Obituaries
Frank David Parrott FEB 10, 1933 - SEP 03, 2026
Frank David Parrott, 93, passed away Thursday, September 3, 2026 at his home in Savannah. A Memorial Service will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Skidaway Island Methodist Church. A reception will be held at the church following the service. ...
Beverly Stumpe Martin - AUG 31, 2026
Beverly Jean Martin December 29, 1951-August 31, 2026 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Beverly Jean Martin, a truly one-of-a-kind woman whose love, laughter, and unforgettable spirit will be deeply missed by everyone fortunate enough to have known her. She loved her family fiercely and wholeheartedly. Some of her greatest memories were made alongside her beloved late husband, Michael Martin, her partner in life and in adventure. Together, they shared a love that carried them through countless journeys, creating stories and memories that she treasured long after he was gon ...
Judith Garten Lawrence APR 26, 1947 - AUG 31, 2026
Judith Lawerence age 79 of Savanah, formerly of Edina Minnesota, passed away August 31, 2026, from a heart attack and complications with Parkinsons. Judy was born and raised in Fridley, Minnesota, graduating from Fridley High School in 1965. She attended Bemidji State University, where she earned a degree in elementary education. She began her career with Head Start on the Red Lake Reservation before moving to the Leech Lake Reservation, where she became director of the Head Start program. Her work at Leech Lake later took her in a new direction, first as an economic development planner and t ...
Nancy Daley Mersereau SEP 10, 1953 - AUG 30, 2026
Nancy Neal Daley Mersereau September 10, 1953 – August 30, 2026 With gratitude and sorrow, we announce that Nancy Neal Daley Mersereau, 72, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on August 30, 2026. Born September 10, 1953, in Omaha, NE, Nancy was the daughter of the late Capt. Alex F. Daley, USAF (Ret.), and Marion Tyson Daley of Savannah, GA. She graduated from Savannah High School in 1971 and attended the School of Nursing at the Medical College of Georgia. A registered nurse by profession and “Nurse Nancy” to those who knew and loved her, she spent her career ...
Betty L. Collins DEC 11, 1925 - AUG 30, 2026
Betty L. Collins, 100, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2026. She was born on December 11, 1925, in Paola, Kansas to the late Joseph Harold Barber and Gladys Fern Barber. Betty spent her early childhood years in Wildwood, Florida, later moving with her family to Jacksonville, Florida, where she began her working life as an administrative assistant for the Florida Times-Union. Betty enjoyed “cutting a rug” and utilized her Arthur Murray-learned dancing skills to lift the spirits of service men at USO events for which she volunteered. Soon after WWII ended, Betty met her husband ...
Stephen Wayne "Steve" Booker AUG 19, 1946 - AUG 28, 2026
Stephen Wayne “Steve” Booker, 80, passed away peacefully on August 28th, 2026 at his home on Whitemarsh Island. His family and friends remember him fondly as a loving patriarch who brought people together through his hospitality, humor, and a loyal dedication to family and fun. Steve grew up in Savannah, Georgia in Ardsley Park and occasionally resided on the Booker family farm in Americus, Georgia and on Tybee Island during the summers. He attended Savannah High School, Savannah Country Day, Darlington School, and the University of Georgia and served in the United States Marine C ...
Priscilla Whitt Carrington SEP 07, 1942 - AUG 28, 2026
Priscilla Whitt Carrington, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away in her home surrounded by love on August 28, 2026, at the age of 83. Priscilla is survived by her children, Karen Carrington, Deb Carter (David), Krista Gillam (Brad), Ken Carrington, Jr., Troy Carrington, and Casey Carrington; her grandchildren, Rachel, Dax, Harrison, Matthew, Cari, Reid, Tripp, Beckett, and Maddie; her sisters, Brenda, Lee, and Susan; her brother, Marshall; and seven great-grandchildren. She also leaves behind many dear friends, particularly those she made during her years in Vero Beach, Florida. Born in 1942 in ...
Marsha Faye Wyndham Radach OCT 25, 1946 - AUG 26, 2026
Marsha Faye Wyndam Radach, a lifelong resident of Savannah, Georgia, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2026, in Savannah. Marsha was raised in Savannah and was a longtime resident of Isle of Hope. She had a deep appreciation for the outdoors and spent countless hours tending to her garden. She enjoyed camping trips with her family and loved fishing, shrimping, and crabbing. She also had a creative side and found joy indoors, knitting and crocheting. Marsha was a wonderful cook who took great pride in preparing meals for her family. Holidays were especially meaningful to her, as she loved ...
Catherine Anne Porzio Strickland DEC 17, 1941 - AUG 26, 2026
Catherine Anne Porzio Strickland, age 84, of Richmond Hill, died on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at her residence under the care of Hospice Savannah and surrounded by her loving family. Catherine was born on December 17, 1941, in Savannah, to the late Louis Porzio Sr. and the late Frances Benino Porzio. She was a graduate of St. Vincent's Academy and attended Blessed Sacrament and St. James the Less Catholic Church. She worked with CSX railroad for twenty plus years. In her spare time, she enjoyed shopping, was an avid gardener, and loved to travel. Catherine was a spit fire, a great cook, ...
Rubert (Buddy) Clary Martin, Jr. JUN 02, 1943 - AUG 26, 2026
Rubert “Buddy” Clary Martin, Jr., 83, died on August 26, 2026, surrounded by his loving family, just weeks after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Born in Savannah, Georgia, on June 2, 1943, to Sarah Alice “Virginia” Dorsey Martin and Rubert “Clary” Martin, Sr., Buddy graduated from Jenkins High School in 1961 and attended Armstrong State College, where he met the love of his life, Beverly “Becky” Kaye Vernon Martin. They were married for 55 years and raised their three daughters in Savannah. They later made their home in Charleston, South ...
Dennis J. Vogel JAN 07, 1953 - AUG 26, 2026
Dennis J. Vogel (b. 1953), 73, was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 26th, 2026, after an unexpected heart attack in the recovery room after a minor medical procedure in Savannah, Ga. Dennis was born and raised in Sturgeon Bay, WI. There he grew up on the Vogel family farm, graduated from Southern Door High School, served as a volunteer firefighter, and worked in the shipyard at Peterson Builders. He later moved and spent the last several decades in Savannah, GA where he was proud to serve the Savannah College of Art and Design on their building maintenance team. He is remem ...
James Edward (Eddie) Carter Jr. APR 19, 1962 - AUG 25, 2026
James Edward “Eddie” Carter Jr., 64, passed away peacefully August 25, 2026. Born in Statesboro, Ga, Eddie grew up in Savannah, where he spent his life building a family, career and more than a few projects that were probably almost finished. Eddie was preceded in death by his parents, James Edward “Ed” Carter Sr. and Elinor Ludlam Carter. He was survived by his beloved wife, Darlene Hammesfahr Carter; his daughters, Jessica Ezelle (Daryl) and Katelyn Carter; his granddaughter Emerson; and his brother Eric Carter. Eddie worked as a process controls engineer, a career ...
Vincent Joseph Grevemberg JUL 07, 1953 - AUG 24, 2026
(SAVANNAH) - Vincent Joseph Grevemberg, age 73, passed away on August 24, 2026 at home after a long and valiant journey with cancer. Vincent was born in Chatham County in Savannah, Georgia, on July 7, 1953 to Milton Vincent and Nel Baran Grevemberg. He grew up on 52nd Street in the Parkside Neighborhood of Savannah, enjoying years of fun and mischief with the other Parkside boys. He attended Blessed Sacrament Catholic School and graduated from Benedictine Military School in 1971. He then graduated from the University of Georgia (Go Dawgs!!!) with a Bachelor of Science Degree ...
Katherine "Kay" C. West APR 21, 1939 - AUG 24, 2026
Katherine “Kay” Cundiff West, 87, died peacefully at home on Monday August 24, 2026. Kay was born in Lynchburg, VA, the eldest daughter of Judge O. Raymond and Katherine Cundiff. She had an older brother, Byrne Cundiff, and younger sister, Mary Ann Cundiff Rice. Kay graduated from Salem College with a BA in Sociology in 1961. She was a loyal Salem alumnus and loved to travel every year to the beaches of North Carolina for reunions with her classmates. Kay married Dr. John Heath West of Piedmont, Alabama in 1962, and together they moved to Savannah in 1970 where they ...
Susan Dixon Sanderlin JUL 17, 1958 - AUG 22, 2026
Susan “Susie” Dixon Sanderlin, a lifelong resident of Wilmington Island, Georgia, passed away on August 22, 2026. Born and raised in Savannah, Susie was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She was married to Michael Sanderlin for 47 years. Susie enjoyed cooking, crabbing, and needlepoint, and she treasured the time she spent with her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Mary Dixon, and her sister, Donna Rappe Schafer. Susie is survived by her daughters, Jennifer (Jason) Hall and Renee (Lionel) Theron; grandchildren, Ben (Ciara) Hall, ...
Laymon Carl Campbell Jr. JUL 10, 1954 - AUG 22, 2026
Laymon Carl Campbell, Jr., age 72, passed away on August 22, 2026, in Savannah, Georgia. Born on July 10, 1954, in Savannah, Georgia, he was the son of Laymon Carl Campbell, Sr. and Clarice Ellen Gibson Campbell. Carl had a remarkable ability to fix things. He was the go-to person whenever something was broken, always figuring out a solution. Machinery was never a challenge for him. He was preceded in death by both parents and his brother, Gerald Clarence Campbell. He is survived by his son, Jody Moore (Girlie); daughters, Angela Chambers, and Christan Moore, several grandchildren and ...
Ronald E. Rapposelli SEP 20, 1950 - AUG 21, 2026
Ronald Eugene “Ronnie” Rapposelli, beloved father, grandfather, and devoted outdoorsman, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by the love of his family, with his sons, daughter-in-law, and grandson at his side. Born in Havre de Grace, Maryland, Ronnie was the cherished son of the late Roland and Jean Rapposelli. From an early age, he developed an enduring appreciation for nature and the simple, grounding beauty of the outdoors. An avid hunter and fisherman, Ronnie felt most at peace in the quiet dawn of the woods or out on the open water. For him, a day spent tracking deer, s ...
Joan Barbara Fraser OCT 15, 1932 - AUG 21, 2026
Joan Barbara Connolly Fraser While heaven sings with her arrival, it is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Joan C. Fraser. Joan passed away peacefully on August 21, 2026, at the age of 93, after a long and wonderful life filled with family, friendship, and active involvement in her communities in Haworth, NJ, and The Landings in Savannah, GA. Joan was born in Brooklyn, NY, as the eldest of two daughters of John and Lillian Connolly. She attended Bethany College, WV, Rutgers College, NJ, and Columbia University in New York. In 1955, Joan married Haddon S. Fraser of Westbrook, ME. ...
Julian H. McKenzie AUG 25, 1935 - AUG 20, 2026
Julian H. McKenzie, age 90, passed away peacefully, at Memorial Health University Medical Center on Thursday, August 20, 2026, just five days shy of his 91st birthday. He was born on August 25, 1935, at the McKenzie Farm in Odum, Georgia to the late Julia Long McKenzie and Theodore S. McKenzie Sr. and moved to Savannah at an early age. His military service was with the 118th Field Artillery, serving three years in the National Guard. Julian was raised in the Old Fort area of Savannah, around Washington Square. Attended local schools, played local sports and graduated from Savannah High ...
Richard Victor May AUG 26, 1942 - AUG 19, 2026
Richard Victor May, 83, of Savannah, Georgia, made his final journey home to the Lord on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. Known affectionately to his family and friends as Dick, he was born in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, to Winnie (Akers) and Vic May. From an early age, Dick distinguished himself through his intellect, character, and determination. He was a member of the first class of young men to graduate from Devon Preparatory High School in Devon, Pennsylvania, where he earned the distinction of valedictorian. Years later, he was honored to return to Devon Prep as a commencement speaker. He earn ...
Wade H. Breazel, Jr. (Breezy) DEC 02, 1937 - AUG 19, 2026
Wade “Breezy” Breazel, 88, passed away peacefully on August 19th, 2026, surrounded by his beloved daughters. He was born on December 2nd, 1937, in Savannah, Georgia — son of Wade Hampton Breazel and Minnie Ann Williams Allen. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sue, with whom he shared nearly 52 years of marriage. Breezy is survived by his daughters, April Moore (James) and Amy Doronio (Jaime), and Jenna Wade, his only grandchild. Breezy was a U.S. Navy veteran and served as an Aviation Boatswain's Mate, Airman. During his service, he developed a lifelong ...
Michael Joseph Coburn SEP 04, 1945 - AUG 18, 2026
Michael Joseph Coburn, 80, of Savannah, died 18 AUG 26 after a short illness. Michael was born in Savannah on 4 SEP 45 and raised in Port Wentworth, at the Savannah Sugar Refinery. He was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish. He attended Cathedral School and Benedictine Military School (Class of 64). After high school, Michael graduated from The Citadel (Echo, Class of 68). In November of 1968, Michael married his wife of fifty-eight years, Ann Geraty Coburn. They lived on Isle of Hope. Michael is survived in death by his son Sean Coburn (Michelle) and daughter Erin Coburn. He also has thr ...
Marian P. Littlefield MAR 09, 1959 - AUG 18, 2026
In Loving Memory of Marian P. Littlefield Marian P. Littlefield, a loving wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on August 18, 2026, at 2:34 p.m. She was born in La Castellana, Philippines, in March 1959, and lived a life defined by love, hard work, strength, and perseverance. Marian was the fifth of twelve children, growing up with eleven siblings. Her family was an important part of who she was, and the experiences of her early life helped shape the strong and determined woman she became. Marian was a woman with a lot of grit. She was hardworking, dependable, and never afraid of pu ...
John Clint Langley, Jr. SEP 10, 1942 - AUG 17, 2026
John Clinton (Clint) Langley passed away at Hospice House of Savannah on August 17, 2026. Clint was born September 10, 1942, to John Clinton Langley Sr. and Catherine Vann Langley. He grew up in Alexander City, Alabama, and attended Benjamin Russell High School, where he was a member of the basketball team. After graduation, he attended Jacksonville State University, majoring in physical education and minoring in history. While there, he was a member of the basketball team from 1962-1963. In 1965, he transferred to Livingston University (University of West Alabama) and was a member of Tau Kap ...
Wendy Pena FEB 21, 1963 - AUG 16, 2026
To View the Livestream, Click this link: https://my.gather.app/remember/wendy-pena Wendy Taylor Pena, 63, passed away Sunday, August 16, 2026 at Candler Hospital. She was born February 21,1963 in London, England to the late Robert and Kathleen Reid Taylor. Wendy was a family focused, hardworking, and incredibly strong woman. She had two sisters, Karen and Susan, who, along with her parents, she absolutely cherished. The first half of her life was spent living in London England, where she was born. She finished school at 16 and immediately s ...
Benjamin Charles Mainor AUG 24, 1936 - AUG 15, 2026
Benjamin Charles Mainor passed away on August 15, 2026 at the age of 89 after a long and love filled life. He was born in Eufala, Alabama to Walter Foy Mainor and Susie Matteson Mainor. During his youth, he and his family moved to Miami. There, his notorious adventurous spirit became evident as he and his siblings wrangled snakes, spear fished, and freedove. He later spent years working for the United States Postal Service, where he eventually rose to the rank of postmaster. When not working, Benjamin loved photographing nature and spending time outdoors, especially with his bird-feeder ...
Pamela K. Dufrain JUL 16, 1947 - AUG 14, 2026
Pamela Kay Dufrain Pamela Kay Dufrain, 79, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 14, 2026, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Pam, as she was lovingly known, was born in Kankakee, Illinois, on July 16, 1947. While home from college during Christmas break, she met the love of her life, James “Jim” Dufrain, while the two were working together at a toy store. They continued dating throughout their college years, and after Pam graduated from St. Norbert College with a degree in education, they were married on June 20, 1970. Together, they began what would become a lifelo ...
Charles Marie Williams MAR 03, 1946 - AUG 13, 2026
Charles Marie Williams was born in Bossier City Louisiana on March 3,1946 to Joe Lee and Lula Betty Williams. She departed this life at the age of 80 on August 13, 2026, under the care of Hospice Savannah. Charles Marie spent most of her young life in the city of Bossier and from a young age she was devoted and unwavering in her Christian faith. She married William Edgar Lee in June 1962 and together they had two daughters. In 1991, she moved to the Atlanta, Georgia area and was employed at Hartsfield International Airport until her retirement in 2008. Charles Marie was preceded ...
Fred M. Alderman MAY 26, 1936 - AUG 11, 2026
Mr. Fred M. Alderman, age 90, of Savannah, died Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at his residence, under the care of Hospice of Savannah and surrounded by his loving family. Fred was born on May 26, 1936, to the late James Alderman and the late Eunice Johns Jarriel and was raised at Bethesda Boys Home. He served in the United States Army and was employed with Duris Bakery as a truck driver for twenty plus years. Fred was a house parent at Bethesda for many years. He attended Lifesprings Worship Center and in his spare time he enjoyed fishing, playing half rubber, and spending time with his family and ...