Shirley Bevill
Oct 27, 2026
Shirley Sue Smith Bevill
September 27, 1935-October 27, 2026
Shirley Sue Smith Bevill passed out of the life into eternal life on October 27, 2026, at her home, in Rincon, Georgia, after a lengthy illness. She was 91 years old. She was born in Clyo, Georgia to the late Helen Master Smith (mother) and William Wyburg Smith, Sr, (dad), where she met...
Dr. David "Bill" Fillingim
Oct 26, 2026
Springfield- Dr. David W. “Bill” Fillingim, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2026. He was an OB/GYN in Savannah for more than 30 years before retiring in 1994. He was predeceased by his first wife, Beverly; his parents, Dr. David B. and Mrs. Glenn B. Fillingim; his siblings, Gerald and Hugh Fillingim and Mary F. Daniel; and his son, David,...
Shirley Elkins Rash
Oct 26, 2026
Ms. Shirley Elkins Rash, 76, of Pooler, Georgia, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2026 at Memorial Hospital.
Shirley was born in Savannah, Georgia to the late Samuel C. and Betty Miller Elkins. She is survived by her brother, William Elkins, and her sister, Diane Elkins.
The visitation will be on Monday, November 2, 2026 at the First Baptist Church of Pooler...
John Benjamin "Bennie" Edenfield
Oct 26, 2026
John Benjamin “Bennie” Edenfield, born December 17, 1942, in Effingham County, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on October 26, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Known to family and friends as Bennie, he was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who lived a life rooted in faith, family, hard work, and the simple joys his life...
Wesley J. Bassil
Oct 25, 2026
In Loving Memory of Wesley James Bassil
September 24, 1951 – October 25, 2026
Wesley James Bassil, 75, was a deeply loved man whose kindness, humor, and generous spirit touched the lives of everyone blessed to know him.
Wesley had an extraordinary sense of humor and a quick wit that could brighten even the hardest day. He always seemed to have the perfect...
Clifton L. "Clif" Yawn
Oct 24, 2026
Rincon – Clifton L. “Clif” Yawn, 82, passed away October 24, 2026 at his residence.
The Texas native served in the U.S. Army. He was the owner/operator of Yawn’s Complete Home Improvement and Yawn’s Professional Karate and Fitness Center for many years. He received his 10th Degree Black Belt from the South Carolina Martial Arts Hall of Fame and was a...
Cleo Mons Fordham
Oct 22, 2026
Rincon – Cleo Mons Fordham, 95, passed away October 22, 2026 at Effingham Care Center.
Mrs. Cleo was born and raised in Metter and formerly worked in the fabric department at Wal-Mart. She was an active member of the Pineora Holy Church of God and loved spending time with her family. She served her church through the years in various capacities....
Almus Dee Eaves
Oct 21, 2026
Mr. Almus Dee Eaves, 73, of Eden, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at his home.
Dee will be missed by his beloved high school sweetheart, and wife of 56 years, Pat Eaves; he was a loving and aspiring father to Mitchell D. and Michelle Eaves, Kelley and Chris Brown; his cherished grandchildren, Lea, Mitchell Jr., Mirisa, Jade, Thea,...
David Shawn Suddath
Oct 20, 2026
David Shawn Suddath passed away after a brief illness on October 20, 2026, at the age of 66, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Savannah, GA. His wife and daughters maintained a constant loving presence with him during the entire time he was in the ICU.
David was born in Oahu, HI on December 26, 1959, to Mathew Lafayette Suddath Sr. and...
Barbara Jones Meyers
Oct 20, 2026
Mrs. Barbara Jones Meyers, 87, of Guyton, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at her home.
She will be missed by her husband of 66 years, James E. Meyers, Sr.; children, Jamie McLendon (Bill) and James E. Meyers, Jr. (Dawn H.); she was a wonderful “Mimi” to her grandchildren, Jenna Meyers (Russ), Kindall Harville (Andy), Kaleb McLendon, Cameron Meyer...
Patricia Florence Gossett
Oct 20, 2026
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Patricia Florence Gossett, nee LeCocq on October 20, 2026. Born in the Forest Parish, Guernsey, Channel Islands on October 3, 1947 to Alfred and Florence LeCocq.
Pat was preceded in death by her loving parents, Alfred and Florence of Guernsey, her niece Lynette LeCocq, whom she loved very much, and her Guernsey aunts...
Mary Alice (Tinkie) Porter
Oct 19, 2026
Mary Alice (Tinkie) Kennedy Porter March 20, 1939 - October 19, 2026
Springfield - Mary Porter, 87, died peacefully on October 19, 2026.
Mary was a native of Effingham County and an employee of Fort Howard until her retirement in 2000. She made Abundant Life her church home where she served in the hospitality ministry which gave her much pleasure as she...
Sunday Ann Hall Steptoe
Oct 17, 2026
Rincon – Sunday Ann Hall Steptoe, 71, passed away October 17, 2026 peacefully at her home surrounded by her family.
She was a longtime resident of Guyton and retired from Gastroenterology Consultants as a billing clerk.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Margie Foskey; step-father, James Foskey; father, Homer Carter; sister-in-law/best friend, Patty Steptoe; and aunt, Betty Clark.
Survivors include her...
Tillie Edenfield Gnann
Oct 17, 2026
Rincon – Tillie Edenfield Gnann, 87, passed away October 17, 2026 at Effingham Care Center.
The Effingham County native was a member of Springfield First Baptist Church. She was employed at Springfield Ford for over 30 years and later worked at Lost Plantation Golf Course. She was a former member of the Jaycettes, loved the Atlanta Braves, but most of all...
Rev. Emmett Madison Morgan, Jr.
Oct 17, 2026
Clyo – Rev. Emmett Madison Morgan, Jr., 86, passed away October 17, 2026 at his residence.
The Effingham County native worked for Union Camp for 15 years before becoming a United Methodist Minister where he served faithfully for over 51 years in 9 different church congregations across the Southeast. He also served as Chaplain for Magnolia Manor for 10 years after...
Thomas E. Counts
Oct 16, 2026
Marlow – Thomas E. Counts, 89, passed away October 16, 2026 at St. Joseph’s Hospital.
The Chatham County native served in the U.S. Air Force and was a retired owner/operator truck driver. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Henry Counts, Sr. and Anna Oree Davis Counts; son, Gary Counts; brothers, Pete Counts and William H. Counts, Jr.; and...
Larry Stephen Kelly
Oct 16, 2026
Larry Stephen Kelly January 30, 1953 – October 15, 2026
Larry Stephen Kelly, 73, of Guyton, GA passed away peacefully at his home on October 15, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on January 30, 1953, Larry lived a life defined by hard work, dedication, and devotion to those he loved most. For 46 years, he worked with...
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...
Jordan Daniel Potts
Oct 12, 2026
California – Jordan Daniel Potts, 41, passed away October 12, 2026.
Jordan Daniel Potts was born on June 26, 1985, raised in Tipp City, Ohio. Jordan graduated from Tippecanoe High School in 2003 and went on to attend Eastern Kentucky University.
In 2006, Jordan answered the call to serve his country by enlisting in the United States Navy. He became a Navy...
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...
