Obituaries
Brenda Newman Salter OCT 13, 1942 - OCT 21, 2026
Brenda Newman Salter, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, teacher, and friend, passed away on October 21, 2026. Her life was rooted in a deep faith in Jesus Christ, an enduring love for her family and close friends, and a calling to nurture and teach young children. Born on October 13, 1942, in Savannah, Georgia, Brenda was the daughter of Willis Grady Newman and Martha Frocene McElveen Newman. Family was at the heart of Brenda’s life. She was the loving wife of Grady Alton Salter and the proud mother of Ronald Scott Salter and Sheri Salter Lilley. She was also blessed by the fa ...
James Patrick Boyle JAN 23, 1941 - OCT 21, 2026
Jim Low Country Boyle, age 85, of Savannah, died on Wednesday afternoon, October 21, 2026, at his residence under the care of Hospice Savannah and surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 23, 1941, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to the late Lawrence Boyle and Elizabeth Synan Boyle. He was a graduate of Central Catholic High School and retired from Duquesne Light after many years of service. In his spare time Jim enjoyed playing golf, watching Steelers football, and reading. He especially loved spending time with family and friends. Everybody loved Jim and he was very charismatic, l ...
Stephen Render Braswell FEB 24, 1940 - OCT 17, 2026
Stephen Render Braswell passed away peacefully on October 17, 2026, at the age of 86, surrounded by his beloved wife, Tena, and their five children. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and faithful servant of the Church, Steve lived a life defined by intellectual curiosity, generous service, and, most especially, an enduring commitment to his family and faith. Steve was born on February 24, 1940, in Manila, the Philippines, to Major General L. Render Braswell, M.D. and Elizabeth Wylly Willingham Braswell. Although both parents came from multigenerational Georgia families, Steve’s ea ...
Carver William Blanchard MAR 30, 1942 - OCT 15, 2026
Carver Blanchard passed away peacefully with the assistance of regular visits from Hospice Savannah. Carver was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, in 1942 to Carver Blanchard and Dorothy Coquille Blanchard. His twin sister Nova Thrifley passed away a year ago, and he is survived by his brother Paul Blanchard of New York City. Carver was encouraged in tennis and in music by his father, who directed a boys’ choir. An outstanding tennis player in his youth, Carver was nationally ranked in Junior Tennis and number one in Junior Tennis in Louisiana at age fifteen. He went to Northwestern Univer ...
Carol W. Dedes DEC 09, 1932 - OCT 15, 2026
Carol W. Dedes, 93, of Savannah, Georgia passed away peacefully at home on October 15, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. Carol was born on December 9, 1932, to the late Eugene Gregory Woods and the late Annie Mae Hunt Woods in Savannah, Georgia. After graduating from Savannah High School in 1951 she married George P. Dedes in 1952, and they were together for over fifty-six years until his death in 2008. Carol loved the role of a devoted military spouse as they lived in many places from Florida to California to Madrid, Spain. Carol was an avid reader, tennis player, and devoted ...
Alex Paul Ware SEP 20, 1961 - OCT 15, 2026
Alex Paul Ware, 65, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away suddenly on October 15, 2026. Alex’s capacity for love was boundless, encompassing his family, cherished pets, and lifelong friends. He is survived by his wife, Toni; his beloved furbabies, Loki and Pepper Potts; his sister, Bridget Federico (Sean, Dino); his brothers, John (Hannah) and Michael (Holly, Nicole, Kristi, Heather) and niece Ashley (Lily, Bear); and his found family, including his Second Mom Diane, daughters Erin of Colorado Springs and Kendra of Denver, as well as his brother from another mother, John of Colorado Springs ...
Patricia Lawrence Ronning AUG 24, 1943 - OCT 14, 2026
Patricia (Patty) Ronning, 83, passed away October 14, 2026. Patty was born in Gadsden, Alabama on August 24, 1943. She was a graduate of Gadsden High School in Gadsden, Alabama and Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama. After her graduation, Patty moved to Augusta, GA to begin her teaching career. In Augusta, she met her future husband, Dennis Ronning. Patty and Dennis were married August 26, 1967. With Patty being from Alabama and Dennis being from South Dakota they compromised and moved to Springfield, Illinois. By 1973, Dennis and Patty had grown tired of cold winters and m ...
Sylvia Davis Smith OCT 10, 1938 - OCT 14, 2026
Mrs. Sylvia Davis Smith, age 88, of Savannah, died on Wednesday morning, October 14, 2026, at her residence under the care of Amedisys Hospice and surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 10, 1938, in Savannah to the late Derrell W. Davis and the late Carolyn Moore Davis. She was a proud fourth generation Savannahian and graduated from Savannah High School in 1956. After high school, she started nursing training at St. Joseph's Hospital and was married in 1958, soon after began to start her family of five children. Sylvia was a loving daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, gr ...
Ann Burford Robertson JAN 31, 1945 - OCT 13, 2026
With great sadness and hearts filled with love, we announce the passing of Ann Burford Robertson. She was born in Pine Bluff Arkansas to Dudley Marshall and Juanita Burford on January 31, 1945. Ann spent her childhood growing up on a farm in Grady, Arkansas. After graduating high school, she attended the University of Arkansas. In November of 1965 she married the love of her life, William A. Robertson (Buddy). They built a life together while Buddy served in the US Army. They moved their family to Georgia in 1980 where Ann began a career in Real Estate. As a ...
Tyson William Dunfee OCT 14, 1978 - OCT 11, 2026
In Loving Memory of Tyson William Dunfee October 14, 1978 – October 11, 2026 Forever My Love, Forever in Our Hearts Some love stories are so beautiful that even death cannot bring them to an end. With unimaginable sadness and hearts filled with love, we announce the passing of Tyson William Dunfee, who departed this life on October 11, 2026, just three days before his 48th birthday.“Tyson was born on October 14, 1978, in Wheeling, West Virginia to Bill and Rodona Dunfee.” Tyson was a remarkable man whose charisma, humor, kindness, and joyful spirit made him trul ...
Donald Edward Wiess APR 15, 1951 - OCT 11, 2026
Donald Edward Wiess, 75, passed away Sunday, October 11, 2026, at St. Joseph’s Hospital. The Savannah native was a graduate of Richard Arnold High School. He went on to have a long career in the grocery business, first for the Bargain Corner, then on to other stores to include, M&M, Kroger, Food Lion, and Fresh Market, making friends along the way. Donald was of the Catholic faith and attended St. James Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Steven W. Wiess, and Reba Bird Porter Wiess. Surviving are his sister, Sally E. Hendley (Ronnie A.), nephews, ...
Benny Keith Jones, Sr. DEC 29, 1943 - OCT 10, 2026
Benny Keith Jones, Sr., 82, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away on October 10, 2026. Benny was born on December 29, 1943, in Dublin, Georgia, to Lemuel Carlton Jones and Vera Lamb Jones, and grew up in nearby Cedar Grove. He graduated from Southern Polytechnic State University in 1969 with a degree in civil engineering. Over a long career, Benny helped build some of the Lowcountry’s most cherished communities. He began with The Sea Pines Company and Hilton Head Plantation, then worked for The Branigar Organization at The Landings in Savannah, International Paper at Haig Point on Daufuski ...
Nancy Lee Graham NOV 12, 1943 - OCT 10, 2026
Nancy Graham November 12, 1943 – October 10, 2026 Nancy Graham, affectionately known as “Fancy Nancy,” passed away on October 10, 2026, at the age of 82. A Southern lady through and through, Nancy had an appreciation for the finer details, a flair for fashion, and a spirited nature all her own. Always impeccably put together, she carried herself with grace, charm, and no shortage of sass. Nancy met her husband, Carl, in their youth, and the two married during his service in the United States Army. Together, they built a family and a lifetime of memories. Both avid dancers ...
Henry Bruce Montgomery, III NOV 15, 1939 - OCT 08, 2026
Henry “Bruce” Montgomery, III was born November 15, 1939, in Atlanta, Georgia, to H. Bruce Montgomery Jr. and Anne Wynn Fleming Montgomery. Bruce was a graduate of Westminster in Atlanta and the University of Georgia, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree and, more importantly, met Bette Frost “Frosty” Montgomery. They married on August 21, 1965, beginning a 61-year marriage and a life together built on deep affection, mutual respect and family. Together they raised two daughters, Cameron Montgomery McGregor and Anne Montgomery van Gerpen. Having been given d ...
Margaret Spivey Oiler JAN 17, 1935 - OCT 08, 2026
Margaret Spivey Oiler, 91, passed away peacefully at home on October 8, 2026. Born in Savannah, Georgia, she was the daughter of Clarence D. Cone and Mildred C. Altman Cone. Margaret worked for 32 years as a secretary at Union Camp. She was a woman of strong Christian faith and was a member of Silk Hope Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husbands, James Bruce Spivey and Russell Eugene Oiler; and her siblings, Clarice Cone Shuman and Clarence Donald Cone Jr. Survivors include her daughter, Patrice Spivey Cowart (Richard); grandchildren, Elaina Cowart Lippsett (Geoffrey) and Aus ...
Dr. Mary Klotz Walker APR 23, 1946 - OCT 08, 2026
Bluffton, South Carolina – Dr. Mary Klotz Walker, 80, passed away peacefully in Bluffton, SC, on October 8th, 2026. Mary was born in East Lansing, MI, but within months moved to and grew up in Bar Harbor, ME. She was raised in the Roman Catholic church and had a lifelong connection to her faith. Mary graduated from St. Francis High School Mount Alverno, Mishawaka, IN in 1964, and was an accomplished lifelong scholar of Nursing and Behavioral Science, earning her B.S.N. from Loyola University Chicago in 1972, M.S.N. from University of Illinois-Chicago in 1975, M.A. from University of Ch ...
Charles V. Edelen OCT 12, 1944 - OCT 06, 2026
Charles V. Edelen, passed away at his home in Savannah, GA with his husband, Brian Smith, by his side. Charles was born in Key West, FL to Dr. Charles M. Edelen and Emily Owen Edelen. The Edelens were longtime residents of Louisville, KY, and that is where Charles spent his youth. He grew up in the Catholic Church and followed it throughout his lifetime. After graduating high school, he went on to receive his Bachelor of Arts degree from Case University in Omaha, NE. Charles then had a fulfilling career in Retail Management working in such places as Tiffany & Co. and Nei ...
Marie Clancy Guerard SEP 23, 1943 - OCT 05, 2026
Marie Clancy Guerard passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on October 5, 2026 after a prolonged battle with Alzheimer’s. A devoted mother and grandmother, she dedicated her life to family. Her legacy is one of educating, sacrifice, giving, and love. A Savannah native, Marie was the daughter of the late John Joseph Clancy Jr. and Ella Nugent Clancy. She graduated from St. Vincents Academy and attended college in Virginia where she graduated with a degree in Interior Design. Marie was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Savannah, G ...
Joel Thomas "Tommy" Smith MAR 04, 1959 - OCT 05, 2026
Joel Thomas Smith, 67, died on Monday October 5th, 2026. Joel was known by most everyone as Tommy. He was born in Savannah, GA, and was the son of late Jimmie and Mary. In 1979, Tommy married his high school sweetheart, Kim Askin. They went on to have three children. Tommy was educated in Augusta, GA, graduating from Westside High in 1977. He received many accolades in high school for academics as well as athletics including the All-Century Team in football and MVP in baseball. He was also voted Most Likely to Succeed and Best Looking. He worked at Augusta Newsprint while raising childr ...
Vivian Blaylock Jaracz DEC 03, 1931 - OCT 05, 2026
Vivian Blaylock Jaracz, age 94, died Monday, October 5, 2026. She was born in Fort Sill, Oklahoma December 5, 1931, to the late Lelia Francis Blaylock and the late Floyd M. Blaylock. She graduated from Fayetteville High School in Fayetteville, North Carolina in 1945. Vivian was the daughter of a career military man and traveled to Europe after World War II, where she met the love of her life, Joseph J. Jaracz, Jr. They were married in Lintz, Austria in 1949. Joe was a career military man, who took his family to numerous locations in Europe and the United States settling in Clayton County Georg ...
Clarence B. Nichols MAR 03, 1935 - OCT 04, 2026
Clarence Beurchael Nichols, born March 3, 1935, passed away on October 4, 2026, after a long battle with dementia at Habersham Manor. He was preceded in death by his parents, Minnie Lou Anderson Nichols and Beurchael Nichols; his wife of 56 years, Carolyn Louise Weeks Nichols; his brother, Donald Lee Nichols (Rose); Wilma Louise Nichols Snowden (Roy); and his nephew, Eddie Snowden. He is survived by his children, Julie Strickland (Billy), Greg Nichols (Angela), and Sandi Nichols Jenkins (Jimmy); his grandchildren, Michael Strickland (Alexis), Katie Nichols Murray (Chris), Jessica Jenkins Watso ...
Katharine Calhoun Wood FEB 17, 1950 - OCT 03, 2026
Katharine Calhoun Wood, 76, of Savannah, died peacefully at home on October 3, 2026 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She passed surrounded by her husband and children. Kathy was preceded in death by her parents, Lawton and Mary Anne Calhoun, and her older brother, Lawton. Kathy is survived by her husband of 37 years, Frank Wood, their daughter Katie, their son Andrew (Hollyn), her sisters Mary Anne Farmer (Tom) and Lilla Costello, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins whom she adored. Kathy was born in Savannah and attended Savannah Country Day School through the ninth grad ...
Frances M. Curry - OCT 02, 2026
Mary Frances Moore Curry January 28, 1945 – October 2, 2026 Mary Frances Moore Curry, 81, of Savannah, Georgia, died peacefully on October 2, 2026, surrounded by her family following a brief illness. Born Mary Frances Moore in Savannah on January 28, 1945, at Candler Hospital, Frances was the daughter of Cecil Moore, a Savannah police officer, and Helen Richardson Moore, originally of Aiken, South Carolina. The eldest of three children, Frances was a loving and nurturing sister to Nancy and Cecil. Frances grew up in Savannah, attending Pennsylvania Avenue School, Ramona Riley S ...
Dianne Jackson Rossiter DEC 20, 1944 - OCT 02, 2026
Dianne Jackson Rossiter, 81, passed away on October 2, 2026, at Hospice Savannah, surrounded by the love of her family. She leaves behind a legacy of faith, service, kindness, and unwavering devotion to those she loved. Dianne and her husband, Dick, were members of Saint Boniface Catholic Church in Springfield, Georgia. A proud Savannah native, Dianne was the beloved daughter of the late George Embree ("Woodyard") Jackson and Elizabeth Thompson Jackson. She graduated from Savannah High School and attended South Georgia College. Her adventurous spirit led her to a career as a flight ...
John A. Brayman - OCT 01, 2026
John A. Brayman, 80, passed away Thursday, October 1, 2026 at St. Joseph's Hospital after a brief illness. He was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan to the late John and Frances Brayman. John retired as a corporate executive with Michigan Bell. ...
Brooke Nichole Hurless SEP 24, 1982 - OCT 01, 2026
Brooke Nichole Hurless, 44, of Brunswick, Georgia, formerly of Savannah, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, October 1, 2026. Born on September 24, 1982, in Bellefontaine, Ohio, Brooke was the beloved daughter of Debbie Tabor (Timothy) and Earl "Butch" Hurless. She was a devoted mother, cherished daughter, loving sister, aunt, niece, and friend whose beautiful spirit touched countless lives while at St. Vincents Acasdemy where she graduated and throughout her life. Above all else, Brooke's greatest love was her daughters, Layla Tabor and Ava Tabor, both of Savannah. They wer ...
Sally Glandon Barksdale MAR 26, 1950 - SEP 29, 2026
BARKSDALE, Sally Glandon, age 76, of Savannah, GA, passed away on September 29, 2026. Sally was born in Columbus, Ohio, and graduated from Upper Arlington High School in 1968. She attended Ashland College, where she was a member of Alpha Phi sorority, earned a degree in Elementary Education in 1972, and, most importantly, met the love of her life, Daniel M. “Dan” Barksdale. Sally and Dan married in 1972 and shared 46 years until his passing in 2018. Sally and Dan eventually made their home in Springfield, Ohio, where they raised their three children and became deeply rooted in the ...
Elizabeth (Doll) Ann Miller OCT 01, 1950 - SEP 29, 2026
Elizabeth “Doll” Ann Miller, a beloved physician, devoted mother, accomplished athlete, and generous member of the Savannah community, passed away peacefully September 29th at age 75, with her daughters by her side. Born in Oriskany, NY on October 1st, 1950, Doll was the only daughter of George and Harriett Story. She had 4 doting brothers, which earned her the nickname “Doll”, and an idyllic childhood in upstate NY. Her childhood was marked by an accomplished golf career. Her greatest national achievement came at age 17, when she won the U.S. Girl’s Junior Cham ...