local obituaries

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...

Feb 5, 2024

Brooklet- Earl Bacon, Jr., 93, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Feb. 5, 2024.

He was the son of the late Earl Bacon, Sr. and Iris Buckner Bacon. He was also preceded in death by his loving wife of 42 years, Colleen Ubele Bacon; and his sister, Carolyn DeAngelis Compton.

Earl had...

Feb 4, 2024

Rincon- Robin Nichelle Brooker was born on February 4th 1971 to Betty Wilson in Savannah, GA.  She left this world on February 4th 2024.

She graduated from St. Vincent's Academy in 1989, and then went on to study at Armstrong State University. She would spend most of her career at SCAD as a Purchasing Agent for more...

Feb 4, 2024

Rincon – William Lawton "Bill" Proveaux, 50, passed away February 4, 2024.

The Chatham County native was a U.S. Army Veteran and employed with Good Year.  He loved riding motorcycles, working on vehicles, and helping others.

Survivors include his parents, Ronnie and Eileen Proveaux; his son, Samuel David Proveaux (Victoria Paige Sanders); grandchildren, Willow Rose...

Feb 3, 2024

Mr. Adolfo Uruena, 81, of Pooler, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024.  The viewing and visitation will be on Monday, February 5, 2024 from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. at the funeral home.  Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Homes - WEST CHATHAM CHAPEL - 901 West Highway 80 - Pooler, Georgia (912) 748-2444

Feb 3, 2024

Mr. Bobby Howard, 85,of Bloomingdale, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024 at Pruitt Seaside in Port Wentworth, Georgia.

Bobby was preceded in death by his parents, George Arnold and Ellaree Howard, as well as a grandson, Jeremiah Howard.  He had been employed with Shuman Construction, Clifton Construction and Groundworks Construction companies.  He enjoyed being on...

Feb 2, 2024

Wilma "Boots" Royer Greene, 91, of Spartanburg, South Carolina, died on Friday, February 2, 2024, at White Oak Estates.  A native of Decatur, Alabama, she was born on November 24, 1932, a daughter of the late Ennis and Flaudie McCaghren Royer.  She was a member of Southside Baptist Church and retired from the South Carolina Tax Commission.  Survivors include...

Feb 2, 2024

Our Daddy, Eddie Lee Brown, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2024, with his daughters at his side. He was born in Giles County, Virginia on October 11, 1943 to Pearis Walker "P.W." Brown and Virginia Hare Brown. His family moved to Savannah, Georgia in 1955.

Eddie graduated in 1962 from Robert W. Groves High School. In...

Feb 1, 2024

Mr. Larry Lamb, 74, of Bloomingdale, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, February 1, 2024 at his home.

Larry was born in Durham, North Carolina and spent his formative years in Scranton, South Carolina.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Roland Benjamin and Mary Filyaw Lamb, as well as two sisters and a brother.  He retired...

Feb 1, 2024

Rincon – Audrey Pevey Zipperer, 93, passed away February 1, 2024 at Effingham Hospital.

She was born in Guyton, Georgia on November 8 ,1930 to Nute and Eudell Pevey.  She graduated from Rincon High School in June of 1948.  She married the love of her life, Charles Ernest Zipperer, just a few days after graduation on June...

Feb 1, 2024

Rincon – David "Wayne" Crapps, gained his angel wings on February 1, 2024, at 4:20 am, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born Sept. 05, 1980, in Pensacola, FL to Ms. Elizabeth "Libby" Best Crapps, and the late John Crapps.  He lived most of his life in the Savannah, GA area.

Wayne, as everyone knew him,...

Jan 31, 2024

Mr. Tom Eck, 83, of Port Wentworth, GA, passed away on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at Landmark Hospital.

Tom was born in Nashville, TN and had lived in Dublin, GA for 43 years before moving to Port Wentworth in 2021.  He was a longtime member of the Pine Forest Methodist Church in Dublin, then joined the Port...