Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Savannah, Garden City, Georgia
John Martin Dailey
Jul 15, 2025
Mr. John Martin Dailey, age 84, of Savannah, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. Martin lived a life full of hard work, dedication, and love for his family and friends. Martin was preceded in death by his father, Joseph A. Dailey, his mother Gladys Mae Rahn Dailey and all eight of his siblings and their spouses. He is survived...
Betty J. Stevenson
Jul 14, 2025
Betty J. Stevenson, age 91, of Savannah, Georgia passed away on Monday July 14, 2025.
Betty was born on November 18, 1933 in Battle Creek, Michigan to the late Arther VanAman and Hulda VanAman. Betty was a former resident of Battle Creek, MI and Lakeland, FL. Betty moved to Savannah 2 years ago to be closer to family.
Betty retired from Kellogg’s...
Sarah Ann Oglesby
Jul 14, 2025
Sarah Ann Wood Oglesby, daughter of Will and Inez Wood, (birth mother, Inez Wood died when she was eight months old), came to live and was raised by a beloved aunt and uncle, Sterling and Floy Farr, who had three children of their own: Catherine Madeline Calhoun, Welcome Gibson Farr (WG), and Adelaide Floy Waller. She is survived by her...
Dorothy (Dot) Byrd Heape
Jul 13, 2025
Dorothy (Dot) Byrd Heape, 85, of Savannah, Georgia passed away in the comfort of her home on Sunday, July 13, 2025. She is now reunited in Heaven with her loving husband Robert (Bob) Edward Heape, Jr. Dot was born on May 15, 1940, in LaFrance, South Carolina. After graduating from Pendleton High School, she graduated from Carolina School of Commerce....
Tia Juanita Hoffman
Jul 6, 2025
With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for her life, we announce the passing of Tia Juanita Hoffman, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend, who departed this world on July 6, 2025. Born on December 21, 1968, in Orange, New Jersey, Tia grew up surrounded by the close-knit bonds of family and community that would shape the nurturing spirit she...
Sandra Carpenter Jay
Jul 6, 2025
Mrs. Sandra Carpenter Jay, age 83, of Hoschton, Georgia passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 6, 2025. Mrs. Jay was born on April 29, 1942, in Asheville, North Carolina to the late George Emree Carpenter and the late Dora Piercy Carpenter. Mrs. Jay worked for St. Joseph’s/Candler hospital as a Cytotechnologist in Savannah, Georgia where she lived from 1980 until...
Walter Edward "Eddie" Hammond III
Jul 1, 2025
Walter Edward Hammond III, affectionately known to many as Eddie, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 1st, 2025, at his home in Baxley, Georgia. Born on September 5th, 1986, in Savannah, Georgia, Eddie's life, though faced with challenges, was filled with joy, love, and a contagious zest for life that touched everyone who knew him.
Despite being disabled, Eddie’s presence lit...
Amanda Jean Bray
Jun 30, 2025
Amanda Jean Bray, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on Monday, June 30, 2025, in Pooler, Georgia. Born on October 1, 1979, in the serene town of Chewelah, Washington, Amanda's life was marked by her love for family, passion for her work, and vibrant interests.
Pooler, Georgia became Amanda's cherished home, where she built a life filled...
Joseph "Scotty" Scott Wilds
Jun 30, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Joseph Scott Wilds, affectionately known as "Scotty," who left this world on Monday, June 30, 2025, at the age of 47. Scotty was a cherished resident and native son of Savannah, GA, where he was born on Saturday, January 7, 1978. His unexpected departure has left a void in...
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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...
June Birgit Marie Broadwell
Jun 24, 2025
Mrs. Broadwell was born on October 6, 1939 in Bellingham, Washington to the late Eric Westman and Birgit Westlund Westman. June was preceded in death by her husband, Bradford Broadwell and her sister Nancy. She is survived by her brothers, Henry, Frank, Jim, Jack and David; her sisters Elsie and Linda; her children Eric, Barry, Christian and Georgianna. June has...
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...
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