local obituaries

Feb 4, 2025

Nevils – Apryle Ambrose, 36, passed away February 4, 2025 at East Georgia Regional Hospital.

Apryle was born in Germany and was a freelance artist, having studied in Georgia and New York. She was an aspiring tattoo artist that loved Taylor Swift and sarcasm.

She is survived by her mother, Lynn Clayton Ambrose; father, Barry...

Feb 3, 2025

Buck Owens (Ronald Wade Owens, Jr.), 56, of Bloomingdale, Georgia, passed away suddenly on Monday, February 3, 2025.  Buck was born in Savannah, Georgia, and was preceded in death by his mother, Linda Ricker Roller, brother, Kevin Crawford, and grandparents, Leo Owens, Robert and Ruby Ricker. Buck was the centerpiece of Owens Contracting, he was loved and admired by...

Feb 2, 2025

Rincon – Mary Carmen Plano Garcia Norton, 95, passed away February 2, 2025 at Effingham Extended Care.

Born in Murcia, Spain on August 27, 1929.  She immigrated to the United States when she was 39 and was especially proud of becoming a naturalized citizen.  She was a nurse, enjoyed crocheting, embroidering, gardening, and especially roses.  But most...

Feb 1, 2025

Rincon – Jerry Leroy Rivera, 45, passed away February 1, 2025.

The Oklahoma native was employed at Gulfstream over 25 years where he has made long lasting friendships.  He enjoyed coaching and mentoring young minds, and he was very community oriented.  He loved OU Football, gardening, and spending time with his family.  Jerry and his family celebrated...

Feb 1, 2025

Rincon - Robert W. Kenny, Jr, 57, passed away February 1, 2025.

The Effingham County native was an Effingham County High School graduate and manager at NAPA Auto Parts at Black Creek. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Kenny.

Robert was a kind and caring husband and loved Diane with all his...

Jan 28, 2025

Richard Barry Meeks died after a short illness surrounded by his family. Ricky was born on Jan 13, 1964 to Richard and Jackie Meeks. He was raised in Pooler, Ga with his brother Stanley Meeks. He leaves to honor his memory Vicki, who he was married to for 36 years, along with his children Olivia and Jesse Osborne, Ben...

Jan 28, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jonathan Daniel Royal, 50 who passed away on January 28, 2025. Daniel lived in Richmond Hill with his son Aaron. He was a gentle soul, a good man and a true southern gentleman. He was a longtime member of Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church and dedicated choir member....

Jan 28, 2025

Guyton, Georgia - Mary Grace Griner Fisher, 75, passed away January 28, 2025, surrounded by her family at her home. On this glorious day, the sun shined bright on Mary Grace while her birds sang to her.

Mary Grace was born, raised and lived in Effingham County Georgia, and was a lifelong member of the Guyton Christian...

Jan 28, 2025

Lajuan Saturday Boyd, 78, died on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, after a short illness.

Lajuan was born in Savannah, Georgia to the late James and Aline Saturday on June 18, 1946.  In addition to her parents, Lajuan was preceded in death by her best friend and husband, Ted M. Boyd, her oldest son, Samuel "Sonny" Boyd, and...

Jan 27, 2025

Mrs. Linda Trout Waugh Gotko, 68, of Bloomingdale, Georgia, passed away suddenly on Monday, January 27, 2025.

Linda was born in Columbus, Ohio.  She was preceded in death by her father, James Everett Trout, and a sister, Jelinda Trout.  She was a retired mechanic, enjoyed crafting, and was very gifted and talented with many things.  She loved...

Jan 26, 2025

Rebecca G. Burnette (Burrell), age 72, passed away peacefully at the Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston, West Virginia on January 26th. Rebecca was born in Duvall County, Florida, on February 29, 1952, was a lifelong resident of Effingham County, Georgia, but moved to West Virginia 22 years ago.

Growing up in Barnwell, SC, Rebecca was an avid...

Jan 26, 2025

Springfield, GA – Keith S. Corbin, 58, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2025 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 14, 1966, in Dublin, GA, second of two children to the late James Corbin and Elizabeth Corbin.

Keith was, for 35 years, the faithful husband of Stacy Corbin, and the loving father...

Jan 26, 2025

Guyton - Johnny Virgil Taylor, 83, passed away January 26, 2025 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

The Effingham County native served in the U.S. Army, retired from Fluor and was a member of Guyton Christian Church.  He enjoyed genealogy, traveling, cast iron collecting, bird watching, raising chickens, ducks, and guineas.  He had a green thumb, enjoyed canning vegetables,...

Jan 21, 2025

Johnny Chant, 62, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at Memorial Hospital.

Johnny was born in Savannah and was preceded in death by his father, William John "Bill" Chant, his brother, Thomas Michael Chant, and his maternal grandparents, Joseph Michael Carter and Thelma Carter Whiddon.  Johnny was employed at Rewis Security Agency.  He...

Jan 21, 2025

Mrs. Alleene Elam Woodcock, 90, of Bloomingdale, Georgia, passed away on Friday, January 21, 2025 at Candler Hospital.

Aleene was born in Guyton, Georgia and had lived in Pooler for a number of years before moving to Bloomingdale in 2003.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Emory Woodcock; her parents, William David Elam and Annie...

Jan 21, 2025

Cordele, GA – Robert "Bobby" Street, II, 44, passed away January 21, 2025 at Crisp Regional Hospital.

The Rincon native was a computer scientist. He was an avid reader, musician, fisherman, and animal lover. Bobby especially loved his wife, mother, sister and nieces and nephews.

He is survived by his wife, Theresa Powell; his mother,...

Jan 19, 2025

Rincon – Larry Kent Gibson, 77, passed away January 19, 2025 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

The Kentucky native retired from Industrial Sales.  He enjoyed golfing, woodworking, and reading.

He was preceded in death by his father, Eugene Gibson; mother, Imogene Trent Boggs; and step-father, Rex Boggs.

Survivors include his wife, Patricia Gibson; daughters,...

Jan 19, 2025

Mr. Frank E. Haskins, 87, of Pooler, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025.

Frank worked for many years for Kress Department Store. He was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Bloomingdale. He also helped for many years at the food bank.

Frank was predeceased by his wife, Peggy Haskins.

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Jan 17, 2025

Mr. Rod Cramer, 78, of Richmond Hill, Georgia, passed away peacefully at home and went to be with his Lord & Savior on Friday, January 17, 2025.

Rod was born in McVeigh, Kentucky. He was preceded in death by his son, Brian Cramer; father, William T. Cramer; stepmother, Sofia Cramer; mother, Helen Alexander Khoury; stepfather, Eugene Petrey;...

Jan 17, 2025

Audrey Genevieve "Jenna" Peth Roush, 58, of Guyton, GA passed away on January 17, 2025.

Jenna was born in Savannah and was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Harriette Peth.  She loved her family very much and worked at United Healthcare for a number of years. She was actively involved and loved being a scout...