local obituaries

Oct 31, 2024

Mr. Joe Henry Oglesbee, 83, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at Memorial Hospital, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, laughter, and a little sweet tea magic.  Born in Glenville, Georgia, Joe spent his life in Savannah and later Bloomingdale, where he became a well-known figure on highways and backroads as an independent...

Oct 31, 2024

Chelsea Michelle Smith, 36, of Bloomingdale, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at Memorial Hospital.

Chelsea was born in Savannah, Georgia and had lived in Chatham County her entire life.  Chelsea was preceded in death by her son, Randy "Raymond" Arnsdorff; her daughter, Aaliyah Wheeler; brother, Lil Jerry Smith; grandparents, George and Janie Cannon, and...

Oct 30, 2024

Newington – Lisa Seckinger Proctor passed away on October 30, 2024 after her battle with cancer.  She was 61 years old, born on January 20, 1963.

She was preceded in death by her daddy, Donald Seckinger and her brother, Donnie Seckinger.

Survivors include the Love of her life and husband of 22 years, Elliott Proctor,...

Oct 29, 2024

Lester William Foreman, Jr., 50 of McIntosh County, passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at his home.

Les was born in Savannah, GA.  He was preceded in death by his brother, Jason Douglas Foreman, his maternal grandparents, W.D. and Doris Stokes Burgess, as well as his father, Lester William Foreman, Sr.  Les loved everything about McIntosh...

Oct 29, 2024

Maxine Anderson Oglesby

Rincon- Maxine Anderson Oglesby, 99, passed away October 29, 2024 at Effingham Care Center, Springfield, GA.

Maxine was a member of Rincon Global Methodist Church. She lovingly supported her husband in his many endeavors during their life together. She loved being a homemaker and taking care of her family.

She...

Oct 27, 2024

Rincon – Steven Marlon Schmidt, 70, passed away October 27, 2024 at Memorial Health.

The Florida native served in the U.S. Air Force and retired from GA Air National Guard 165th Airlift Wing as a Lt. Col. after 22 years.  He was honored to have completed the Top Gun program.  He then retired from Flight Safety after...

Oct 24, 2024

David E. Ulmer, 53, lifetime resident of Bloomingdale, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, October 24, 2024 at Emory University Hospital.

David was preceded in death by his father, Larry Alvin Ulmer, his paternal grandparents, Bertha Mae and Rev. Vernon Ulmer, and his maternal grandparents, Jane Lois and Arthur George Mandry, Sr.  He served his country in the...

Oct 24, 2024

Springfield – Dorothy Louise Boyles Bazemore, 74, passed away October 24, 2024 at Memorial Health.

The Screven County native was a retired Teacher, loved gardening, and collecting dolls.  She was a member of Abundant Life Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Graham Wesley Boyles and Annie Leola Morgan Boyles.

Survivors...

Oct 23, 2024

Mr. Paul McArthur Broach, Sr. "Cowboy" of Guyton, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at Memorial Hospital.

Cowboy was born in Effingham, South Carolina and had lived here for many years.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Linda Broach, a granddaughter, Amber Boggs Powell, his parents, Early Wesley Broach "Doc" and Gertrude Elizabeth...

Oct 23, 2024

Port Wentworth – Gwynn S. Scott, 86, passed away October 23, 2024 at his residence.

The Emmanuel County native retired from the GA Army National Guard after 21 years and from Unocal Corporation.  He enjoyed woodworking, hunting, and fishing.

He was preceded in death by his parents, J.E. Scott and Wessie Sullivan Scott; step-mother, Debby...

Oct 22, 2024

Walter Jean Carswell, beloved wife, mother, and devoted teacher, peacefully ascended to her heavenly home on October 22, 2024, at the age of 75 in Savannah, Georgia, surrounded by her loved ones. Walter showed a lifelong passion for learning, compassion for others, and love for animals, specifically: Jack, Smokey, and Samson.

Walter earned her Bachelor's in English...

Oct 22, 2024

Mary Zoller Turner

June 11, 1925 - October 22, 2024

On October 22, 2024, Mary Z. Turner, age 99, passed away. She was born on June 11, 1925 at Savannah, Georgia. Her parents were Walter and Berta Irene (Reisser) Zoller. She had three brothers, Virgil H. Zoller, Walter M. Zoller, and Frank R. Zoller. On...

Oct 22, 2024

Carolyn Dunn Drake

Rincon – Carolyn Dunn Drake, 81, passed away October 22, 2024 at her home.

The Chatham County native was a member of North Salem Baptist Church. She had previously worked for Savannah Bank, before working at the Port Wentworth Police Department, where she retired.  She was preceded in death by her parents,...

Oct 21, 2024

Mrs. Linda Elaine Vincent Harvey Huggins, 77, of Guyton, GA, passed away on Monday, October 21, 2024.

Linda was born in Savannah, GA and had lived in Pembroke, GA for 30 years before settling in Guyton.  She was preceded in death by a son, Johnny Harvey, Jr., a daughter, Anita Elaine Harvey, husband, Charles Huggins, husband, Johnny...

Oct 19, 2024

Mrs. Bonnie Eileen (Wendt) Foster, 68, of Pooler, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2024.

A gathering of family and friends will be held in her honor on Thursday, November 7th, 2024, at the Crosswinds Golf Club in Pooler, GA from 11:30am- 2:30pm.

Born in Marshfield, Wisconsin she was the third of...

Oct 16, 2024

Guyton – James Robert Byrd, 64, passed away October 16, 2024 at his residence.

He retired from TIC, was an avid fisherman, could fix anything, and loved spending time with his grandchildren and extended family.

He was preceded in death by his father, Elmer Byrd.

Survivors include his daughter, Morgan Byrd (Chad Patterson);...

Oct 15, 2024

Rincon – Margaret Sheffield Phillips Conley, 83, passed away October 15, 2024 at Effingham Care Center.

The Bulloch County native was a member of Maranatha Family Church and retired from BB&T after many years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Charlie Sheffield and Maryann Williams Sheffield; 8 siblings; husbands, Carlton Phillips and Olan...

Oct 15, 2024

Rincon – Patricia Louise Coulter Horne Coleman, 84, passed away October 15, 2024 at The Social at Savannah.

The Pennsylvania native retired from Candler Hospital.  She enjoyed sewing, green bottles, garage sales, books, shoes, and her grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur Coulter and Emma Stewart; husband, James H. Horne; and...

Oct 14, 2024

With deep sorrow, we share the passing of our beloved Christy Raquel Boyles Stone. She passed away at Effingham County Hospital on October 14, 2024 at 46 years old. Christy was a beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, wife, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Christy was born on May 14, 1978, in...

Oct 14, 2024

Sidney Oatley Warner II, 70, of Guyton, GA, was called home to our Lord on October 14, 2024.

Sid was born September 15, 1954, of the late Harold and Muriel Warner in Seattle, WA. Sid retired in 2013 after a 40-year long career in manufacturing management in Tennessee. After retiring, Sid and his wife moved to Springfield,...