local obituaries

Jun 6, 2023

Ernest Julian Oetgen "E.J.", of Bloomingdale, GA, passed away on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at Memorial Health Hospital.  Julian was born on May 8, 1962 in Savannah, GA to the late Frank E. Oetgen, Sr. and Muriel Nelson Oetgen.  He was also preceded in death by his grandparents, E.J. & Katherine N. Oetgen, James & Elsie Nelson, a brother,...

Jun 5, 2023

Clyo – Linda Bunch Edwards, 74, passed away Monday, June 5, 2023 at her home.

The Effingham County native was a member of Corinth Baptist Church. She loved spending time with her family and friends.

Survivors include her husband, Lloyd B. Edwards; children, Tracy E. Beard (Daniel), Glenn Edwards (Tiffany), and Clifford L. Edwards (Amy);...

Jun 4, 2023

Edward Allen Eppinger (Al), 85, went to his heavenly home, peacefully on June 4, 2023 at the Savannah Hospice inpatient unit. He was a faithful man who loved the Lord, his family, church and his community.

Al was born in Zebulon, Georgia on February 22, 1938 to Sarah Kathryn Ballard Eppinger and James Edward Eppinger. After graduating...

May 31, 2023

Rincon – Denise L. Lines, 62, passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at St. Joseph's Hospital surrounded by loved ones.

The Augusta GA native was a member of New Bethel AME Church and a retired bookkeeper. Denise loved crocheting and crafts, singing in the choir, teaching Sunday School and attending Bible studies. She was preceded in...

May 30, 2023

Jacob "Jake" Bart Traywick, infant son of Jeremy Bart Traywick and Suzanna Gamble Traywick, sadly passed away May 30, 2023, from complications of childbirth.  Although his life was brief, he has brought joy and pride to so many of his large extended family.

In addition to his parents, Jake is survived by his sister, Lainey Marie Mullins,...

May 29, 2023

Pembroke, Jeffrey Lane, 65, passed away on Monday, May 29, 2023, at Memorial Hospital.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Lena Katherine (Kitty) Lipe Lane.

He is survived by his siblings; brother, Michael Lane (Marcella); sister, Debra Smoak; nephews, Robbie Smoak (Lisa), Justin Lane and Joseph Lane.

A private...

May 28, 2023

Guyton – William Harold Colson, 79, passed away Sunday May 28, 2023.

The Kissimmee, FL native was a retired US Mail contractor and a US Army Vietnam veteran.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Colson.

Survivors include his children, Sean Christopher Colson and Lisa Colleen Dooley; and grandchildren, Christopher Tyler and Morgan...

May 27, 2023

Rincon - Richard Glen Valeiko, 47, passed away Saturday May 27, 2023  at Landmark Hospital after a long illness.

The Effingham County Native was a graduate of Effingham County HS and had worked in the electrical and HVAC trades. Beloved son and brother, he loved Atlanta Braves baseball, watching college football, spent lots of time camping, fishing...

May 25, 2023

Rincon – Randy "Bo Gator" Hodges, 65, passed away May 25, 2023 at Candler Hospital after a long illness.

The Chatham County native served in the National Guard and worked in construction.  He loved hunting and fishing.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Martha Hodges.

Survivors include his niece,...

May 24, 2023

Walterine Rivers Conyers

Sunrise: October 23, 1932 – Sunset: May 24, 2023

Funeral: 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel, 2460 Hwy. 21 S., Rincon, GA 31326

Graveside to follow at Lincoln Memorial Cemetery, Savannah, GA.

Hinesville – Walterine Rivers Conyers was...

May 24, 2023

Guyton- Stephen Wayne Bowles, 54, passed away Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at Memorial Health.

The Savannah native loved sports and fishing with his Dad and brother. He was a graduate of Groves High School Class of 1988 where he was named All-City offensive right guard from 1987-1988. He loved his family and the Georgia Bulldogs. He was...

May 24, 2023

Michael Wilson Henderson, 60, of Thunderbolt, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at his home.

Michael was born in Savannah, Georgia and was preceded in death by his mother, Edna Grizzard Yancey, a brother, Joe Kenny, and his sister, Michelle Henderson.

Survivors include his daughter, Brittany Henderson; his son, Jason Seger; grandchildren, Lucas...

May 24, 2023

Sherry L. Garrett Roberts, 59, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at her home.

Sherry was born in Savannah, Georgia.  She was preceded in death by her father, Tommy Mullins, grandparents, Buck and Bessie Lovell, and aunts, Wanda Austin and Betty Villafranco.  She was always entertaining, and full of surprises.  She loved her...

May 22, 2023

Guyton – Karen Higgs Hunt, 71, passed away May 22, 2023 at her residence.

The Chatham County native retired from Calvary Baptist Church Daycare after 25 years.  She enjoyed fishing, gardening, camping, and her animals.  Her favorite things to do were fish fries, oyster roasts, and cookouts with her family.  She loved to dance and spend the...

May 20, 2023

Mrs. Mary Alice Harris, 70, of Pooler, GA, passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2023 at home.

She was born December 22, 1952, in Savannah, GA but lived in Pooler, Ga for her whole life. She was a homemaker, loving wife and mother. She was a member of Rincon Baptist Temple. She was preceded in death by...

May 20, 2023

Mrs. Bernice Turner Roberson, 90, of Pooler, GA, passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2023.

Bernice was born in Portal, GA to the late Grady Henry Turner and Lillie Mae White Turner.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, Pete Roberson, a sister, Irma Conner, and a brother, Henry Turner.  She was the co-owner/operator of...

May 20, 2023

Mrs. Debbie Ann Burke, 65, of Pooler, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2023 at her home after her battle with cancer.

Debbie was born in Savannah, Georgia to the late E.M. Dilas and Evelyn Carter McGill.  She was a member of LifeSpring Worship Center, enjoyed gardening and cooking, but most of all, spending time with...

May 19, 2023

Norwood Clinton Zittrouer, 79, of Springfield, Georgia, passed away at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah GA, on May 19, 2023.

He was born and raised in Springfield, GA, and graduated from Effingham County High School. Norwood joined the Navy and was stationed at Rhode Island Naval Base aboard the Destroyer U.S.S. Ingraham. He later served at Mayport...

May 19, 2023

Bloomingdale, Ernest C. Grizzard, Sr., 78, passed away on Friday, May 19, 2023.

The Savannah native retired from the US Army and was a current City Council Member for Bloomingdale.  He was also a member of the Richard T. Turner Masonic Lodge.  Ernest was a very outgoing person who loved to talk with everyone.

He...

May 18, 2023

Walterboro, SC – Peggy Singley Lane, 74, passed away Thursday, May 18, 2023 at Pruitt Healthcare Seaside.

The Bulloch County native was a retired medical assistant for Dr. Laygo and Dr. Nichols. She loved the beach, growing flowers and spending time with her grandchildren.

Survivors include her children, David Singley (Cathy), Kenneth Singley, and Patricia...