Obituaries

Courtney Fetz passed away at age 65 on December 1st 2025 as a result of cancer. She is preceded in death by her husband Charles Fetz, and her parents, Ezekial Baldwin Gaines, Jr. and Courtney Knight Gaines. She is survived by her two sons Christopher and Jonathan, her sister Grace, brother Zeke, and their families.  Courtney was a generous and loving woman. She loved to laugh and tell jokes and brightened up any room she was in. Courtney made friends everywhere she went. She shared her zest for life with all who knew her. As for her dear friends and loved ones, she took care of ...

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John Francis McGinty passed away on December 1, 2024, with his wife by his side in their home in Savannah, Georgia. He was 94 years old and a devoted husband, father and friend. John was born on November 19, 1930 to parents Ottie O. and Gladys S. McGinty in Frisco City, Alabama and was the third born of their three children. After a year at THE University of Alabama, John transferred to Troy State College and graduated with a degree in education in 1952. After college he answered the call to serve in the US Army and was stationed at Ft. Jackson, South Carolina. A notable fact abo ...

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Margaret Mary DeLorme, 88, passed away peacefully at home December 1, 2024. Born in 1936 in Savannah, GA, the daughter of John Morris Cox and Margaret Kain Cox, she attended St Vincent’s Academy, Class of 1953. Graduated from Mt Saint Agnes College (now Loyola) in Baltimore MD with a degree in Medical Technology. She was a laboratory technologist at Candler Hospital. Her passion in life was playing the organ. She played a number of churches for over 60 years including, Blessed Sacrament, Hunter Army Airfield Chapel, and Nativity of our Lord Church. She wa ...

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Molly Ann Torrance, 76, died peacefully on Sunday December 1, 2024. The eldest of eight children, Molly was born in Savannah to the late Charlie and Marie Rush. She graduated from Savannah Christian Preparatory School and was a homemaker. Molly was very artistic and loved creating art with her hands. She also enjoyed Dancing. Molly was a social butterfly; she never met a stranger. She always refused a handshake and went in for a hug. In addition to her parents, Molly was predeceased by her siblings, Walter Rush, Michael Rush, and Kitty Ricks; a granddaughter, Kandace Torrance; ...

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Catherine Brown Parker It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Catherine Brown Parker, who left this world on November 30, 2024, at the age of 72. Born on March 28, 1952, in Savannah, Georgia. Catherine lived her entire life in the warmth of the community she adored. Catherine was the beloved daughter of Jack Lawton Brown and Jessie Drew Brown, both of whom preceded her in death. She carried their legacy of love, kindness, and resilience throughout her life, embodying the values they instilled in her. Catherine was not just a daughter; she was a devoted wife, a nurturing m ...

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Mrs. Barbara Spahos Barnhart entered her eternal rest surrounded by her children at Candler Hospital on Saturday morning, November 30, 2024 after a short illness. Born on March 1, 1951, in Tallahassee, Florida, Barbara and her family moved to the Savannah area, where her father operated the old Tybee Island pavilion. She and her four siblings helped their father with everything from dipping candy apples to cleaning skates when they weren’t enjoying the beach. Barbara graduated from H.V. Jenkins High School in 1969 and Draughon’s Junior College before beginning her working career at ...

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Patricia Lincoln Beasley, 83, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2024 in her home under Hospice care due to her long, suffering illness of COPD.  Pat was born on August 16, 1941 in Savannah, Ga to Annabelle Harrellson Lincoln and William Robert Lincoln. She graduated from Commercial High School in Savannah.  Pat married Isaiah Hubert Beasley on November 23, 1957 in Savannah, Ga and had two children, Anne de la Sierra (Frank) and Bo Beasley (Suzanne).  They built a life together in Savannah enjoying hunting, boating, playing cards and their annual visit to Clarks Hill Lake. S ...

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Elizabeth J. (Ingold) Berube, 80, passed away Friday, November 29, 2024 at St. Joseph’s Hospital following a short illness.  Born October 26, 1944 in Omaha, Nebraska, she served as a Foreign Service Officer with the Department of State and spent the majority of her career serving at embassies around the world.  She was preceded in death by her parents, the late Eugene and Mary Jean Ingold, her husband Anthony, and brothers Thomas and James.  She is survived by her sisters Mary Bissett and Margaret Ingold, brother John Ingold, and eight nieces and nephews.  Services ...

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Hugh Michael Mahany, 75, passed away peacefully at Piedmont Newnan Hospital on Friday November 29, 2024, surrounded by family, following a short illness. Born on February 27, 1949 in Savannah, GA, the son of Hugh Grady Mahany and Freda Matthews Mahany, he attended Cathedral Day School, Nativity School, and Benedictine Military School, Class of 1967. He graduated from The University of Georgia with a degree in Business Systems. He acquired an incredible group of friends, many of whom remained his friends for the majority of his life. In 1971, he married his best friend, Susan Jones, and move ...

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Sandra M. Heiser, 79, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Sandy was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, the oldest child of Avery, “Jack” and Mabel (Baker) Miller. Sandy attended Ohio University where she was a member of the Pi Beta Phi sorority and received her BS in Education. In 1966, Sandy married her high school sweetheart, William, “Bill” Heiser in Madeira. Sandy was a teacher for over 20 years and after moving to Savannah in 1998, continued to work with teachers in the area. She also volunteered with the Make A Wish ...

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Louise Mary Jefferson was born in the historic Elmwood province of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (currently where the Philadelphia airport is located) on January 11, 1944 to the parents of Henry Daniel Jefferson Sr. and Mary (Wright) Jefferson. To the parents’ union birth five (5) children with four (4) males that preceded her in death, Richard A. Jefferson (Kathy), Henry D. Jefferson Jr. (Anne), Thomas E. Jefferson, Nathaniel J. Jefferson (Patricia) Louise was educated in Philadelphia where she graduated from John Bartrum High School. She joined St. Paul A.M.E. 86th and Bertram April 19 ...

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Evelyn Patricia Zyne Vaughn, 76, passed away peacefully Sunday November 24, 2024, surrounded by her family and compassionate ICU nurses at Memorial Hospital.  Evelyn was born in Miami, FL to her parents, Ellis and Alice Zyne. She grew up in Miami and began her college education at the  University of Miami, later completing her studies at Armstrong College after moving to Savannah, GA in the early 1970’s.  In 1980, Evelyn met Frank (Tom) Vaughn of Aiken, SC and they were married the following year on April 10th, 1981. They shared over 40 beautiful years ...

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Anna Rataj passed away on November 24th at 12:36 pm just two months shy of her 95th birthday.  She is survived by her husband Lumir Rataj.  Her daughter Stana who gave selflessly of her time to care for Anna over the last 10 years as the aging process took hold.   Her daughters Mirka and Zuzana.  Her granddaughter Daryll, two grandchildren Genevieve and George and her son in law Shane Houlihan of Ireland. She will always be known to us as Mom.  Mom was born in Brezno, Czechoslovakia on January 24th 1930.  She was 9 years old when World War II (WW II) began ...

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Bruce Ricker Elder February 17, 1940 – November 24, 2024 A native New Englander from the Boston area until he retired, Dr. Bruce Ricker Elder found a second life in Savannah, Georgia. His activities centered around his antique cars, Freemasonry, and long-distance boating. He served as Commander of Tybee Light Power Squadron with rank of Senior Navigator, marched in St. Patrick's Day parades with the Scottish American Military Society and the Mobile Unit of Alee Shrine. A long-held dream was fulfilled in 2007 when he and his wife, Jeanne, completed the Great America Loop, a wate ...

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David John Hatlett, 56, of Savannah, Georgia, on November 24, 2024. Born October 7, 1968 in Las Vegas, Nevada, he is a beloved son, brother, and friend. David’s warmth, generosity, infectious smile and passion for life will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew him. David was a proud graduate of Windsor Forest High School, class of 1987, where he forged lasting friendships and began his lifelong journey of kindness and camaraderie. Known for his caring nature, he was the first t ...

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Roy A. Willis “Butch” 65, died peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, November 23, 2024. Butch was born in Greenville, MS, to the late Ezra Roy and Virgina Carter Willis.  He lived most of his life in Savannah and attended Windsor Forest High School. Butch owned and operated the Dew Drop Inn. Butch had many talents. He enjoyed golfing, boating, cars, bowling, and motorcycles. In addition to spending time with his family and friends, Butch’s greatest passion was building the perfect car, his 1967 Chevelle. Butch enjoyed attending bike rallies and race ...

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William "Will" Ortiz passed away on November 23, 2024, at the age of 65, in Savannah, Georgia. His battle with serious medical issues showed his courage in facing life challenges with a smile. Despite the pain, Will came out a hero and stayed strong until the end. Will is survived by his beautiful wife, Michelle Ortiz, and five daughters and one son: Rachel DeLaPeña, Denise Steed, Danielle Lane, Savannah DeCarlo, Summer Ortiz, and William Ortiz. He is also survived by his parents, siblings, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He wa ...

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Sarah Jane Neiman was born 13 Feb 1953 in Waltham, MA and moved with her parents, Eugene and Carmen, and brother Eugene, to Natick MA. Her father, a Master Sergeant in the Air Force, was soon assigned to Rhein Main AFB, Germany. The family sailed there on the Maurice Rose and after three years flew back (3 refueling stops) to the USA. After a summer with relatives In Pennsylvania, the Neiman family moved to Albrook AFB, Panama Canal Zone, from where they took occasional boat trips to visit family members in Guayama, PR. The next move came after four years. Asked where they wanted to go, Sarah ...

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Richard Maurice Carufel Sr., 84, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2024, at Memorial Health.  He was born on November 24, 1939, in Pawtucket, RI to the late Maurice Edward and Rose Keenan Carufel.  Mr. Carufel graduated from Commercial High School and was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Elizabeth McCall Carufel, and his grandson, Nathaniel Carufel. Surviving are his children, Krista C. Tompkins (Tommy) of Savannah; Carlie C. Baccus of Midway, GA; John Weatherford (Diane) of North Augusta, SC; Rich ...

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Shellia Tyre Flanagan, 71, passed away Thursday, November 21, 2024, at Candler Hospital.  She was born on September 8, 1953, in Savannah, GA to James and Margaret Wilson Tyre.  Shellia was a member of Coastal Cathedral Church of God.  She was a volunteer for Meals on Wheels and the Salvation Army.  Shellia loved to cook for her family and sew for her grandchildren.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Timothy Flanagan, and her son, James Flanagan.  Surviving is her son, Shawn Flanagan of Savannah, her daughter, Rachel Kersey ...

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Gloria Suzette Parker of Savannah, GA. Suzette, went to be with the Lord on the morning of Thursday, November 21, 2024, at home. She was a fourth generation native of Savannah, Georgia, graduating from Jenkins High School in 1970 and later attended Armstrong University with continuing studies at Boston University, MA.  Suzette was a passionate Surgical First Assistant who worked alongside some of Savannah's finest surgeons in the field of obstetrics, orthopedics, plastic surgery and vascular medicine.  She was a long-time member of Isle of Hope United Methodist Church, and ...

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It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Spencer “Tracy” Mason, who was called home to be with our Lord on November 21, 2024, at the age of 58. Spencer was a devoted father, papa, brother, and friend. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.  Tracy was born on March 16,1966, in Savannah, Ga to the late Thelma and Joseph Mason. He was the youngest of seven children. From his early childhood years, it was evident that Tracy was a free spirit, whose zest for life and love of adventure were unmatched. He lived on his own terms, embracing every oppo ...

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Jeanne G. Kirkland, 77, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on November 19, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. Jeanne was born at the Patuxent River Naval Base in 1947 and graduated from Savannah High School in 1965. She worked as a Respiratory Therapist for Candler Hospital for 29 years and then for Memorial Health University Medical Center for 19 years. She truly loved the work she did and never intended to retire. A beautiful soul and light in this world, Jeanne was an incredibly kind, thoughtful, and generous woman. The only things she ...

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George James Crawford, 62, passed away November 19, 2024, at his home in Griffin, GA.  He was born on January 18, 1962, in Savannah, GA to the late Walter Michael Crawford, Sr. and Dorothy Coleman Crawford.  George graduated from Benedictine Military School in 1980, then attended Westpoint for two years.  He also attended Armstrong State College, where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Art, and graduated as Valedictorian from SCAD in 1990 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration.  George then went on to work in the art field in several places, to include Atlanta, ...

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Paul Matthew Sereni age 75, died peacefully on Monday, November 18, 2024, at his home on Tybee Island Georgia. Paul was born in Trenton, New Jersey, the son of Leon and Dorothy (McShea) Sereni on September 22, 1949.  The couple later had another son, Joseph Sereni.  Paul was educated in the Trenton public schools and went on to receive his BS in Biology from Drexel University in Philadelphia. In 1979, Paul married the former Anne Stephenson of Wilmslow, England.  The two met in Philadelphia, where they were both living and working.  Paul became stepfather to Sophie (Gu ...

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Mary Alice Cavitt was born on February 02, 1932, in Newcomerstown, OH, to Earl Lindsey Titus and Frances Gertrude Hinds. She passed peacefully in her home at The Marshes of Skidaway Island on Sunday, November 17, 2024, age 92. Mary Alice’s small-town life in Newcomerstown was full. She was loved and respected for her many talents, service, and social life – active in the Methodist Church, participating in high school orchestra, theater, musical, singing groups, and playing trombone in the Marching Band. Mary Alice met her husband, CAPT William Miles Cavitt USN (Dec.), in Jackson ...

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Thomas Manning Horton, Jr. Thomas Manning Horton, Jr, 77, went home to be with the Lord on November 17, 2024. Tom was born on June 8, 1947, to Dr. Thomas Manning and Dorothy Sterne Horton. He grew up in Columbus, GA, graduated from Columbus High School and attended the University of Georgia, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Business and an MBA in Accounting.  Tom was a devoted father to his surviving daughters, Madison Allee Horton and Sarah Horton Noleto, and grandchild, Ethan Hackle. He is survived by his sister, Amanda Horton Dorman (Wes) of Savannah, GA; three nephews, a nie ...

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Mary Eliza Bass (Liza) was born in Charleston, SC on July 5, 1986 to Mary Cromartie Bass and Don Calvin Bass. She grew up in Savannah, Georgia on the Isle of Hope. She went to Chatham Academy and graduated from Jenkins High School. Afterwards she attended the Vocational Rehabilitation Program at Warm Springs, Georgia. While she was  at Warm Springs, she met the love of her life, Ravila (Vil) Everret Bowen.  Liza loved her cats, she loved reading and collecting books and listening to music, especially Taylor Swift.  Liza was predeceased by her father.  She leaves behin ...

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John R. "Jack" Kasun passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2024, after a multi-year struggle with dementia.  Even as his memory failed his sweet smile never did, and his basic kindness and the decency of his character shined forth through the illness. Jack, the eldest of three children of John Frank and Cecilia (Laeng) Kasun, grew up in the borough of Etna (Pittsburgh, PA), where his father worked for US Steel. Jack was the first in his family to attend college, graduating from Pennsylvania State University in 1963 after studying logistics and supply-chain transportation.&nbs ...

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Carolyn Perkins Manson died peacefully at Piedmont Hospital in Athens, GA, on November 16, 2024. Born on August 11th, 1936, in Miami, Florida, she moved with her parents to Savannah in 1937 and she proudly called Savannah her home for 75 years. Carolyn spent the last years of her life in Gainesville, GA and Bethlehem, GA. She was predeceased by her parents, Rosemary Hobbs Perkins and Clinton Perkins, sister, Rosemary Perkins Shuman and husband Marion H. Manson. Carolyn graduated from Savannah High School in January 1954. She was immediately employed by The Citizen and Southern National B ...

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