Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Savannah, Garden City, Georgia

Kellie Ward Crewe Gilmore

Kellie Ward Crewe Gilmore

Jun 30, 2025

Kellie Ward Crewe Gilmore, passed away on Monday, June 30th, 2025. Born in Savannah, GA, on February 16th, 1965. Her sudden departure has left an emptiness that words can’t quite touch, but her spirit—wild, warm, and unforgettable—will live on in her favorite songs, every stray animal rescued, and the ocean breeze.

Kellie was known for her vivacious, fun spirit and her...

Edna Claudine McClelland McCullough

Edna Claudine McClelland McCullough

Jun 30, 2025

Pooler, GA – Edna Claudine McClelland McCullough peacefully passed away on Monday, June 30th, 2025, surrounded by loved ones and under the care of Hospice Savannah at the age of 78. Born on January 18th, 1947, in Guyton, GA, Edna was a cherished wife, devoted mother, treasured grandmother, and beloved friend.

Edna is warmly remembered and survived by her loving husband...

Mary Ann Clanton Moffett

Mary Ann Clanton Moffett

Jun 29, 2025

Mary Ann Clanton Moffett, a cherished resident of Metter, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at the age of 90. Born in the vibrant city of Savannah, Georgia, to the late John Daniel Clanton and Nathaline Phillips Clanton on September 7, 1934, Mary led a full and rich life, deeply rooted in love and dedication to her...

Rabbi Saul Jacob Rubin

Rabbi Saul Jacob Rubin

Jun 28, 2025

Rabbi Saul Jacob Rubin, age 95, of St Simons Island, Georgia passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025.

Rabbi Rubin was born in Newark, NJ, May 23, 1930. He graduated from Drew University, Magna Cum Laude in 1952. His post-graduate studies were at Columbia, and ordained at Hebrew Union College, Cincinnati, in 1958, with a Master of Hebrew Letters Degree. In...

Larry C. Kersey

Larry C. Kersey

Jun 27, 2025

Larry C. Kersey, age 68 of Savannah passed away Friday, June 27, 2025 at his home.

Mr. Kersey was born on December 5, 1956 in Swainsboro, GA, the son of Lillian and Wylie Kersey. He was a graduate of Southwest High School in Macon, GA. He loved working on cars and was an ASE Master Technician. He was the owner of...

Rev. David I. Marchant, Sr.

Rev. David I. Marchant, Sr.

Jun 26, 2025

Rev. David I. Marchant, Sr., age 78, of Savannah passed away Thursday, June 26, 2025.

Rev. Marchant, a native of Savannah was born on May 1, 1947, the son of the late Nanny and James Marchant. He was a graduate of H.V. Jenkins High School. He was a veteran of the United States Army. Following his military tenure, he served with...

Janet Strickland

Janet Strickland

Jun 26, 2025

Mrs. Janet Strickland, age 76, of Savannah, died Thursday, June 26, 2025, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Savannah. Janet was born on October 8, 1948 in Bloomington, Indiana to George Welch and Foneda Neal Welch. She was a graduate from Bloomington High School and lived in Kentucky before moving to Savannah in September 1995. She worked as a property manager...

Manuben Rambhai Patel

Manuben Rambhai Patel

Jun 26, 2025

Respected Haribhakta, Jai Swaminarayan

It is with deep sadness that we inform you of the passing away of Manuba Patel (1934-

2025)

Manuba Rambhai Patel of Pathron- Bardoli District Surat , Mother of Kiritbhai, Anilbhai,

Rasilaben ,Malaben, Gitaben, Hemuben & Nayanaben And Mother in law to

Nayanben,Daxaben,Ishwarbhai,Jayantibhai,Maheshbhai,Kiranbhai & Arunbhai.

Peacefully Passed away to Akshardham on Thursday June 26th 2025 at the age of 91.

Details of Prayer...

Sandra Kay Lowder

Sandra Kay Lowder

Jun 25, 2025

We’re heartbroken to share that Sandra Kay Lowder, our fun-loving, big-hearted, one-of-a-kind wife, mom, grandma, great-grandma, and friend to many, passed away on June 25, 2025, at the age of 72. She is now reunited with her husband, Ronald T. Lowder. Sandra didn’t just raise her own children—Charlene Collins-Demaines (Waldo), Sandi Rivers (Quintin Jr.), Cheryl Kordes (Scott), Barbara Lowder, and...

Bobbie Willie Sams

Bobbie Willie Sams

Jun 20, 2025

Bobbie Willie Sams, a cherished resident of Savannah, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 20th, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on Sunday, August 19th, 1951, in Savannah, Bobbie was a beloved member of his community, known for his beautiful smile and warm personality.

Bobbie attended Savannah Public Schools and dedicated 25 years of his life to his work...

Harry William McCarthy

Harry William McCarthy

Jun 20, 2025

Mr. Harry William McCarthy, age 92, of Savannah passed away on June 20, 2025, in Savannah, Georgia. Born on May 5, 1933, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Harry graced this world with 92 years of kindness, dedication, and love. Harry spent over four decades of his life as a devoted paper maker at Union Camp, retiring after an impressive 42-year career. His...

Joseph Pheus Sinopoli

Joseph Pheus Sinopoli

Jun 20, 2025

Joseph “Tony” Pheus Sinopoli, 82, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away on June 20, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born and raised in Savannah, Tony lived a life full of devotion to faith, family, and community. He is survived by his beloved wife, Athena “Jane” Sinopoli; daughters Angie Mock (Alan) and Joann Fountain (Edward); grandchildren Summer Bowen (Travis), Michael Mock...

Ronald Lewis Ellis

Ronald Lewis Ellis

Jun 19, 2025

Mr. Ronald "Ronnie" Lewis Ellis, age 65, of Fitzgerald, died on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at his residence following an extended illness. Ronnie was born on June 30, 1959 in Savannah to Lewis Henry Ellis and Evelyn Lessie Stembridge Ellis; and lived in Savannah most of his life before moving to Fitzgerald several years ago. He was a 1977 graduate...

Patricia Anne Lowe Stalnaker

Patricia Anne Lowe Stalnaker

Jun 17, 2025

Patricia Anne Lowe Stalnaker, age 64, of Savannah, GA passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2025.

Mrs. Stalnaker was born on February 25, 1961 in Savannah, the daughter of the late R.L. and Laura Lowe. She was a 1979 graduate of Calvary Day School. Patricia began her career with First Union Bank, later Wachovia Bank and ultimately retired as the Branch Manager...

Stephen "Steve" Alwin Van Wechel

Stephen "Steve" Alwin Van Wechel

Jun 17, 2025

Stephen Alwin Van Wechel (Steve), 80 of Garden City, GA went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, June 18, 2025.

Steve was born on April 8, 1945 in Seattle, WA. He married Betty Catherine Anderson of Garden City, GA on August 22, 1967. After graduating from Covenant College, he entered the Army and served state-side from September of...

Rev. Cecil F. Gray

Rev. Cecil F. Gray

Jun 17, 2025

Rev. Cecil F. Gray, age 85, of Savannah passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at his home.

Rev. Gray was born on March 23, 1940 in Macon, GA, the son of the late W.H. and Myrtle Ethridge Gray. He began his pastoral career in May of 1962 in Dublin, GA. Prior to serving in Dublin he sang with a National Quartet,...

Earline Best Arnsdorff

Earline Best Arnsdorff

Jun 16, 2025

Earline Best Arnsdorff, age 91, of Hardeeville, SC, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on April 9, 1934 in Grays, South Carolina to Lucille Freeman Best and Major McDuffie Best. She was a member of Highway 30 Church of Christ in Guyton, Georgia.

Earline was the owner and operator of the first...

Mahendrabhai Z. Patel

Mahendrabhai Z. Patel

Jun 16, 2025

In Loving Memory of Mahendrabhai Z. Patel (Shekhadi-Petlad)

Apr 22, 1956 - June 16, 2025

Mahendrabhai Z. Patel, husband of Geetaben Patel, father of Payalben Patel, Priyankaben Eastlack & Pratulbhai Patel, and father-in-law of Kalpeshbhai Patel, Benjamin Eastlack & Komalben Patel, passed away to Akshardham in Savannah, GA at the age of 70 on Monday, June 16, 2025.

Funeral services will be held...

Surendrabhai Tribhuvandas Patel

Surendrabhai Tribhuvandas Patel

Jun 13, 2025

In Loving Memory of Surendrabhai T. PatelJanuary 4, 1950 – June 13, 2025Surendrabhai T. Patel, 75, of Tampa, Florida, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2025.A devoted father, grandfather, and friend, Surendrabhai was predeceased by his beloved wife, Ranjan, and is survived by his loving family: Son, daughter in law, daughter and son in law and his two cherished granddaughters.Born...

Richard Kornel Bennertz

Richard Kornel Bennertz

Jun 12, 2025

Richard “Dick” Kornel Bennertz, age 89, of Savannah Ga, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his family. He was born on August 11, 1935 in Washington D.C. to Richard Bennertz and Julianna Erbacher Bennertz. Dick was a first generation American, born to German Immigrants. He and his wife lived in The Villages, Florida,...