Rose Gabrella Agrilla McIntire
Jun 29, 2026
Mrs. Rose Gabrella Agrilla McIntire, 69, of Port Wentworth, Georgia, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026 at Seaside Pruitt Healthcare under hospice care.
Rose will be missed by her husband of 13 years, Carleton “Mac” McIntire; son, Christopher William Snider (Sarah); daughter, Jennifer Rose Snider; grandchildren, Hannah Snider, Ashley Marie Oliver, Jacob William Winton Oliver, and Emily Morgan Oliver; great-grandchild,...
Mark R. Obert
Jun 27, 2026
Rincon – Mark R. Obert, 69, passed away June 27, 2026 at Effingham Hospital.
Born in Saitama Ken, Japan while his parents were stationed in the service, he later served in the U.S. Army. He worked security for many years at Colonial Oil. He loved fishing, was an avid collector, including watches, patches, military memorabilia, foreign money, and beer steins. He...
Michael Packer, Sr.
Jun 26, 2026
Michael Paul Packer, Sr. (“Mike”), a long-time resident of Faulkville, GA and more recently of Charleston, SC, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, June 26, 2026. Born April 30,1946 in Rockland County, NY, Mike was raised in Nyack, NY and attended Nyack High School. After graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Army, achieving the rank of Specialist E-5,...
Frances Rushing Hall
Jun 25, 2026
Richmond Hill, GA
Ms. Frances Rushing Hall, age 86, passed away on June 25, 2026 at Bryan County Health and Rehabilitation under the care of her loving family and Hospice Savannah. A native of Statesboro, Georgia, she had lived in Ludowici for many years before entering Bryan County Health and Rehabilitation. She was a homemaker, and was known for working with...
Randal Wayne Zipperer
Jun 22, 2026
Rincon – Randal Wayne Zipperer, 69, passed away June 22, 2026 at his residence.
The Chatham County native was a U.S. veteran, formerly worked for Savannah Sugar Refinery and retired as a painter. He enjoyed watching old westerns and his rocking chair. He loved life, was outgoing, always a friend to others caring about their wellbeing above his own and was...
Margaret Mangum Shearouse
Jun 20, 2026
Springfield – Margaret Mangum Shearouse, 88, passed away Saturday June 20, 2026 at her residence after a long illness.
The Tattnall County native was an adventurous woman who enjoyed travel, horseback riding, fishing, and waterskiing in her younger years. She was a devoted wife and member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Alton Mangum &...
Annie Joyce Kessler
Jun 20, 2026
Guyton – Annie Joyce Kessler, 90, passed away June 20, 2026. She was born September 8, 1935 in Tattnall County, grew up in Port Wentworth and move to Effingham County in 1960.
She was a member of Bethesda Church at Midland and worked for 10 years in the Effingham County Food Service Department at Marlow Elementary School.
She was preceded in death...
Donna Faye Eubanks
Jun 19, 2026
Mrs. Donna Faye Eubanks, 68, of Guyton, Georgia passed away on Friday, June 19, 2026 at the Effingham Extended Care Facility.
Donna will be missed by her husband of 51 years, Carl D. Eubanks; sons, Jeremy Eubanks (Becky) and Caleb Eubanks (Caroline); grandchildren, Caleigh Eubanks, Jackson Eubanks, Caroline Eubanks, Berkley Eubanks, Kennedy Eubanks, Gracynn Eubanks, and Blakely Eubanks; sister, Marsha Lynn...
Logan Christopher Deal
Jun 19, 2026
Logan Christopher Deal, 24, of Pembroke, Georgia, passed away suddenly on Friday, June 19, 2026, as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
Logan will be deeply missed by his mother, Crystal Deal; father, Chris Deal; sisters, Morgan Burnsed (Bobby) and Reagan Sherrod (Logan); aunts, “Mel Mel” Cook (Randy), Andrea Flakes, and Stormie King (Adam); uncles, Harold Flakes (Stacy)...
Jakob Hogan Tapley
Jun 19, 2026
Jakob Hogan Tapley, 25, of Ellabell, Georgia, passed away suddenly on Friday, June 19, 2026, as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
Jakob is going to be missed by his parents, Terry and Sherry Tapley; brother, Carter Tapley (Makenna); maternal grandparents, David and Shirley Hogan “Nana and Pop Pop”; special family, Cristy Sehr (William), Macey Mroz, and Caroline...
Novalee Heaven Jenkins
Jun 18, 2026
Novalee Heaven Jenkins, 19 months old, passed away suddenly on Thursday, June 18, 2026 at her home.
Nova is survived and will be missed by her mother, Brooke Lane; father, Nathan Jenkins; brothers, King Jenkins and Nathan Jenkins, Jr.; grandmothers, Tina Johnson and Melissa Atkins; grandpa, Billy Jenkins; grandfather, David Lane; great-grandmothers, Lynne Lane and Theresa Kirkland; great-grandfather, Stanley Lane; cousins,...
Elizabeth Delane Hightower Hand
Jun 18, 2026
Rincon – Elizabeth Delane Hightower "Dee" Hand, 79, passed away June 18, 2026.
The Chatham County native moved to Rincon several years ago to live with her sister and attended the Rincon Church of God. She retired from State Farm after 35 years of service, she enjoyed volunteering at various charities, ministries, and Head Start. She could be seen driving her...
Jacob Dean Mobley
Jun 16, 2026
Guyton – Jacob Dean Mobley, 35, passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at Candler Hospital.
The Auburndale, FL native was a quality control inspector at Gulfstream. He had managed the 24Seven Gym for several years. Jacob loved sports, the gym, fishing, playing video games and being a “Foodie”, especially his sweets. Jacob was a man of faith, dearly loved his...
Walter Thomas "Tommy" Lee, III
Jun 15, 2026
Rincon – Walter Thomas “Tommy” Lee, III, 60, passed away June 15, 2026 at Memorial Health.
The Florida native worked in the landscaping and tree service industry. He loved fishing, dancing, music, and was an accomplished artist.
He was preceded in death by his father, Walter Thomas Lee, II.
Survivors include his loving partner of 15 years, Shirley Street; his mother, Peggy; sisters,...
Wilbert Brannen, Sr.
Jun 14, 2026
Mr. Wilbert Brannen, Sr., 73, of Ellabell, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026 at his home.
Wilbert was a deacon and member of the St. John Divine Baptist Church, and had been employed at Strickland Oil Company/Strickland Propane since 1969. Wilbert will be remembered for being a loving father with a big heart. He brought laughter and smiles to...
Teresa Ann Smith
Jun 14, 2026
Rincon – Teresa Ann Smith, 67, passed away on June 14, 2026 at her residence.
The Effingham County native was a cardiac nurse that loved reading, studying, and learning. She leaned on her faith throughout her life.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Jonas and Mary Smith.
She is survived by her brothers, Pete Smith and Craig Smith (Terri); a niece,...
Carolyn Phillips Edwards
Jun 14, 2026
Guyton – Carolyn Phillips Edwards, 85, passed away June 14, 2026 at The Gardens Senior Living.
The Chatham County native worked in the Cafeteria at Guyton Elementary for 27 years and was known for her famous pound cake and Lunchroom cinnamon rolls. She was an active member of New Providence Baptist Church where she was a dedicated member of the choir,...
Deborah (Debi) Nutting
Jun 13, 2026
Deborah (Debi) Nutting, 67, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at Memorial Hospital.
Debi will be missed by her brothers, David Nutting (Kathy) and Brian Nutting (Melanie); nephews, Benjamin Nutting (Trish) and David Nutting; niece, Hannah Rentz (Ethan); great-nephews, Damon Nutting and Mason Nutting. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Patricia Hart Nutting. She will be...
Maurice Elizabeth Dunaway
Jun 13, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved matriarch, Maurice Lanier Parker Dunaway. She passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the age of 90.
Born into humble beginnings on February 3, 1936, to parents, Roger and Penny Lanier. Maurice was orphaned at the age of three...
Betty Lee Wiggins Moore
Jun 13, 2026
Rincon – Betty Lee Wiggins Moore, 90, passed away June 13, 2026 at Hospice Savannah.
A longtime resident of Waynesboro, she retired from Perfection Products. She moved to Rincon 6 years ago to be closer to family whom she loved spending time with. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles E. Moore.
Survivors include her sons, Stevie Moore (Amelia) and...
