Obituaries
Oscar Marshall Crosby - APR 17, 2025
Oscar Marshall Crosby, 71, passed away April 15, 2025, at Memorial Health. He was born July 27, 1953, in Savannah, GA to the late Oscar McKendree Crosby and Betty Griner Crosby. Mr. Crosby was a 1971 graduate of Jenkins High School, and a longtime member of Isle of Hope United Methodist Church. He retired from Loomis Armored Services after more than 20 years of service and was a member of Acacia Masonic Lodge #452 in Savannah. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Kathryn Jean Harris Crosby, and his brother, Craig Crosby. He is survived by his son, ...
Carolyn L. Brown APR 28, 1946 - APR 16, 2025
Carolyn L. Brown Carolyn L. Brown, Ed.S. gracefully transitioned from an earthly angel to a heavenly angel on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. She was born on April 28, 1946 in Savannah, Georgia to the late Everett Lewis Sr. and Mamie Roberta Heyward Lewis. She attended public grade schools and graduated from Sophronia M. Tompkins High School in 1963. Then, Carolyn went on to study at Savannah State College and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English in 1967. She also earned her Master’s and Specialist’s degrees in education from Armstrong State College and Georgia Souther ...
Lillian Hill NOV 12, 1931 - APR 14, 2025
Lillian (Liz) Hill, 93, of Batesburgs, South Carolina, passed away Monday, April 14, 2025. She was born in Savannah, November 12, 1931, daughter of the late Oliver Sharpe and Vera Mae Wrightman Sharpe. Liz was also preceded in death by her husband, Phillip Hill Sr., and a daughter, Donna Hill. She was a member of Victory Baptist Church and loved flowers. She is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Phillip Jr. and Sharon Hill, George Allen and Angie Hill, and Roger Mason and Jennifer Hill; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; a brother and sister-in ...
Samuel (Pete) Tapley AUG 23, 1934 - APR 14, 2025
Samuel Tapley, known affectionately as Pete to all who loved him, passed away peacefully in the early hours of April 14, 2025, at the age of 90. Born in Swainsboro, Georgia, and raised on a farm, Pete learned the value of hard work early in life, a quality he carried with him throughout his years. He served proudly in the U.S. Coast Guard for a decade and later ran his own one-man appliance repair business, earning a reputation for honesty, skill, and dedication. Pete was a longtime parishioner and usher at St. Francis Cabrini Church, where his steady presence and warm smile welcomed cou ...
Mary Anne Gordon Roberts JUL 16, 1942 - APR 14, 2025
Mary Anne Gordon Roberts passed away peacefully on April 14, 2025. She enjoyed visits from her adoring family prior to her passing, and her spirit and courage will live on in the hearts of all who knew her. Mary Anne was born on July 16, 1942, in Washington, D.C., to Bartley Patrick Gordon, a dedicated State Department official, and Mabel Evelyn Money Gordon. Her early years were marked by adventure as she traveled the world with her parents, living in Greece, the Netherlands, England, and Germany. She graduated high school in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and like her parents, developed a remar ...
Patricia Ann Bowling - APR 14, 2025
Patricia Ann Bowling, 54, passed away Monday, April 14, 2025, in Savannah, GA. She was born February 21, 1971, in Dayton, Ohio. Patricia graduated from Carlisle High School in Springboro, Ohio, and then went on to work for Sure Care Medical Center. She moved to Savannah in 1990, where she worked for SunTrust Bank on Wilmington Island, and later started her own home cleaning business. She was preceded in death by her father, Harold Bowling. Surviving are her daughter and son-in-law, Katie and Josh Dupont of Guyton, GA, her son Casey Swauger (Lauren), three grand ...
Nancy Gallup White AUG 28, 1936 - APR 14, 2025
Nancy Gallup White, 88, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2025 in Savannah, Georgia. She was born Nancy Crawford Gallup on August 28, 1936 to Royal Kenneth and Dorothy Morrison Roane Gallup in Norfolk, Virginia. She was raised in the Portlock section of Chesapeake in a home built on her great-grandfather’s former farm, Edgewood. Nancy attended Portlock High School and graduated from South Norfolk High School. A single mother of four following her divorce in 1964, she moved with her daughters to the Indian River section of Chesapeake upon her marriage to John Earle “Jack” Wh ...
Frederic Elliot Newman APR 06, 1942 - APR 13, 2025
Frederic Elliot Newman, 83, Market Research Executive and Lifelong Film Enthusiast, Dies Frederic Elliot Newman, a warmhearted and discerning mind in the world of market research, and a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, died April 13, 2025, at the age of 83. Known for his genuine warmth and infectious love of classic and international cinema, Fred was a man whose passions ran deep—from the silver screen to the golf course to the beloved Brooklyn Dodgers, whose move to Los Angeles never shook his loyalty. Born in New York] in 1942, Fred had a distinguished career in ...
Jennifer Michelle Orr SEP 16, 1978 - APR 12, 2025
Jennifer Michelle Orr, 46, passed away Saturday, April 12, 2025 at St. Joseph's Hospital. A Memorial Service to celebrate her life will be held Friday, April 25, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at Fox & Weeks, Hodgson Chapel. A full obituary will be posted soon. ...
John Joseph Peebles FEB 04, 1965 - APR 12, 2025
John Joseph Peebles was born on February 4, 1965, in Erie, PA, in the middle of a lake-effect snowstorm—a fitting start for someone who would weather life’s ups and downs with resilience and heart. After a divorce, John moved to Savannah, GA, in 1989, where he met the love of his life, Lorretta, at Tim’s Billiards and Burgers. They built a beautiful life together, sharing 31 years of marriage filled with love, laughter, and unwavering devotion. John was the son of Virginia B. Peebles and the late John T. Peebles (2015). He was also blessed with a loving stepmother, Shir ...
George Herbert "Herbie" Griffin JAN 16, 1922 - APR 09, 2025
George Herbert (Herbie) Griffin died April 9, 2025, at the age of 103. He was born January 16, 1922, in Savannah, Georgia. His parents were George Herbert Griffin Sr. and Lorraine Sessoms Griffin. He was preceded in death by his wife of forty-nine years, Noreen O’Brien Griffin and his son, James Patrick Griffin. He graduated from Benedictine Military School in 1938 as an honor graduate. At the time of his passing, Herbie was the oldest living Benedictine graduate. He attended Armstrong College and graduated in 1942. At Armstrong, he was editor of the yearbook, “Geechee,” a ...
James Landrum Melton "Jim" OCT 06, 1940 - APR 09, 2025
James Landrum Melton "Jim", a devoted husband and father, passed away at his home in Savannah, Georgia, on April 9th at the age of 84, surrounded by his family. He was born October 6th 1940 in Atlanta, Georgia. Jim graduated from Bass High School in 1958. He attended Georgia Institute of Technology before transferring to Georgia State University where he was number one on the golf team and earned his Bachelor's degree in Business in 1964. Jim served in the Army National Guard from 1965 to 1970. He was a member of Skidaway Island Presbyterian Church. Jim ...
Rebecca M. Rowes MAY 30, 1951 - APR 08, 2025
Rebecca “Becky” Rowes peacefully transitioned from this life on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. after a brief illness. She was born on May 30, 1951, in Lima, Ohio, to the late Merlin Eugene Rowe and Gerdie L. Owens. Becky graduated from Indiana Business College and built a long and dedicated career in retail, customer service, and food service across Ohio and California before eventually calling Savannah, Georgia, home. After 20 years in executive administration and student services, she retired from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). Her loving, generous, and g ...
Robert "Bob" Pounder MAR 11, 1936 - APR 07, 2025
Bob passed away Monday, April 7, 2025, He was born March 11, 1936, in Savannah, Georgia, son of the late Dennis J. and Helen Dennard Pounder. He was preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Elizabeth Brown Pounder, and his brother, Lt. Colonel Dennis J. Pounder, Jr., and a sister-in-law, Martha White Pounder. Bob attended Blessed Sacrament School and graduated from Benedictine Military School in 1954. Bob graduated from the Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina in 1958, with a degree in business administration. He served six years in the Army National Guard and artillery training at Ft. Sill ...
Ernest Earl Mitchell MAR 23, 1935 - APR 07, 2025
TO VIEW LIVESTREAMING OF THE MEMORIAL SERVICE, GO TO IPCSAV.ORG AND CLICK ON LIVESTREAM. Ernest Earl Mitchell, 90, passed away peacefully Monday, April 7, 2025, in the comfort of his home. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was an avid reader and enjoyed many genres. He loved gardening, working in his yard, dancing with his bride, designing flower arrangements, and spending time with his friends and family. Ernest would say that his greatest legacy is his family. He was known by his six grandchild ...
Joseph Samuel (Sam) Espy, Jr. AUG 19, 1943 - APR 07, 2025
Joseph Samuel Espy Jr., affectionately known as Sam, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on August 19, 1943, in Savannah, Georgia, he was the son of Joseph Samuel and Marjorie Helveson Espy. Sam spent his early years in Savannah and attended several local schools, including The Pape School, Charles Ellis, and Savannah Country Day. He also attended Asheville School before completing high school at The Gow School in South Wales, New York, where he made lifelong friends and thrived playing football, soccer, and golf, and learning to ski. He returned to Georgia and e ...
Wayne Black FEB 01, 1946 - APR 05, 2025
Wayne King Black, 79, was born in Savannah, Georgia, on February 1, 1946, and passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025. He grew up in the close-knit community of Thunderbolt, Georgia, where his lifelong love for the water began. Wayne proudly served his country as a paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne Division. After his military service, he became a skilled and respected IBEW Local Union 508 member. He later shared his knowledge and passion by teaching at the Vocational Technical School in Savannah. He retired as a port captain with Star Shipping. Beyond work, Wayne loved coaching little leagu ...
Beverly Carter Baldwin - APR 04, 2025
Beverly Carter Baldwin went to be with the Lord, on Friday, April 4. She was at peace with her loving family present. Beverly was 86 years old and lived a strong wonderful Christian life. Beverly was born in the Philippine Islands where her father, a career Naval Officer, served prior to WWII. She and her mother moved to Washington, DC before the war began. Beverly graduated from Mt. Vernon Seminary and Jr. College and later she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Communications from the University of Connecticut. In 1958 she married Max Baldwin. They have three wonderfu ...
Shirley Ann Ulmer - APR 03, 2025
Shirley Ann Ulmer, 78, peacefully went to heaven on Thursday, April 3, 2025, after a brief illness at Memorial Health University Medical Center, in Savannah, GA. She was born on October 16, 1946, and was the cherished child of Bill and Louise Ulmer. She was a lifelong resident of Savannah. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Louise Ulmer, and special friends Ed and Dorothy Waters and many other friends and family. After the death of her parents, Shirley had a large circle of “framily” that supported her to live a full, self-determined life ...
Lisa Pullum SEP 27, 1954 - APR 02, 2025
Lisa LaVerne Price Pullum went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. She was born in Columbia, South Carolina, on September 27, 1954 to beloved parents Bobby and LaVerne Price. Lisa grew up in Savannah, Georgia, where she attended Groves High School and lived there most of her life. At the time of her son Jason’s birth, Lisa was living in Natchitoches, Louisisanna. She spent her last months residing in Chesapeake, Virginia, where she was close to her son and grandson. Lisa served as caregiver to maternal grandmother, Mary Grace Lucas and mother, LaVerne ...
Joseph Perrin Richey JUN 04, 1952 - APR 02, 2025
With deep sorrow and heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of Joseph Perrin Richey, on April 2, 2025, with his wife and children by his side. Joe was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, whose unexpected loss has left a void in the hearts of all who loved and knew him. Joe was born in Columbia, SC on June 4, 1952. He graduated from H.V. Jenkins High School in 1970, and attended Armstrong State College. In 1972, Joe married his high school sweetheart, Bunnie Wheeler. In 1988, they acquired Johnson Lighting Fixture Company, and wor ...
David Bruce Bennett DEC 27, 1951 - APR 01, 2025
David Bruce Bennett, 73, of Midway died peacefully on April 1, 2025 at his home. David was born on December 27, 1951 in Exeter, NH and was the son of Bruce and Cecile (LaBrecque) Bennett. David grew up in Newfields, NH and attended Exeter High School. He joined the United States Marine Corp at the age of 17, and served faithfully and with honors for just over 20 years. He was an expert marksmen and served during both war time and peace. He rose through the ranks and retired as a Master Sergeant. David spent his free time fishing, riding motorcycles, grilling and cooking the most ...
Early Wayne Bland JAN 15, 1941 - APR 01, 2025
Early Wayne Bland died peacefully in his sleep on April 1, 2025 at his beautiful home in Savannah, Ga. after a long illness. Born on January 15th, 1941 in Daisy, Georgia, he was the son of Early Wesley Bland and Dorothy Wilkinson Bland. He graduated from Reidsville High School in 1959 and went to Georgia Southern College. After graduating with a degree in History, he went to graduate school in Social Work at The University of Michigan in 1961. He married his high school sweetheart Sharon Cox from Reidsville, Ga. and together they moved to Michigan and raised their baby boy, Stephen ...
Mark Victor Christensen - MAR 31, 2025
Mark Victor Christensen, 84, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2025 in Savannah, GA surrounded by his loving family. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Mark lived a life full of creativity and innovation. Mark started his career at Stanford University as a chemist, a field that nurtured his analytical mind and problem-solving skills. His ambition and drive led him to earn his MBA at San Jose State University, which became the foundation for a successful career as the owner of Flow Technology, Inc. in Jacksonville, Florida. An avid golfer, Mark foun ...
William (Bubba) Brown OCT 14, 1940 - MAR 31, 2025
William Edward Brown, 84, peacefully passed into eternal rest at his home in Bloomingdale, GA, on Monday, March 31, 2025. Bill was born on October 14, 1940 in Albany, Georgia, son of Henry Jerry Brown and Bernadine Osborne Brown. He moved to Savannah, GA at an early age where he attended Blessed Sacrament Catholic Schools, Benedictine Military School and graduated from Savannah High School. He attended Georgia Southern University where he majored in Industrial Engineering and met his forever partner, Derita Morgan Brown. Bill was a dedicated employee and Vice President of Savann ...
Patricia Brannen AUG 14, 1945 - MAR 31, 2025
Patricia Gail Brannen, 79, a native Savannahian, passed away Monday, March 31, 2025. Born August 14, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Ferman Brannen and Lorene Driggers Brannen. A graduate of Savannah High school, she attended Ringling College of Art and Design. Gail retired after many years as the graphics director at Armstrong State College. Gail was an avid gardener and enjoyed all forms of art, especially painting and photography. A true animal lover, her home was a sanctuary for cats. Gail dedicated her life to rescuing and rehoming many cats and kittens over the years. S ...
Jackson McLeod Hightower AUG 13, 1999 - MAR 31, 2025
It is with deep sadness that the family of Jackson McLeod Hightower announces his passing. He died peacefully on March 31, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. Jackson was born in Savannah, Georgia on August 13, 1999. He was raised and schooled in Savannah before starting a career in deep water diving, welding and construction. He earned his dive certifications in Charleston, SC and worked on various projects across the country before settling in Boston. Jackson was highly regarded by his colleagues and coworkers for his diligence, reliability and professionali ...
Sister Beverly Ann Replogle NOV 22, 1929 - MAR 30, 2025
Please click here to view the Mass of Christian Burial for Sister Beverly Ann Replogle via livestream Sister Beverly Ann Replogle was born on November 22, 1929, in Washington D.C., the only child of Claude and Alice Callan Replogle. She grew up spending time in Washington and Kansas, where she enjoyed playing with her eleven cousins: “all boys,” as she frequently reminded her sister friends. She graduated from Sacred Heart Academy in Washington in 1947 and attended Mount Saint Agnes College in Baltimore, where she earned a B. A. in History before entering the community of the Si ...
William "Gene" Evans SEP 03, 1957 - MAR 30, 2025
William Eugene Evans, known as Gene to any and all he knew, of Bel Air, Maryland passed away peacefully on March 30, 2025 in Suffolk, Virginia with his daughter by his side. Gene graduated from Windsor Forest High School in 1975, then went on to spend 6 years in the United States Navy where he served as Combat System Lead Technician. Most recently, Gene worked as Senior Principal Cybersecurity Analyst for Northrop Grumman. Gene enjoyed being involved with his grandchildren and helping them learn as much as they could. He would often do this by reading to them and teaching the ...
Kathy Bizzell Penton JUN 14, 1956 - MAR 29, 2025
Kathy Bizzell Penton, age 68, of Savannah, GA, passed away on March 29, 2025. Born on June 14, 1956, Kathy was a devoted wife, sister, and friend. She worked for BellSouth for 25 years, where she became a respected manager, known for her work ethic and kind leadership. Kathy was loved for her beautiful smile, her generous spirit, and her unwavering desire to help others. Her compassion extended to many, and she made a lasting impact on those who had the privilege of knowing her. She is survived by her husband, Lonnie Penton; sisters Jacquelyn Ann Nessmith and Suzanne Marie Purvis; brothe ...