Gary John Gillmann
Feb 8, 2026
Ellabell – Gary John Gillmann, 73, passed away February 8, 2026 at his residence.
The New York native was a retired Maintenance Technician and member of the Pipefitter’s Union #188. After retirement he enjoyed being a restoration specialist on classic cars, he was a member of the Dixieland Cruisers and Springfield Masonic Lodge #440 F. & A.M.
He was preceded in death...
Faye Lower
Feb 8, 2026
Mrs. Faye Lower, 89, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026 at Memorial Hospital.
Faye was born in Savannah, Georgia and was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Lawrence Lower; parents, Arthur and Nettie Douglas; brother-in-law, Curtis Jones; son, James Alton Barrentine III; beloved son-in-law, Andy Beasley, and step-daughter, Lori Brady. She was a former member of...
Shirley Ann Kent McCoy
Feb 8, 2026
Rincon – Shirley Ann Kent McCoy, 86, passed away February 8, 2026.
The Berrien County native was a member of First Baptist Church of Rincon and retired from Effingham County Board of Education as a Elementary and Middle School Teacher.
She was preceded in death by her parents, L.A. Kent and Pauline Sirmons Kent; husband, C. Olan McCoy; daughters, Shai Jones and...
Mr. Cecil "Skip" D. Aldrich
Feb 7, 2026
Mr. Cecil ‘Skip’ D. Aldrich, 80, of Pooler passed away unexpectedly Saturday, February 7, 2026 at home with his family. Cecil was born on August 1, 1945, to Cecil and Emma Dell Aldrich.
Cecil was loved and will be greatly missed by his wife of 62 years, Barbara Aldrich, his daughters Cynthia Brennan (Shel) and Tracy West, his grandchildren Katherine Chamberlain...
Wanda Joyce Parker
Feb 6, 2026
Mrs. Wanda Joyce Parker, 84, of Guyton, Georgia, passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026 at the Effingham Care and Rehabilitation Center surrounded by her loving family.
She will be missed by her children, Clarence A. Parker “Tony”, Paula D. Saxon (Bo), and DeAnne M. Gordon (Keith); grandchildren, Anthony L. Parker (Tess), Stephanie J. Koffroth (Christopher), Traci A. Moore (Harris), Trey...
Norman Leroy Johnson
Feb 6, 2026
Mr. Norman Leroy Johnson “Storman Norman”, 92, of Pooler, Georgia, passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026 at Hospice Savannah.
Norman will be missed by his wife, Mae Jean Johnson; children, Max Johnson and Wanda Johnson Lanning (Robert); step-children, Andrew Chester (Cathy), Ronald Chester (Lori), Wayne Chester (Bonnie) and Lynn Smith; grandchildren, Ricky Verriest, Miles Erickson, Deanna Erickson, Jason Johnson, and...
Daniel M. Arnsdorff
Feb 6, 2026
Clyo – Daniel M. Arnsdorff, 93, passed away Friday, February 6, 2026 at Spanish Oaks Retreat.
The Effingham County native was a lifelong member of Bethel Lutheran Church, where he faithfully served in many capacities. He had retired from Savannah Sugar Refinery after over 38 years of service. He was an avid outdoorsman, being a member of the Turkey Branch Hunting...
Doris Acord McCallie
Feb 5, 2026
Guyton – Doris Acord McCallie, 65, passed away Thursday, February 5, 2026 at Candler Hospital.
Doris was born in Biloxi, MS to Ezra and Margaret Acord. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Greg McCallie. Doris lived her life surrounded by her family and her best friends, including Bridget Lee.
She is survived by her sons, Arick Hill...
Nancy Fulton Jenkins
Feb 5, 2026
Nancy Fulton Jenkins, 95, of Rincon departed this life and went to be with her savior on February 5, 2026, at The Oaks in Pooler, Ga. Nancy was born June 6, 1930, in Savannah, Georgia to the late James W. and Susie Fulton.
Nancy grew up in McIntosh County and in her early years enjoyed living near the water and spending...
Danny M Cannon
Feb 4, 2026
Mr. Danny M. Cannon, 81, of Pooler, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at St. Joseph’s Hospital.
Danny will be missed by his wife of 64 years, Margie Cannon; children, Sharron & Allen Dekle, Stephanie Aubrey, Danny J. & Shelly Cannon, Michael & Maria Cannon; grandchildren, Christopher Allen & Kori Dekle, Jonathan & Noelle Dekle, Michael & Tori Dekle,...
Betty T. Williamson
Feb 2, 2026
Mrs. Betty T. Williamson, 92, passed away on Monday, February 2, 2026 at Spanish Oaks Hospice.
Betty will be missed by her children, Gary H. and Dr. Carolyn R. Shuman and Cheryl and George Asinc; grandchildren, Jason Chaplin and Amy McIntosh; great-grandchildren, Asher and Mickey, as well as a number of nieces and nephews.
Betty was born in Ben Hill County and...
Bette Weston Drecktrah
Feb 2, 2026
Bette Weston “Oma” Drecktrah
Bette “Oma” passed away peacefully Monday Feb. 2, 2026, at St Joseph’s Hospital. Bette was born April 23, 1945, to the late Florence Sowell Weston and Herbert Elsworth Weston. Bette was a homemaker and an avid quilter spending many years working at Colonial Quilts in Savannah as a quilter and sewing machine technician. One of her many...
Rex Clayton Rahn
Jan 29, 2026
Rex Clayton Rahn, age 61, of Bloomingdale, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026 at home.
Rex was born on October 6, 1964, in Savannah, Georgia. He spent most of his life in the Effingham and Chatham County area, where he built a life centered on family, hard work, and simple joys. A carpet layer by trade, Rex worked alongside...
Ellen Marie Brantley
Jan 28, 2026
Mrs. Ellen Marie Brantley, 84, passed away on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at St. Joseph’s Hospital.
Marie will be missed by her children, Janie Tomlinson (Mitchell), Lynette Chapelle (Bart), Diane Hamby (Brian), and Frank Brantley, Jr. (Benita); grandchildren, Michael Tomlinson (Jodi), Matthew Tomlinson (Karen), Nick Hamric (Reem), Lauren Hamby, Kristen Hamby, Logan Hamby, Frank Meyer Brantley, III “Trey”, Brandon Brantley, and...
Roy Coleman Head "Butch"
Jan 28, 2026
Roy Coleman Head “Butch”, 70, of Ellabell, Georgia, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
Roy will be missed by his loving family, including his wife of 34 years, Mary Head; children, David (Sherri) Clifton, Heather (Bryan) Jones, Melissa (Gary) Floyd, Jen Bruner, and Kimberley (Rich) Canham; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews; siblings, Charlie (Joni) Head, David Head, and...
Beatrice "Bea Jordan Newsome
Jan 27, 2026
Beatrice “Bea” Newsome, 98, a longtime resident of Gainesville, Fl. passed into heaven on January 27th with her daughters present. Bea was proud to be a true Floridian who was born and raised in Jacksonville, Fl. Bea was retired from St. Patrick Interparish School, and she worked part-time at the University of Florida Athletic Association ticket office. She was a...
Michael William Knorr
Jan 26, 2026
Rincon- Michael William Knorr, known to most as “Mikey,” age 42, passed away on January 26, 2026, leaving an immeasurable void in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
Born and raised in Savannah, Georgia, Mikey was known for his impeccable work ethic and his enormous heart. He was the kind of man who showed up—consistently and selflessly—always putting...
Sarah Nell Sapp
Jan 26, 2026
Sarah Nell Sapp, lovingly known as Nell, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 26, 2026. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister whose life was defined by love for her family and quiet strength.
Nell was born on October 22, 1942, in Collins, Georgia, to the late Inez and W.K. Hughes. She was one of twelve children, growing up...
Larry Thomas Carroll, Sr.
Jan 24, 2026
Guyton – Larry Thomas Carroll, Sr., 65, passed away January 24, 2026 at home.
The Effingham County native retired as a Captain from the Effingham County Sheriff’s Office after many years of service. He enjoyed mornings at Parker’s, fishing with his son and grandson, and fixing whatever was broke.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry Garlon Carroll, Sr. and...
Jeanne Clark Carter
Jan 24, 2026
Jeanne Clark CarterMarch 31, 1943 – January 24, 2026 Jeanne Clark Carter passed away January 24, 2026 at Spanish Oaks Retreat. She was born in Savannah, Georgia, on March 31, 1943, to the late John and Pansy Clark. She was a 1961graduate of H.V. Jenkins High School, where she was honored as Homecoming Queen.Jeanne married her high school sweetheart, the...
