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Rev. Bob Parrish

Rev. Bob Parrish

May 28, 2015

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel. (912) 754-3426 Fax Rev. Robert L. "Bob" Parrish Rincon- There is an appointed time for everything. And there is a time for every event under heaven— A time to be born – Jan. 19, 1934 to John & Mamie Parrish in Berrien County, Georgia. A time to die – May 28,...

Young Ae Duncan

Young Ae Duncan

May 27, 2015

Pooler-Mrs. Young Ae Duncan, 77, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at her home. She is survived by her husband, Edgar M. Duncan; sons, Ellis Michael Duncan and Robbie Joe Duncan; 3 grandsons; 1 granddaughter. The viewing and visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Friday at the Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home located at 901 W. Hwy....

Barbara Jean Lucas Potter

Barbara Jean Lucas Potter

May 25, 2015

Pooler-Mrs. Barbara Jean Lucas Potter, 64, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2015 at her home. Barbara was born in Savannah to the late Thomas & Enola Lucas. She had previously been employed with the Savannah Women's Clinic, enjoyed going to the beach, and loved being with her grandchildren. Survivors include her husband, W. Larry Potter; children, David L. Gunnels,...

Olive Louise Dolson Tebbetts

Olive Louise Dolson Tebbetts

May 24, 2015

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel 912-754-6421 (fax) 912-754-3426 P.O. Box 295 Springfield, GA 31329 Olive Louise Dolson Tebbetts Port Wentworth – Olive Louise Dolson Tebbetts, 87, passed away Sunday, May 24, 2015 at Westview Nursing Center. The Massachusetts native was an active member of St. Boniface Catholic Church, where she was a Sunday School Teacher, member...

Ray Pearl Moore

Ray Pearl Moore

May 24, 2015

Savannah-Mrs. Ray Pearl Bishop Moore, age 100, died May 24, 2015. She was born April 23, 1915 in Lodge, SC. She was the oldest daughter of the late Eddie Ruthward Bishop and Ella Ray Cummings Bishop and the last surviving child. She was predeceased by 3 brothers and 4 sisters. She was the widow of the late Alva Murphy Moore....

James W. Fleming

James W. Fleming

May 23, 2015

Pooler-Mr. James W. Fleming, 73, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, May 23, 2015 at his home. James was born in Marshfield, Wisconsin to the late J.B. & Halcyon Fleming. He was also preceded in death by a son, Jason John Fleming. He retired as vice-president of manufacturing with Road Rescue, and was a member of Savannah Christian...

Curtis Leroy Futrill

Curtis Leroy Futrill

May 23, 2015

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel 912-754-6421 (fax) 912-754-3426 P.O. Box 295 Springfield, GA 31329 Curtis Leroy Futrill Rincon – Curtis Leroy Futrill, 81, passed away Saturday, May 23, 2015. He retired from Kemira and had worked at American Cyanamid and was a member of the International Association of Machinist Local #650. He was preceded in death...

Thelma Morgan Mack

Thelma Morgan Mack

May 23, 2015

Pooler-Mrs. Thelma Morgan Mack, 80, passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2015 at The Place at Pooler. Mrs. Mack was born on April 17, 1935 in Collins, GA, and was raised in Cobbtown, GA. She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Robert L. Mack; her mother, Lucille Harvey Morgan; her father Louis Morgan, and mother, Maudeena...

April Ann Wilkins

April Ann Wilkins

May 22, 2015

Savannah-April Ann Wilkins, 32, passed away on Friday night at 8 p.m. at St. Joseph's Hospital. April was born in Savannah, was loved by her family, and will be missed. Survivors include her children, Katelyn Wilkins, Dalton Davis, and Justin Clay; parents, Larry & Carolyn Wilkins; several aunts, uncles, and cousins. The visitation will be from 10-11 a.m. Wednesday followed...

Joseph C. Brinson, Jr.

Joseph C. Brinson, Jr.

May 22, 2015

Port Wentworth-Mr. Joseph C. Brinson, Sr., my precious husband/father/grandfather, left his temporary home on May 22nd, and went to begin his eternal life with Jesus. Although his battle here on earth was lost to cancer…he is now made whole again! He was born in Savannah to the late Louis & Estell Brinson. He was a member of Harvestime Church, and...

R.L. Davis

R.L. Davis

May 21, 2015

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel. (912) 754-3426 Fax R.L. Davis Clyo- R.L. Davis, 64, died May 21, 2015 at his residence. The Effingham County native was retired from Latex Construction and was a member of Corinth Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his son, Christopher Davis. He is survived by his wife, Frances Davis;...

Ralph V. Hughes

Ralph V. Hughes

May 20, 2015

TSGT, Ralph Vernon Hughes, United States Air Force, Retired Savannah – TSGT, Ralph Vernon Hughes, United States Air Force, Retired, 87, husband of the late Ella Louise Ennis Hughes, passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at his residence. Mr. Hughes was born on December 20, 1927 in Pulaski, Virginia to the late William Burget Hughes and the late Lillie May...

Iris T. Edwards

Iris T. Edwards

May 20, 2015

Port Wentworth-Mrs. Iris T. Edwards, 90, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at Westview Nursing Home. Iris was born in Stillmore to the late Arthur & Ilar Thurmond. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Therman I. Edwards. She retired from Union Camp after 42 years of service. She was a wonderful seamstress, and also enjoyed attending...

Isabell Williamson

Isabell Williamson

May 20, 2015

Springfield: Isabell Altman Williamson, 92, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, peacefully entered into the presence of her Lord Jesus Christ on Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at Effingham Health Care Center in Springfield, Georgia. Isabell was born May 26, 1922 to Leonard and Arthea Altman in Baxley, Georgia where she lived most of her life. On June 23, 1942, she married...

Edgar Leroy (Roy) Bowers

Edgar Leroy (Roy) Bowers

May 20, 2015

Pooler – Edgar LeRoy (Roy) Bowers, 83, died on May 20, 2015 at The Place at Pooler after a long illness. Mr. Bowers was born March 11, 1932 in Lobeco, Beaufort County, South Carolina. He graduated from Beaufort High School, Class of 1951, and worked for McLeod Farms until 1952. He retired from Union Camp Corporation (International Paper) after more...

Thomas Haden Spikes, Jr.

Thomas Haden Spikes, Jr.

May 18, 2015

Pooler-Mr. Thomas Haden Spikes, Jr., 84, passed away on Monday, May 18, 2015 at Hospice Savannah. Thomas was born in Savannah to the late Thomas Haden Spikes, Sr. & Elizabeth Spikes. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Jewell Spikes. He retired from Presley Auto Trim, and was a member of First Baptist Church of Pooler. Survivors include...

Christiane Mccarty Heilman

Christiane Mccarty Heilman

May 15, 2015

Savannah-Christiane McCarty Heilman was called to Heaven on May 15, 2015 after a lengthy illness. She was surrounded by her friends and family and watching her beloved Kansas City Royals play ball. Chris was preceded in death by her parents, Delton McCarty and LaFoye Johnston Burkhalter. She is survived by her husband, William Heilman; children, Brandi Miller Pruitt, Colin Miller,...

Janice S. Pike

Janice S. Pike

May 14, 2015

Bloomingdale-Mrs. Janice S. Pike, 72, passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2015 at her home. Janice was born in Falcon, NC to the late Lovette & Florence Strickland. She was raised in the Church of God, was affiliated with Bloomingdale First Baptist Church, and was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband of 44 years, Roy L. Pike; children, Keith, Kevin...

Mathew William Kelly

Mathew William Kelly

May 13, 2015

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel 912-754-6421 (fax) 912-754-3426 P.O. Box 295 Springfield, GA 31329 Mathew William Kelly Port Wentworth – Mathew William Kelly, 15, passed away May 13, 2015. Mathew was a passionate and loving young man. He has dedicated his young life to helping others, in keeping with his life ambition Mathew donated his organs...

William "Bill" A. Halford, Jr.

William "Bill" A. Halford, Jr.

May 11, 2015

Rincon-William "Bill" A. Halford, Jr., 63, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2015 at Memorial Health University Medical Center. Bill was born in Augusta to the late William A. Halford, Sr. & Mary Keel Halford. He was raised in Barnwell, SC, and had lived in the Savannah area for the past 35 years. He served his country in the U.S....

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