local obituaries

Oct 13, 2024

CMSgt Jimmy R. Murrell

Guyton- CMSgt Jimmy R. Murrell, 41, passed away on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at 2:13 pm at Memorial Health in Savannah, GA, surrounded by family.

Chief Master Sergeant Jimmy Murrell joined the United States Air Force in his senior year of high school at Effingham County High.  After high school graduation...

Oct 13, 2024

Dr. Stanley F. Childers, 71, of Pooler, GA, passed away on Sunday, October 13, 2024 at Memorial Hospital.

Stanley was born in Anderson, SC and had lived here for many years.  He was preceded in death by his son, Patrick R. Childers and his father, Floyd Isaiah "Ike" Childers.  Before retiring he owned and operated Dr. Stan...

Oct 11, 2024

Amy Rene Cottingham, 55, of Savannah, GA, passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024 at her home.

Amy was born in Aiken, SC, and had lived here for many years where she graduated from Savannah Christian in 1987.  She was preceded in death by her father, W.A. Cottingham.  She was employed at Memorial Health University Hospital on...

Oct 8, 2024

Guyton – Gladys Helen Owens Jones, 87, passed away October 8, 2024 at her residence.

The Chatham County native was a longtime member of South Newington Baptist Church and a homemaker.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lonnie P. Owens and Gertrude Woods Sherrod Johnson; brother, Lonnie Owens; and her husband of 72...

Oct 7, 2024

Mrs. Blanch Atkinson Bachmann, 75, of Port Wentworth, Georgia, passed away on Monday, October 7, 2024 at Hospice Savannah.

Blanch was born in Savannah, Georgia and was preceded in death by her husband, Henry R. "Hank" Bachmann, her parents, Elisha Daniel Atkinson and Virginia Murken Atkinson, as well as her brother, Elisah Daniel "Danny" Atkinson, Jr.  Blanch...

Oct 3, 2024

Guyton – Remer Henry Jones, 92, passed away October 3, 2024 at his residence.

The Tattnall County native retired from Union Camp, was a longtime member of South Newington Baptist Church where he had previously served as chairman of the deacons.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ottis Jones and Ronella Williams Jones;...

Oct 3, 2024

Mrs. Linda Dixon Hendrix, 72, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, October 3, 2024 at her home.

Linda was born in Virginia and had lived in the Savannah area for a number of years.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Harry Dixon and Mary Deloach.  She was a Christian, enjoyed collecting guns, and was...

Oct 3, 2024

Grady "DEAN" Turner, 64, of Brunswick, Georgia, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at Southeast Georgia Health System.

Dean was born in Savannah, Georgia and lived in the area until 2008 when he moved to Brunswick.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Grady Sibly Turner and Camilla Alford Turner.  Dean...

Sep 30, 2024

Guyton – Merrie Catherine Smith Rewis, 63 passed away September 30, 2024 at Prisma Health Richland Hospital in Columbia, SC.

Cathy was a native of Vidalia and had just moved back there last month.  She was a homemaker, loved gardening, but loved Jesus most of all.  She was a member of Crossroads Church in Guyton.  She loved...

Sep 29, 2024

In loving memory of Evelyn Channell Helmly

1929 – 2024

Rincon – Evelyn Helmly, age 94, affectionately known to her family as Meeme, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, September 29, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.  A devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend, she will be deeply missed by all who knew...

Sep 29, 2024

Guyton – John Stephen Heer, 62, died in a motorcycle accident on Sunday, September 29, 2024.

The Columbus, Ohio native was a RN at Candler Hospital. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Rincon and the Patriot Guard. John loved motorcycles and spending time with his family.

He is survived by his wife,...

Sep 28, 2024

Mr. William Leroy Parrish "Bill", 69, of Ellabell, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2024 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

Bill was born in Savannah, Georgia.  He was preceded in death by his significant other, Carol Robider; parents, Paul and Edna P. Yeakle, and a grandson, Kaleb Parrish.  He served his country in the United States Army.  ...

Sep 28, 2024

Rincon – Heaven gained a sweet gentle spirit when, Maurine Cook Santoro, 96, passed away September 28, 2024 at Effingham Hospital.

The Bulloch County native was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church.  She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt who was always there when we needed her the most, offering wisdom, support,...

Sep 27, 2024

James Douglas "Doug" Burns, 71, of Springfield, Georgia passed peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer at his home surrounded by his family on Friday, September 27th, 2024. He was welcomed into this world by his adoring parents, Jim and Elise Burns, and his big sister, Vera. Not long after, he became a big brother to his best friend...

Sep 25, 2024

Springfield – Juanita Lamb Poole, 93, passed away September 25, 2024 at Eagle Health & Rehab.

The Emanuel County native was a member of Faulkville Baptist Church and attended Goshen Road Baptist Church.  She retired from Union Camp and worked at McDonald's in Rincon for many years.

She was preceded in death by her parents,...

Sep 24, 2024

William Thomas Hill

Rincon - With very heavy hearts, we announce the passing of William Thomas Hill (Bill), age 59.

Bill was born in Queens, New York on February 10, 1965. He also lived in Virginia Beach, VA before making his home in Georgia.

Bill loved his family and friends wholeheartedly. The people...

Sep 23, 2024

Rincon – Sue Nell Kennedy Moore (Mema), 92, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family.

The Evans County native was a retired ICU Nurse at Memorial Health and was a caregiver.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lefler Kennedy and Susie Mae Bargeron Kennedy; husband, Waldo...

Sep 22, 2024

Rincon - Mr. Joseph Calvin "Jody" Ford, 76, passed away at home on September 22nd, 2024.  Jody was born in Guyton, Georgia, on November 30th, 1947, to Joseph and Cassie Ford.  He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and hanging out with friends.  Jody is survived by his loving wife of 55 years Ruby "Kitty" Ford, son John Joseph "Joey" Ford, Sr.,...

Sep 22, 2024

Rincon – Mr. Olan Anderson Exley (Andy) was born on September 14, 1945 in Savannah, GA and he passed from this earth into Heaven on September 22, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.

Mr. Andy was preceded in death by his parents, Olan C. and Mae Lee Exley.

He is survived by his son, Steve...

Sep 22, 2024

Rincon – Virginia Gundersen, 80, passed away Sunday, September 22, 2024 at her son's home. She leaves behind her son, David Springer (Rachel); her grandchildren, Cameron Springer (Gracin) and Logan Springer; and great-grandchildren, Levi & Liam.

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel (912) 754-6421