Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Savannah, Garden City, Georgia
Gerald Ogden Cameron Jr
Aug 18, 2025
Gerald Ogden Cameron Jr. "Jerry", aged 78, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025, at his residence in Savannah, Georgia, his birthplace and lifelong home. Gerald was a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, known for his love of family, dedication to work, and service to his country.
Born on September 21, 1946, to Gerald Ogden Cameron Sr. and Lois Poppel Buckner,...
Connie Jane Clark Newman
Sep 13, 2025
Mrs. Connie Jane Clark Newman, age 78, of Savannah passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Mrs. Newman was born on December 24, 1946 in Savannah, Georgia to the late Hubert R. Clark and the late Mary Isabelle Holmes Clark. She was a 1965 graduate of Savannah High School and attended Armstrong College. Mrs. Newman retired after 32 years from...
Shirley A. Jarriel
Sep 13, 2025
Shirley A. Jarriel, age 79, of Port Wentworth passed away Saturday, September 13, 2025 at home.
Shirley was born on October 12, 1945 in Reidsville, GA, the daughter of the late Benjamin F. Jarriel and Hilma L. Jarriel. She was a graduate of Robert W. Groves High School and continued her formal education at Paris Beauty School and Draughon’s Business College....
Oscar Lee Burgess Jr.
Sep 12, 2025
Oscar Burgess, 62 years old, born and raised in Savannah, GA, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 12, 2025, at 1046 Scott Street, surrounded by loved ones. Born on February 13, 1963. The beloved child of late Ella Louise Temple and Robert Baker Jr., He joined First African Baptist Church as a youth and lately, became a member of IBCF....
Jerry "Bo" Bennett Jr.
Sep 10, 2025
Jerry "Bo" Bennett Jr., a beloved resident of Savannah, Georgia, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025, at the age of 66. Born and raised in the charming city of Savannah on May 27, 1959, Jerry's life was a tapestry woven with love, joy, and passion for the things he held dear.
Jerry was a cherished son of the late Jerry...
Christen Lynne Bunton
Sep 7, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Christen Lynne Bunton, age 51, of Pooler, Ga on Sunday, September 7, 2025.
Christen was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, and sister. She was born on Friday, December 14, 1973, in Wilmington, North Carolina, where her journey through life began.
Christen devoted her career to caring for others in the most...
Arthur Greggory Jones
Sep 5, 2025
Arthur Greggory Jones, affectionately known as "Gregg," passed away peacefully on Friday, September 5, 2025, at the age of 68 at his home under the care of Compassus Hospice and surrounded by his family. A beloved resident of Rincon, Georgia, Gregg was born on Saturday, November 24, 1956, in Savannah, Georgia, to the late Franklin M. Jones and Hazel Hodges...
Bessie Turner Chappas
Sep 3, 2025
Bessie Turner Chappas, 93, went into the arms of the angels, on September 3, 2025 under the care of Hospice of Savannah. She was born in Kalamata, Greece, moved here as a child, and this transition formed her life as an author of children’s books and other publications, professional storyteller, newspaper columnist and retired media specialist.
She was an active member...
Madhuben Rameshchandra Patel
Sep 3, 2025
Madhuben Rameshchandra Patel, a beloved homemaker and cherished member of the Savannah, GA community, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at the age of 71. Her journey began in the tranquil village of Gitapura Kaira, India, where she was born on a beautiful Sunday, February 14, 1954.
Madhuben is lovingly remembered and survived by her devoted husband, Rameshchandra Parshottambhai...
Dean Thomas Gallagher
Sep 1, 2025
Dean Thomas Gallagher, age 85, of Savannah, and formerly of Ridgeland and Bluffton/Hilton Head Island, SC, passed away on Monday, September 1, 2025. Dean was born on June 28, 1940 in Auburn, New York to the late Joseph James Gallagher, Sr. and the late Frances Marie Gallagher. He grew up in Cherry HiIl, New Jersey, and was a hard worker...
Brenda Lanier
Sep 1, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brenda Lanier, age 78, on September 1, 2025. Brenda, a loving mother, grandmother, and friend, left this world peacefully. Born on July 5, 1947, Brenda was a beacon of warmth and kindness throughout her life. Her genuine compassion, infectious smile, and unwavering support touched everyone she met. Whether she...
Alice Faye Stanfield
Aug 31, 2025
Mrs. Alice Faye (Coleman) Stanfield, 74, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, August 31, 2025. Born on July 17, 1951, in Swainsboro, Georgia, Faye was the daughter of the late Lewis Franklin Coleman and Mary Ann (Jackson) Coleman. A proud graduate of Windsor Forest High School, she enjoyed a distinguished career in the shipping industry,...
Arthur Lee McAuley Sr.
Aug 30, 2025
Mr. Arthur Lee McAuley, Sr. passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at the Magnolia Manor Nursing Center, in Midway, GA, twelve days before his 96th birthday. He was the born in Savannah GA, on September 11, 1929, to Eustace and Gladys (Bonfoey) McAuley. He was the youngest of seven children, and the only one of the seven not...
Robert A. Denmark
Aug 30, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Robert A. Denmark, lovingly known as "Bobby" and "Papa," who left us peacefully on Saturday, August 30th, 2025. Born on December 4th, 1949, in Statesboro, Georgia, Bobby spent his later years in Eden, GA, cherishing the love of family and friends.
Bobby is survived by his devoted wife of 57 years, Donna Hendrix...
Redmond Gil Patrick
Aug 29, 2025
Redmond Gil Patrick April 4, 1964 – August 29, 2025 Redmond Gil Patrick, 61, of Pooler, Georgia, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2025, surrounded by his beloved wife, Charlene, and family. Born on April 4, 1964, in Savannah, GA, Gil spent most of his life in Pooler, where he built a legacy of love, laughter, and craftsmanship. Although named...
Harry Edward South Sr.
Aug 28, 2025
Harry Edward South of Savannah, Georgia, finally lost his lifelong battle with gravity and time. You can only cheat death so many times before it calls your bluff. Known affectionately (and sometimes not-so-affectionately) as “Iron Head,” he lived a life full of stubbornness, gators, duck hunting, and enough profanity to make a sailor blush. But most importantly, he lived a...
Charles Edward McKenna
Aug 27, 2025
Charles Edward McKenna, age 88, of Savannah passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. Mr. McKenna was born on July 7, 1937 in Savannah to the late John & Cora McKenna. Before retiring, he worked as a baker for Krispy Kreme Donut Company from 1958 until 2001. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife,...
Gregory "Greg" Landon Peed Sr.
Aug 26, 2025
Gregory "Greg" Landon Peed Sr., 67. of Ellabell, Georgia, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 26, 2025 leaving behind cherished memories. Born in Alexandria, Virginia on August 31, 1957, Greg lived a full and meaningful life defined by love, laughter, hard work, and family.
Greg was raised in California and after high school, entered the United States Army, which led him...
Mary Nell Kennedy
Aug 25, 2025
Mary Nell Kennedy passed away on August 25, 2025. She was born on January 11, 1928 in Tattnall County, GA. to the late Nim and Ida Driggers. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Darwin Kennedy and her daughter, Lisa Vaughn. She was the last of thirteen brothers and sisters.
Mary Nell is survived by...
Peggy S. McAlister
Aug 23, 2025
Peggy S. McAlister went to be with her Savior on Saturday, August 23, 2025.
She was preceded in death by the love of her life, Joseph Vincent McAlister, Sr; her father, Paul T. Sanders; her mother, Juanita J. Sanders; her sister, Lynette Flathmann; and her son, Joseph Vincent McAlister, Jr.
She is survived by her brother, Thomas Sanders; her daughter, Julia M....
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