Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Savannah, Garden City, Georgia

Henry Clifton Ricks

Henry Clifton Ricks

Mar 4, 2020

Henry C. Ricks, age 95, of Savannah passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 04, 2020. Henry or “Rick" was born on November 1, 1924 in Adrian, GA, the son of the late Henry C. and Nealie Flanders Ricks. As a teenager he worked with the WPA during the New Deal. He was a member of the Greatest Generation & never...

Becca Lynn Lowery

Becca Lynn Lowery

Mar 2, 2020

Becca Lynn Lowery, 18, of Pembroke, Georgia died Monday, March 2, 2020 at her home in Pembroke, Georgia. She was born on April 26, 2001, graduated in 2019 and began her adult life. She was a beloved sister, daughter and friend. She is so very much loved and missed. Rest easy beautiful. A Memorial Service will be held 2:00 p.m....

James Edward Mitchell, Jr.

James Edward Mitchell, Jr.

Feb 29, 2020

James E. Mitchell, Jr, 75, of Richmond Hill, died Saturday February 29, 2020 at St. Joseph's Hospital. A native of Savannah, James was a US Army Veteran and was retired from Kemira Chemicals. He is survived by his son, James "Jim" W. Mitchell, other family and friends. Graveside services with US Army Military Honors will be 1:00 p.m. Thursday, March...

William Henry Cleland

William Henry Cleland

Feb 29, 2020

William Henry Cleland, 75, of Savannah, went to his heavenly home on February 29, 2020. He was born May 21, 1944 to Trotty and Vera Cleland. He is survived by his wife of nearly 50 years, Cathy [O’Quinn]; two children and their spouses: David Cleland [Erika], and Amanda Hollingsworth [Mark]; and seven grandchildren: Jake, Lucy, Eli, Harry, Gus, Archie, and...

"Jay"

"Jay"

Feb 28, 2020

John "Jay" J. Simmons, 49, of Savannah, GA passed away Friday, February 28, 2020 at Candler Hospital. Jay was born March 8, 1970 in Savannah, Georgia and attended schools in Savannah. Jay was a member of Knights of Columbus 5588, the St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee, and Adjutant Committee. He enjoyed golfing and spending time with his family and friends....

Robert Herbert Best

Robert Herbert Best

Feb 27, 2020

Robert H. Best "Bobby", 71, of Savannah died Thursday, February 27, 2020 at Memorial Health University Medical Center. A native of Savannah, Bobby was the son of the late David Johnson Best and Alma Lee Moore Best. He was a former member of Taliaferro Baptist Church, Silk Hope Baptist Church and Corinth Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon...

Marla Renee Hungerford

Marla Renee Hungerford

Feb 27, 2020

Marla Renee Hungerford, 63, of Savannah, GA passed away Thursday February 27, 2020 on a cruise ship in Aruba. Marla worked for the City of Savannah, Human Resource Department,  where she retired with over 24 years of service as a Trainer. She was an avid reader who loved yard sales and always had a smile on her face. She received...

Dwyght Leon Seymour

Dwyght Leon Seymour

Feb 26, 2020

Dwyght L. Seymour, 78, of Richmond Hill died Wednesday, February 26, 2020 at Memorial Health University Medical Center. Dwyght was born to Robert and Irene Seymour in Haworth, OK on January 10, 1942. He had two brothers Michael and Jim and one sister Frieda. He was preceded in death by his brother Jim and his sister Frieda. He lived with...

Betty Campbell Howe

Betty Campbell Howe

Feb 24, 2020

Betty Campbell Howe, 95, passed away February 24, 2020 at The Marshes at Skidaway Island. Services will be held at a later date. Baker McCullough Funeral Home Hubert C. Baker Chapel 7415 Hodgson Memorial Drive Savannah, GA 31406 912-927-1999.

Raymond L. Morgan Jr.

Raymond L. Morgan Jr.

Feb 22, 2020

Raymond L. Morgan, Jr., age 80, of Savannah passed away Saturday, February 22, 2020 at Memorial Medical Center. Mr. Morgan was born in Effingham County on March 9, 1939, the son of the late Raymond and Estelle Morgan. He worked in medical supply for many years, retiring from Wachtels Medical Supply Company. Raymond served with the Air National Guard and...

John J. Monahan, Jr.

John J. Monahan, Jr.

Feb 21, 2020

John J. Monahan, Jr., age 26, passed away Friday, February 21, 2020. John was born in Dalton, GA on February 2, 1994. He was the co-owner of Monahan & Sons, Inc. He attended Calvary Baptist Temple and was active with Band of Brothers Savannah. John is survived by his son, Kaden; parents, John and Michelle Monahan; and his siblings, Matthew...

Dixitkumar Patel

Dixitkumar Patel

Feb 21, 2020

Dixitkumar Patel, 39, of Pooler, Georgia died Friday February 21, 2020 at Ogeechee Area Hospice in Statesboro, Georgia. Funeral Service will be at 11:00 am Tuesday at Baker McCullough Funeral Home Garden City Chapel. Baker McCullough Funeral Home Garden City Chapel, 2794 West US Highway 80 Garden City, Georgia 31408. (912)964-2862 www.bakermccullough.com

Elizabeth Emmons Meier

Elizabeth Emmons Meier

Feb 20, 2020

Elizabeth Emmons Meier - SAVANNAH Elizabeth Emmons Meier died on February 20, 2020 in Orange County, CA after battling ovarian cancer. Born December 28, 1971 in Savannah, GA to Frances Emmons and the late William (Bill) Emmons, she graduated from the University of Georgia in 1994 with a degree in Broadcast Journalism.After college, Elizabeth worked as a news reporter in...

Arlene Louise Crissan

Arlene Louise Crissan

Feb 20, 2020

Arlene Louise Crissan (Rozyczko), 89, of Savannah, GA passed peacefully at her home on February 20, 2020. She was born and raised in Syracuse, NY to the late Anthony & Anna Rozyczko and graduated from St Patricks’ High School. She became a featured soloist for the Frank Worjnaowski Orchestra, touring and recording on Decca Records with the group for several...

Susan Anne Phillips

Susan Anne Phillips

Feb 17, 2020

Susan Anne Phillips, 65, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, February 17th at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Savannah, GA. She was born in Wilmington, DE on November 23, 1954 and grew up in Garnet Valley, PA. She attended Valley Forge Christian College before her family relocated to Tilghman Island, MD where she met...

Bhailalbhai Nathabhai Patel

Bhailalbhai Nathabhai Patel

Feb 16, 2020

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Gerda Ille

Gerda Ille

Feb 15, 2020

Gerda Ille (nee Jahnke) Born October 29, 1934 in Berlin Germany. Passed away unexpectedly on February 15, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Guenter. Dedicated mother of Cornelia Ille-Hoekstra, Marcus (Susan), and the late Thomas. Loving Oma to Christian, Alex and Anna Ille-Hoekstra, and Connor and Cole Kirby. Also survived by countless friends and relatives in the United States and...

Jewel "Judy" Taylor

Jewel "Judy" Taylor

Feb 12, 2020

Jewel "Judy" Taylor, 82, of Savannah, passed away peacefully at home Wednesday February 12, 2020. Mrs. Taylor was born on October 4, 1937 in Savannah, the daughter of the late Samuel and Cleo Perry. She was a longtime member of South Gardens Christian Church and Central Christian Church. At South Gardens Christian Church she served as a Youth Leader and...

Bettie Lee Burns

Bettie Lee Burns

Feb 12, 2020

Bettie Lee Bragg Burns, 86, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Wednesday, February 12, 2020. She was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Jerry Don “Tex” Burns, Sr. A native of Screven County, GA, Bettie was the daughter of James and Corene McMillen Bragg. She was a member of First Baptist Church of...

Amrutbhai Patel

Amrutbhai Patel

Feb 11, 2020

Amrutbhai Patel, 76, of Hinesville, Georgia died Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at Memorial Hospital, Savannah, Georgia Visitation : 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Friday, February 14, 2020 at the Baker McCullough Funeral Home Garden City Chapel. Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 15, 2020 at the Baker McCullough Funeral Home Garden City Chapel. Baker McCullough Funeral Home Garden City Chapel,...