local obituaries

Robin Grissom Cebada

Robin Grissom Cebada

Aug 9, 2022

Mrs. Robin Grissom Cebada, 66, of Pooler, GA, passed away on Tuesday, August 9, 2022 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

Robin was born in Savannah, GA to the late Robert and Alice Jones Grissom.   She retired from Dozier Crane after 17 years of service and was of the Baptist faith.  She will be remembered for being a loving...

Sherman Lee Griffis, Jr.

Sherman Lee Griffis, Jr.

Aug 9, 2022

Ellabell – Sherman Lee Griffis, Jr., 69, passed away Tuesday, August 9, 2022 at his home.

The Florida native was a retired truck driver. He was preceded in death by his son, Sherman Lee Griffis, III, and fiance, Becky Altman, and is survived by her daughter, Kathrine Altman.

Graveside service will be 3:30 pm Friday,...

Helen Gordy Kirkland

Helen Gordy Kirkland

Aug 8, 2022

Rincon – Helen Gordy Kirkland, 82, passed away August 8, 2022 at Memorial Health.

The Lyons native was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Rincon Congregation and a homemaker.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jim Paul Gordy, Sr. and Margaret Evelyn Mosely Gordy; husband, Thomas Edward...

Mrs. Willie Joyce Richey

Mrs. Willie Joyce Richey

Aug 6, 2022

Mrs. Willie Joyce Richey, 90, of Port Wentworth, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, August 6, 2022.

She was born in Tattnall County to the late William Martin Rogers and Ina L. Jones Rogers.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, Marvin Howard Richey, Jr.  She was a charter member of the former Garden City Church...

James Maxwell "Jim" Frazier

James Maxwell "Jim" Frazier

Aug 5, 2022

Springfield – James Maxwell "Jim" Frazier, 69, passed away Friday, August 5, 2022 at his residence.

The Tennessee native retired from the U.S. Navy after 22 years as a Chief Petty Officer and was a member of the American Legion Post #209.  He then worked various jobs and retired from E.S.D.  He loved spending time with his...

Nioma B. Westberry

Nioma B. Westberry

Aug 5, 2022

Perry, GA (formerly of Bloomingdale, GA)-Nioma B. Westberry (84) entered into eternal Heaven on Friday, August 5, 2022.

Nioma was born July 9, 1938 in Claxton, Georgia to Effie Mae and Raymond R. Barrow.  She was a 1957 graduate of Claxton High School.  While living in Claxton, Nioma met the love of her life Henry M. Westberry...

Leon Oliver White

Leon Oliver White

Aug 4, 2022

Mr. Leon Oliver White, 80, of Pooler, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, August 4, 2022 at Memorial Medical Center after a long illness.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Jimmy.

Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Barbara Terrell White; children, Tonya McCann (Charlie), Tina Williams, Traci White, Tiffany Peacock...

Robert D. Bukowski

Robert D. Bukowski

Aug 3, 2022

Mr. Robert D. Bukowski, 85, passed away on Wednesday, August 3, 2022.

Robert was born in Brownsville, PA to the late Steve and Jean Bukowski.  He was also preceded in death by his children, Robert Bukowski, Jr., Russell Edward Bukowski, and Connie Bukowski Martin, a great-grandson, Nolan, and his brother, Steve.  Robert retired from the United States...

James B. Searles

James B. Searles

Aug 2, 2022

Rincon – James B. Searles was called to the Lord on August 2, 2022.  Born on June 24, 1932 in Moriah, NY, he was the son of Burton D. Searles and Viola V. (James) Searles.

Jim was a graduate of Port Henry High School in 1951 and attended the State University of NY in Canton till 1953. ...

John Y. Smith

John Y. Smith

Aug 2, 2022

Mr. John Y. Smith, 80, of Pooler, GA, passed away on Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at his home.

John was born in Savannah, GA to the late Frederick E. Smith, Sr. & Inez Bentley Smith.  He was also preceded in death by his brother, Frederick E. Smith, Jr., sisters, Anita S. Davis and Carolyn S. Duncan, and...

Terry Zingle Baker

Terry Zingle Baker

Aug 2, 2022

Rincon – Terry Zingle Baker, 55, passed away August 2, 2022 at Effingham Hospital.

Terry was born on Keesler AFB, in Biloxi, Mississippi, and he spent most of his childhood on Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland; moving with his family to Savannah in 1978.

He married the love of his life, Shawn Lynes on...

Deborah G. Carolin Anderson

Deborah G. Carolin Anderson

Aug 2, 2022

Guyton – Deborah G. Carolin Anderson, 68, passed away Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at her son's home.

The Savannah native was a retired nanny. She loved going to church, yard sales, playing pool, watching movies, and being a Notary Public. She also dearly loved her poodles, Max & Mollie.

She is survived by her children,...

Lalla "Mickey" Whatley

Lalla "Mickey" Whatley

Aug 2, 2022

Guyton – Lalla E. Whatley, 74 passed away Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at her home.

The Varnville, SC native loved the outdoors and fishing. She was loved by her family and all that knew her.

She is survived by her children, Frank Newman, Heath Newman & wife, Joyce, Betsy Newman Franklin, Clyde Newman, Spike Newman...

Retired Cmsgt Larry Leon Greer & Mary Alice Greer

Retired Cmsgt Larry Leon Greer & Mary Alice Greer

Aug 1, 2022

Brooklet – Retired CMSGT Larry Leon Greer, 80, and Mary Alice Greer, 75, passed away August 1, 2022 at their residence.

Larry was a South Carolina native and a retired U.S. Air Force Veteran.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Guy and Ruby Greer; and brothers, Gary and Roger Greer.

Mary was born...

Brett Waters

Brett Waters

Jul 31, 2022

Midville – Brett Waters, 56, passed away Sunday, July 31, 2022 at his river house.

The Savannah native was a Jenkins High School graduate. He had worked for Mercy Ambulance, Southside Fire & EMS, and retired from Bryan County Fire Department, where he had served as Battalion Chief. He also was a member of the Red Knights...

Johnnie F. "Jack" Mintz, Jr.

Johnnie F. "Jack" Mintz, Jr.

Jul 31, 2022

Mr. Johnnie F. "Jack" Mintz, Jr., 92, of Pooler, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, July 31, 2022 at Pruitt Health in Savannah, Georgia.

Jack was born in Bessemer City, North Carolina to the late Johnnie F. Mintz, Sr. and Catherine Louise Scurry Mintz.  He lived in Sanford, North Carolina for a number of years where he was...

Clayton Phillip Morgan, Sr.

Clayton Phillip Morgan, Sr.

Jul 30, 2022

Guyton – Clayton Phillip Morgan, Sr., 78, passed away Saturday, July 30, 2022 at his residence.

He was a lifetime resident of Effingham County and retired from C.S.X. Railroad after 42 years of service.  He was a man of the Christian faith and a member of Bethesda United Methodist Church where he faithfully served over 30 years...

Nancy L. Wilcox

Nancy L. Wilcox

Jul 29, 2022

Mrs. Nancy L. Wilcox, born July 11, 1932, went to be with the Lord on July 29, 2022 at Memorial Medical Center surrounded by family at the age of 90.  She is a member of Central Baptist Church in Garden City.  Nancy was born in Thomaston, Georgia to the late Benjamin Amerson and Audrey Amerson.  She was also preceded...

Jimmy Curtis Culver

Jimmy Curtis Culver

Jul 29, 2022

Mr. Jimmy Curtis Culver, 76, of Pooler, Georgia, passed away on Friday, July 29, 2022 at Hospice Savannah.

Jimmy was born in Savannah, Georgia to the late Curtis Raymond Culver and Mary Screws Culver.  He was also preceded in death by his wife, Janie Glisson Culver, and a step-daughter, Ceanne Sullivan.  Jimmy retired from Bellsouth and was...

Charlotte Lucas

Charlotte Lucas

Jul 28, 2022

Ms. Charlotte Lucas, 76, of Garden City, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, July 28, 2022 at her home.

Charlotte was born in Chicago, Illinois to the late Lorenzo Reed and Geraldine Hill Reed.  She served her country in the United States Army for 26 years.  She taught pre-school in Augusta, Georgia, was a member of the Church...

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