Obituaries

Jun 11, 2018

-Sylvania- Ms. Mary Anne Deborde, 68, passed away Monday, June 11, 2018, at Optim Medical Center.

Mary Anne was born in Savannah, Georgia on April 20, 1950 to Fredrick and Sarah Deborde and lived on Tybee Island for many years.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Fredrick and Sarah Deborde.

Survivors...

Jun 2, 2018

-Springfield- Mr. John Wesley Thomas Hughey, 46, passed away Saturday, June 2, 2018, surrounded by his loving family and friends. John was a loving husband, father, grandfather son, brother and uncle. He was also known as a very hard worker and a faithful volunteer firefighter for the Springfield Fire Department. Survivors include: his loving wife of 20 years, Dianna Hughey;...

Jun 2, 2018

-Clyo- Mr. Tony Clayton Floyd, 58, passed away Saturday, June 2, 2018, at his residence. Tony was born in Savannah, Georgia on September 22, 1959 to Henry and Mary Joyce Floyd. He was a very loving and humble man that enjoyed spending time with his family. Mr. Tony also enjoyed fishing, playing golf and swimming. His family describes him as...

May 31, 2018

-Guyton- Mrs. Vickie Marie Derverges, 58, passed away Thursday, May 31, 2018. Mrs. Vickie was born on September 27, 1959 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Virgil and Norma Jean Swafford. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend to many. She was also anxiously awaiting the birth of her first great grandbaby. Vickie enjoyed spending time with her friends and...

May 29, 2018

-Rincon- Mr. Richard Allen Brigdon, 63, passed away on Tuesday, May 29, 2018, at Effingham County Hospital. Mr. Richard was born in Savannah, Georgia on August 19, 1954 to Lamar and Agnes Brigdon. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and spending time volunteering at the local food bank. Survivors include: his son, Richard Daniel Brigdon of Rincon; parents, Lamar and Agnes Brigdon...

May 24, 2018

-Rincon- Mrs. Patricia Lee Hall, 73, passed away on Thursday, May 24, 2018, at her residence. Mrs. Patricia was born in Virginia on August 10, 1944 to Bill and Agnes Sayers. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Working for BelAir Sewing Factory as a seamstress for many years brought much joy to her life. Survivors include: her husband...

May 24, 2018

-Rincon- Mr. Eugene "Gene" Knight Hedrick, 81, passed away Thursday, May 24, 2018, at his residence. Gene was born in Danville, Virginia on February 8, 1937 to Edward and Mae Hedrick. He was a loving husband and father and an avid Georgia fan (Go Dawgs). He retired from the Intermarine Ship Building Company, as a cost engineer. After retirement, he...

May 13, 2018

-Clyo- Mr. James Darrell Steed, 60, passed away Sunday, May 13, 2018, at his residence. Darrell was born in Savannah, Georgia on June 1, 1957 to Malcolm and Mary Steed. He worked for many years as a well driller at Georgia Pacific. Spending time with his family and cooking brought much joy to his life. He is preceded in death...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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:...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...