Betty Sue Elfer Lindsey
Oct 13, 2026
Mrs. Betty Sue Elfer Lindsey, 94, of Pooler, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at home. A native of Collins, Georgia, she had lived in the Pooler area most of her life. She was a resident of The Social Retirement Community for seven years and recently moved to live with her daughter in Guyton, Georgia. Mrs. Lindsey was...
Donald McCall Evans
Oct 9, 2026
Rincon – Retired Sergeant Major Donald McCall Evans (Poppy, Pocky) formerly of Savannah, Ga passed away following long-term health problems. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert VanDevender Evans, Sr. and Marjorie Hall Evans; siblings, Robert VanDevender Evans, Jr., James Evans, Sr., and Elizabeth Ann Evans.
He is survived by his loving wife, Jane Clark Evans; son, Donald McCall...
Henry H. Gronefeld
Oct 8, 2026
Mr. Henry H. Gronefeld, age 88, passed late Thursday, October 8, 2026, at Memorial Health University Center, surrounded by his loving family. A native of Covington, Kentucky, he was a long-time resident of Bloomingdale, Georgia, was a welder by trade, and a retired port engineer at Crescent Towing. He was a member of Lifespring Worship Center in Bloomingdale and a...
Annie Marie Malphus Hoover
Oct 8, 2026
Guyton – Annie Marie Malphus Hoover, 66, passed away October 8, 2026 at her residence.
The Effingham County native was a kind and generous woman, she loved her Lord and lived out her Christian faith. She was a lover of all animals and wanted to see that they were taken care of.
She was preceded in death by her son, Bryan Riner,...
David Blois Zeigler
Oct 8, 2026
Rincon – Mr. David Blois Zeigler, 76, passed away peacefully October 8, 2026 at home surrounded by his loving and devoted family.
In his youth, David spent his time hunting and fishing with friends. He kept his hands busy tying knots of all kinds and fabricating anything imaginable. David was also an avid reader and loved the Braves.
David was a retired...
Ethan Scott Wegmann
Oct 7, 2026
Guyton – Ethan Scott Wegmann, 21, passed away October 7, 2026.
The Effingham County native was employed with Atlantic Property Maintenance as a welder and member of Local #709. He always enjoyed staying busy, cutting grass or burning a fire, but his greatest love was fishing.
He was preceded in death by his great-grandfather, Emory Edsel Cox; grandfather, Jamie Blanchard; and uncle,...
Jackson Parker-Tomas Ragland
Oct 7, 2026
Jackson Parker-Tomas Ragland, 18, of Guyton, Georgia, passed away tragically as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
Jackson will be missed by his parents, Adrian and Tunya Ragland; his amazing brother and fierce supporter, Mason Ragland; grandparents, Charles Forrest and Linda Crawford; aunts, Chanae Franklin, JaCinta Anderson, and a number of aunts, uncles and cousins, including Cameron Forrest-Myers...
Robert Lewis Rooker, Jr.
Oct 6, 2026
Springfield – Robert Lewis Rooker, Jr., 69, passed away Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at his home.
The Sylvania, GA native was a retired construction foreman. He loved muscle cars, racing, motorcycles and playing softball.
He is survived by his wife, Peggy Rooker; three children, Stephanie Rooker, Terri Henderson (Aaron), and Stewart Rooker; his grandchildren, Cody Rooker (Denise), Anthony Rewis, Jacob Henderson, and...
Phillip Terry Cribbs "Dewey"
Oct 5, 2026
Phillip Terry Cribbs passed away on October 5, 2026, in Clovis, California, leaving behind a legacy of service, devotion, and quiet strength.
Terry was drafted into the United States Army on March 20, 1969, serving honorably until March 19, 1975. His dedication to his country continued when he enlisted in the Army National Guard in Springfield, Georgia, serving with Battery A,...
Joshua Lee Turner
Oct 5, 2026
Joshua Lee Turner “J.T.”, 47, of Wilmington Island, passed away suddenly on Monday, October 5, 2026 at his home.
Joshua will be missed by his beloved daughter, Lilli Bonin, whom he dearly loved; his mother and step-father, Pamela and Don Atwell, Jr.; father, Eddie Turner; sisters, Kristi Davis-Zimmerman (Josh), Marisa Atwell, and Chelsea Atwell; grandfather, Gaddy Turner; nieces, Alyssa Davis and...
Catha Sue Cox Kessler
Oct 5, 2026
Yemassee, SC – Catha Sue Cox Kessler, 99, passed away October 5, 2026 at Roper Hospital after a short illness.
The Chatham County native was a graduate of University of GA with a minor in Art and Bachelor’s in Home Economics, after marriage she became a homemaker. She was a member of Varnville United Methodist Church since 1962 and member of...
Lawrence Vincent Zbikowski "Polock"
Oct 3, 2026
Lawrence Vincent Zbikowski “Polock”, 75, of Sylvania, Georgia, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2026.
A proud Vietnam Veteran who attained the rank of Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps, Lawrence carried a profound sense of duty and honor, and a deep love for his Lord, Jesus Chrst. He will be sorely missed by his family and friends.
Services will be...
Daniel C. Cook
Oct 3, 2026
Mr. Daniel C. Cook, aged 82, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at his residence. An Effingham County native, he was a retired welder for Great Dane Trailers. He was a hard worker, and after retirement operated a lawn service. He was a veteran of the U. S. Air Force and was known as a generous...
Eric William Uphouse
Oct 1, 2026
Eric William Uphouse, 59, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away tragically as a result of injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident on Thursday, October 1, 2026.
Eric will be missed by his wife of eight years, Anita Flanagan Uphouse; children, Veronica Uphouse, Chuck Uphouse (Nikki), Karsten Richmond (Keith), and Cheryl Uphouse; five grandchildren including Layla and Penelope Hicks; mother, Jessie Uphouse; siblings,...
Derwin Moore
Oct 1, 2026
Brent Derwin Moore
March 25, 1958 – October 1, 2026
Guyton — Mr. Brent Derwin Moore, 68, passed away Thursday, October 1, 2026, at Brown’s Health and Rehabilitation Center in Statesboro, Georgia.
In his youth, Derwin was an avid outdoorsman. More recently, he enjoyed spending time with his family and his three dogs, Yogi, Shorty, and Hoss, whom he loved dearly. He was...
Benjamin Anthony Rozier
Oct 1, 2026
Benjamin Anthony Rozier, 66, of Bloomingdale, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, October 1, 2026.
Ben will be missed by his wife of 40 years, Cheryl Halla Rozier; children, Amanda Leigh Rush, Christian Joseph Rozier, Erick Ray Halla, Bryan Anthony Rozier, and Ashlea’ Denise Rozier Lackey; grandchildren, Taylor Messina, Madison Rush, Dalton Rush, Rylan Halla, Anzalyn Trowell, Alexander Rozier, Izabella Lackey, Scarlet...
Norman Winslow Blackwell
Sep 30, 2026
Norman Winslow Blackwell
December 9, 1933 – September 30, 2026
Norman Winslow Blackwell of Clyo, Georgia, a gifted artist whose creative life spanned more than nine-decades, passed away at the age of 92. He was a devout Christian and a member of Mizpah Church in Clyo.
Norman was born December 9, 1933, in Greensboro, North Carolina, the youngest of three children born to...
Jimmi Daniels Taylor
Sep 30, 2026
Mrs. Jimmi Daniels Taylor, 85, of Bloomingdale, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at her home.
Jimmi will be missed by her husband of 67 years, William K. Taylor, Sr.; son, Brian Keith Taylor; grandchildren, Logan Taylor, Grant Taylor, and Morgan Taylor; step-son, Ricky Taylor (Michelle); step-grandson, Richard Taylor (Misty); step-great-grandchildren, Kelsey Taylor and Hannah Taylor; nephews and nieces,...
Linda Kay Luke
Sep 29, 2026
Mrs. Linda Kay Luke, 69, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at her home with her loving family with her.
Linda will be missed by her daughters, Rebecca Bolton (Lee), Olivia Taylor (Jason), Makenzie Luke, and Matalyn Luke; grandchildren, Timothy Rials, Jacob Tyre-Turner, Hannah Lovezzola (Keith), Jada Tyre, Brooklyn, and Dahlia; great-grandson, Hayes Lovezzola.
Linda Kay Luke was...
William J. "Bud" Avila
Sep 29, 2026
Mr. William J. “Bud” Avila, 77, of Pooler, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at his home.
Bud will be missed by his wife of 36 years, Jan L. Avila; children, Kathryn Elizabeth Avila and Jonathan Fraser Avila; sister, Toni Cook (Dozier), as well as a number of nieces and nephews.
Bud was born in Providence, Rhode Island and had...
