Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Savannah, Garden City, Georgia
Beverly J. Briggs
Sep 10, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Beverly J. Briggs, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, who left us on Tuesday, September 10th, 2024, at the age of 75. Born on Tuesday, November 16th, 1948, in Statesboro, GA, Beverly was a long-time resident of Savannah, GA.
Beverly was known for her kind spirit, unwavering love for her...
Desmond Hubbard
Sep 5, 2024
Desmond Hubbard June 22, 1966 – September 5,2024 Desmond Hubbard, age 58, of Jamaica, Queens, NY, passed away on September 5, 2024. A proud U.S. Army veteran, who honorably served in the Persian Gulf War during Operation Desert Storm, embodying courage and dedication throughout his military career. Born on June 22, 1966, Desmond lived a life marked by loyalty, warmth,...
James Lenton Cribbs Jr
Sep 5, 2024
James Lenton Cribbs Jr, 72, of Savannah passed away Thursday, September 5, 2024 at home. James was born in Beaufort, South Carolina but was a native of, of Savannah, he was the son of James Lenton Cribbs Sr. and Cora Ann Deloach Cribbs. James graduated from Savannah High in 1970. Has been married to his beautiful wife Donna Lee Cribbs...
Surajben Harmanbhai Patel
Sep 5, 2024
SurajBen Harmanbhai Patel, aged 94, passed away on September 5, 2024, in Savannah, Georgia. Born on June 8, 1930, in Ode, Gujarat, India, she lived a life marked by devotion to her family and community.
SurajBen was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Harmanbhai Patel.
She is survived by her loving children, Arvind Patel and Pushpa Patel, who will cherish her...
Robert Goethe
Sep 4, 2024
Mr. Robert Wiggins Goethe, 92, of Hoschton, Georgia, passed away on September 4, 2024 at his residence.
Mr. Goethe was employed with the Georgia Ports Authority where he worked in the Finance and Operations Divisions and ultimately retired in 1993 as the Assistant Executive Director. He then worked as an international transportation consultant through 2015.
He was the adopted son of Annie...
Michael John Drabek
Sep 4, 2024
Michael John Drabek passed away peacefully on September 4, 2024. He is in the presence of our Lord after a five-year battle with the rare cancer, Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor. Michael was born on December 14, 1968, in Buffalo, New York. He was the son of Carolyn Ann (Hess) and Edwin Stephen Drabek. He was baptized and received First Communion at...
Vicktoria Lynn Higley
Sep 4, 2024
Vicktoria "Tori" Lynn Higley, 38, of Savannah, GA, passed away on Wednesday, September 4th, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Louisville, Kentucky on August 30th, 1986.
Tori is survived by her loving husband, Austin Higley, her daughter Madison Kern, her mother Dorene Cottingham, her father Jerry Wilson, her sisters and brothers-in-law Christina Downey (Steven), Elizabeth Goode...
Margaret Rahn
Sep 1, 2024
Margaret Ellen Rahn, 77, of Savannah Georgia passed away on Sunday, September 1, 2024. Margaret Ellen was a loving wife of 59 years to her husband who preceded her in death by 9 days. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother (proudly named “G.G.”). She loves Jesus and was a member of Bible Baptist Church. Her joy was contagious...
Brian David Ray
Aug 30, 2024
Brian David Ray, age 48, of Springfield, GA, passed away on Friday, August 30th, 2024 as results from an automobile accident. He was born on Friday, June 25th, 1976 in Savannah, GA to the late Brian William Ray and Glenda Faye Jacobs Ray. Brian was a dedicated landscaper by profession and had a passion for helping others. He was known...
Barbara Sue Allen
Aug 30, 2024
Barbara Sue Blue Allen, 89, of Savannah, GA, passed away on Friday, August 30, 2024. She was born on February 22, 1935 in Savannah, GA to the late Jim and Lucile Blue. She was a member of Higher Ground (formally Cresthill) Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School for many years and kept the nursery. She will be remembered for...
Judy Nell Saturday
Aug 28, 2024
Judy Readdick Saturday, 79, of Savannah, died on August 28, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Savannah on March 2, 1945. She was predeceased by her husband, James C. Saturday; a son, James C. Saturday, Jr.; parents, Mr. and Mrs. E.F. Readdick, Jr; and a brother, Mr. E.F. Readdick, III. She is survived by a son,...
Roy Otis White Sr.
Aug 27, 2024
Roy Otis White Sr., 82, of Guyton, GA passed away Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at Memorial Health University Medical Center. A native of Savannah, Georgia, he was the son of the late Carter Wiseman White and Janie Miller White. Roy was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather who loved his family with all his heart. He was also a lover...
John Woodrow Tucker Jr
Aug 27, 2024
John Woodrow Tucker, Jr. (Johnny) 11.09.1942 – 8.27.2024 It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved father, John W. (Johnny) Tucker, Jr. Johnny passed away August 27, 2024, peacefully at his home after a month-long battle with gastric cancer. He was 81 years old. He was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years,...
Arthur Camarillo "Art" Garza
Aug 25, 2024
Arthur Camarillo “Art” Garza, 75, was born August 16, 1949 to Alberto and Ramona Garza in San Antonio, Texas. He received his early education at Burbank High School and went on to serve 13 years in the United States Army where he received a National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Career Counsel Badge, Army Achievement...
Steven David Shore
Aug 25, 2024
Steven D. Shore passed away Sunday, August 25th, 2024.
Steve was born & raised with his five siblings in Brooklyn NY. Steve became a true Southerner, living in Savannah over the last 60 years but his NY roots never left him. He served in the Air Force with the Strategic Air Command at Hunter Air Force Base and forever loved the...
Teresa "Terry" Annette Smith
Aug 24, 2024
Teresa "Terry" Smith, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, August 24th, 2024 at the age of 66. She was born in Savannah on June 18th, 1958 to Jerry Bennett, Sr. and Joan Bennett.
Terry was a retired Deputy Sheriff from the Chatham County Sheriff's Department in Savannah, Georgia. She was a dedicated employee who served her community with pride.
Her happiest...
John Edgar Rahn
Aug 23, 2024
John “Edgar” Rahn, 81, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away on Friday, August 23rd, 2024 after a year’s long battle with cancer. Edgar proudly served in the United States Navy and was a general contractor until his retirement. In his later life, he was an avid gardener, guitar picker, collector of anything, and knower of all things. He was always learning...
Dawn H. DeCamp
Aug 23, 2024
Dawn DeCamp, age 67, passed away Friday, August 23, 2024 surrounded by her loved ones.
She was born in Albemarle, North Carolina and raised in Savannah, Georgia. She graduated from Windsor Forest High School in 1974.
Dawn was in Girl Scouting from Brownies through Seniors where she earned her First Class Award. (currently known as Gold Award) She loved camping in the...
Lance Hill
Aug 21, 2024
Jonothon Lance Hill , 52 , passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2024 Lance Hill, a beloved son, father, brother, and friend, passed away, leaving behind a legacy of love, music, and joy. Born in Hahira, Georgia, Lance moved to Savannah as a child, where he found his true home and built a life full of vibrant connections and memorable moments....
Joan Christine Honeycutt
Aug 20, 2024
Joan Christine Chester Walz Honeycutt, 89, passed away August 20, 2024 at her residence. The Savannah native was a lifelong member of Immanuel Baptist Church where she taught Sunday school to preschool aged children for 60 years. She served as an administrative assistant in the medical field for many years, working for Dr. Center, Dr. Edwards, and several others. She...
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