Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Savannah, Garden City, Georgia

James Wilson Strickland

James Wilson Strickland

Apr 20, 2025

Mr. James "Jim" W. Strickland, age 92, of Savannah, died on Sunday, April 20, 2025, at his residence. He was born on April 2, 1933 in Savannah to Hearst Wilson Strickland and Eloise Janet Lariscy and lived here all his life. Jim graduated from Savannah High School and served in the United States Navy. He was in the Navy during...

Billy Jerome Walls

Billy Jerome Walls

Apr 20, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Billy Jerome Walls, who departed this world peacefully on Sunday, April 20, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on a Saturday, August 29, 1936, in Gastonia, North Carolina, Billy lived a full and meaningful life surrounded by loved ones and cherished experiences.

Billy was predeceased by his beloved spouse,...

Martha Eileen Mason

Martha Eileen Mason

Apr 19, 2025

Martha Mason passed away on April 18, 2025 after a short illness. She was born to Ira and Mae Chambers on September 8, 1932. Her childhood years were spent in Americus, Georgia. She attended Americus city schools and Andrews College. After marriage to Frank Ellis Mason, they lived in several communities before being transferred to Richmond, Virginia. They returned to...

Pravinkumar B Patel

Pravinkumar B Patel

Apr 19, 2025

Pravinkumar B. Patel, 67, of Goodlettsville TN passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Savannah, Georgia.

Funeral Services will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday, April 21, 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 Chapel, 2794 West US Highway...

Margaret Anne Moore

Margaret Anne Moore

Apr 17, 2025

Margaret Carter Moore was born in Norfolk, Virginia, on May 16, 1935, to Mary Strouse and James Walter Carter. Her parents brought her to Savannah at the age of five.

Mrs. Moore is predeceased by her husband of sixty-nine years, Barney I. Moore; sister-in-law, Peggy Moore; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and many dear friends.

Mrs. Moore was educated in local schools...

Martha Lee Utley

Martha Lee Utley

Apr 17, 2025

In Loving Memory of Martha Lee Utley

Sunrise: 01/22/1930 – Sunset: 04/17/2025

Martha Lee Utley, a cherished matriarch and guiding light to her family, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by the love she so freely gave throughout her life. Her journey here ended gently, but her legacy will continue to bloom in the hearts of those she loved.

Born to the late...

Robert Stewart Cutler

Robert Stewart Cutler

Apr 16, 2025

LCDR Robert S. Cutler, 97, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2025, in Savannah, Georgia. A devoted son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and patriot, he lived a life marked by service to his country and unwavering dedication to his family and fellow veterans. Born on April 14, 1928, in Braintree, Massachusetts, Robert was the beloved son of Charles Cutler and...

Richard Grant Magune

Richard Grant Magune

Apr 15, 2025

Mr. Richard G. "Dick" Magune, age 89, of Tybee Island, died Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at Summer Breeze Senior Living after an extended battle with Alzheimer's disease. Dick was born on December 14, 1935, in Worcester, Massachusetts, to Robert R. Magune and Barbara Popplewell Dodge. He lived in Chatham County for nearly seventy years and was a 1953 graduate of...

John Robin Wells

John Robin Wells

Apr 15, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of John Robin Wells, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. John was born on Sunday, August 25th, 1957, in Savannah, Georgia, and passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 15th, 2025, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Savannah, Georgia, surrounded by his loving family. John is survived by his devoted...

James Alvin Stokes

James Alvin Stokes

Apr 12, 2025

James Alvin "Jimmy" Stokes, age 84, of Savannah passed away on Friday, April 12, 2025. Mr. Stokes was born on September 4, 1940 in Savannah to the late Len Wood Stokes and the late Dorothy Hires Stokes. Before retiring, he was the owner and operator of Chatham Heating & Air. He was a member of Bible Baptist Church. Mr. Stokes...

Mary Walton Waitzman

Mary Walton Waitzman

Apr 11, 2025

Mary Walton Waitzman, age 70, of Savannah passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 11, 2025. Savannah has lost one kind, spirited, generous soul. She was one of a kind. Her smile was contagious. She could make everyone laugh. Mary touched so many people around her. And she will be deeply missed. Mary was born on March 21, 1955, in Huntsville,...

Robert John Figuerido

Robert John Figuerido

Apr 10, 2025

Robert John Figuerido, age 78, of Savannah passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025.

Mr. Figuerido was born on November 28, 1946 in Wareham, Massachusetts to the late John Figuerido and the late Lillian Botello Figuerido.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Stephen Figuerido.

Survivors include his wife, Paulette Figuerido; daughters, Sarah Figuerido & Melissa Figuerido;...

Denise Rae Wilson Howard

Denise Rae Wilson Howard

Apr 9, 2025

Denise Rae Wilson Howard, a beloved mother, nana, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at the age of 62. Denise was born on Sunday, June 3, 1962, in Savannah, Georgia, where she spent her entire life. Her passing leaves a profound void in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. Denise dedicated...

Carl Eugene McClanahan

Carl Eugene McClanahan

Apr 7, 2025

Carl Eugene McClanahan, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 7th, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on February 11th, 1947, in Charleston, West Virginia, Carl made a remarkable impact on all who knew him. A long-time resident of the Savannah area after retiring from a 20-year career in the Army, he was known...

Stanley Xenakis

Stanley Xenakis

Apr 7, 2025

Stanley Xenakis, 88, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 7, 2025 in St. Louis, MO. Born in Brooklyn, New York and upon retirement relocating to Hilton Head, South Carolina then spending his last 6 months of life in St. Louis near his son. He spent his career in education, beginning as a science teacher in Brooklyn, New York and later...

Marlene Iler

Marlene Iler

Apr 7, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Mrs. Marlene Leonard Iler, age 92, of Savannah who passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025. Mrs. Iler was born on November 20, 1932 in Bulloch County to the late William Leroy Leonard and the late Alma Futch Leonard. In addition to her parents, she was preceded...

David Arthur Higgs

David Arthur Higgs

Apr 7, 2025

David Higgs 77, a man of steadfast love and quiet strength, passed away peacefully at home April 7, 2025, with family by his side. He left behind a legacy of wisdom, humor, and unwavering devotion to his family and friends. Born in Washington, D.C., and raised in a close-knit family, David grew up with an innate curiosity about the world...

Rukhiben Chhaganbhai Patel

Rukhiben Chhaganbhai Patel

Apr 6, 2025

Rukhiben Chhaganbhai Patel, 85, of Guyton GA passed away Sunday, April 6, 2025 at Memorial Health University Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia.

Please sign our online guestbook at www.bakermccullough.com

Services have been entrusted to Baker McCullough Funeral Home Garden City Chapel, 2794 West US Highway 80 Garden City, GA 31408. (912) 964-2862. www.bakermccullough.com

Kathleen Wrenn

Kathleen Wrenn

Apr 3, 2025

Kathleen "Kathy" P. Wrenn, a cherished resident of Savannah, GA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 3rd, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on Tuesday, March 22nd, 1938, in Lockhart, Texas, Kathy brought warmth, kindness, and an infectious zest for life to all who knew her. Kathy dedicated many years of service as a personal banker with Bank of...

Annie Louise Rea

Annie Louise Rea

Apr 3, 2025

Annie (Ann) Louise Dorminey Rea, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at the age of 85 from complications due to Alzheimer's Disease. She was born the third child of the late Oswald Leonard Dorminey, Sr. and the late Lizzie Stella Parks Dorminey on May 26, 1939, in Poulan, Georgia. She graduated from Sylvester High School as a Valedictorian...