local obituaries

Feb 18, 2024

Kyle Thomas Zimdahl, 28, of Augusta, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, February 18, 2024 at his home in Rincon, Georgia. Kyle was living with his grandparents in Rincon while working as an Amazon Warehouse Associate in Pooler, Georgia. Kyle was born on May 15, 1995 in Statesboro, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his maternal great-grandparents Samuel Round...

Feb 17, 2024

Mrs. Rosetta "Mommy Rose" Howard McLamb, 97, of Pooler, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, February 17, 2024 at the Bryan County Health and Rehab facility.

Rosetta was preceded in death by her parents, David Lee Howard and Emma Howard, her husband, John Cornell McLamb, a grandson, David Phillips, a great-grandson, Eric Mattox, and a son-in-law, Craig Phillips.  ...

Feb 17, 2024

Paul J Sliker, 91, of Pooler, Georgia passed away on February 17, 2023 due to complications of a recent illness.

Paul was born in Clinton, NJ along with eleven brothers and sisters. Although he did not finish High School, he soon joined the US Army. He was a proud Korean War Veteran having earned a Purple Heart...

Feb 17, 2024

David Shayne Wilson, 43, of Guyton, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, February 17, 2024 at his home.

Shayne was born in Savannah, Georgia.  He was preceded in death by his father, Lawrence David Wilson; maternal grandfather, Marion Harn; paternal grandparents, Alfonso "Mac" and Dora McElveen, a uncle, Steve Wilson, an aunt, Sherri Deaton, and his mother-in-law, Mary...

Feb 16, 2024

Springfield – Kayla Michele Spence, 31, passed away February 16, 2024.

The Chatham County native was employed with TRL Enterprise as an electrician.  She loved to travel, loved plants, rocks, crystals, reading, and thrifting.  Above all she loved to spend time with her family.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Michele Lynah; grandfather,...

Feb 16, 2024

Rincon- Kenneth Douglas Jeffords, 70, passed away Friday, February 16, 2024 at his home.

The South Carolina native was longtime landscaper, about 40 years, who owned Tiger Landscaping.  Ken was a die-hard Clemson fan, master gardener, and lover of animals. He loved volunteering to help others with their plants and landscaping needs.

Survivors include his...

Feb 15, 2024

Rincon – Judy Dillard Roe, 66, passed away February 15, 2024 at her residence.

The Alabama native was a member of Abundant Life Church and was a retired home health care worker.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward J. Frame and Mary Belle Hicks Frame; brother, Bobby Frame; and sister, Karen Keller....

Feb 14, 2024

Sara Jacqueline Wooten "Jackie", 61 of Bloomingdale, Georgia passed away on February 14, 2024 at her home.

Jackie was born in Savannah, Georgia and had lived in Bloomingdale for 30 years.  She was preceded in death by her parents, John J. Knight, Sr. and Elizabeth Jones Knight; a daughter, Taylor Wooten; brothers, Jeff Knight, JT Knight, and...

Feb 14, 2024

Lamont "Timmy" Bunton, 50, of Pooler, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024.

Timmy was born in Savannah, Georgia.  He was preceded in death by a son, Isaac Bunton, his father, Lawrence T. Bunton, III, and his brother, Lawrence T. Bunton IV.  In his younger years, Timmy was always the "life of the party" and enjoyed...

Feb 14, 2024

Kimberly Leaphart, 57, of Rincon, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at her home after a long illness.

Kim is preceded in death by her parents, John and Carolyn Clifton, her mother Georgeanne Burnsed, and her beloved dog, Hero.

Kim is survived by her husband of nearly thirty-six years, Harmon, and a brother,...

Feb 13, 2024

David D. Myrick, age 59, passed away peacefully at home February 13, 2024.

David was employed with Gamron, Inc. for 22+ years as Head Big Equipment Technician.  He was an avid fisherman, GA DAWG & Falcon fan and NASCAR fan.  David loved anything to do with cars and enjoyed a short racing career with Oglethorpe Speedway in...

Feb 13, 2024

Robert Allen Monroe, "Bob", 88, of Rincon, Georgia has gone home to be with his Lord, passing away at his home on February 13, 2024.

Bob was born in Olean, New York and lived in Ceres, NY, Cincinnati, OH, and Mt. Dora, FL before moving to Georgia. Bob served in the U.S. Army and was an amazing...

Feb 13, 2024

On February 13, 2024, Jennifer Anne Williams completed her journey here on earth. We celebrate her beautiful life with all those who know and love her. She is now with our Good and Gracious God.

Jenni attended Windsor Forest High School, graduating at the top of her class. She earned her BA in Graphic Design from Georgia...

Feb 12, 2024

Charles William Herring Jr.

November 19, 1961 – February 12, 2024

Chuck Herring Jr., 62, of Harleyville, SC, went home to be with the Lord on February 12, 2024, at Hospice Savannah after a courageous battle with cancer.

Chuck was born on November 19, 1961 in Columbus, Georgia to Betty and Charles Herring....

Feb 10, 2024

Joyce Anne (Joy) Burgstiner Brown

We called her Joy. She was born on May 7,1959 to Jean and Burney Burgstiner. True to her name, she brought so much joy to her family and all who knew her.  We will always hold dear her genuine heart and deep desire to help those who were hurting. She always made...

Feb 8, 2024

Springfield – James Andrew "Andy" Hodges, Jr. 72, passed away February 8, 2024 at Ogeechee Area Hospice.

The Screven County native formerly worked in hvac maintenance, he loved gardening and tending to his chickens and guineas.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James Andrew Hodges and Mae Alease Murray Hodges; his wife, Donna...

Feb 7, 2024

Margaret E. Spilliards passed away on February 7, 2024 at Hospice Savannah.

She was born in Telfair Hospital on August 22, 1932.  Margaret graduated from St. Vincents Academy in 1950.  She married James L. Spilliards on December 7, 1951 and they were married 71 years.

Margaret was a homemaker and mother to three before returning...

Feb 7, 2024

Teruko-Fuji Carter, 82, of Pooler, GA

January 12th 1942-February 7th, 2024

Mrs.Carter was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who loved and cared for everyone and everything around her. She loved the outdoors, animals with birds being her favorite. There was never a quiet moment in her life. She was loving, caring and...

Feb 6, 2024

Mr. Lemuel Archie Graham (sometimes known as Sleepy), 89, of Bloomingdale, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at Hospice Savannah after a long battle with cancer.

Lemuel was born in Uvalda, Georgia to the late Fate and Zenobia Graham.  Lemuel served over 30 years in the Air National Guard and retired as an E8 Sergeant.  ...

Feb 6, 2024

Mrs. Gloria L. Farris, 85, of Bloomingdale, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at Candler Hospital.

Gloria was born in Savannah, Georgia and was preceded in death by her parents, Amos and Bertha Weatherhorn Hall, and her beloved youngest son, Timothy Purdee.  Gloria was a telephone operator at Answer Call for many years.  She was...