Obituaries

Harold Carlton Nalley, 96, passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at his home with his family by his side.  He was born February 18, 1929, in Pickens County, SC to the late Lawrence Marvin Nalley and Mettie Launa Smith Nalley.  Mr. Nalley graduated with a bachelor’s degree from the University of Georgia.  He worked for Dupont, the Savannah River Project, and retired as warehouse supervisor with Daniel Construction.  He was an avid golfer at the Bacon Park Golf Course, where he played in the Senior Blitz. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his w ...

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Mary “Cheryle” Baxter Kimball, 79, died after complications from pancreatic cancer and slipping into a diabetic coma on Monday, October 27, 2025, in the loving embrace of her son. Cheryle was born in Jacksonville, Florida, but grew up outside Glennville, Georgia.  She was educated in the public school system of Tattnall County, Georgia, where she made countless, life-long friends.  She received her BS in Education with a major in Speech Therapy from the University of Georgia.  Her continuing education was to maintain her speech and teaching credentials.  She ...

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In Loving Memory of JT Schroeder The world lost a beautiful soul far too soon. JT Schroeder, just 18 years old, left us with hearts forever changed. JT loved people deeply and had a smile that could light up any room. His heart was so big that he had countless friends, each one feeling like they were his favorite. He had a way of making everyone feel seen and included, whether you were a lifelong friend or someone he’d just met. Even in death he chose to help others by being an organ donor, giving the gift of life to seven families.   He dreamed of becoming a Merchant Marin ...

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James Delmas Bearden, Jr. (Jim), surrounded by his loving family, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2025, at Cone Hospital in Greensboro, NC, five days after suffering a debilitating stroke. He is survived by Pamela Berger Bearden, his wife of 46 years; children Melissa and Tyler (Collin) of Durham, NC; his three beloved grandchildren Lake, Isla, and Haven Bearden; and his brother Bob (Donna) of Princeton, NJ. He was preceded in death by his parents James Delmas Bearden, Sr. and Lois Norton Bearden. To know Jim was to appreciate his quirky sense of humor and his kind, gentle demeanor. H ...

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In Loving Memory of Vida (Diaz) Martinez (1966 - 2025) Vida Martinez, most beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother and friend, 59, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away on October 26, 2025, leaving a void her family and friends can never fill.  She was born in Cardenas, Matanzas, Cuba in 1966, to Eugenio and Gladys Diaz, and was raised in Miami, Florida. She graduated from Coral Park High School before marrying Maurice Martinez and joyfully raising a family. Vida was a dearly devoted mother; her grandchildren especially being her pride and joy.  Vida was an integral par ...

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Michael E. McCullough, age 76, of Savannah died on Sunday, October 26. 2025 after an extended illness. Mike was born on February 15, 1949, in Swainsboro, Georgia to the late Earl McCullough and the late Blanche Doster McCullough. Mike was a lifelong resident of Savannah and a graduate of Savannah High School. He went on to attend the University of Georgia, where he was a member of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity and built friendships that lasted a lifetime. Mike retired from Merrill Lynch after a long career in the brokerage business. Mike was a longtime member of the Savannah Yacht C ...

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Mary Walker “Bebe” Whitcomb, 74, passed away Sunday, October 26, 2025, at Candler Hospital.  She was born January 11, 1951, in Savannah to the late George Grey Walker, Sr. and Irene Stewart Walker.  Bebe, as she was known to her family and friends was a member of Wilmington Island Presbyterian Church.  She worked as the office manager for P&L Transportation, and later for Diamond Crystal Brands, in accounting and in the Human Resources Department. She loved to cook, bake, and was an avid reader.  Surviving are her husband of 47 years, John C. Whitcomb ...

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William Joseph Manucy, Jr., known fondly as Billy, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2025, in Savannah, Georgia, the city where he was born and spent much of his life. Billy was the son of the late William Joseph Manucy, Sr. and Helen Beranc Manucy. He was a proud husband to Brenda F. Manucy, his devoted wife of 29 years. He is survived by his nieces and nephews: Dwan Maxey Lester (Lamar), Gene Maxey (Julia), and Maria Etzle (John); great-nieces and nephews Lamar Lester (Marilyn), Hunter Lester, Winn Maxey, Helen Maxey, Katie Etzle, Sean Etzle, and Johnny Etzle (Stephanie); ...

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Ann went to be with the Lord on October 23, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Savannah, Georgia, on October 20, 1956, Ann was the daughter of the late James and Agnes Morris. She was educated in the Effingham County school system and later attended South College.               Ann married Jerry Smith, and together they founded Smith Septic Service. They were blessed with three beautiful daughters: Catina Ann Jenkins (Billy), Jeri Elaine Patrick (Matthew), and Lori Dee Huggins (Rusty).   Her lo ...

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Stephen Mark Dillon passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Born in Savannah, Steve Dillon was the son of Francis Nicholas Dillon, Sr. and Christine Hazel Moore Dillon. After the loss of his parents at a young age, he went to live with his grandmother, the late Catherine Atkins Moore. Despite being visually impaired from birth, Steve never let that hold him back. He was kind, generous, adventurous, fiercely independent, and always grateful. He graduated from Benedictine Military School in the Class of 1977- Come fall in line…… Later, he earned an associates ...

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Lee Everett Sucharda Jr., 86, died Sunday, October 19, 2025, at his home in Savannah with his family by his side. Lee was born on September 21, 1939, in Racine, WI to Lee Everett Sucharda Sr. and Dorothy Sucharda (Peterson). Lee’s favorite childhood memories were of the time he spent on his grandparents’ farm in WI. It was there he developed his love of the outdoors. He enjoyed fishing on the lake, wading in a stream, manning a tip-up on the ice, stalking a deer, bagging a grouse or pheasant, demolishing a clay pigeon, skiing on the slopes or through the woods, and sinking putts ...

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Edward James Carey, 92, of Savannah, GA passed away peacefully on October 19th after a devoted and fulfilling life. Ed was born in Brooklyn, NY in 1933 and raised in Walden, NY, the son of John and Nan Carey. After graduating from Walden high school he went on to graduate from St Bonaventure University. He served in the US Navy from 1955 to 1957 on the USS Ticonderoga which operated throughout the Mediterranean. Shortly after completing his service he married the love of his life, Lynne. Ed had a unique and successful 38 year career with General Motors traveling to 109 countries across s ...

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Dr. Jay R. Bishko, 76, of Savannah, passed away at his home on Friday, October 17, 2025. He was born July 6, 1949, in Cleveland, Ohio, son of the late Maurice (Lillian) Bishko. He is survived by his wife Mickie Griffith, son Jack (Nicky) Bishko, daughter Emily (Mark) Radel, and many grandchildren. He loved his wife fiercely. So much so when life had other plans for her, he moved heaven and earth to make sure that she was going to be here to live on even though life itself does end for everyone. We are both saddened and joyful to share with you all Jay passed away peacefully, no longer ...

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Savannah has lost one of its dearest treasures, Kenneth G. Douberly, the society bandleader and founder of the Ken James Band, who passed away peacefully in the care of Hospice Savannah on October 15th, surrounded by his nephew Ben Gilliam and niece Carol Samford. Kenneth was born on March 17, 1948, at the old Candler Telfair Hospital to the sound of “McNamara’s Band,” according to his mother, as the St. Patrick’s Day parade passed by on Abercorn Street. He was born to parents William J. Douberly and Samantha “Sammie” Douberly.  As a teenager, he appear ...

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Jon Kent Hicks, DDS, MD Dr. Jon Kent Hicks, 84, passed away Monday, October 13, 2025, at home under the care of Hospice Savannah and his wife Rosemary. He was born June 2, 1941, in Pampa, Texas to the late Dr. Hardy Hicks and Dr. Emily Tiedeman Hicks.  For over forty years Dr. Hicks was a Pediatric Dentist, serving in Texas, and then in Savannah for the Chatham County Health Department and Morrison Dental.  He was well respected by all his patients. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Rosemary Abercrombie Hicks of Savannah, his stepdaughter Angie Rish, grandchildren, Col ...

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Bettie Overholt August 30, 1924 ~ October 13, 2025 Bettie was born in Melrose, MA to Fred and Grace Smith in 1924. She began school in Massachusetts and graduated high school in Montclair, N.J. where they moved when she was 10 years old. After high school Bettie completed a secretarial course at the Catherine Gibbs School in Montclair. Bettie was working as a bookkeeper and dance instructor at the Arthur Murray Dance Studio in Montclair in 1946 where she met Frank Overholt. She and Frank were married later that year and re-located to South Miami, Florida where they founded a successfu ...

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Richard Freddie Knight of Savannah, Georgia passed away peacefully on October 12, 2025 at a nursing facility in Bluffton, South Carolina.  Born in Savannah on February 4, 1942 to Loy and Thelma Knight he was a loving father, spouse, and dedicated to helping others. He attended Charles Ellis Elementary School, graduated from Savannah High in 1959 and went on to earn a Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Management from Georgia Tech in Atlanta.  He was an investment broker for Merrill Lynch in Savannah and Hilton Head, SC for 20 years.  He was a passionate and skilled photograp ...

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Savannah has lost one of its treasures. Mary Anne Rourke Hornkohl passed away on the morning of October 12, 2025 at The Oaks on Isle of Hope where she resided. Born on September 7, 1939, in Savannah, Mary Anne had just celebrated her 86th birthday. Mary Anne was preceded in death by her parents Arthur Lawrence and Veronica Dillon Rourke, her brother Arthur Lawrence Rourke, Jr., her dear spouse Marc L. Hornkohl and several cherished dogs. Surviving are her beloved cousins, Broughton and Josie Rourke Kelly and her lifelong friend, Judy R. Downing. Raised in the Catholic Church, Mary Anne a ...

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Henry Arthur Spencer, known to all as "Hank," passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025, after a very brief illness.  Hank was born on February 16, 1950, in Trieste, Italy, to the late Elsa Vianelli Spencer. As the son of Command Sergeant Major Edward Spencer, he was raised in numerous Army bases around the world before being graduated from Heidelberg High School in Heidelberg, Germany.  Following his graduation, he continued his family's tradition of military service and joined the United States Marine Corps.  While serving in Vietnam, he served with the utmost valo ...

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Gail Marie Gilpin Toffey, 78, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2025, in Savannah, Georgia. Born on January 1, 1948, in Montgomery, Alabama, Gail lived a life defined by compassion, creativity, and quiet strength. She earned her Bachelor’s degree from Armstrong State College and later a Master’s in Liberal Arts from Winthrop University. Early in her career, she worked as a social worker, where her empathy and dedication helped countless individuals and families. Later, she found joy in education, serving as an academic advisor at Indian River, Community College where she ins ...

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Richard David Wilkinson, age 72, died peacefully on Saturday, October 11, 2025.   David was born in Barstow, Florida and spent the majority of his life in Nashville and Savannah. He had a great love for guitar music, Batman, chocolate, sweet tea, classic cars, especially Corvettes, and dogs.    David leaves behind his daughters Emily (John) of Denver and Brynn of Nashville. He also leaves behind his granddaughter Margo, brother Steve (Lynda), sister Kathy (Bill) as well as many loved nieces and nephews: Amber, Matt, Brian, Brad, Tricia, Annie, Jason, Charlotte, and Wi ...

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                                                                    Mr. John Kim Pham Thanh Son Born on October 20, 1953 in  Phu Khuong, Tay Ninh, Vietnam, was called by God at 12:47 PM October 10, 2025 in Savannah, Georgia      ...

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Sylvia Newton Summers passed away at home on October 9, 2025. She was born on August 28, 1942, in Millen, Georgia, to Albert Sidney Newton and Edna Spell Newton. A native of Jenkins County, she graduated summa cum laude from Wesleyan College in Macon, Georgia and earned a Master of Music in piano performance from Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois. There, she met Dr. Roland Steven Summers, her husband of 58 years. Prior to her marriage, she taught music at Salem Academy in Winston Salem, North Carolina.    She lived with elegance, grace, and an unwavering commitment to ...

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Charles Tyson Youmans, 44, died on October 8, 2025 surrounded by his loving wife, family and dear friends. Charlie passed as he lived - with the utmost internal fortitude, dignity and grace. Charlie was born on August 18, 1981 to Reemer Ebb Youmans, Jr. and Claire Klug Youmans in Savannah, Georgia. He attended St. James Catholic School ('96) and Benedictine Military School ('00). Following his graduation from Benedictine, Charlie attended the University of Alabama and joined Kappa Alpha Order, where his real adventures began. After obtaining a bachelor's degree in business manag ...

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Lloyd Thomas Carter, 29, passed away October 8, 2025 in Savannah.   A private service will be held by the family at a later date.    ...

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Christopher Lee McMahon, 57, passed away Saturday, October 4, 2025 at his home on Wilmington Island.  Chris was born in Nashville, Tennessee to Francis Michael McMahon and Maureen Conlon McMahon.  He attended Nativity School, St. Peter the Apostle Catholic School, and graduated in 1986 from Johnson High School.  Chris went on to graduate in 1988 from South Georgia College.  He worked in sales for Specialty Foods across Georgia, and later for King Richards Liturgical Contracting, where he was able to travel all over the world.  After he settled into his home at Bull Riv ...

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Robert Harold Sandlin Jr. (Bobby or Bubba) left his earthly home on October 4th, 2025 due to complications following surgery. He was born on October 15th, 1952 in Savannah, GA. After graduating from Jenkins high school he attended Armstrong State College where he earned a degree in accounting. He worked for Prudential Insurance Company for over 10 years and went on to work in accounting positions with other companies including most recently Chatham Orthopedics. Bobby grew up in Savannah, GA where he developed a strong work ethic and love for family and friends and was known to have strong op ...

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Walter Crawford Corish, Jr. passed away Saturday morning after battling a lengthy illness.  Walter was born February 16, 1943 to Walter Crawford Corish, Sr. and Helen Gilkey Corish in Savannah, GA. He attended Blessed Sacrament School (’57) and Benedictine Military School (’61). He, then, attended the University of Georgia, where he earned his BBA in Risk Management & Insurance in 1965 and his MBA in Business Management in 1967. In between completion of these degrees, he married his high school sweetheart, Patty Rockwell of Savannah. While working towards his Mas ...

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Margo Reed Harper left this world to be with her Lord and Savior on October 3, 2025. She had bravely battled the effects of Lewy Body Dementia for several years and passed away at her home, surrounded by family and friends. Margo was born on December 31, 1954, at Edgewood Army Arsenal in Maryland to William W. Watkins, Jr. and Louise E. Watkins. Growing up, she traveled extensively throughout the United States due to her father’s service in the U.S. Army. She graduated from McLean High School in McLean, Virginia, in 1973 and continued her education at Illinois Wesleyan University, whe ...

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