Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Savannah, Garden City, Georgia

Indiar Anna Wilson

Indiar Anna Wilson

Nov 21, 2025

Mrs. Indiar "Indy" Anna Wilson, 85, passed away at her home on Friday, November 21, 2025. Mrs. Wilson was born on October 15, 1940 in Marlow, Georgia to the late Bartow Davis and the late Essie Willie McClellen-Davis. She was raised in Savannah at The Episcopal Home for Girls and attended Savannah High School. Mrs. Wilson served as a waitress...

Ellen J. Petee

Ellen J. Petee

Nov 21, 2025

Ellen Jean Petee, age 79, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on November 21, 2025, passing peacefully at her home in Savannah, Georgia, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on November 7, 1946, in Norwalk, Ohio, Ellen was the daughter of Hobert and Beatrice (Boose) Riggleman. She married the love of her life, Gary...

Robert J. "Bob' Armstrong Jr.

Robert J. "Bob' Armstrong Jr.

Nov 18, 2025

My best friend, my college sweetheart, and my devoted husband of 44 years, Robert Joseph Armstrong, Jr. gained eternal peace on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. Bob, who had survived childhood polio, lost his lengthy battle with heart issues at 78 years old. He was born to Margaret L. Killian Armstrong and Robert J. Armstrong of New Jersey. Bob has one...

Louis F. Wilson Jr.

Louis F. Wilson Jr.

Nov 17, 2025

Louis F. Wilson Jr., 92, was reunited with his soulmate in death on November 17, 2025. Born to Louis F. Wilson Sr. and Rose Isabelle Wilson on March 21, 1933 in Savannah, Georgia. Louis was raised in Savannah, he won the heart of Betty Roberts, his soulmate, by sliding his sister’s Avon samples down her books as he walked down...

Angela "Angie" D. Ortega

Angela "Angie" D. Ortega

Nov 13, 2025

Angela "Angie" Diane Briggs Ortega, 51, of Savannah, GA passed away peacefully on November 13, 2025 with her family by her side.

Born May 21, 1974 in Savannah, GA to Bobby L. Briggs and Beverly Henley Briggs, she lived her whole life on Garrard Ave.

She loved crafting and lived a life full of kindness and love of family and friends.

She was...

Jacob Preston Shoemaker

Jacob Preston Shoemaker

Nov 13, 2025

Jacob Preston Shoemaker, born in Toledo, Ohio, on February 1, 1984, left this Earth to join his Heavenly Father on November 13, 2025.

Jake lived with a depth of heart, loyalty, and sincerity that made him unforgettable. He was a man who loved fully, worked tirelessly, and carried a quiet strength that lifted everyone around him.

Jake’s greatest joy in life was...

Christopher Bryan Hendrix

Christopher Bryan Hendrix

Nov 12, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Christopher "Chris" Bryan Hendrix, who departed this life on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at the age of 46, just a week shy of his 47th birthday. Chris was born in Savannah, GA, on November 19, 1978, and resided in Rincon, GA, where he was dearly loved by family and...

D'Angelo Shaw

D'Angelo Shaw

Nov 12, 2025

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, November 15, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at The Mackey House, 190 Red Gate Farms Trail, Savannah, GA 31405.

Marvina Ortiz

Marvina Ortiz

Nov 12, 2025

Marvina Ann Ortiz, departed this life peacefully on the afternoon of Wednesday, November 12, 2025. Born in Statesboro, Georgia, on October 14, 1947, Marvina lived a life rich with love, laughter, and faith.

A beloved homemaker, Marvina devoted her life to nurturing her family and creating a warm and loving home.

Marvina was deeply rooted in her Catholic faith and was a...

Lee Angus Wise Jr

Lee Angus Wise Jr

Nov 12, 2025

Lee Angus Wise, Jr., passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at the age of 80. A long-time resident of Guyton, Georgia, Lee was born on August 9, 1945, in Savannah, Georgia, a beloved gentleman known for his hard work and love for life’s simplest pleasures. Lee was a dedicated logger, working tirelessly alongside his family in their business, Wise...

Wilson Scott Berry

Wilson Scott Berry

Nov 11, 2025

Mr. Wilson Scott Berry, age 65, of Savannah lost his courageous mental health battle to suicide at home on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Scott was born on March 16, 1960 in Bladensburg, Maryland to the late William O. Berry and the late Eva Gloria Scott Berry. After graduating from Bladensburg High School in 1978, he then moved with his parents...

Bobby D. Stewart

Bobby D. Stewart

Nov 9, 2025

Mr. Bobby D. "Bob" Stewart, age 91, of Savannah passed away on Sunday, November 9, 2025. Mr. Stewart was born on December 4, 1933 in Dublin, Georgia to the late Charles Lamar Stewart and the late Emma Ricks Stewart. Bob joined the navy in 1950 and served aboard the USS Iowa Flagship of the Seventh Fleet. The ship’s duty station...

William Goss Lutman

William Goss Lutman

Nov 8, 2025

William Goss “Bill” Lutman, 92, a long time resident of Munroe Falls, Ohio, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025 in Savannah, GA. Bill was born on September 23, 1933 to Goss and Mildred Lutman, and he lived most of his life in the Akron area. His favorite childhood memories were of spending summers during WWII at his mother’s family...

Anthony "Tony" Paul Ondriezek

Anthony "Tony" Paul Ondriezek

Nov 7, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Anthony "Tony" Paul Ondriezek, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, who went to his eternal rest on Friday, November 7th, 2025, at the age of 71. Tony was a dedicated resident of Ellabell, GA, and was born on a warm summer day, Monday, July 19th, 1954, in Savannah, GA.

Tony...

Mary Elizabeth "Betty" Webster

Mary Elizabeth "Betty" Webster

Nov 6, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mary Elizabeth (Betty) Webster, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, who left this world on Thursday, November 6th, 2025, at the age of 83. Betty passed away peacefully in her home in Pooler, GA, surrounded by her loving family. Born on Wednesday, August 26th, 1942, in Quitman, MS, Betty led a...

Wayne G. Parish

Wayne G. Parish

Nov 6, 2025

Mr. Wayne G. Parish, age 93, of Savannah died on Thursday, November 6, 2025. Mr. Parish was born on April 15, 1932, in Fulton, New York to the late George Dudley Parish and the late Gladys Sandel Parish. After high school he began his college education but left after 2 years to join the Air Force and serve in the...

Robin Ramsey

Robin Ramsey

Nov 3, 2025

Robin R. Ramsey, a cherished resident of Garden City, GA, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 3, 2025, at the age of 65. Born on December 5, 1959, in Savannah, GA, Robin was known for her vibrant spirit, unwavering faith, and boundless love for her family and community.

A graduate of Groves High School in Garden City, Robin dedicated her career...

Betty Williams Lee

Betty Williams Lee

Oct 31, 2025

Betty Williams Lee was born June 10, 1932 in Savannah, GA and passed away Friday, October 31, 2025.

She met the love of her life, Robert F. Lee, Jr. at her Daddy's grocery store and they were married September 3, 1950. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert Lee; son, Larry Lee; son, Jimmy Lee; grandson, Michael Lee; brother, Jason Williams;...

Melissa Lynn Kniphfer

Melissa Lynn Kniphfer

Oct 30, 2025

Melissa Lynn Medders Kniphfer, a cherished resident of Eden, GA, passed away on Thursday, October 30th, 2025, at the age of 60. Born in Savannah, GA, on Monday, February 22nd, 1965, she spent a lifetime weaving bonds of love and friendship that touched countless lives.

Melissa was a devoted homemaker, known for her warm heart and open arms. She enjoyed hunting,...

Betty Sloan Hurndon

Betty Sloan Hurndon

Oct 30, 2025

Betty Sloan Hurndon, 77, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her home on October 30, 2025. She was born on March 3, 1948, in Savannah and was a lifelong resident of her beloved hometown. Betty was the devoted wife of Charles Hurndon for 50 years, with whom she shared a lifetime of love, laughter, and cherished memories. Betty grew...