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Edgar L. Shuman

Edgar L. Shuman

Jul 3, 2016

Ellabell-Mr. Edgar L. Shuman, 60, passed away on Sunday, July 3, 2016 at Memorial Health University Medical Center. Edgar was born in Savannah, and served his country in the U.S. Army. He enjoyed fishing, woodworking, and RC racing. Survivors include his wife, Phyllis Bragg; sisters, Martha Holmes, and Mary Sullivan, and several nieces and nephews.

Barbara T. "Patsy" Jenkins

Barbara T. "Patsy" Jenkins

Jul 2, 2016

Meldrim-Ms. Barbara T. "Patsy" Jenkins, 80, passed away on Saturday, July 2, 2016 at Abercorn Rehabilitation Center. Ms. Patsy, also known as "Granny B", was born in Savannah to the late Benjamin & Vivian Slater Tillman. She was a bookkeeper most of her life, and a Notary Public for over 50 years. She drove a school bus for the Effingham...

Moo Ho Oh

Moo Ho Oh

Jul 1, 2016

Pooler-Mr. Moo Ho Oh, 44, passed away on Friday, July 1, 2016 at his home. Moo Ho was born in Seoul, South Korea, and was preceded in death by his father, Kiman Oh. He was a member of the First Korean Community Presbyterian Church, and was employed at Gulfstream. Survivors include his wife, Insook Hwang; children, Jooyoung Oh and Joowan...

Lily Ann Arrington

Lily Ann Arrington

Jun 29, 2016

Guyton-Lily Ann Arrington, infant daughter of James Arrington and Faith Boatright, was born on June 28, 2016, and passed away on June 29, 2016. Also surviving are her brother, Tuff Michael, and grandparents, Mike Pratt, Tammy Causey, James & Linda Arrington, and Michelle Beauchane. The funeral will be on Thursday, July 28, 2016 at 1 p.m. in the chapel of...

Richard Guy Wilt, Sr.

Richard Guy Wilt, Sr.

Jun 28, 2016

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel 912-754-6421 (Fax) 912-754-3426 Richard Guy Wilt, Sr. Rincon - Richard Guy Wilt, Sr., 75, formerly of Chester, VA, and Rainelle, WV, was called home to the Lord on June 28, 2016. Richard retired from Smurfit-Stone Container after 42 years of distinguished service. In retirement, he was active in his church, Rincon...

James W. Stephens

James W. Stephens

Jun 27, 2016

Bloomingdale-Mr. James W. Stephens, 80, passed away on Monday, June 27, 2016 at Memorial Health University Medical Center. Mr. Stephens was born in Johnson County to the late Blakey & Maude Stephens. He served his country in the U.S. Army, and retired from the City of Savannah. He loved his family, fishing, and dancing. Survivors include his wife of 54...

Mary Virginia Morris

Mary Virginia Morris

Jun 27, 2016

Pooler-Mrs. Mary Virginia Morris, 83, passed away on Monday, June 27, 2016 at Westview Nursing Home. Mrs. Mary was born in Reidsville to the late Raymond & Lunabell Jernigan. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Ben Morris, and four brothers. She was a member of Westside Christian Church, loved spending time with children, enjoyed playing Bingo, and...

Thelma Jean Howard

Thelma Jean Howard

Jun 25, 2016

Pooler-Mrs. Thelma Jean Howard, 69, went home to be with Jesus on Saturday, June 25, 2016 at her home. Mrs. Thelma was born in Clinch County to the late John & Verda Mae Jordan. She was a member of South Newington Baptist Church. She retired from Gastroenterology Consultants of Savannah, and worked in the medical field for 30 years. After...

Thelma Jean Howard

Thelma Jean Howard

Jun 25, 2016

Pooler-Mrs. Thelma Jean Howard, 69, went home to be with Jesus on Saturday, June 25, 2016 at her home. Mrs. Thelma was born in Clinch County to the late John & Verda Mae Jordan. She was a member of South Newington Baptist Church. She retired from Gastroenterology Consultants of Savannah, and worked in the medical field for 30 years. After...

Jimmy Morris

Jimmy Morris

Jun 25, 2016

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel. (912) 754-3426 Fax Jimmy Morris Meldrim- Jimmy Morris, 74, died Saturday, June 25, 2016 at Landmark Hospital. The Savannah native had worked at Sugar Transport for over 20 years, was a Corporal with the Effingham County Sheriff's Department for 14 years, and served as County Constable for the Effingham County Magistrate...

Annie Bowers Douglas Lanier

Annie Bowers Douglas Lanier

Jun 25, 2016

Guyton-Mrs. Annie Bowers Douglas Lanier, 93, passed away on Saturday, June 25, 2016 at Memorial Health University Medical Center. Mrs. Annie was born in Metter to the late Lawrence & Maybell Bowers. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Henry Lanier; two daughters, Annette BeeBe, and Joan Woo Royal; 3 brothers, and 4 sisters. She loved the Lord,...

Hugh Broughton Mcdonald

Hugh Broughton Mcdonald

Jun 23, 2016

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel 912-754-6421 (fax) 912-754-3426 P.O. Box 295 Springfield, GA 31329 Hugh Broughton McDonald Rincon - Hugh Broughton McDonald, 87 of Rincon, Georgia, passed away on June 23, 2016 at his residence. Mr. McDonald was born in Metter, Georgia, on July 2, 1928, to Johnny Horton McDonald and Mamie Estelle Owens. He is...

Ronnie Bruce White

Ronnie Bruce White

Jun 22, 2016

Eden-Mr. Ronnie Bruce White, Jr., 44, passed away on Wednesday, June 22, 2016 as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Ronnie loved the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He was preceded in death by his father, Ronnie Bruce White. Ronnie is survived by his mother, Sandra; brother, Charles White, and girlfriend, Diane Thompson. Thomas C. Strickland &...

Judith Lynn Vincent

Judith Lynn Vincent

Jun 22, 2016

Eden-Mrs. Judith Lynn Vincent, 66, passed away on Wednesday, June 22, 2016 as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Mrs. Judith was born in De Kalb, IL to the late William W. & Gracie Knight. She was an active member of New Hope Christian Church where she volunteered for the food pantry. She enjoyed crafts, and was...

Noel B. Kessler

Noel B. Kessler

Jun 22, 2016

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel 912-754-6421 (fax) 912-754-3426 P.O. Box 295 Springfield, GA 31329 Noel B. Kessler Clyo – Noel B. Kessler, beloved father, grandfather, brother and uncle, went to be with the lord on June 22, 2016. Noel was a lifelong resident of Effingham County. He faithfully served his country as a veteran of the...

Ann Hadden Williams

Ann Hadden Williams

Jun 18, 2016

Garden City-Mrs. Ann Hadden Williams, 81, passed away on Saturday, June 18, 2016 at Candler Hospital. Mrs. Ann was born in Metter to the late Claude & Lottie Hadden. She was also preceded in death by sisters, Mildred Wells and Madie Green, and brothers, Leon and Claude Hadden. She was a member of Central Baptist Church, a member of the...

Richard Liptrott Cannon

Richard Liptrott Cannon

Jun 18, 2016

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel 912-754-6421 (fax) 912-754-3426 P.O. Box 295 Springfield, GA 31329 PICTURE Richard Liptrott Cannon Pulaski – Richard Liptrott Cannon, 50, passed away June 18, 2016. The Florida native was a resident of Orchard Healthcare which he loved very much. He was a very loving and compassionate person. Survivors include his parents, Bob...

Mark Wayne Thompson

Mark Wayne Thompson

Jun 17, 2016

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel 912-754-6421 (fax) 912-754-3426 P.O. Box 295 Springfield, GA 31329 Mark Wayne Thompson Rincon – Mark Wayne Thompson, 59, passed away Friday, June 17, 2016. The Chatham County native and resident of Rincon retired from the City of Savannah and was a member of Maranatha Assembly of God. He was preceded in...

Earline Elizabeth "T-Bell" Driggers

Earline Elizabeth "T-Bell" Driggers

Jun 17, 2016

Eden-Mrs. Earline Elizabeth "T-Bell" Driggers, 71, passed away on Friday, June 17, 2016 at Memorial Health University Medical Center. Mrs. Driggers was born in Savannah to the late Earl & Ethel McElhney. She was a member of Powers Baptist Church, made everyone laugh, and loved her family. Survivors include her husband of 54 years, Billy G. "Buck" Driggers; children, Ubie...

Mary Elizabeth "Liz" (Greene) Urban

Mary Elizabeth "Liz" (Greene) Urban

Jun 16, 2016

Mary Elizabeth "Liz" (Greene) Urban age, 85, passed away June16, 2016 at her home in Pooler, GA under hospice care. Liz was born to William J. Greene and Beatrice (Knight) Greene on March 6, 1931. She graduated from Savannah High School. She met Jerry Urban while he was stationed at the Hunter Army Airfield and they married on December 30,...

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