Obituaries

Allen David Whiteford, 55, died peacefully on Tuesday Sept 16th, surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous and faithful walk with the Lord through ALS. He was born in Sumter, SC to Master Sergeant Douglas Whiteford and Linda (Baker) Whiteford. He lived in several places before his parents came back home from military service to Savannah in 1982. He graduated from Memorial Day School in 1988. In 1998, working for The Home Depot in Ft. Walton Beach, FL, Allen met the love of his life, the former Jennifer Leigh West of Cary, NC. They have two wonderful daughters. Allen was an effe ...

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On September 16, 2025, Gloria Mae Moses (nee Rogers) passed to her eternal peace.  She was 95 years old.  Born January 8, 1930, in Augusta, GA, Gloria led a full and active life.  She graduated from  Savannah High School in 1947 and soon after rode a bus to Augusta where she attended the Barrett School of Nursing on a scholarship.  With her nursing degree in hand, Gloria then worked at Augusta's University Hospital for the next two years.  She then enlisted in the United States Air Force as a first Lieutenant and received orders to serve at Larson Air Force ...

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Lisa Hebert McEachern, 73, passed away Monday, September 15, 2025, at St. Joseph’s Hospital, surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was born in Louisiana to the late Louis and Caroline Alexius Hebert. Lisa was an avid L.S.U. Tigers fan and loved cheering them on. Playing cards with her dear friends was one of her favorite pastimes. She was very devoted to her family, but her favorite role of all was being an amazing Mimi to her granddaughter, Caroline. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John Fuller McEachern. Lisa is survived by her daug ...

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Eleanor Faye Ricks, 88, went to be with her beloved daughter, Star, for all eternity on September 15, 2025. A devoted daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, she was born February 12, 1937, in Savannah, GA to Perry L. and Willie J. Carter. In 1954 while working her favorite job at Craven’s Bakery, she graduated from Commercial High School, went on to become an LPN, and later retired from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in 1999.  Her claim to fame was her cooking, and her pimento cheese couldn’t be beat.  She loved her family, animals, and especially her ...

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John Byram Bishop Savannah, GA - John Byram Bishop, who used his intellect to contribute to many Savannah non-profit organizations in his retirement years, passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at Memorial Medical Center, Savannah, Georgia, following a heart attack at home. Born in Wilmington, Delaware, he was the son of Robert Bradford Bishop and Ruth Cary Byram Bishop. John spent his formative years on his family property, Lanes End in Landenburg, Pennsylvania, the family seat of his maternal grandmother. He was educated at The Wilmington Friends School, followed by Phillips An ...

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Mark Steven Carter, 66, of Wilmington Island, passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2025 while in hospice care. He was surrounded by loved ones. Mark was a singer-songwriter who loved entertaining and bringing happiness to others through his music. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bobby Gene Carter and Charlotte Rose; his brother, Mike;  and his son, Stephen. He is survived by his wife, Cindy; sons, Bobby and Johnny; daughters, Jessica and Jordan; eight grandchildren; his sister, Vicky; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mark will be greatly missed by all those who knew and ...

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Shirley Livingston has left this world for the next, and the good souls up there are lucky to have her — she knows how to liven up a place. She passed away Thursday, September 11, 2025, in Savannah, Georgia. She was at home, family by her side. She was 79. Regarding this obituary, she'd want it to be honest and anything but stuffy. She'd probably like it to be short, too, but would realize that's a tall order in a family full of talkers. As the best listener of the bunch, she practiced patience — while sprinkling in a few eye-rolls. Deservedly so, always ...

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Steven Mitchell Kenard, age 68, passed away on September 10, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. Steven was born in Savannah, Georgia on November 29, 1956. He was a member of St John’s Church.  In 1975, he graduated from H.V. Jenkins High School, after active involvement in its ROTC program. After a 45-year-long career, he retired from Savannah Electric/Georgia Power in 2022. He worked in several different departments including Underground Distribution, Transmission, and Forestry & Right of Way.   He was a member of Landrum Lodge ...

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Rosa Elena Zamora, 57, of Puerto Cortes, Honduras, passed away on September 10, 2025. She was born on April 25, 1968, in Puerto Cortes. Rosa will be remembered for her joyful spirit, warm smile, and love for family. She cherished her daughter and grandson above all else and was deeply devoted to her sisters and brothers. Rosa loved helping others, enjoyed listening to music, dancing, baking, and traveling whenever she had the opportunity—visiting countries such as Mexico, Guatemala, Italy, and Jamaica. She is survived by her daughter, Marbella Romero; her grandson, Kavin Crawford I ...

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Dorothy B. Lee, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 9th, 2025, at the age of 80. Born in 1945 in Wyandotte, Michigan, she lived in Laurens and Greenville, South Carolina. She became a true Georgian when the family moved to Brunswick and spent the majority of her life in Savannah. A woman of immense warmth and grace, Dot Lee was known for her kind grace, unwavering kindness, and dedication to her church community. She loved spending time with friends, family, and most affectionately with her husband, Darrel Lee. Her life was a testament to the ...

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Jay Douglas Ahrens, 80, died September 9, 2025 in his home in Savannah under the care of Hospice. He was born on July 18, 1945, in Brooklyn, N.Y., and grew up in Chatham, N.J. He graduated with a BS from Muhlenberg College in 1967 and an MBA from Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania in 1974. Jay was a decorated Air Force Pilot serving in the United States Airforce from 1967-1972.  He flew F4s in over 200 missions during the Vietnam War earning many distinctions including the Distinguished Flying Cross. Upon returning from Vietnam and graduating from The Wharton School ...

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Gordon Darwin DeLoach, 64, passed away unexpectedly on September 8, 2025, at his lifelong home on Tybee Island, GA. He was the son of Richard T. DeLoach Sr. and Mae W. DeLoach. Born on January 24, 1961, Gordon will be remembered for his devotion to his family, friends, faith, and his community but most of all his love of Jimmy Buffett and of everything “Tybee.”  He graduated from Benedictine Military Academy in 1978 and attended Armstrong State College, but his heart was always with his family and with Tybee. Gordon was a partner with his wife, Ilona, in their wedding busin ...

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Dorothy Louisa Alexandra Sheffield-White, 98, of Savannah, Georgia, was called into the arms of our Lord Jesus Christ on September 8, 2025. She was born in Hastings, Sussex, England, on March 16, 1927, and immigrated alone to the United States via Canada in 1948. She worked at City Hall for the City of Savannah until her retirement in 1982. Dorothy lived an extraordinary life, surviving World War II in England and serving in the Red Cross during the war. She was a devoted Catholic follower of Christ, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Dorothy is survived by her ...

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Jean Muchmore Wise, 103 years old, passed away Sunday, September 7, 2025, at Hospice Savannah.  She was born April 13, 1922, in Lockland, Ohio to the late Miles and Marie Tegeder Muchmore. Mrs. Wise was a member of Faith Lutheran Church until it’s closing, then joined St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church where she has been a member for over 20 years.  She worked for the Girl Scouts in Savannah. She was a member of the Wymberly Garden Club, the Hemerocallis Daylily Society, and several Bridge Clubs around Savannah. During World War II, Jean worked in the payroll depar ...

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Robert Alan Dunn, 78, died peacefully on Sunday, September 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Alan was born in Clayton, GA on June 26, 1947. He was the only son of Robert Earl Dunn and Mary Etta Mills Dunn. Alan graduated from Ewing Highs School and attended Trenton State College and Pfeiffer College. He spent 46 years working in the automobile industry. He worked for U.S. Auto Group in Shrewsbury, NJ. For the past 28 years he worked for Grainger Honda in Savannah. In 1972, Alan married Donna Wood. Alan leaves behind two daughters, Courtney Odermatt (Ken) and Kendra Shanahan (D ...

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Carolyn J. Smith (84) died peacefully on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Carolyn was born to Margaret Helen and Harry Ray Jones on March 21, 1941, in Trussville Al. She is preceded in death by her husband, James Richard (Dick) Smith, Sr., her son, James Richard Smith, Jr, brother William Felix Jones and sister Carmen Denice Turner. She leaves behind her daughter Andrea (Andi) Smith DeFelice and son in law Frank DeFelice, Daughter in law, Laura Smith, grandchildren Magnolia Smith (Maddy), Carson Carter (Bailey), Patricia Dingus (Charlie) and Emily McLain (Houston) sister Connie Jones Harbor ...

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It is with deep sorrow that we share the passing of Sam Wingo Fuller, 82, of Savannah, Georgia, on September 5, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.   Born on March 7, 1943, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Sam moved with his family to New Prospect, South Carolina, when he was six years old. It was there, surrounded by the close-knit community of his mother’s hometown, that he spent most of his childhood, developing a lifelong curiosity about the past that would shape his future. He graduated from Chapman High School and went on to attend Wofford College in Spartanburg, SC ...

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Richard Martin “Rick” Buckley, 69, passed away Thursday, September 4, 2025, at his home with his family by his side.  He was born February 7, 1956, in New York to the late Raymond and Mary Dixon Buckley.  Rick retired as a Supervisor from Kemira, and later owned Rick’s Lawncare Service.  He was of the Catholic faith. He loved attending car shows, fishing, coaching baseball, and was a member of the Classic Cars Outlaw Group. Rick is survived by his wife of 46 years, Phyllis West Buckley, sons, Stephen Buckley and Ryan Buckley, daughter, Meghan Buckley, and fo ...

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“Don’t grieve for me, for now I am free. I’m following the path God laid for me. I took God’s hand when I heard the call; I turned my back and left it all. If my parting has left a void, fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss. For yes, these things, I too, will miss. Perhaps my time seemed all too brief; don’t lengthen it now with undue grief. Lift up your head and share with me, God wanted me now, God set me free.” Surrounded by love and family, Linda Faye Byerly (Lulu) was called home on the evening of September 4th after a br ...

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Fabrizio Malan, 45, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 4, 2025. He was the son of Ruben Malan and Gracie F. Malan. He is also survived by his sister, Rina Malan.  Born in Río Piedras, Puerto Rico, Fabrizio was a longtime resident of Tallahassee, FL, before moving to Savannah. He was a follower of the Bahá'í faith. Fabrizio was a loving son, known for his kind and contagious smile. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him.   ...

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Gary Lord, II, 47 passed away September 4, 2025 at Memorial Health.  He was born in Savannah, GA to the late Gary and Joyce Hall Lord.  He is survived by his niece, Jennifer Zeigler, and other relatives.   No service is scheduled at this time.  ...

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David Anthony Schiller ascended to his heavenly home on September 3rd, 2025 after a long illness at the age of 71.  He began his career with Savannah Electric & Power Company in April of 1973.  He retired from Southern Company in April of 2014 after 41 years.  He was a great lover of animals, especially cats.  A huge music lover and an amazing guitar player.  He was preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, Brenda Schiller.  He is survived by his daughter, Shannon Schiller Richardson (Josh), his son, Wesley Schiller and his granddaughter, Elizabeth.  ...

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Chong Im Kim Newcomer, 70, passed away Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at her home with her husband by her side.  She was born in Buyeo, Korea to the late Chung Bae Kim and Kum Ye (Anna) Kim.  Chong was a hairdresser in Savannah for over 20 years and made many lifelong friendships.  She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Kelly Newcomer of Savannah, son and daughter-in-law, David and Missy Newcomer of Charlotte, NC, nieces and nephews, Sumi, Yumi, Jay, Lynn, Seong Tae, Yong Tae, Yeon Tae, Hyeon Tae, and Yun Tae, as well as many great-nieces and great-nephews in Korea ...

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Mrs. Frances Purnell Cameron, age 78, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2025, in Savannah, Georgia at St. Joseph's Candler Hospital. She was cradled in love and surrounded by her husband and all 7 of her children. Born on December 10, 1946, in Charlotte, North Carolina, Frances was a native Charlottean where she grew up and raised her family. After that she lived in Athens, Georgia with her husband Mark,  and they went on to retire in Hilton Head, South Carolina. Her life was marked by compassion, dedication, her Christian faith, and a deep love for her family and friends. She ...

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Harvey John Gilbert, 72, passed away peacefully on August 31, surrounded by his family in Savannah, GA. Born and raised in Savannah, Harvey graduated from Savannah Country Day in 1971 and was a proud member of the school’s only State Championship football team. Following in the footsteps of his father and brother, he attended the University of North Carolina, where he studied history, cheered for his beloved Tar Heels, and met the love of his life. He married his wife, Cindy, in 1977, and together they raised two children, Mary and John. Harvey devoted fifty years to his real estate p ...

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Cathryn Bowyer Bourbon, 47, passed away Sunday, August 31, 2025.  She was a 1996 graduate of Savannah Country Day School, and the University of Georgia in 2000.  She is survived by her husband, James Richard Bourbon, daughters, Merrick (10), and Charlotte (8), her parents, Ralph Richards Bowyer and Jane Baxter Bowyer, her sister and brother-in-law, Ruth and Brian Weimar, nieces, Sidney and Emmaline, and extended family and friends.  A visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m., Friday, September 5, 2025, at Fox & Weeks, Hodgson Chapel.  Cathryn ...

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George Michael “Mike” Haring, 70, USAF, Retired., of Savannah, passed away surrounded by his loving family Sunday, August 31, 2025. He was born March 14, 1955, in Columbus/Fort Benning, Georgia, to late Walter Haring and Clorina Ottavino Haring. Upon his retirement Mike loved spending time with his family and enjoyed going to car shows with his 1955 Chevrolet Belair. Mike was a member of the First Hispanic Baptist Church.  He is survived by his loving of 22 years, Isabel Haring of Savannah; children, Andy Lemus (Amber) of Richmond Hill, Antonio Lemus of Savannah, and Meliss ...

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Victoria Ramirez Born into Earthly Life January 18, 1958, Brooklyn, New York Entered Eternal Rest August 31, 2025, Savannah, Georgia   She was born in Brooklyn, New York, the daughter of Vincent and Mary Amoroso. Raised in Brooklyn, New York, she graduated from William Cullen High School in 1976. That same year she met Gerardo (Rusty) Ramirez while working at Alexanders Department store. They began dating and were married on May 30, 1981. Shortly after they moved to California where their daughter Rachel was born in 1983. They moved back to New York in 1985 where their ...

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John Henry McCleskey, Sr., age 86, of Savannah, Georgia passed away on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at Summer Breeze Senior Community surrounded by family and caregivers. Born on August 5,1939 in Pascagoula, Mississippi, John was the third child of Warren and Lillian McCleskey and brother to Warren, Charlie, and Margaret Nan. He grew up in Hattiesburg, MS, and graduated from Hattiesburg Hight School in 1957. He studied architecture at Auburn University and later received his BBA from Mercer University in Finance and Economics. John married his high school sweetheart, Kathryn Ann Seay, on J ...

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