Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Savannah, Garden City, Georgia
Dana Denice Shores
Jan 4, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Dana Denice Shores, a beloved wife, mother, and friend, who departed from this world on Saturday, January 4th, 2025. Dana was born on Monday, September 22nd, 1969, in Savannah, Georgia, and was a cherished resident of Ellabell, GA. Dana's life was a testament to values she held dear: honesty, hard work, and...
Kay Clark Polston
Jan 1, 2025
Kay Clark Polston, age 81, of Savannah passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Mrs. Polston was born on January 21, 1943 in Statesville, NC. Before retiring, she was a Wing Operator Builder at Gulfstream. She enjoyed being outside and enjoying the things she loved most: spending time with her family and her great grandchildren. Anyone who knew Mrs. Polston...
Jane Yokum Gruber
Dec 31, 2024
Jane Y. Gruber, age 79, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024, surrounded by her loving family, following a brief illness.
Born in Savannah, Georgia to Walter E. Yokum and Mary E. Yokum, Jane lived a life filled with love, devotion, and unwavering commitment to her family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William C. Gruber Jr.;...
Karen Jennifer "Jenni" Davis
Dec 30, 2024
Karen Jennifer “Jenni” Davis, age 70, passed away Monday, December 30, 2024 at her home in Pooler, GA.
Jenni was born and raised in Swainsboro, GA but lived most of her life in Savannah. She was the daughter of Mr. Alton Davis and Mrs. Johnnie James Lee and was a loving sister to Dianne Davis Conner and Ronald Davis. Growing up...
Edith Bailey Mosley
Dec 30, 2024
Edith Bailey Mosley
March 5, 1938 December 30, 2024
Edith was born to the late Clyde and Alma Elizabeth Bailey. She lived her entire life in Savannah, Ga.
Edith was preceded in death by her three sisters: Ethel Harris of Virginia, Evelyn Secrest of Guyton, Georgia, Virginia Belger of Florida and her son Paul Raymond Prince.
Edith left behind her loving husband Bobby Mosley,...
Carolyn D. Thompson
Dec 30, 2024
Carolyn D. Thompson, 84, of Garden City, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 30, 2024, surrounded by her family at Memorial Medical Center.
A native of Eden, Georgia, Carolyn was the beloved daughter of the late Samuel J. Dasher and the late Mearl G. Dasher.
A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Carolyn’s life was a testament to love and service. She...
Mary Byrd Sullivan
Dec 29, 2024
Mary Byrd Sullivan passed away December 29, 2024 while surrounded by loved ones. She is now re-united with her late husband Jack Sullivan. She was born April 5, 1937 in Savannah, Ga to Welch and Abbie Byrd. She was a cherished family member whose legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew her. She was known for...
Stanley Israel Bond, III
Dec 26, 2024
Stanley Israel Bond, III, age 67, of Savannah passed away Thursday, December 26, 2024.
Mr. Bond was born in Savannah on November 27, 1957, the son of Stanley Israel Bond, Jr. and Bessie Annette Bond. He was a 1976 graduate of Savannah Christian Preparatory School and continued his formal education at Armstrong State College. Stanley worked with Georgia Power for 43...
Mary Cleland Becton
Dec 26, 2024
Mary Cleland Becton, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 26th, 2024, at the age of 90. Born on Tuesday, May 8th, 1934, in the close-knit Captola Community of Screven County, Georgia, Mary lived a life devoted to her family and community, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and service. Mary was preceded in...
Sarah Goolsby Herman
Dec 25, 2024
On Christmas morning, three days after her 97th birthday, Sarah G. Herman departed this earth for the arms of Jesus.
Sarah was born on December 22, 1927, in Baxley, GA, to James Mitchell and Gertrude Clark Goolsby. She was preceded in death by her parents, sister Janie VonBergen, and brother James Clark Goolsby. She was also preceded in death by her...
Patricia Ford Dellinger
Dec 23, 2024
Patricia Ford Dellinger
May 11, 1951 – December 23, 2024
Pat departed this earth on Monday, December 23 in the arms of her Lord and Savior after a lengthy illness at Candler Hospital. She was born on May 11, 1951, at Candler Hospital in Savannah, Ga, to Armene Mock Ford and Earl P. Ford, Jr. After graduating from Groves High School in...
Mary Lynn Durham
Dec 23, 2024
Mary “Lynn” Durham, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and a devoted servant of God, passed away on Monday, December 23, 2024, in Savannah, Georgia, at the age of 78.
Born on August 5, 1946, in Mt. Vernon, Georgia, Mary (affectionally known as Lynn to her family & friends) lived a life of compassion, faith, and service, touching the lives of many...
Charles Edward Carter
Dec 21, 2024
With humble acceptance of God's will, we announce the passing of Charles Edward Carter (Chuck) on December 21, 2024.
Beloved husband of Lei Harley Carter, father of Trey R. Carter (Jenny) and Papa to Gage, Ty and Caden Carter. He was born in Norfolk, Virginia on November 15, 1946, to John and Virginia Carter. Left to mourn his passing are sisters,...
Chad Shannon Rigdon
Dec 20, 2024
Chad Rigdon
Forever 49
Son, Father, and Brother
Chad Rigdon passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024, at his home. He is survived by his son, Taylor; his wife, Rebecca, his dog daughter, Shelby; his father, Jimmy (Kim); his brother, Jared (Lynn); sister Selena and his nephews, Jordan, Kaleb and Isaiah. Nieces, Salayah, Isabella, and baby Bobbi.
Chad also leaves behind a family of...
Michael Elton Farmer
Dec 19, 2024
Michael Elton Farmer, age 71, of Savannah entered the presence of his Lord on Thursday, December 19, 2024.
Rev. Farmer was born on June 22, 1953, in Waycross, Georgia, to the late J.C. Farmer and the late Reba Eloise Hinson Farmer. He was a retired minister in the Church of the Nazarene.
After graduating from Ware County High School in 1971, Michael...
Chelsea Marlana Utley
Dec 19, 2024
Chelsea Marlana Utley, a beloved daughter, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 19, 2024, at her home in Savannah, Georgia, at the age of 34.
Born on October 30, 1990, she was raised in Savannah, where she entered her 1st beauty pageant at the age 3 and was crowned 1st runner-up as Little Miss Savannah in the Miss...
John Daniel Poppell Sr.
Dec 19, 2024
John Daniel Poppell, Sr. was born May 26, 1944, in Savannah, GA . He passed away on Thursday, December 19, 2024 at St. Joseph Hospital at the age of 80. John was the second son of Reverend Allen Quincy Poppell Sr. and Hallie Malphrus Poppell. He was a lifelong resident of Savannah. John graduated from Jenkins high school in 1962....
Patricia Clemmons Austin
Dec 18, 2024
Patricia Clemmons Austin passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 in Pooler, GA. She was born on February 12, 1948 in Charleston, SC. She was a devout Christian woman who lived her life daily for her lord and savior.
Mrs. Pat’s passion was always working with the Youth Ministry in every church she was a part of. Whether it was...
J. Craig Butler
Dec 15, 2024
J. Craig Butler, born August 9, 1944 in Savannah, GA died December 15, 2024 at St. Joseph's Hospital after a short illness. He attended Benedictine Military School and graduated from Savannah High School, class of 1962. He was of the Catholic faith. Craig retired from Sears, Roebuck & Co. after 40 years of employment. In his early retirement he enjoyed...
Edith Teifeld
Dec 14, 2024
Edith Teifeld, age 89, of Savannah passed away Saturday, December 14, 2024 at home.
Mrs. Teifeld was born on March 29, 1935 in Jersey City, NJ, the daughter of the late Samuel and Rose Schneiderman. She was a graduate of Bayonne High School in New Jersey and continued her formal education at the University of Michigan. She completed her graduate studies...
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