local obituaries

Nov 1, 2025

Thomas Harvey "Tommy" Williams, Sr., 61, of Ellabell, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025.

Tommy is going to be missed by his daughters, Hailey Williams and Cheyenne Williams; three grandchildren; mother, Patsy Williams; siblings, John Lee "Johnny" Williams, Jr., Henry Emmitt Williams (Tracy), Joe Edward Williams (Celisa), and Samantha Casey (Chris); uncle, Jay Lee, as...

Oct 31, 2025

Lillian Faith Isonhood, 50, of Allenhurst, Georgia, passed away on Friday, October 31, 2025 at Hospice Savannah.

Faith will be missed by her husband of 25 years, Richard L. Isonhood, III; children, Haileigh Polk (Jay), L. Wade Newman, III (Alesha Harrington), Richard L. Isonhood, IV (Haley), and Luke D. Isonhood; grandchildren, Hunter L. Polk, Aubree F. Polk,...

Oct 31, 2025

Guyton- Roger L. Chaffin, 84, passed away on Friday, October 31, 2025 at his home.

Visitation: 10 – 11 am Tuesday November 4, 2025 in the funeral home.

Funeral: 11 am Tuesday, November 4, 2025 in the funeral home chapel.

Interment: Bethesda Methodist Church Cemetery

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral...

Oct 30, 2025

Beverly Lynn Bodnar

Aug. 02 1950 - Oct. 30 2025

Forever in our hearts.  She was a kind, generous and strong woman who opened her heart and home to any that needed it.  She was our family's rock and it's soul.  The world is a little less bright without her.  She will be missed terribly...

Oct 29, 2025

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Mark Helmly Austin February 16, 1975 – October 29, 2025

Clyo - Mark Helmly Austin, 50, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away on October 29, 2025. Born and raised in Savannah on February 16, 1975, Mark was a lifelong resident who will be remembered for his kind heart and love of family.

He...

Oct 28, 2025

Mrs. Sherma Ree Smith, 97, of Jesup, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 after being surrounded by her family for the past week.

Sherma will be missed by her daughter, Sharon Longworth; son, Greg Smith (Pam); 27 grandchildren; 58 great-grandchildren; 67 great-great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in...

Oct 28, 2025

Springfield – 1SG(R) Robert Patrick "Bob" Hynes, 76, passed away October 28, 2025 at his residence.

The New York native served in the U.S. Air Force  as a Korean linguist and translator before joining active duty GA Army National Guard with a total of nearly 30 years.  He then transitioned over to  work at NAPA in Rincon  ...

Oct 25, 2025

Sandy Phillips, 68, of Statesboro, Georgia,went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, October 25, 2025.

Sandy will tremendously be missed by her husband of 50 years, Berry Phillips; her daughter and son-in-law, Brittany Phillips Wilson (Stephen Wilson, Jr.) her granddaughter, Olivia Wilson; sister, Dale Ashley; sisters-in-law, Melbry Devine (Joey Devine) and Michelle Jarvis...

Oct 24, 2025

James Edward McGarry, Jr. went to be with the Lord on October 24, 2025, in Savannah, Georgia.  James, (Jay), was born on December 13, 1942 in Crichton, West Virginia to the late James Edward McGarry, Sr., and Effie Edna Morris McGarry.  He was the youngest of three children and told great tales of growing up with his 2 sisters...

Oct 24, 2025

Danny L. Crabb, age 78, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 24, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Oreta Crabb; father-in-law Henry Clyde Sherrod; mother-in-law Dewese Sherrod; nephew Jeff Crabb; and brother-in-law Wayne Sherrod.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 45 years, Regina...

Oct 22, 2025

Mrs. Sharon Cleland, 75, died on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at the Effingham County Extended Care Facility.  She was born in Toombs County, Georgia and lived most of her life in Port Wentworth, Georgia before moving to Effingham County.  Mama went to the School of Ministry many years at Life Spring Worship Center in Bloomingdale, Georgia.  She was also...

Oct 21, 2025

Rincon—Harmon B. Leaphart, 60, after a long illness, passed away October 21, 2025 at Candler Hospital.

Harmon is preceded in death by his wife of thirty-six years, Kimberly Clifton Leaphart; his parents, Tillman Bryan and Cora Lee Leaphart; sister, Michele Leaphart Eddington; brother Barney Allen ("Al") Leaphart; half-brother, Timothy Leaphart; and his beloved dog Hero.

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Oct 20, 2025

After Glenne and Joe Butler moved their five children from Savannah to Guyton in the mid1940s, Yvonne and her older sister, Mary Olive (Ratchford), could not wait to move back to the city. Then she met Ludean Falagan, and her life path - as well as Mary Olive's - remained in Effingham. Meanwhile, her younger brothers and sister (Lee,...

Oct 20, 2025

Dr. Paul McLeod Brinson Jr. (Mac) was born to Paul and Eloise Brinson in Savannah, GA on December 29th, 1949. He passed away on October 20th , 2025, at Memorial Hospital in Savannah, GA at the age of 75.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Mary Jane Brinson; his son, Clay Brinson (wife Tiffany);...

Oct 20, 2025

Guyton – Allen Hoyle Bridges, 80, passed away October 20, 2025 at his home.

The Asheville, NC native was owner/operator of Allen's Body Shop for 32 years in Candler, NC. Allen was a member of Bethel Baptist Church in Asheville. He loved his animals, gardening, yardwork, but especially loved being with his family.

He was...

Oct 19, 2025

Gloria Constance Cravitz Ellison peacefully joined her beloved husband, Alvie Eugene "Gene" Ellison, in Heaven on October 19, 2025.

Born in Appling County, Georgia, Gloria was the cherished daughter of the late Myrtice Florine Faircloth and George Marvin Cravitz.  She was lovingly raised in Swainsboro, Georgia by her devoted grandparents, Lora and Lawrence Faircloth.

A...

Oct 19, 2025

Rincon – Alyce Virginia "Ginger" Schuman, 66, went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 19, 2025.

The Chesterfield, SC native loved boating, camping, the mountains, the beach, cooking, cleaning and above all her family. She was known for her loving smile, her sense of humor, and her heart of gold.

She was...

Oct 18, 2025

Guyton – Mark Douglas Peters, 52, went to be with his Lord and Savior on October 18, 2025.

Mark was born in Kentucky, raised in South Carolina and moved to Georgia.  He worked for Gulfstream Aerospace in the seat and upholstery department.  Mark was a loving and compassionate person with a soft heart for anyone in need,...

Oct 18, 2025

Clyo – Beverly Ann Owens, 70, passed away October 18, 2025.

The Effingham County native retired from Derst Baking Company after many years.  She enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, grilling, and a fire.  She was a member of Jerusalem Lutheran Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred Wall Owens and Ila Pearl Waldhour...

Oct 18, 2025

Mrs. Nellie Jo Boyles, 73, of Guyton, Georgia, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at her home and is now back in the loving arms of her husband Billy.

Nellie was born in Savannah, Georgia and was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Elliott W. "Billy" Boyles, III; her daughter,...