of Guyton, passed away February 14, 2017. Stanley spent over 25 years with Gulfstream Aerospace before retiring, and he enjoyed spending his time hunting, fishing, and with his dog, Bear. He is survived by his daughter, Kelly Carter and fiance' Jonathan Faircloth, of Guyton; sons, Stanley Carter and wife Jessica (best daughter-in-law in the...

Wilmer "Randell" Kicklighter

Wilmer "Randell" Kicklighter

Feb 11, 2017

- GARDEN CITY - In his 74 years, Mr. Wilmer "Randell" Kicklighter took on many titles including son, loving brother, adoring husband, business owner, award-winning power lifter and body builder, father of two amazing men, and, of course, doting grandfather, or as he preferred, "Gaga." Randell was just 18-years-old when he first caught sight of the love of his life,...

Jacquelyn Copeland Faglie

Jacquelyn Copeland Faglie

Feb 11, 2017

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel 912-754-6421 (fax) 912-754-3426 P.O. Box 295 Springfield, GA 31329 Jacquelyn Copeland Faglie Rincon – Jacquelyn Copeland Faglie, 69, passed away Saturday, February 11, 2017 at Memorial Health. Born August 10, 1947 in Hazelhurst, GA to the late Smith Copeland and Chestine Bennett Copeland she retired from Union Camp after 32 years...

Franklin Lamar Stregles

Franklin Lamar Stregles

Feb 10, 2017

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel 912-754-6421 (fax) 912-754-3426 P.O. Box 295, Springfield, GA 31329 Franklin Lamar Stregles Guyton – Franklin Lamar Stregles, 80, passed away on February 10, 2017 at Effingham Hospital. He was a beloved husband, father, step-dad, papa , and pops. He loved spending time with his family, church family, and friends. He was...

James "Little James" Turnbow

James "Little James" Turnbow

Feb 10, 2017

James "Little James" Turnbow, age 30, of Port Wentworth, passed away February 10, 2017. A native of Savannah, Little James has been a commercial fisherman with Woods Seafood for over 15 years. He is survived by his mother, Patricia Ann "Patty" Lyons, of Bloomingdale; father, Tim (wife, Sonya) Turnbow, of Rincon; step-father, Brad Lyons; grandparents, Joan "Granny Corvette" and Lawrence...

Dot Royal

Dot Royal

Feb 9, 2017

Pooler-Dot Royal, 75, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 9, 2017 after a courageous battle with cancer. Dot was born February 14, 1941 in Statesboro, GA to the late Jim and Thelma Thompson. Dot was also preceded in death by a brother, Johnny Thompson. Dot was a 1959 graduate of Statesboro High School and retired from Wachovia...

John Wilder Sims

John Wilder Sims

Feb 9, 2017

Garden City-Mr. John Wilder Sims, 86, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, February 9, 2017. Mr. Sims was born in Savannah to the late Lewis & Melissa Sims. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Mildred Sims; daughter, Patti Jane Simmons; grandchildren, John Chancellor, III, Shandy Webb, Jonathan Robinson and Dena...

Betty Steigerwalt

Betty Steigerwalt

Feb 7, 2017

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel. (912) 754-3426 Fax Elizabeth "Betty" Jane Jones Steigerwalt Springfield- Betty Steigerwalt, 85, peacefully passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2017 at her residence after a brave hard-fought battle of cancer. Mrs. Steigerwalt was a native of Palmerton, PA but lived in Springfield for over the past 50 years. She was the daughter...

Michael "Mickey" Francis Hobbs

Michael "Mickey" Francis Hobbs

Feb 5, 2017

Savannah-Michael "Mickey" Francis Hobbs, 64, passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2017 at Hospice Savannah. Mickey was born in Savannah to the late Leon Hobbs, Jr. & Ann Seebeck Hobbs. He was a communicant of Blessed Sacrament Church and worked for many years at J. Parker Limited and later for Hal Griner. Mickey was a past member of the Knights...

Mary Ann Rodi

Mary Ann Rodi

Feb 4, 2017

Bloomingdale-Mrs. Mary Ann Rodi, 72, passed away on Saturday, February 4, 2017 at Memorial Health University Medical Center. Mary Ann had been a consultant with Mary Kay Cosmetics for 17 years and was a member of Powers Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Roger W. Rodi; daughter and son-in-law, Pamela & Michael Tyler; son and daughter-in-law, Ricky W. & Patricia...

Christopher "Chris" Mauritho

Christopher "Chris" Mauritho

Feb 3, 2017

Mr. Christopher "Chris" Mauritho, age 41, of Savannah, passed away February 3, 2017. Chris loved the Lord, and the Word of God, and he belonged to New Testament Missionary Outreach Church for over 35 years. He dearly loved his family, and he loved to see the finished work of his own hands. Chris was preceded in death by his paternal...

Steven Henry Mack

Steven Henry Mack

Jan 31, 2017

Ellabell-Steven Henry Mack, 59, passed away Tuesday. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert & Thelma (Morgan) Mack. Survivors include his son, Jonathan & Amanda Mack and his siblings, Wayne & Glenda (Mack) Whitley, Robert Michael & Brenda Mack, and Michelle (Mack) Greene. The memorial service will be on Sunday, February 12, 2017 at 2 p.m. at Hillcrest...

William Jason Crawford

William Jason Crawford

Jan 31, 2017

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel 912-754-6421 (fax) 912-754-3426 P.O. Box 295 Springfield, GA 31329 William Jason Crawford Clyo – William Jason Crawford, 37, passed away January 31, 2017 at his residence. The Effingham County native was a former Police Officer with GA Southern Police Department and was employed at Edwards Interiors. Survivors include his son, Liam...

Barbara Bryant

Barbara Bryant

Jan 30, 2017

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel. (912) 754-3426 Fax Barbara Arnold Bryant Rincon – Barbara Arnold Bryant, 56 died Monday, January 30, 2017 at her home after an extended illness. During her illness and death, she was surrounded by her family and friends. The Effingham County resident was a para-pro with South Effingham Elementary where she touched...

Hylon Lance Hendrix

Hylon Lance Hendrix

Jan 28, 2017

Savannah-Mr. Hylon Lance Hendrix, 69, passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2017 at Memorial Health University Medical Center. Lance was born in Savannah to the late Jacob & Christine Hendrix. He was a member of South Newington Baptist Church, served his country in the U.S. Air Force, and had been employed with National Gypsum. Survivors include his children, Belinda, Melissa,...

Teresa Ann Calhoun Weaver

Teresa Ann Calhoun Weaver

Jan 28, 2017

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel 912-754-6421 (fax) 912-754-3426 P.O. Box 295 Springfield, GA 31329 Teresa Ann Calhoun Weaver Springfield – Teresa Ann Calhoun Weaver, 86, passed away January 28, 2017 at St. Joseph's Hospital. Teresa was a devoted wife and mother, who looked for ways to serve others daily. Whether it was cooking, visiting, sending cards,...

Ronald Stanley Roy, Sr.

Ronald Stanley Roy, Sr.

Jan 26, 2017

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel 912-754-6421 (fax) 912-754-3426 P.O. Box 295 Springfield, GA 31329 Ronald Stanley Roy, Sr. Guyton – Ronald Stanley Roy, Sr., 59, passed away January 26, 2017 at Memorial Health. The Chatham County native served in the U.S. Navy and was employed at Gulfstream for over 30 years. He enjoyed riding his Harley,...

David West

David West

Jan 25, 2017

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel. (912) 754-3426 Fax David Lee West Rincon- David Lee West, 61, died Wednesday, January 25, 2017 in his home. The Algood, TN native was a loving husband and father, an excellent ER nurse, and veteran. He attended Rincon Baptist Temple. He was preceded in death by his parents, Billy Lee and...

Mary Elizabeth (Betty) Stapleton Parish

Mary Elizabeth (Betty) Stapleton Parish

Jan 23, 2017

Savannah - Betty Parish, went to be with the Lord on January 23, 2017. She and her husband (Leonard Parish – deceased) left the little town of Stapleton, GA in 1946 to come to Savannah to begin their life together. She made their home wherever his job with the railroad moved them. They had three children – Patsy (Gerald) Ethridge,...

Stella Christine Herndon White

Stella Christine Herndon White

Jan 23, 2017

Stella Christine Herndon White, 80, of Garden City/Richmond Hill, Georgia went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, January 23rd, 2017, after battling the cruel and unrelenting disease of dementia for several years. She was born in Lake Park , Georgia on August 11, 1936, to the late Willie C. and Dora Mae Herndon. Stella was second to...

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