Obituaries

Aug 7, 2020

Curtis Melvin Ford “Saw Mans Son”,57, took the checkered flag and made his final lap into victory lane following a courageous battle with lung cancer on Friday, August 7, 2020, surrounded by his loving family, where his mama and daddy were waiting for him. Curtis had a heart of gold and would do anything for anybody. He loved to...

Aug 6, 2020

Mr. Philip Kraverotis, 59, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2020, at his residence. Mr. Kraverotis worked for many years in the law enforcement as a certified law enforcement officer, jailer, and explosive K-9 handler. His most recent job was working for the Effingham County Sheriff’s Department as a Blue Coat.  He was an avid Patriots fan, enjoyed collecting silver...

Aug 6, 2020

-Rincon- Mrs. Shirley Malphus, 82, passed away at her residence on Thursday, August 6, 2020. Shirley was born on July 18, 1938 in Mobile, AL to the late Otis and Maggie Williams. However,  she spent most of her life in Effingham County having moved here at the age of 17. Serving the lord brought so much joy to her...

Aug 1, 2020

-Ellabell- Mr. Michael David Miller, 59, passed away Saturday, August 1, 2020, at Candler Hospital in Savannah, Georgia. Mike was born in Charleston, South Carolina, grew up in Edgefield, SC and lived in Ellabell for the past 20 years. He graduated from Strom Thurmond High School and was a member of New Bethel Pentecostal Church. Survivors include: his loving...

Jul 29, 2020

Ernest LuReed "Reed" Pevey, 83, passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2020, at his residence in Guyton GA.  He was under the care of Ogeechee Hospice and spent his last few days surrounded by his sister, Jelane; niece, Audra; nephew, Stuart; and beloved friends and caregivers, Larry Findley, Jane Payne, Cindy Swimley, Maylynn Basak and Clyde Joiner. He was born...

Jul 28, 2020

Joseph Riley “Papa Joe” Simmons, 81, entered into eternal rest on July, 28 2020 at Candler Hospital.

Papa Joe was born on November 29, 1938 in Spartanburg, SC. He spent most of his life in Atlanta, GA before moving to Rincon, GA.   Joe attended the University of West Georgia, where he had a football scholarship. He retired...

Jul 22, 2020

Nell Marie Campbell, 74, died on July 22, 2020, in Vidalia under the care of Community Hospice.

Nell was born May 27, 1946, in Putnam County, Florida, and lived in Garden City for many years before moving to Lyons.   She was an avid reader, enjoyed gardening, loved to travel, and had a passion for antiques and collectibles....

Jul 19, 2020

Randall “Randy” Dotson, 65, passed away at Westwood Nursing Center on Sunday, July 19, 2020. Randy was known by many as Cool Breeze, The Harmonica Playing Cowboy. He could always be found walking or riding his bicycle all over Springfield. Often times he would just walk into local businesses and start playing his harmonica. Some of the things he...

Jul 11, 2020

Mykel Shannon Davis, loving father and fiancée, passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2020, at the age of 45 surrounded by his family.

God gave the world the gift of laughter and love on April 16, 1975 when Mykie was born. Mykie was a proud patriot and Navy veteran, and raised three beautiful daughters, all while establishing...

Jul 8, 2020

Mr. Jessie Craig Weaver,58, passed away Wednesday,  July 8, 2020, at Memorial Hospital. Craig was born in Savannah, Georgia on December 20, 1961 to Frank and Lena Weaver. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, fishing and hunting. He is preceded in death by: his parents, Frank and Lena Weaver; sister, Sandra Hall; and brothers, Ricky Altman and Lester Weaver. Survivors...

Jul 5, 2020

Michael Overstreet, 68, passed away Sunday, July 5, 2020, at his residence. Michael was born in Savannah, GA, on August 7, 1951 to James and Dolly Overstreet. He served with passion for many years as a police officer and retired after 30+ years of service. In his spare time, Mike found much pleasure playing the guitar, singing, and riding...

Jul 2, 2020

Robert William Kenny, Sr. joined his heavenly father on Thursday, July 2, 2020, after a short illness at Memorial Medical Center. Robert was born on June 15, 1943 in New Jersey. After 30 years of service he retired from Memorial Medical Center. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Survivors include: his wife, Elizabeth Kenny; children:...

Jun 20, 2020

Ruth Malphus, 87, died June 20, 2020 after a long illness, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Savannah, Georgia, with her family by her side.

She was born in 1932 in Shawnee, Georgia and later moved to Guyton, Georgia where she spent most of her years, and then on to Springfield, Georgia.

Mrs. Malphus was a...

Jun 17, 2020

Toxey Alan Overstreet,69, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, June 17, 2020, surrounded by his loved ones.

Toxey was born in Waynesboro, Mississippi on March 23, 1951. He graduated from Wayne County High School in 1970. Toxey and his wife Regina relocated to Savannah, Georgia in 1990. Toxey was a devoted father and loving husband. He...

Jun 8, 2020

Ms. Sadie Blair McFearin, 77, passed away on Monday, June 8, 2020, at Hospice Savannah. Ms. McFearin was born in Effingham County on June 3, 1943 to Willie and Mairrie Blair. She was a member of New Bethel Pentecostal Church in Springfield and was an avid Georgia Bulldogs fan. Spending time with her family, fishing, and gardening brought great...

Jun 5, 2020

Annette Seckinger York, 80, passed away Friday, June 5, 2020 at Effingham Extended Care Center surrounded by her loving family.

Annette was born March 10, 1940 to the late Charles and Florrie Seckinger. Living in Effingham most of her life , she was a graduate of Effingham County High School in 1958.

She worked for...

May 29, 2020

William Duke Fort, 73, died on May 29, 2020 at his home after a long illness, surrounded by his wife, children, and grandchildren.

He was born on September 20, 1946 in Guyton, GA and lived in Guyton all of his life. He was a 1965 graduate of Effingham County High School and served in the Vietnam War...

May 29, 2020

Filimon “Poppy” Phillip Pastrano, 85, passed away at The Place at Pooler on Friday, May 29, 2020. Mr. Pastrano was born in Lockhart, Texas on March 8, 1935. He graduated from Lockhart High School in 1957, where he was an outstanding football player. Phillip later joined the Air Force being stationed in Savannah, GA.  Subsequently, Mr. Pastrona was employed...

May 16, 2020

Keith Lyman Shafenberg, Sr., 72, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2020, at Landmark Hospital in Savannah.

Keith was born on July 15, 1947 in Monmouth, IL to the late Orville and Geraldine Shafenberg. He was a Veteran, serving in the United States Navy where he served during the Vietnam era. Following his time in the military,...

May 12, 2020

Mrs. Carrie Edwards, 85, passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2020, at Oceanside Nursing and Rehab Center. Mrs. Carrie was born in Columbus, Georgia on February 19, 1935 to William and Margaret Hammonds. She enjoyed working in her yard, fishing, cooking, and spending time with loving family. Mrs. Carrie was loved by all who knew her. She never met...