local obituaries

Aug 31, 2024

Mrs. Donnia Marie Emerson, 70, of Pembroke, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2024 at Camellia Health & Rehabilitation in Claxton, Georgia.

Donnia was born in Chatham County and was preceded in death by her parents, Haynes and Mary Duggar; and brothers, George Herschel Duggar and Bobby Duggar.  She was a loving and giving person who...

Aug 30, 2024

Llyod Jackson Finch, 81, passed away on Friday, August 30, 2024, at his residence.

Jack was known for his strong work ethic, his enjoyment for reading and eagerness to learn.

He was predeceased by his parents; 2 sisters; and 4 brothers.

Survivors include his children, John Finch and Kathleen Ridley; brother, Terry Finch;...

Aug 30, 2024

Mrs. Susan McCants Brant, 73, of Rincon, Georgia, passed away on Friday, August 30, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family.

Susan was born on March 6, 1951 in Orangeburg, South Carolina and she and her husband Donald have lived in Rincon for 48 years.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert "Rock" McCants...

Aug 29, 2024

Annie "Joyce" Bateman Overstreet, 78, passed away on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at Evans Memorial Hospital in Claxton.

Joyce was born in Millen, GA on April 4, 1946, to the late George and Annie Bateman. She grew up in Savannah where she met and married the love of her life Gardie Lyvon Overstreet. Later in life they...

Aug 29, 2024

Anna Cecile Norton of Stilson, GA, 79, passed away on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at home surrounded by her family.

She was born on September 20, 1944, at Hunter Army Airfield to Charles T. Hadwin and Anna Yulee Butler Hadwin.

She was a wife, mother, home maker and part-time hairdresser before she began her career...

Aug 29, 2024

Springfield – Betty Turner Ford, 78, passed away Thursday, August 29, 2024 at her sister's home.

The Nixville, SC native was a retired seamstress, having worked in Springfield and Rincon before keeping children in her home. Betty loved her pets, especially her English Bulldogs. She was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd & Vena Turner; her...

Aug 28, 2024

Lee Roy Lee, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully at his home in Springfield, Georgia, on August 28, 2024.

Roy was born in Bulloch County, Georgia, on August 15, 1940, and raised in the Stilson-Leefield area as the youngest of twelve children. He graduated from Southeast Bulloch High School in 1958. Shortly after graduation he...

Aug 28, 2024

William F. Schmitz, 80, of Savannah, Georgia went to be with the Lord, surrounded by family, on August 28th, 2024.

William (Bill) was born on June 16, 1944 to Carl and Elizabeth(Betty) Schmitz in Cleveland, Ohio.  Raised in Cleveland, Ohio, he attended West Tech High School where he met the love of his life Barbara Freeh.  Bill...

Aug 28, 2024

Robert "Bob" Huffine

He was proud to serve in the United States Marine Corp, loved his country, and most of all loved his family and God. He was a long-time member of Silver Hill Church and loved his church family. Robert was born on March 13, 1941, in Connersville, Pennsylvania. He got his angel wings on August...

Aug 27, 2024

Lugoff, SC – Funeral service for David Charles Parker, 75, will be held on Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at Elgin Congregation Holiness Church in Elgin, S.C.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. The burial will be held on Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. in Effingham Memorial...

Aug 25, 2024

Robin Brown Smith, 51, of Guyton, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2024 at her mother's home.

Robin was born in Monterey, CA and had lived here all of her life.  She was preceded in death by her beloved father, James A. Brown.  She was a member of Meldrim Baptist Church and was a homemaker.  She...

Aug 24, 2024

Harry Truman Davis

April 10, 1936 – August 24, 2024

Harry, Dad, Uncle/Dad was an amazing man, who lived his faith in Jesus. As we celebrate his life, we are all going to learn more about him and remember of how he impacted our lives.

Harry started his career as a sailmaker. His...

Aug 24, 2024

Savannah – Marjorie Wyles Redd, 81, passed away August 24, 2024 at her residence.

The Effingham County native was a homemaker, she enjoyed cooking, going to the beach, and studying her bible.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Marvin Clifford Wyles and Alma Seckinger Wyles; her husband, William Biselle Redd, Jr.; her sisters,...

Aug 24, 2024

Ms. Brenda Lee Carroll Coon, 72, of Oliver, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2024 at Wellstar MCG Health in Augusta, Georgia.

Brenda was born in Vidalia, Georgia and was preceded in death by her parents, Chesley Ervin Carroll and Nettie Ruth Wilkes Coward, as well as her brother, Bobby Dwayne Coward.  Brenda had been employed...

Aug 23, 2024

Guyton – Marion Patrick (Pat) Collins, 82, went to be with his Lord and Savior after a long illness.

He was born in Olar, SC on May 16, 1942 to the late Rosemary Marie Ward Collins and Edward Thomas Collins.  He retired from Union Camp.  He led a life exemplifying Christ.  Pat loved music, fishing and spending...

Aug 21, 2024

Ms. Linda Cochran Cummings, 76, of Ellabell, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at Landmark Hospital.

Linda was born in Savannah, Georgia.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Lymon W. Cochran and Mary Boyles Cochran, as well as five brothers, Lymon W. Cochran, Jr., Steven Cochran, Edward Cochran, Elton Cochran, and David Cochran.  ...

Aug 20, 2024

Thomas Edward Sorg II, age 52,

Born May 25, 1972 - Died August 20, 2024, in his home accompanied by his dogs Skyler and Luke.

Born and raised in Effingham County, Tom was a hardworking Framer and a loving husband, father, and Papa. He always looked out for his brothers, in good times and bad,...

Aug 20, 2024

Rincon – Garry Owen Gwyn Jones, 78, passed away August 20, 2024 at his home.

Born on May 6, 1946 in Peterborough, England to the late Evan Gwyn Jones and Mary Dudley Jackson Jones.  He served in the Welsh Guards and retired as a Detective from Scotland Yard.  He was an avid shooter, loved jazz and playing...

Aug 20, 2024

Rose Elaine Leonard

May 21, 1947 - August 20, 2024

Rincon — Our beloved Rose Elaine Leonard passed away peacefully on August 20th, 2024 at the age of 77.

Elaine was born on May 21, 1947, the eldest child of John and Lorraine Moore. The family moved to Springfield, Georgia while Elaine was...

Aug 19, 2024

Rincon – Byron Lewis Cannaday, Jr., 81, passed away Monday, August 19, 2024 at his home.

The Roanoke, VA native was retired from the US Army having served in Vietnam. He was a member of Jerusalem Lutheran Church where he sang in the choir and a member of the Sons of Confederate Veterans. Byron loved music, singing...