Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Savannah, Garden City, Georgia

Henry David Murphy

Henry David Murphy

Mar 10, 2020

Black Creek- Henry David Murphy passed away after a long illness on Tuesday, March 10, 2020. David was born in Savannah, Georgia May 13, 1940 to the late Henry B. and Anita Morgan Murphy. In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his sister Cynthia M. Weeks. David started a temporary job at Union Bag in May 1959, and...

Leroy Douglas Jr.

Leroy Douglas Jr.

Mar 8, 2020

On Sunday, March 8, 2020, Leroy Douglas, Jr. passed away at Memorial Hospital due to serious medical complications. He was born June 10, 1939 to the late Leroy Douglas, Sr. and Mrs. Lucille Singleton-Collins. He leaves to cherish his memories his wife of 31 years, Mrs. Willie M. Douglas; two daughters, Mrs. Wanda Douglas Holmes (Joseph), and Mrs. Tonya Douglas...

Brenda Sue Pittman Hill

Brenda Sue Pittman Hill

Mar 6, 2020

Brenda Sue Pittman Hill, 76 passed away Saturday, March 6th, 2020 at home. Sue was born & raised in Savannah. Moving to Tampa, FL after marriage to John Thomas Hill. Moved back to Savannah in 1980, retiring from Oceanside/Savannah Beach Nursing home in 2008. Predeceased by per parents Herndon & Dorothy Pittman, Thomas Hill & love time companion Michael Hoffmeister....

Elwood Thornton

Elwood Thornton

Mar 5, 2020

After 93 years on this earth, Elwood Thornton passed away on March 5th. He is on his way to Heaven to be with the love of his life – Edith Thornton. Elwood was born on April 15, 1927 in Wayne County, GA. He lived there for a few years and then moved to Screven. He graduated in 1944 from Screven...

Kathleen P. Linton

Kathleen P. Linton

Mar 5, 2020

Kathleen Pauline Linton, age 98, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 5th, 2020. Kathleen was born on March 15th, 1921 in Screven County, Georgia and was a resident of Savannah, Georgia at the time of her passing. Daughter of Mamie Ferguson Smith and Allie Smith, she was a past President of the American Legion Auxiliary, Post 135 and loved to...

Henry Clifton Ricks

Henry Clifton Ricks

Mar 4, 2020

Henry C. Ricks, age 95, of Savannah passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 04, 2020. Henry or “Rick" was born on November 1, 1924 in Adrian, GA, the son of the late Henry C. and Nealie Flanders Ricks. As a teenager he worked with the WPA during the New Deal. He was a member of the Greatest Generation & never...

Becca Lynn Lowery

Becca Lynn Lowery

Mar 2, 2020

Becca Lynn Lowery, 18, of Pembroke, Georgia died Monday, March 2, 2020 at her home in Pembroke, Georgia. She was born on April 26, 2001, graduated in 2019 and began her adult life. She was a beloved sister, daughter and friend. She is so very much loved and missed. Rest easy beautiful. A Memorial Service will be held 2:00 p.m....

James Edward Mitchell, Jr.

James Edward Mitchell, Jr.

Feb 29, 2020

James E. Mitchell, Jr, 75, of Richmond Hill, died Saturday February 29, 2020 at St. Joseph's Hospital. A native of Savannah, James was a US Army Veteran and was retired from Kemira Chemicals. He is survived by his son, James "Jim" W. Mitchell, other family and friends. Graveside services with US Army Military Honors will be 1:00 p.m. Thursday, March...

William Henry Cleland

William Henry Cleland

Feb 29, 2020

William Henry Cleland, 75, of Savannah, went to his heavenly home on February 29, 2020. He was born May 21, 1944 to Trotty and Vera Cleland. He is survived by his wife of nearly 50 years, Cathy [O’Quinn]; two children and their spouses: David Cleland [Erika], and Amanda Hollingsworth [Mark]; and seven grandchildren: Jake, Lucy, Eli, Harry, Gus, Archie, and...

"Jay"

"Jay"

Feb 28, 2020

John "Jay" J. Simmons, 49, of Savannah, GA passed away Friday, February 28, 2020 at Candler Hospital. Jay was born March 8, 1970 in Savannah, Georgia and attended schools in Savannah. Jay was a member of Knights of Columbus 5588, the St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee, and Adjutant Committee. He enjoyed golfing and spending time with his family and friends....

Robert Herbert Best

Robert Herbert Best

Feb 27, 2020

Robert H. Best "Bobby", 71, of Savannah died Thursday, February 27, 2020 at Memorial Health University Medical Center. A native of Savannah, Bobby was the son of the late David Johnson Best and Alma Lee Moore Best. He was a former member of Taliaferro Baptist Church, Silk Hope Baptist Church and Corinth Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon...

Marla Renee Hungerford

Marla Renee Hungerford

Feb 27, 2020

Marla Renee Hungerford, 63, of Savannah, GA passed away Thursday February 27, 2020 on a cruise ship in Aruba. Marla worked for the City of Savannah, Human Resource Department,  where she retired with over 24 years of service as a Trainer. She was an avid reader who loved yard sales and always had a smile on her face. She received...

Dwyght Leon Seymour

Dwyght Leon Seymour

Feb 26, 2020

Dwyght L. Seymour, 78, of Richmond Hill died Wednesday, February 26, 2020 at Memorial Health University Medical Center. Dwyght was born to Robert and Irene Seymour in Haworth, OK on January 10, 1942. He had two brothers Michael and Jim and one sister Frieda. He was preceded in death by his brother Jim and his sister Frieda. He lived with...

Betty Campbell Howe

Betty Campbell Howe

Feb 24, 2020

Betty Campbell Howe, 95, passed away February 24, 2020 at The Marshes at Skidaway Island. Services will be held at a later date. Baker McCullough Funeral Home Hubert C. Baker Chapel 7415 Hodgson Memorial Drive Savannah, GA 31406 912-927-1999.

Raymond L. Morgan Jr.

Raymond L. Morgan Jr.

Feb 22, 2020

Raymond L. Morgan, Jr., age 80, of Savannah passed away Saturday, February 22, 2020 at Memorial Medical Center. Mr. Morgan was born in Effingham County on March 9, 1939, the son of the late Raymond and Estelle Morgan. He worked in medical supply for many years, retiring from Wachtels Medical Supply Company. Raymond served with the Air National Guard and...

John J. Monahan, Jr.

John J. Monahan, Jr.

Feb 21, 2020

John J. Monahan, Jr., age 26, passed away Friday, February 21, 2020. John was born in Dalton, GA on February 2, 1994. He was the co-owner of Monahan & Sons, Inc. He attended Calvary Baptist Temple and was active with Band of Brothers Savannah. John is survived by his son, Kaden; parents, John and Michelle Monahan; and his siblings, Matthew...

Dixitkumar Patel

Dixitkumar Patel

Feb 21, 2020

Dixitkumar Patel, 39, of Pooler, Georgia died Friday February 21, 2020 at Ogeechee Area Hospice in Statesboro, Georgia. Funeral Service will be at 11:00 am Tuesday at Baker McCullough Funeral Home Garden City Chapel. Baker McCullough Funeral Home Garden City Chapel, 2794 West US Highway 80 Garden City, Georgia 31408. (912)964-2862 www.bakermccullough.com

Elizabeth Emmons Meier

Elizabeth Emmons Meier

Feb 20, 2020

Elizabeth Emmons Meier - SAVANNAH Elizabeth Emmons Meier died on February 20, 2020 in Orange County, CA after battling ovarian cancer. Born December 28, 1971 in Savannah, GA to Frances Emmons and the late William (Bill) Emmons, she graduated from the University of Georgia in 1994 with a degree in Broadcast Journalism.After college, Elizabeth worked as a news reporter in...

Arlene Louise Crissan

Arlene Louise Crissan

Feb 20, 2020

Arlene Louise Crissan (Rozyczko), 89, of Savannah, GA passed peacefully at her home on February 20, 2020. She was born and raised in Syracuse, NY to the late Anthony & Anna Rozyczko and graduated from St Patricks’ High School. She became a featured soloist for the Frank Worjnaowski Orchestra, touring and recording on Decca Records with the group for several...

Susan Anne Phillips

Susan Anne Phillips

Feb 17, 2020

Susan Anne Phillips, 65, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, February 17th at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Savannah, GA. She was born in Wilmington, DE on November 23, 1954 and grew up in Garnet Valley, PA. She attended Valley Forge Christian College before her family relocated to Tilghman Island, MD where she met...