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Wilbur "Buzzy" Wright, Sr.

Wilbur "Buzzy" Wright, Sr.

Dec 6, 2022

Mr. Wilbur "Buzzy" Wright, Sr., 78, of Eden, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at Memorial Hospital.

Buzzy was born in Savannah, Georgia to the late Oliver Wright and Anna Cribbs Wright.  He was also preceded in death by six brothers and two sisters.  He retired from Overnite Transportation and was of the Baptist faith. ...

Philip Kahrs Drummond

Philip Kahrs Drummond

Dec 5, 2022

Philip Kahrs Drummond, 57, of Pooler, Georgia, passed away on Monday, December 5, 2022 at his home.

Philip was born in Jacksonville, Florida on August 25, 1965 and was preceded in death by his father, Philip L. Drummond.  He attended Bloomingdale Alliance Church and had worked in the hotel industry most of his life.

Survivors...

Earl V. Neurath

Earl V. Neurath

Dec 5, 2022

Rincon – Earl V. Neurath, 89, passed away December 5, 2022 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

The Chatham County native retired from Union Camp after 44 years of service and was a member of Bible Lutheran Church.  He was preceded in death by his parents, William J. Neurath and Mattie Floyd Neurath; sister, Nona Chafin; brothers, Jay Neurath...

Carroll J. Rush

Carroll J. Rush

Dec 4, 2022

Mr. Carroll J. Rush, 84, of Bloomingdale, GA, passed away on Sunday, December 4, 2022.

Carroll was born in Tattnall County and was preceded in death by his parents, Audie Lee and Inez Baker Rush.  He was a retired truck driver, and in his younger days was an avid fisherman, hunter, and enjoyed playing basketball.

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Marvin L. Humphries

Marvin L. Humphries

Dec 4, 2022

Guyton – Marvin L. Humphries, 83, passed away December 4, 2022 at Candler Hospital.

The Dooly County native served in the U.S. Navy.  He retired from Norfolk Southern Railroad as a Conductor after 43 years of service where he served on the Safety Committee, and was a member of the U.T.U.  He loved storytelling, fishing, 3 card...

Alice Thompson

Alice Thompson

Dec 2, 2022

Guyton – Alice Lee Thompson, 87, passed away December 2, 2022 at her home.

The Calhoun, Georgia native was a military wife and enjoyed sewing and going to church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Alvin Thompson.

Survivors include her daughter, Elaine Nelson (Gerald); granddaughter, Elizabeth Witt Nelson; and great-grandson, Landen Taylor....

Jack Dean Snyder, Sr.

Jack Dean Snyder, Sr.

Dec 2, 2022

Springfield – Jack Dean Snyder, Sr., 85 passed away December 2, 2022 at his residence.

The Ohio native served in the U.S. Air Force and was a Vietnam Combat Veteran and retired from the U.S. Army with 20 years of active service.  He then retired from Gulfstream and was a member of First Baptist Church of Springfield...

Evan Joel Wetherell

Evan Joel Wetherell

Nov 28, 2022

Evan Joel Wetherell, 34, of Pooler, Georgia, passed away unexpectantly on Monday, November 28, 2022 at his home.

Evan was born in Springfield, Illinois and was employed at SLG (Savannah Logistics Group).  He was a logistics guru and was a graduate of Clayton State University, Class of 2011.  He enjoyed grilling, fishing, golfing, collecting watches, as well...

Judith "Judy" Dunn

Judith "Judy" Dunn

Nov 28, 2022

Guyton – Judith "Judy" Dunn, 83, passed away Monday, November 28, 2022 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

The Rock Hill, SC native was a Navy wife. She loved going to Disney World and out to eat. She embroidered and put together puzzles. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas & Eula Mae Blackmon; her husband, Jerry...

Bonnie Sue Roberts

Bonnie Sue Roberts

Nov 26, 2022

Rincon – Bonnie Sue Roberts, 70, passed away November 26, 2022 at Candler Hospital.

The Texas native graduated from Sam Houston High School in 1970, went on to receive her Associate Degree, worked most of her life in accounting and retired from Vantage Products in 2017 after 17 years of service.  She enjoyed knitting, quilting, computer games,...

Patricia Ann Jeffers

Patricia Ann Jeffers

Nov 25, 2022

Mrs. Patricia Ann Jeffers, 77, of Bloomingdale, Georgia, passed away on Friday, November 25, 2022 at her home.

Patricia was born in Savannah, Georgia to the late Dewey Carter and Frances Alma Bohannon.  She was a member of Faulkville Baptist Church, and along with her husband, sang at a number of funerals.  She had been employed for...

Richard "Mike" Hall, Sr.

Richard "Mike" Hall, Sr.

Nov 25, 2022

Guyton – Richard "Mike" Hall, Sr., 79, passed away early Friday morning, November 25, 2022 at his residence surrounded by his family.

Mike was born in Savannah, GA to the late Clifton Hall, Sr. and Eva S. Hall. Mike was a cabinet maker/carpenter and will be remembered for being a talented woodworker. He was a member of...

Sara Collins Minder

Sara Collins Minder

Nov 24, 2022

Sara Collins Minder, 58, of Bloomingdale, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, November 24, 2022 at Memorial Health after a long illness.

Sara was born in Savannah, Georgia.  She was preceded in death by her father, Robert Collins, and a grandson, Trey Singletary.  She had been employed at Sam's Club for 31 years.  She enjoyed being the designated...

Jennifer Lynn Lewis Wallis

Jennifer Lynn Lewis Wallis

Nov 23, 2022

Jennifer Lynn Lewis Wallis, 47, of Guyton, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at East Georgia Regional Medical Center.

Jennifer was born in Savannah, Georgia to the late Tim Allen Lewis and Mary Bratcher Lewis.  She was also preceded in death by a sister, Lisa Lewis.  Along with her husband, she was co-owner/operator of MCR...

Susan Castleberry

Susan Castleberry

Nov 21, 2022

Susan Castleberry, 61, of Richmond Hill, Georgia and formerly of Meldrim, Georgia, passed away on Monday, November 21, 2022 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

Susan was preceded in death by her husband, Lamar Castleberry and her mother, Carol Lynn Knight Douberly.  Susan was a homemaker.

Survivors include her children, Rebecca Edwards, Stephanie Neal, and Robert Jones...

Sybil E. Tillman

Sybil E. Tillman

Nov 19, 2022

Ms. Sybil E. Tillman, 78, of Garden City, GA, joined her son, her parents, and her brother in Heaven with Jesus on Saturday, November 19, 2022.

Sybil was born in Guyton, GA, the fourth child of James B. and Edell Edwards.  She was a 1961 graduate of Effingham County High School.  Soon after graduating, Sybil began working...

George E. Wasdin

George E. Wasdin

Nov 18, 2022

George E. Wasdin, 67, of Pembroke, GA, passed away on Friday, November 18, 2022.

George was born in Savannah, GA to the late Woodrow Franklin Wasdin and Norma Geraldine "Jerry" Thomas Wasdin.  He was also preceded in death by siblings, Gloria Ann Boring, and Gary Woodrow Wasdin.  He retired after 36 years of service from Union Camp/International...

Dock "Ron" Ronald Gordy

Dock "Ron" Ronald Gordy

Nov 16, 2022

Mr. Dock "Ron" Ronald Gordy, 75, of Savannah, GA passed away on Wednesday, November 16, 2022 at Candler Hospital surrounded by his family.

Ron was born in Lyons, GA to the late Jim Paul Gordy, Sr. and Evelyn Mosley Daniel.  He was also preceded in death by siblings, Martha Nell Powell, Helen Kirkland, Faye Tyson, and Billy...

Brandy Ann Chapman

Brandy Ann Chapman

Nov 16, 2022

Hinesville – Brandy Chapman, 40, passed away November 16, 2022 at her home.

Survivors include her daughters, Brittany Rahn and Katelyn Rahn; grandchildren, Braylee and Bentley; her father, Roger Grizzle; and sister, Amanda Jenkins (Allen).

The family will have a gathering 4-6 pm Sunday, November 20, 2022 in the funeral home.

Thomas C....

Deborah Kay Hayes

Deborah Kay Hayes

Nov 16, 2022

Deborah Kay Hayes, 59, of Guyton, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, November 16, 2022 at Hospice Savannah.

Deborah was born in Savannah, Georgia to the late Elliott Eugene Thompson and Christine Coleman Thompson.  She was also preceded in death by her long-time companion, Daniel "Pete" Lewis.  She will be remembered for loving her family and she loved...

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