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Michael Journagan

Michael Journagan

Apr 24, 2023

Michael Journagan, 43, of Guyton, Georgia, passed away on Monday, April 24, 2023 at his home.

Michael was born in Tehachapi, California. He was a car enthusiast, enjoyed riding his bicycle and doing yard work.

Survivors include his son, Caleb Herring; father, Samuel Journagan (Delaine); mother, Wanda Dugan (Chip); siblings, Angela Journagan,...

Christopher T. Williams

Christopher T. Williams

Apr 23, 2023

Clyo – Christopher T. Williams, 37, passed away Sunday, April 23, 2023 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

Chris had spent most of his life in the Savannah area having owned his own business. Chris had a big heart and a genuine relationship with others....

Lawrence Edward Benjamin

Lawrence Edward Benjamin

Apr 23, 2023

Guyton – Lawrence Edward Benjamin, 81, passed away April 23, 2023 at his daughter's residence.

The Indiana native graduated from Zephyr Hills High School where he ran track and played basketball. He retired from retail management.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Benjamin and Mary Boyce Underhill.

Thomas Alan Hamilton

Thomas Alan Hamilton

Apr 22, 2023

Rincon – Thomas Alan Hamilton, 49, passed away April 22, 2023 at Effingham Hospital.

The Effingham native had worked for many years at Gulfstream. He loved the outdoors, kayaking, and four-wheeling. Tommy was a great husband, dad & Pop.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Donna Hamilton; his parents, Billy...

Vernon Hathcock

Vernon Hathcock

Apr 22, 2023

Vernon Hathcock, 84, passed away on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at his home surrounded by his wife and children.

Vernon was born in Portal, GA on July 10, 1938 to the late RT and Iverna Hathcock. He married the love of his life Edith Jones Hathcock in 1961. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather,...

Anthony "Ricky" Kent

Anthony "Ricky" Kent

Apr 20, 2023

Mr. Anthony "Ricky" Kent, 70, of Bloomingdale, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, April 20, 2023 at his home.

Ricky was born in Savannah, Georgia to the late Anthony Emanuel Kent and Eunice Humphries Kent. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 37 years, Judy Ann Ray Kent. Ricky had been employed with...

Steven D. Jackson, Jr.

Steven D. Jackson, Jr.

Apr 18, 2023

Our Beloved Steven D . Jackson , affectionately called " Steve ," was born September 13, 1984, in San Bernardino, California. Steve transitioned from his earthly body, and T he Father met him with the kiss of glory. His father, Steven Jackson Sr, and his grandparents, John Jenkins, Theophus and Mahalia...

Emily Meghan Monahan

Emily Meghan Monahan

Apr 16, 2023

Two years have gone by since our dear and lovely daughter, Emily Meghan Monahan, died unexpectedly in Savannah, Georgia. Emily's sudden death occurred on April 16, 2023. She was 21 years old. Time has not lessened our grief, on a daily basis we continue to miss her genuine, heartfelt, exuberant love of life.

Emily was born on...

Frances Annette Miller

Frances Annette Miller

Apr 16, 2023

Mrs. Frances Annette Miller, 84, of Meldrim, GA, passed away on Sunday, April 16, 2023 at her home.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Osbert and Frances Johnson, her husband, Wrex L. Miller, and a son-in-law, Louis Walz.  Annette was a long time and faithful member of Meldrim Baptist Church.  She loved tending in her...

Gay Roger Graham

Gay Roger Graham

Apr 15, 2023

Clyo – Gay Roger Graham passed away on Saturday morning, April 15, 2023 at his home after an extended illness. He was 84 years old.

Gay was born in Oliver, GA on January 30, 1939 to Tillman & Louise Graham.

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Frank Lewis

Frank Lewis

Apr 14, 2023

Guyton – Frank Lewis, 79, passed away April 14, 2023 at his residence.

The Chatham County native was a member of Sand Hill Baptist Church and retired from the Boilermaker's Union Local #26.  He was a former Fire Chief and he loved the river.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Wilma...

Larry D. Weddle

Larry D. Weddle

Apr 14, 2023

Springfield – Larry D. Weddle, 81, passed away April 14, 2023 at his home in Springfield.

Larry was born in Detroit, MI, served in the Army and graduated from the University of Florida with an Ag Economics degree.  He joined Purina Mills in 1967 at the Detroit headquarters. Later he became a District Sales Manager, living in...

Teresa Burnsed James

Teresa Burnsed James

Apr 14, 2023

Teresa Burnsed James, Age 66.  Passed away April 14, 2023, at home surrounded by her loving family.

She was preceded in death by her daughter Emily Gail Burgess and her brother Arthur Jack Burnsed Sr.

Teresa is survived by her loving husband of 20 years, William W. James and children, Sarah (Jerry) Livingston, Jessica (Terry)...

Reginald Clay Helmly

Reginald Clay Helmly

Apr 13, 2023

Reginald Clay Helmly , 57, passed away on April 13 after a courageous battle with leukemia.  Clay was born in Savannah, GA and graduated from Savannah Christian Preparatory School in 1984. He has lived in Clyo, GA for the past 35 years.

Clay will be remembered for his love of the Lord, his family, and...

Eloise B. Woods

Eloise B. Woods

Apr 13, 2023

Port Wentworth, Mrs. Eloise B. Woods, 76, passed away April 13, 2023, at home with family at her side.

Mrs. Eloise was the previous owner and operator of Woods Seafood and was a member of LifeSpring Worship Center.  She is preceded in death by her parents, George and Virginia Bragg; husband, James H. Woods; son, Charles Ray...

Paul Rickman Uhlenbrock

Paul Rickman Uhlenbrock

Apr 13, 2023

Paul Rickman Uhlenbrock "Ricky", 46 passed away at home April 13,2023 in Brooklet, GA.  He was born June 14, 1976, to Paul and Rita Uhlenbrock.

Ricky was born in Kentucky where he spent a short time until moving to Savannah with his family as a child.  He attended Windsor Forest High School and later went...

Norman Virgil Beatty

Norman Virgil Beatty

Apr 13, 2023

Norman Virgil Beatty, 83, passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2023.

Norman had been retired for many years.  He loved reading, gardening,...

Wilton Gary Callaway

Wilton Gary Callaway

Apr 12, 2023

Port Wentworth - Gary Callaway passed away on April 12,

2023 at Heritage Inn Health and Rehabilitation in Statesboro,

Georgia after a long illness.

Gary lived the majority of his life in Port Wentworth, Georgia

and was a member of First Baptist Church of Port Wentworth.

He had lived...

George Edward Helmey (Eddie) (Pops)

George Edward Helmey (Eddie) (Pops)

Apr 11, 2023

George Edward Helmey, Jr. (Eddie) (Pops) 62, passed away Tuesday, April 11, 2023 following an extended illness.  He was born November 26, 1960 in Savannah, GA and lived in Guyton, GA.

Eddie was a 1978 graduate of Effingham County High School, Springfield, GA.  He attended Savannah Vocational Technical School for machining.  He retired from Gulfstream Aerospace after...

Ruth Trammell Gresham

Ruth Trammell Gresham

Apr 10, 2023

Mrs. Ruth Trammell Gresham, 98, of Bloomingdale, Georgia, passed away on Monday, April 10, 2023 at her home.

Ruth was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee to the late Daniel C. Trammell and Jessie Carroll Trammell.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, William P. Gresham, and a son, Mark Gresham.  She retired as the Financial Secretary...

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