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Tim Meyer

Tim Meyer

May 12, 2022

Tim Meyer, 61, of Pooler, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, May 12, 2022 at his home.

Tim was born in Willmar, Minnesota and was preceded in death by his father, Stan Meyer.  He was employed at Gulfstream as an Avionics Engineering Technical Specialist in the Gulfstream Electronic Systems Engineering organization.  His latest assignments were various...

William Owen "Bill" Hightower

William Owen "Bill" Hightower

May 10, 2022

William Owen Hightower "Bill", 53, of Guyton, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, May 10, 2022 at Memorial Hospital.

Bill was born in Tifton, Georgia and worked in the grocery store industry for many years.  He enjoyed fishing, NASCAR, and watching the GA Bulldogs.  He was preceded in death by his companion, Elizabeth Ann Edmunds, and his brother,...

Earl Willard Sineath

Earl Willard Sineath

May 10, 2022

By Danny Lancaster, son

Earl Willard Sineath,  aka "Red" or "PawPaw" as he was known by his grandchildren and great- grandchildren, passed away on Tuesday, May 10, at the Effingham Extended Care Facility at the age of 93. Born in Charleston, S.C., he lived his adult life in Savannah, GA.   He joined the U.S. Navy with his...

Cherie Greene Byrd

Cherie Greene Byrd

May 9, 2022

Dec. 5, 1942-May 9, 2022

Surrounded by family, our beloved Mom, Nama, and Gigi passed away peacefully on May 9, 2022.

Cherie was born in Savannah, Georgia on December 5, 1942 to Jesse and Deborah Greene. She was preceded in death by her husband, James A. Byrd Jr., her father and mother, Jesse and Deborah Greene, and her sisters, Dee Cribbs and...

Betty Knott Lee

Betty Knott Lee

May 9, 2022

Guyton – Betty Knott Lee, 87, passed away May 9, 2022 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

The Effingham County native owned and operated with her husband of 60 years, Robert E. Lee whom preceded her in death, Lee's Abattoir, Lee's Used Autos, later becoming a builder and developed subdivisions, and owned Lee's Water Services.

She was...

Ruby Polk Nichols

Ruby Polk Nichols

May 9, 2022

Mrs. Ruby Polk Nichols of Eden, Georgia, went home to be with Jesus, her Lord, on May 9, 2022.

She was born in McRae, Georgia on September 5, 1932 to Charlie and Rachel Polk.  She was preceded in death by husbands, John Sparks and Stephen Nichols, and children, Janice Fetty and Sandra Porter.

Surviving are...

David H. Griffis

David H. Griffis

May 6, 2022

Springfield – David Harold Griffis,76, was born September 21, 1945 to Brady & Clara Griffis and went to eternal rest, Friday, May 6, 2022 at Pineview Nursing & Rehab Center.

The Wayne County native was preceded in death by his parents; and siblings, Donald Griffis, Joseph "Sonny" Griffis, Emory "Earl" Griffis; and James Carroll Griffis.

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David Alan Bledsoe

David Alan Bledsoe

May 6, 2022

David Alan Bledsoe, 72, of Midway, GA, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2022, at home.  He was preceded in death by his father, Neal Bledsoe, Sr., mother, Evelyn Mims Bledsoe, and brothers, Kenny Bledsoe and Bill Bledsoe.  Survivors include his wife, Cathy Joyner Bledsoe; brothers, John Bledsoe and Neal Bledsoe, Jr.; son, Beau Bledsoe (Jenifer); daughter, Brooke Sapp...

Linda Carol Webb Lacoste

Linda Carol Webb Lacoste

May 5, 2022

Rincon – Linda Carol Webb LaCoste "LouLou", 59, passed away Thursday, May 5, 2022 at her home surrounded by family.

She was a California native, a member of First Baptist Church of Rincon, and one incredible homemaker. She was the epitome of a humble servant, always willing to help someone in need. She was always filled with...

Linda Saxon Lowe

Linda Saxon Lowe

May 4, 2022

Guyton – Linda Saxon Lowe, 77, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend departed her earthly home May 4, 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer surrounded by her loving family.  Born February 2, 1945 to the late Ben and Stella Saxon in Guyton, GA, she was a life long Effingham County resident, 1963 Effingham County High School graduate...

Wayne Brigdon

Wayne Brigdon

May 2, 2022

Mr. Wayne Brigdon, of Bloomingdale, Georgia, avid fisher, hunter and retired machinist, returned to his Heavenly home on May 2, 2022 at the age of 69.

After a career with the Navy and retiring from K Machine, he liked to spend his days at the Laurel View Hunting Club and spoiling his grandchildren.  One of his fondest...

Mary Catherine "Cathy" Mixon

Mary Catherine "Cathy" Mixon

May 1, 2022

Rincon – Mary Catherine "Cathy" Mixon, passed away May 1, 2022 at Memorial Health.

The Tattnall County native was a retired Registered Nurse, she enjoyed traveling, shopping, and gardening.  She loved the Lord and spending time with her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy Dewitt and Callie Moody Martin; and son,...

Wilson Everett Roberts, Iii

Wilson Everett Roberts, Iii

Apr 29, 2022

Wilson Everett Roberts, III, 75, of Pooler, Georgia, died on Friday, April 29, 2022 at his home under Hospice care.  He fought the good fight of Parkinson's Disease since being diagnosed in 2017.  He kept his faith with the Lord.  Wilson was born in Savannah, Georgia on October 7, 1946.  He attended Jenkins High School in Savannah, Georgia as...

Johnny Eugene Rollins, Sr.

Johnny Eugene Rollins, Sr.

Apr 29, 2022

Ellabell – Johnny Eugene Rollins, Sr., 87, passed away April 29, 2022 at Ogeechee Area Hospice.

The South Carolina native retired from the Chatham County Board of Education.  He loved his family and sports, and excelled in golf having shot 14 hole-in-ones and his last in 2019 at the age of 84.  He was a member of...

Tony D. Wilson

Tony D. Wilson

Apr 29, 2022

Rincon – Tony D. Wilson, 73, passed away Friday, April 29, 2022 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

The Spalding County native was a member of Rincon Baptist Temple and was retired from Union Bag after 38 years and as a business representative for IAM after 13 years.  He was also a US Navy Vietnam veteran. He was preceded...

Thomas Stanley Radunzel

Thomas Stanley Radunzel

Apr 27, 2022

Pooler – Thomas Stanley Radunzel, 67, passed away on Wednesday at his residence.

Survivors include his wife, Stephanie Radunzel; and children, McKenna Jaynes (Travis), and Kalen Radunzel; grandchildren, Atle Radunzel, Gemma, Jericho, and Hugh Jaynes; 3 brothers; 2 sisters; many nieces; nephews; and fur-babies, Rayna and Finn.

He and Rayna were volunteers with Coastal Therapy...

Walter A. "Buddy" Newton

Walter A. "Buddy" Newton

Apr 26, 2022

Newington – Mr. Walter A. "Buddy" Newton, passed away Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at his home.

Buddy was born in Savannah to the late, Melvin C. Newton and Threze W. Newton.  He was preceded in death by his sister, Marcy N. Windham and brother-in-law, Harvey Windham.

He lived his childhood in Florida with his grandparents...

Eldridge "Elbert" Royal

Eldridge "Elbert" Royal

Apr 26, 2022

Mr. Eldridge "Elbert" Royal, 81, of Pooler, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at his home.

Elbert was born in Denmark, Georgia to the late Otis E. Royal and Georgie Brown Royal.  He was also preceded in death by his wife, Dot Thompson Royal, and a sister, Cathy Carter.  He was a member of Trinity...

Nelly Kaufmann Wallace

Nelly Kaufmann Wallace

Apr 25, 2022

Mrs. Nelly Kaufmann Wallace, 85, of Savannah, GA, passed away on Monday, April 25, 2022 at her home.

Nelly was born in Switzerland to the late Ernst Heinrich Kaufmann and Angela Sidoli Kaufmann.  She was also preceded in death by a son, Michael E. Wallace.  She moved to Savannah in 1982 and enjoyed the city.  She enjoyed...

Joe Brown

Joe Brown

Apr 24, 2022

Mr. Joe Brown, 78, of Ellabell, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, April 24, 2022 at his home.

Joe was born in Fayetteville, North Carolina to the late William Alexander Brown and Mary Ellen Huggins Brown.  He was also preceded in death by his wife, Crystal Marie Roberson Brown, brother, William Brown, and a sister, Betty George.  He...

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