Obituaries
James F. Morrison MAR 13, 1934 - APR 19, 2026
James Francis Morrison passed away on April 19, 2026, after a brief illness. He was born March 13, 1934, in Statesboro, Georgia the son of James Clarence Morrison and Sibyl Wilson Morrison. After growing up in Hinesville, Georgia he attended North Georgia College where he earned a degree in Business Administration and received a commission in the United States Army. He then served in the 24th Infantry Division in Korea. Following his military service, he was a career civil servant at Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield for forty-one years. A longtime member of Windsor Forest Baptist Church h ...
Alexandra (Andra) Bowers APR 30, 1947 - APR 19, 2026
Alexandra “Andra” Bowers passed away peacefully on Sunday April 19, 2026. She was born April 30, 1947 to George Franklin Bowers and Alice Foster Bowers in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Andra lived a life defined by curiosity, independence, and a deep appreciation for the world around her. Though she had no immediate family, she built a life rich in experiences, connections, and quiet impact. After graduating from University School of Milwaukee, she moved to Virginia before moving south in search of warmth and coastal living. She first made her home in Charleston, South Carolin ...
Dustin Shayne Stewart JUN 20, 1972 - APR 19, 2026
Dustin Shayne Stewart, 53, of Palm Coast, Florida, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2026. A visitation will begin at 12:00p.m. today (Friday), May 8, 2026, followed by a 1:00p.m. Memorial Service with Rev. Billy Miller officiating. ...
Wesleigh Perkins Shellman NOV 01, 1924 - APR 16, 2026
Wesleigh Perkins Shellman, age 101, widow of Frederick Reese Shellman, died Thursday, April 16, 2026. Born in Sylvania, Georgia, she was the only child of Weslie Brown Perkins and Mose Perkins of Perkins, Georgia. After graduating with Honors from Sylvania High School, she attended Armstrong Junior College (now Georgia Southern University) in Savannah. Following World War II she married Savannah, native Frederick Reese Shellman. His passing parted them after 54 years of marriage. Wesleigh loved summers at the beach on Tybee Island and the joys of travel. In 2004 she embarked on a different ad ...
Deborah Baumgartner JAN 15, 1955 - APR 15, 2026
Deborah Baumgartner, 71, of Savannah, passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2026. She was born January 15, 1955, in Kansas City, Missouri, daughter of the late Argyl Stutler and Bernice Cockecham Stutler. Survivors include her husband of 49 years, Paul Wisdom Baumgartner, and a nephew, Kevin Stutler. She was preceded in death by her son William Joel Baumgartner. A visitation will be held on Friday, April 24, 2026, at Fox & Weeks Hodgson Chapel from 6:00p.m. until 8:00p.m. The memorial service will be at 2:00p.m., Saturday, 2026, at Fox & Weeks Hodgson Chapel with The Reverend James Nipper ...
William Thomas Hudson DEC 02, 1941 - APR 15, 2026
William Thomas Hudson was born in Jacksonville, Florida, on December 2, 1941 and passed away on April 15 in Tybee Island, Georgia. The son of Thomas Ruel Hudson and Jane Jones Hudson, he was the eldest of two children. Tom graduated from Lyons High school in 1959 and was an Eagle Scout. He attended Columbia Prep School in Washington, DC. From there, he joined the Air Force and went on to serve his country in the Vietnam War. He was a decorated veteran and received a Purple Heart while in service. After his tours of duty, he graduated from the University of Georgia in June of 1968 and went on ...
Ronald S. Franch JAN 06, 1970 - APR 13, 2026
Ronald Steven Franch, known as Ronnie or Ron to the people lucky enough to call him family and friend passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026, at Candler Hospital, surrounded by the people he loved most. He was born January 6, 1970, in Melrose Park, Illinois, to Rinaldo and Mary Frances Franch, and in the 56 years that followed, he made a quiet but lasting mark on everyone he met. Ronnie grew up on Talahi Island, where the marshes, riverbanks, and open water were his playground. He spent his childhood fishing and combing the riverbanks for old artifacts, a hobby that he loved, never in a hurry, ...
Kevin Thomas Jiran MAR 24, 1979 - APR 13, 2026
Kevin Thomas Jiran, 47, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026, at Memorial Health University Medical Center. Kevin was born on March 24, 1979, in Savannah to Michael Joseph Jiran and Frances McKenzie Cargill. He was a lifelong resident of Savannah and a 1997 graduate of Sol C. Johnson High School. He later attended Armstrong State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics. Kevin worked with Joyner Electric. In his spare time, he loved reading the Bible, learning about conspiracy theories, studying math equations, drawing, and watching his favorite ...
Dorothy Porter Harper - APR 12, 2026
Dorothy Porter Harper, beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, and gracious Southern Lady, passed in to Glory on April 12, 2026, after a short illness at 98 years young. She was born in the village of Taylor’s Creek, Georgia where she and her family lived until it became what is now Ft. Stewart. Her family moved to Hinesville, Georgia in 1940. She graduated from Bradwell Institute and then attended Andrew College. While at Andrew, she was the class president one year and voted “Miss Personality” another year. After graduation she returned to Hinesville and taught at the e ...
Chloë Lawing Dekle AUG 04, 1943 - APR 09, 2026
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Chloë Lawing Dekle, née Chloë Gibson Lawing, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, died April 9, 2026, after a long illness. Chloë was one of Savannah’s first female stockbrokers. Through her intelligence, integrity, energy and business acumen, she became one of the city’s most successful brokers after a 40-year career. Before her career at Merrill Lynch, she taught English in the Savannah public school system for twelve years, where her passion for teaching was coupled with an intense engagement with her students. Chloë was born in Savannah, Georgia, t ...
Timothy Lindgren FEB 04, 1947 - APR 09, 2026
TIMOTHY JOHN LINDGREN February 4, 1947 – April 9, 2026 Timothy John Lindgren passed away on April 9, 2026, in Savannah, Georgia, with his family by his side. Known to his friends as “TL” and affectionately to his grandchildren as “T,” Tim lived life fully for 79 years. He was born on February 4, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois, to David and Edythmay Lindgren. Tim is survived by his wife Frances Lindgren, his daughter Jennifer (Christiaan) Bovard, son Kyle (Erica) Lindgren, son Ryan (Katherine) Lindgren, and his three beautiful granddaughters, Remy, Ber ...
James (Jim) Meyers King APR 19, 1945 - APR 08, 2026
James “Jim” Meyers King passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on April 8, 2026, in Savannah, Georgia. He was born on April 19, 1945, to the late Rosalie Von Glahn Meyers King and Major James King. A lifelong resident and proud native of Savannah, Georgia, Jim lived a life deeply connected to his community and was a true Southern gentleman, known for his social nature, easy conversation, and the genuine way he made people feel welcome as he never met a stranger. A graduate of Herschel V. Jenkins High School, Class of 1963, Jim went on to attend Armstrong State College, wh ...
Marshall Eugene (Buzz) Tuck FEB 05, 1951 - APR 07, 2026
Marshall Eugene (Buzz) Tuck, a devoted husband, father, veteran, and friend to many, passed away on April 7, 2026 after a short unexpected illness. Born in Loudon, Tennessee, Marshall was one of six children and carried with him a deep sense of family, loyalty, and humor throughout his life. Marshall proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps, both on active duty and in the reserves. It was during his time at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, that he met the love of his life, Linda. Married August 9, 1975, their partnership of over 50 years was built on love, laughter, an ...
Bernadette Mary Karr JUN 26, 1953 - APR 07, 2026
Bernadette Karr, age 72, of Chicago (West Beverly), Illinois, passed away, Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Savannah, Georgia. Bernadette was born on June 26, 1953 to the late Joseph Karr and Anne Marguerite Stirpakus Karr and lived in Illinois most of her life. She graduated in 1971 from the Academy of Our Lady (Longwood). She student taught special education at Stagg high school in Palos Hills , Illinois until she went on to further her education, recieving her bachelors degree in English from Trinity Christian College at the age of 50. She taught English at Joliet W ...
Elizabeth Ann Beasley DEC 29, 1941 - APR 06, 2026
Elizabeth Ann Beasley closed her eyes for the last time on April 6, 2026. For several days, the family circled around her, keeping her as comfortable as possible in her home overlooking the Vernon River. Her son, Tony, held her hand as she peacefully drifted away from those of us who loved her. Ann was born in Charleston, S.C., and raised in Savannah, GA. She was of Catholic faith, graduating from St. Vincent’s Academy in 1959. She was employed by Union Camp for 35 years as an administrative assistant, having worked in both the maintenance and engineering departments. During her ...
Sydney Brooks Stevens FEB 08, 1955 - APR 06, 2026
Sydney B. Stevens, age 71, of Savannah, passed away Monday, April 6, 2026, at her daughter's home under the care of Hospice Savannah after an extended illness. She was born in Findlay, Ohio on February 8, 1955, to the late F. Brooks Thomas and the late Janice Hopps Thomas. Sydney graduated from Findlay High School in 1973, and she went on to receive a bachelor's degree from Notre Dame. She worked for thirty plus years in bookkeeping, working with Market South Management for nineteen years. In her spare time, she enjoyed to crochet, she was an avid Notre Dame fan and doing anything to m ...
Mary Barry Edgerly Pitts OCT 08, 1952 - APR 05, 2026
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Mary Barry Edgerly Pitts, 73, died peacefully surrounded by family on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026. Mary was born in Savannah. She worked for the City of Tybee Island in the meter department before moving on to the Tybee Police Department. She later pursued a career as a Legal Assistant/Paralegal for several local attorneys. A lifelong communicant of St. Michael’s Catholic Church, she was instrumental in developing guidelines for the use of GCIC (Georgia Crime Information Center) terminals, which remain in effect today. Mary also volunteered for the Annual Irish Festival. She loved ...
Joseph John Frederick Harper JUL 27, 1940 - APR 05, 2026
Joseph John Frederick Harper born July 27, 1940, passed peacefully April 5, 2026 at St. Joseph’s Hospital with loving family by his side. He was married for 53 wonderful years to the late Linda Pelli Harper. Affectionately known as "Sonny" by family and friends, the early years of his life were spent at the Brown Farm (current day Mayfair) before his father built their family home just off of Hayners Creek. Sonny attended Sacred Heart School, Benedictine Military School, and graduated from Armstrong State College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History. He served his count ...
Dr. William G. Sutlive, II JUN 17, 1930 - APR 05, 2026
Dr. William Greene Sutlive, II, 95, longtime Savannah OBGYN, passed away Sunday, April 5, 2026, at his home in Savannah. He was born June 17, 1930, in Blackshear, GA, son of the late William Kirkland Sutlive and Kathleen Sutlive. Dr. Sutlive attended Benedictine Military School, the University of Georgia, and Augusta Medical College. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, a member of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church and the Savannah Yacht Club. He enjoyed taking family and friends out on his yacht. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death b ...
JoAnn P. Bossler - APR 04, 2026
JoAnn Pauline Bossler, (nee Loader), 75, of Savannah, GA, formerly of Washington, MO, passed away Saturday, April 4, 2026. She was born on April 18, 1950, only child of Orlin and Helen Loader (nee Eversgerd). A graduate of Belleville Area College, she earned her B.S. and Master’s degrees from Maryville University, St. Louis. JoAnn taught science at St. Gertrude School in Krakow, MO for 34 years, receiving the St. Louis Archdiocese Distinguished Teacher Award. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, Cardinal Baseball, travel, and a quiet evening at ...
Susan E. Harvey AUG 04, 1943 - APR 04, 2026
Susan Elaine Kikkert Harvey, 82, passed away Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Memorial Health in Savannah. She was born on August 4, 1943, in Passaic, New Jersey to the late Cornelius and Marie Zeim Kikkert. She graduated from Belleville High School, Belleville, NJ in 1961, and received her A.A. degree from Oakland Community College (now University), and her B.A. from the University of Rhode Island, 1992. At a young age, Susan worked for the F.B.I. in Newark, N.J., and later was a Librarian for over 20 years at Jamestown Philomenian Library in Jamestown, RI, but her favorite job of all was be ...
Mary Sue Littlewood Roe SEP 30, 1932 - APR 02, 2026
Mary Sue Littlewood Roe September 30, 1932, Lansing, North Carolina – April 2, 2026, Savannah, Georgia Mary Sue Littlewood was born on September 30, 1932 to the late John Littlewood and Ennis Miller Littlewood in Lansing, North Carolina. Her grandparents were the late Herbert and Hannah Haigh Littlewood, and Luther and Mae Cook Miller. Sue graduated from Lansing High School in 1949, and was the first member of her family to attend college, graduating from Flora McDonald College with a double major in Biology and Christian Education in 1953, along with a master&rsqu ...
Carrie Lynette Barone AUG 30, 1977 - APR 02, 2026
Carrie "Care Bear" Lynnette Barone, age 48, of Savannah, passed away Thursday, April 2, 2026, at Candler Hospital in Savannah after an extended illness. Carrie was born on August 30, 1977, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to William Franz and Madonna Perran Rasper. She was a 1995 graduate of White-Water High School. After graduating high school, she joined the United States Army where she obtained the rank of Sergeant. Carrie later went on to obtain an associate's degree from Milwaukee Career College and worked as a medical assistant for Dr. Ghandi's office. She loved going shopping, ...
Michael James Chaplin SEP 19, 1943 - APR 01, 2026
Michael James Chaplin (1943 - 2026) was one of Britain’s most renowned artists, working primarily in the media of Intaglio Printmaking, Watercolour and Oils. Born on September 19 in Little Barford, Bedfordshire, England, he studied at Watford School of Art (National Diploma of Design) and Brighton School of Art (Postgraduate Qualification in Printmaking). He knew from the age of 12 that he would devote his life to becoming a professional artist, teaching Art at St Albans Boy’s Grammar School, Maidstone College of Art, and as Senior Art Lecturer at Kingston Polytechnic to support ...
Jeffrey Russell Dean NOV 12, 1968 - APR 01, 2026
Jeffrey Russell Dean, age 57, of Savannah, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at his residence. He was born on November 23, 1968, in Maryland to Phillip Dean and Martha Hineman Dean. Jeff grew up in Monrovia, Maryland, where he graduated Lingamore High School in 1986. He later received a bachelor's degree from University of Maryland. Jeff worked for several years assisting Paul Shealy DVM in surgery, he was his left-hand man. Jeff never, even thru his battle with cancer, never lost his ability to be kind and compassionate to all in the human and animal world. His sense of h ...
Carol Ann Schmidt DEC 27, 1942 - APR 01, 2026
Carol Ann Schmidt passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026 in her home in Savannah, Georgia. The daughter of George and Victoria Abraham, Carol was born in Providence, Rhode Island on December 27, 1942. She spent most of her childhood and young adult life in southern California where she graduated from UCLA, became a teacher, and met and married her future husband, Ronald Schmidt (US Army Col. Ret./Dec.) in 1965. She moved on from California in the mid 1960’s and travelled and lived around the United States and Europe with her husband and two sons as a teacher, social worke ...
William Charles "Will" Hutson JUN 05, 1974 - MAR 31, 2026
William Charles Hutson, 51, of Brunswick GA, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on March 31, 2026, after a short illness. Will was born on June 5, 1974, in Savannah, GA. He would spend all of his formative years in his hometown and graduated from Jenkins High School in 1993. Afterwards, Will joined the U.S. Coast Guard and would spend over three decades in service to the U.S. government in various capacities. Will had traveled all around the country at his various stations. The U.S. Coast Guard saw him stationed in Baltimore, MD and West Palm Beach, FL. After eight year ...
Sarai Calista Marie MAY 22, 2016 - MAR 31, 2026
Sarai Calista Marie passed away in the loving arms of her mom (Tiffany) and stepdad (David) on the early morning of Tuesday, March 31, 2026, due to ongoing medical complexities caused by her Adrenal Insufficiency and Glutaric Academia Type 1. Sarai, born in Pleven, Bulgaria, was adopted by her mom (Tiffany) and Dad (Daniel) at the age of 4 years old in 2020 and became a US Citizen the day they landed back in the United States. From that day forward, she was a resident of Georgia; Savannah was her home. To know Sarai was to love Sarai. Her mom has always described Sarai as “The ...
Diane Davis King OCT 03, 1946 - MAR 31, 2026
Diane Davis King (formerly Canady), 79, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at East Georgia Regional Hospital in Statesboro, GA. She was born October 3, 1946, in Savannah to the late Willie Shep Davis and Annie Mae Mitchell. Diane graduated from Savannah High School in 1964 and later attended Armstrong State College. She worked for Savannah Foods as the Credit Manager for over 30 years. Diane attended Trinity United Methodist Church and Bible Baptist Church. Diane had a vibrant personality and a love for life that touched everyone who knew her. She was Elvis’s number one fan and neve ...
Marilyn Yvonne Cunningham Donaldson AUG 18, 1936 - MAR 30, 2026
Marilyn Yvonne Cunningham Donaldson in Savannah, Georgia, on Monday, March 30.2026. Marilyn was born August 18, 1936, in West Blocton, Alabama, the eldest child of John Jackson Cunningham and Annie Louise Moan Cunningham. Her family moved to Tucson, Arizona in 1938, where she lived until she married in 1959. Yvonne graduated from Tucson High School in 1954 and earned her Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Arizona in 1959. At the University, she was a member of Alpha Chi Omega. While modeling in a Panhellenic fashion show for her sorority, she met Phil Donaldson, one ...