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Cody "Cody-Bo" Holton

Cody "Cody-Bo" Holton

May 8, 2018

It is with great sadness, that the family of Cody "Cody-Bo" Holton announces his passing after a brief illness, on Tuesday, May 8, 2018, at the age of 31 years old. Cody will be lovingly remembered by his parents, Jimmy and Robin Holton, and by his brothers, James Holton, Brandon Holton; and sister, Ashley Thornton (Beau). Cody will also be...

Alonzo F. "Lonnie" Tuttle, Sr

Alonzo F. "Lonnie" Tuttle, Sr

May 6, 2018

-Guyton- Mr. Alonzo Franklin "Lonnie" Tuttle, Sr., 83, passed away on Sunday, May 6, 2018, at his residence. Lonnie was born in Egypt, Georgia on September 28, 1934 to John and Corrie Tuttle. Gardening, woodworking and spending time with his family brought much joy to his life. He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Corrie Tuttle; son,...

Grover Bernard "G.B." Edwards

Grover Bernard "G.B." Edwards

May 4, 2018

-Springfield- Mr. Grover Bernard "G.B." Edwards, 81, passed away Friday, May 4, 2018, at Effingham County Extended Care. He is preceded in death by his parents, Noah and Bessie Leona Edwards; and brothers, Noah Edwards, Jr., William Edwards and Hopper Edwards. Survivors include: his brother, Gene Autry Edwards of Springfield; sisters, Audrey E. Edwards of Springfield and Virginia Williamson of...

Nancy Belogorska

Nancy Belogorska

Apr 25, 2018

-Guyton- Mrs. Nancy Elizabeth Belogorska or affectionately known by her grandchildren as "Crazy Granny", 69, passed away Wednesday, April 25, 2018, at her residence. Mrs. Belogorska was a graduate of Effingham County High School. Some of the things she enjoyed most were nursing, being a beautician, selling real estate, and she also enjoyed yard sales and the flea market. Survivors...

Grady Laveare Bowers

Grady Laveare Bowers

Apr 13, 2018

-Rincon- Mr. Grady Laveare Bowers, 89, passed away Friday, April 13, 2018, at Effingham County Hospital. Mr. Grady was born in Millen, Georgia on June 13, 1928 to Charlie and Mable Bowers. He was a retired Master Sergeant in the United States Air Force, a graphic and technical artist, and a musician. He is preceded in death by his loving...

Mark Noel Starling

Mark Noel Starling

Apr 12, 2018

-Guyton- Mr. Mark N. Starling, 48, passed away surrounded by his loving family on April 12, 2018, at Hospice Savannah after a long, courageous battle with cancer. Mr. Starling was born in Lake City, Florida on December 20, 1969 to Raymond and Margie Starling. He was an Effingham County High School Graduate and was a self-employed construction worker. Survivors include:...

Lorraine Virginia Moore

Lorraine Virginia Moore

Apr 5, 2018

-Springfield-Mrs. Lorraine Virginia Moore, 85, passed away Thursday, April 5, 2018, at Effingham County Extended Care Center. Mrs. Lorraine enjoyed cooking and working in her garden. She was a member of Springfield First Baptist Church where she previously served as a Sunday School teacher. Survivors include: her children, Elaine Leonard (William) of Beaufort, Brenda Parrish (Glenn) of Guyton, John S....

Donald Anthony "Red" Wilt

Donald Anthony "Red" Wilt

Apr 3, 2018

Donald Anthony "Red" Wilt, 66, of Springfield, Ga passed away peacefully on April 3, 2018 at his sister's home. Donald was born January 21, 1952 in Savannah, Georgia. He was a sub contractor, general contractor, commercial and residential Carpenter. He built homes at the Landings, The Cove in Richmond Hill and numerous other dwellings. He was very gifted in this...

Rosanne Perrone

Rosanne Perrone

Mar 26, 2018

-Rincon- Mrs. Rosanne Perrone, 74, passed away on Monday, March 26, 2018, at her residence. Mrs. Rosanne was born in Utah on July 12, 1943 to Jack and Helen Rardon. She was a loving mother and grandmother. Her grandchildren were the apple of her eye. Reading books was one of her favorite hobbies. She is preceded in death by her...

Wilson "Peck" Crawford Lawson, Sr

Wilson "Peck" Crawford Lawson, Sr

Mar 23, 2018

-Guyton-Mr. Wilson "Peck" Crawford Lawson, Sr. passed away on March 23, 2018. He was born near Portal, Georgia on March 15, 1925. He was 93 years old. Peck retired from Overnite Trucking with 10 years of service. He also worked many years for RC Cola, Trailways, and Arden Ice Company. He was a member of Guyton United Methodist Church and...

Virginia Romine

Virginia Romine

Mar 23, 2018

-Guyton- Mrs. Virginia Romine, 89, passed away Friday, March 23, 2018, at Westview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Mrs. Virginia was born in Hiltonia, Georgia on June 16, 1928 to Hugh and Ola Barefield. She was a homemaker and of the baptist faith. She is preceded in death by her parents, Hugh and Ola Barefield; and several half sisters and half...

Maxine Oglesby

Maxine Oglesby

Mar 21, 2018

Maxine M. Oglesby, 80, passed away at her residence on Wednesday, March 21, 2018, surrounded by her loving children. Mrs. Maxine was born in Sylvania, Georgia on January 4, 1938 to Mason and Essie McKinney. She was a long time resident of Guyton, Georgia and a member of Elam Egypt Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her parents,...

Glenn Edwin Deaton

Glenn Edwin Deaton

Mar 21, 2018

Glenn Edwin Deaton, 64, of Rincon, GA passed away on Wednesday, March 21, 2018 in Statesboro, GA. Glenn was born June 22, 1953 in Dade City, FL to Paulie & Pauline Stanfill. He was later adopted by Ellen & Cecil Deaton. He served 6 years in the military and 26 years on Savannah and Chatham County Police Force. He is...

Barbara C. Brown

Barbara C. Brown

Mar 18, 2018

-Bloomingdale- Mrs. Barbara C. Brown, 74, passed away Sunday, March 18, 2018, at her residence. Mrs. Barbara was born in Mobile, Alabama on May 28, 1943 to Louis and Barbara Yeager. She enjoyed camping, riding on the pontoon boat and singing. However, being a wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother brought the greatest joy to her life. Survivors include: her...

Merrill Riggs

Merrill Riggs

Mar 11, 2018

-Guyton- Mr. Merrill "Bubba" Riggs, 63, passed away Sunday, March 11, 2018 at his residence. Merrill was born in Savannah, Georgia, on October 17, 1954 to JZ and Miriam Riggs. He operated Riggs Funeral Home since 1999, and loved serving the people in the community. He was known for his witty sense of humor and was affectionately known as the...

Mildred Ann Doughty

Mildred Ann Doughty

Feb 28, 2018

-Guyton- Mrs. Mildred Ann Doughty, 69, passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2018, at Select Specialty Hospital in Savannah, Georgia. Mrs. Mildred was born September 23, 1948 in Savannah, GA to Paul and Addie Edwards. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, listening to Elvis and coloring. She is preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Addie Edwards; and sister,...

Thomas "Tommy" Leopard

Thomas "Tommy" Leopard

Feb 26, 2018

-Guyton- Thomas "Tommy" Alvin Leopard, 63, passed away Monday, February 26, 2018. Tommy was born in Sedro-Wooley, WA and is preceded in death by his parents, Ernest Alvin and Bonnie Lou Leopard; and two sisters, Linda Leopard and Doris Holland. He leaves behind many friends from a life of work at Colonial Oil in Savannah, GA and the racing world....

Ada Collins Toole

Ada Collins Toole

Feb 13, 2018

Ada Collins Toole, age 93, passed away on February 13, 2018 at The Place in Pooler, Georgia after a long illness. Ada was born on November 13, 1924 to Arnie and Essie Collins. She worked both professionally and personally as a seamstress throughout her lifetime. She was also a pastor's wife and Sunday School teacher for over 50 years. She...

Edgar Vernon Altman

Edgar Vernon Altman

Feb 9, 2018

-Springfield- Mr. Edgar Vernon Altman, 85, passed away Friday, February 9, 2018, at Candler Hospital. Mr. Vernon was born in Springfield, Georgia on January 18, 1933 to Horace and Lessie Altman. He was a Veteran serving in the United States Navy and National Guard during WWII (Korean Conflict) and he retired as a shipping clerk from Union Camp Corporation. Mr....

Charles Edward Massey III

Charles Edward Massey III

Feb 7, 2018

Charles Edward Massey, III (Ed), 75, passed away at St. Joseph's Hospital in Savannah after an extensive illness and complications from kidney disease. Ed was born August 10, 1942 to Charlie E. Massey, Jr. and Dorothy Wiley Massey. He was born in Screven County and lived there until his father returned from WWII. The family then relocated to Savannah where...

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