Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Savannah, Garden City, Georgia

Dona Ronella Edenfield

Dona Ronella Edenfield

Jun 8, 2025

Dona Ronella Edenfield, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at the age of 94. She was a cherished resident of Garden City, Georgia, and her gracious spirit and enduring love will be profoundly missed by all who knew her. Born on October 27, 1930, in Mount Vernon, Georgia, Dona was the daughter...

David William Stanhope Sr.

David William Stanhope Sr.

Jun 7, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David William Stanhope Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother. David departed this life on Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Savannah, Georgia, surrounded by family in the city where he was born and spent a lifetime filled with love, laughter, and devotion to family. Born on September...

Johnny Mack Vincent

Johnny Mack Vincent

Jun 7, 2025

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Johnny Mack Vincent, who departed this life on Saturday, June 7, 2025. Born on January 6, 1976, a crisp winter Tuesday in Savannah, Georgia, Johnny's life was one of warmth, humor, and immeasurable love. He resided in Eden, Georgia, where he was a beloved husband, father,...

Gladys Marie Schumacher

Gladys Marie Schumacher

Jun 4, 2025

Mrs. Gladys "Gigi" Marie Schumacher, age 93, of Savannah, died Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at Riverview Health and Rehabilitation Center surrounded by her loving family. Gigi was born on May 16, 1932 in Helmar, Illinois to Torstein and Helen "nee Erickson" Gjerde . She was a 1948 graduate from Yorkville High School and later graduated from the University of Illinois....

George Harland Zittrauer

George Harland Zittrauer

Jun 4, 2025

Mr. George Harland Zittrauer, age 81, of Guyton, died June 4, 2025, at Memorial Health Medical Center. George was born on May 12, 1944 in Hinesville, Georgia to Otto Harland Zittrauer and Myrtle Underwood Zittrauer and lived in the coastal empire most of his life. He was a 1964 graduate of Savannah High School, after high school he joined the...

John Kerves Jr.

John Kerves Jr.

Jun 4, 2025

John Kerves, Jr. passed away June 4, 2025 after a short illness. He was born February 19,1937 in Savannah, Georgia. He was a 1954 graduate of Savannah High, attended Armstrong College, and graduated from the University of South Carolina in 1961. He was also a member of the Georgia Air National Guard. A lifelong Gamecock, through thick and thin, he...

Gregory Lee O'neal

Gregory Lee O'neal

Jun 3, 2025

Mr. Gregory Lee O'neal, age 68, of Savannah passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. Mr. O'neal was born on October 29, 1956 in Griffin, Georgia to the late Bob Lee O'neal and the late Evelyn Garmon O'neal. He retired from Georgia Power after many years of service as a customer service specialist. He enjoyed gardening, and he was an...

Philip Earl Bowden

Philip Earl Bowden

Jun 2, 2025

Philip (Phil) Earl Bowden, age 84, of Savannah, GA, peacefully passed away at home in the early hours of June 2, 2025, with loved ones by his side.

Phil was born in Orrington, ME, the 2nd of 6 sons of the late Donald F. Bowden and the late Thelma Perkins Bowden.

He graduated from the University of Maine, Orono, where he received...

Maniben V. Patel

Maniben V. Patel

May 31, 2025

Maniben V. Patel, 98, of Hardeeville, SC passed away Saturday, May 31, 2025 at Coastal Medical Center in Hardeeville, SC. Funeral Services will be held 10:00 a. m. Thursday, June 5, 2025 at the Baker McCullough Funeral Home Garden City Chapel. Please sign our online guestbook at www. bakermccullough.com. Services have been entrusted to Baker McCullough Funeral Home Garden City...

Mary H. Degennaro

Mary H. Degennaro

May 30, 2025

Mary Sturdivant Heard DeGennaro died peacefully on May 30, 2025, after a long illness. Mary was born November 23, 1943, at the Telfair Hospital in Savannah, Georgia, the only daughter of Richard Willis Heard, Jr. and Alice Riddle Read Heard. Mary grew up at “Wildwood,” an idyllic estate on the Back Burnside River near Bethesda and across the marsh from...

William "Kenny" Rowland

William "Kenny" Rowland

May 30, 2025

William "Kenny" Rowland, born on March 10, 1946, in Savannah, Georgia, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2025, at Hospice Savannah, surrounded by his loving wife of 53 years, Frances Rowland. A devoted family man, Kenny leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.

Kenny enjoyed a fulfilling career as a crane operator, working for many different companies. After retirement,...

Gary Wayne Holland

Gary Wayne Holland

May 26, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gary Wayne Holland, age 59, on May 26, 2025. Gary, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away after a sudden illness. Gary is survived by his devoted wife, Sandra Holland; his children, Justin Holland (Lindsey) and Ashley Youmans (Wade); and his cherished grandchildren, Madison Holland, Camryn...

John Edward Taylor

John Edward Taylor

May 24, 2025

Mr. John Edward Taylor, of Savannah, died on Saturday, May 24, 2025 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Savannah. John was born on October 12, 1954 in Savannah to Jack H. Taylor Sr. and Mary Allison Taylor and lived in Savannah all his life. He was a 1972 graduate from Jenkins High School and worked with Local188 for fifty years as...

Charles Kevin Rish

Charles Kevin Rish

May 23, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Charles Kevin Rish, a beloved father, son, brother, and friend, who left this world on Friday, May 23rd, 2025, at the age of 63. Born on April 12th, 1962, in Savannah, Georgia, Kevin spent his life in the city he loved, surrounded by the family and friends who cherished...

Terrance Breyman

Terrance Breyman

May 22, 2025

In Loving Memory of Terry Breyman Mr. Terrance (Terry) Breyman, age 76, of Savannah, passed away at home on Thursday, May 22, 2025. He was born on November 24, 1948, in Findlay, Ohio, where he grew up and showed his drive for success early by attaining the rank of Eagle Scout. Terry was predeceased by his father, Hollis Breyman, his...

William Lloyd Carter Sr

William Lloyd Carter Sr

May 21, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William Lloyd Carter Sr., known affectionately as Lloyd, on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, in Savannah, Georgia. Lloyd lived a full and adventurous life, passing away just days after his 77th birthday surrounded by his loved ones. Born on May 17, 1948, in Savannah, Georgia, Lloyd lived a life marked...

Janice Renell Gardner

Janice Renell Gardner

May 18, 2025

Ms. Janice Renell Gardner, age 63, of Savannah, died Sunday, May 18, 2025, at Landmark Hospital after an extended illness.

Janice was born on July 16, 1961 in Savannah to the late Freddie Gardner and Adel Polite Gardner. She was a caregiver and a devoted member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness on Wilmington Island. Janice was baptized in 1992 and...

Doris Robertson

Doris Robertson

May 17, 2025

Doris Francis Miller Robertson

June 22, 1941 – May 17, 2025

It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the passing of Doris Francis Miller Robertson, who left this world peacefully on May 17, 2025, at the age of 83.

Born on June 22, 1941, Doris brought warmth, kindness, and strength into the lives of all who knew her. Her presence...

Martha Herroon Macon

Martha Herroon Macon

May 17, 2025

Martha Herroon Macon of Pooler died peacefully at home on Saturday, May 17th, 2025.

She was a loving mother to three daughters: Janet Mobley of Corinth, Kentucky, Lisa Macon-Stewart of Knoxville, Tennessee, and Sarah Harper of Garden City, Georgia, as well as her son-in-law, Robbie Harper. She was proud of her six grandchildren: Stephanie, Samantha, Chandler, Starla, Zachary, and Kylee. Martha...

Christopher Thomas VonBergen

Christopher Thomas VonBergen

May 15, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Christpher “Chris” Thomas VonBergen, who left this world on May 15, 2025, at the age of 52. Born on November 18, 1972, to James “Jimmy” T. VonBergen and Brenda Faye Niblett VonBergen, Chris brought a unique light and warmth to all who knew him throughout his life. Chris had...