local obituaries

May 4, 2024

Phyllis LaVern Diederich, 85, of Pooler, Georgia, passed away peacefully at The Oaks in Pooler on Saturday, May 4, 2024.

She was born May 5, 1938 in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas.  She graduated high school in May of 1956 and worked at Gulfstream Aerospace in several positions.  Phyllis also volunteered at her church over many years.  Phyllis was...

May 3, 2024

Springfield – Karen Bothwell Neidlinger, 84, born on August 23, 1939 in Little Sioux, Iowa to Leo and Nina Bothwell, passed away on May 3, 2024.

Karen was the second of ten children, they were a hardworking family that was full of love.  She continued to share love with her family and friends, most of all she...

May 3, 2024

Mrs. Judith (Judy) Ann Duran, 74, of Pooler, GA, passed away on Friday, May 3, 2024 at PruittHealth Seaside surrounded by her family.

Judy was born in Dublin, GA and had lived in Pooler for a number of years.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Jay Edward Duran, her parents, Quinton and Runelle Wilkes Maddox,...

May 2, 2024

Mr. Johnny Lamar Bedingfield, 80, of Guyton, GA, passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at PruittHealth.

Johnny, an Emanuel County native,  was born in Swainsboro, GA, growing up on a farm near Nunez, GA and raising tobacco, cotton and peanuts.  He was a 1962 graduate of Swainsboro High School.  After graduation he lived in Atlanta for...

May 2, 2024

Mrs. Nancy P. Bachner, 75, of Pooler, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at her home.

Nancy was born in Jersey City, New Jersey.  Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, Vincent and Ann Massa and her sister, Barbara Carlon.

Survivors include her loving husband Ronald J. Bachner; daughters Leslie Ann DeMedici...

May 1, 2024

Mrs. Mary Lou Harper Boyette, 96, of Bloomingdale, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at the Resorts at Pooler.

Mary was born in Collins, Georgia and had lived in Bloomingdale for many years.  She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 68 years, Fred F. Boyette, a son, Jimmie Boyette, as well as...

Apr 29, 2024

Charles "Chuck" Hobart Harrelson, Jr. known for his infectious laughter passed away on April 29, 2024 at the age of 67. Chuck was a long time resident of Bloomingdale, GA.

Chuck was born on April 21, 1957 to Charles and Sandra Harrelson in Savannah, GA. He graduated from Tompkins High School in 1975. He worked as a...

Apr 28, 2024

Rincon - Mr. Earl ("Tommy") Powell, 66, passed away Sunday, April 28, 2024 surrounded by his loving daughter and son.  Mr. Powell was born in Savannah, Georgia. He was a hardworking father and devoted husband who enjoyed spoiling his grandchildren with sweet treats. After greater than thirty of years of service, Mr.  Powell retired from Gulfstream Aerospace.  He is...

Apr 27, 2024

Mrs. Sandra Lynn Harrelson, of Garden City, GA, passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2024 with her family by her side.  She was born on September 12, 1944 in Ridgeland, SC.  She was raised in Levy, South Carolina, the youngest of 13 children, and spent the remainder of her life in the Savannah area after marrying James T. Harrelson,...

Apr 27, 2024

Mrs. Angie Louise Andrews, 86, passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at Pruitt Health Hospice House in Swainsboro, Georgia.

Angie was born in Ridgeland, South Carolina and spent many years in Port Wentworth, Georgia.  She was preceded in death by her husband John David Andrews, Sr., parents Ruth and Arnold Benton, and Joseph Branch, brother Francis...

Apr 27, 2024

Brooklet – John Edward Malphus, 85, passed away April 27, 2024 at Memorial Health.

The Effingham County native served in the U.S. Marines and was a retired Carpenter.  He enjoyed building swings and rocking chairs.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Samuel Christopher Malphus and Thelma Irene Griffin Malphus; and his wife, Susie...

Apr 27, 2024

Mr. Richard A. Dotson, Sr., 93, of Pooler, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2024.

Richard was born in Savannah, Georgia and lived most of his life in Pooler.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert S. Dotson, Sr. and Doris Greene Dotson, his beloved wife, Mary Ruth Youmans Dotson, and a son, Jeffrey...

Apr 25, 2024

Guyton – Gail Page Rud, 65, passed away April 25, 2024 at her residence.

The Chatham County native was a member of Mizpah Church.  She retired from Supply Chain Management, enjoyed the outdoors, being on the water, and riding motorcycles.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Troy and Carol Page; and brother, Phil...

Apr 25, 2024

Rincon – Mary Louise Tirpak, 86, native of Indiana, passed away Thursday, April 25, 2024, peacefully at her home. She was born on February 11, 1938. She retired after 16 years of service at Lowe's in the outside garden center.  She was an amazing mother, grandmother & great-grandmother. She was known for her artistic ability and her superior gardening...

Apr 23, 2024

Springfield - Nicholas Wayne Bevill "Nickey" passed away on April 23, 2024 at Memorial Health

surrounded by his family.

He was born on December 3, 1946 to Odis Edward Bevill and Miriam Mercer Bevill. Nickey loved spending time with his family, becoming Pop in 2003 when his first grandchild was born. He dearly loved spending...

Apr 21, 2024

Savannah – Judith Virginia Reddick Daring, 85, passed away April 21, 2024 at her residence surrounded by her family.

The Screven County native was a member of Bible Baptist Church and a former Sunday School Teacher.  She was a retired day care owner/operator.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd Reddick and Geneva...

Apr 21, 2024

Guyton – Terri Lynn Pritchard Powers, 70, passed away April 21, 2024 at her residence.

The North Carolina native was a retired teacher having taught at E.C.H.S. and South Effingham High.  She was preceded in death by her husband, David Alan Powers; parents, Roger Pritchard and Macy Rawls Pritchard; and brother, Elbert Pritchard.

Survivors include...

Apr 19, 2024

Rincon – Sandra B. Wilt, 84, loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother and Friend entered God's Eternal Kingdom on April 19, 2024, where she will be reunited with her husband of 58 years, Richard G. Wilt, Sr.  She is also preceded in death by her parents, Arlene Reed Bennett and James Ezra Bennett, Jr. and brother, James A. Bennett.

Apr 19, 2024

Our entire family is saddened to announce the peaceful passing of Marie "Lucille" Crapse Dowd on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at her son and daughter-in-law's home in Pooler, Georgia. Lucille was a vibrant individual who held steadfast to her opinions and views. She was born in Rincon, Georgia on November 26, 1934. Lucille married John J. Dowd on August...

Apr 18, 2024

Wanda Jean Waldhour, 74, of Port Wentworth, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024 at Memorial Hospital.

Wanda was born in Savannah, Georgia and was preceded in death by her parents, Willard Waldhour and Helen Boykin Brazell, as well as a brother, Donald Waldhour.  Wanda was a graduate of Richard Arnold High School.  She was employed...