Obituaries
Jerry Isaac Getter JAN 23, 1943 - OCT 27, 2024
SAVANNAH – Jerry Isaac Getter passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 27, 2024. Jerry was born January 23, 1943, in Philadelphia, PA. He was the son of the late Isidore and Eva Getter. Jerry attended Overbrook High School in Philadelphia, PA. After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the military and served in the Armed Forces for many years. He held many jobs throughout his career ranging from window trimming to owning a restaurant, but most of his career he spent as a dedicated employee to Selectronics, a family business. Jerry was known fo ...
Barbara J. Quigley - OCT 26, 2024
Barbara J. Quigley Barbara Jean Quigley, nee Plato, died peacefully at home on October 26, 2024, surrounded by her loving family, following a two year battle with lung cancer and dementia. Barbara was born in 1943, in Glenfield, N.Y., the daughter of Stan and Helen Plato. Barbara returned to her roots in the Adirondack Mountains every year of her life, where she enjoyed an active life swimming, kayaking, and mountain biking with her family. Barbara obtained her Masters Degree in Health and Physical Education from Brockport University and Stony Brook University. She e ...
Elsa Games Beaumont DEC 17, 1931 - OCT 25, 2024
Elsa Games Beaumont passed away peacefully at her home in Savannah, Georgia, on October 25th, 2024. She was 92. Elsa was born on December 17, 1931, to Harry and Zena Games in Liverpool, England. At the age of eight, she was sent as an evacuee to Chester, England, to escape the Liverpool Blitz of World War II before being joined by her parents and permanently settling in the city. It was in Chester that she met her beloved Thomas Wilson (Tom) Beaumont Jr, who was stationed in the city as part of his service in the United States Air Force. The two were introduced on a blind date, and short ...
Edward H. Zipperer AUG 08, 1931 - OCT 24, 2024
Edward Helmey Zipperer Edward H Zipperer “Ed” or “Zip” died on October 24, 2024, after a wonderful 93-year life well lived. He was truly a local legend. He was born in Savannah on August 8, 1931 (even though his birth certificate said August 9th) to the late Hattie Mae Helmey and James Forrester Zipperer, Sr. Ed grew up farming. Since the 1920’s, the Zipperer family was part of a large truck farming cooperative that involved a significant portion of southwest Chatham County near Hwy 17 and the Historic Bamboo Farm. The Zipperers were vegetable farmers and ...
Anthony Michael Fogarty JAN 30, 1930 - OCT 22, 2024
Anthony Michael Fogarty, 94, passed away on Tuesday, October 22nd. “Tony” was born on January 30, 1930 to Thomas Joseph Fogarty, Sr. and Lucretia Coleman Fogarty. He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Martha Thompson Fogarty and his brother, Thomas Joseph Fogarty, Jr. Tony leaves behind seven children, eighteen grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren whom he showered with love throughout his life. Tony was a graduate of Benedictine Military Class of 1947 where he excelled in all sports especially Basketball, Tennis, and Swimming. He took his ...
William Anthony Torres DEC 08, 1948 - OCT 22, 2024
William Anthony Torres, 75, of Savannah, Georgia ascended to his heavenly resting place on October 22, 2024, where he has reunited with his beloved parents, Guillermo Torres and Carmen Martinez. Born in New York City, Bill was encouraged to be a model student, but found his calling after he joined Ko-Rec-Type in Brooklyn, New York. Bill was a consummate salesman, with the charisma, charm, and genuine care for one's customers that are hallmarks of the very best. Bill spent many years in the office supply industry and eventually transitioned to the health insurance sector, where he remain ...
James A. Moore - OCT 21, 2024
James Albert Moore, 87, loving husband, father, and grandfather passed away October 21 after a long illness. A seventh generation Savannahian, James was born to Eleanor Starrs Moore and Henry Jackson Moore and resided in Savannah his entire life. He graduated from Benedictine Military Academy in 1955. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War, having served honorably during the pre-Vietnam era, and retired from Solomons Drug Company, Savannah, after 45 years of trusted service. James’ strong values were reflected in devotion to his family, generosity to numerous charities, respect for the r ...
George G. Walker JAN 11, 1949 - OCT 21, 2024
George G. Walker Jr., 75, passed away on Monday, October 21, 2024, surrounded by his family. George was born in Savannah, Georgia, to George and Irene Walker. Soon after graduating from Groves High School in 1966, he enlisted in the United States Navy, where he served his country until 1970, including a tour in Vietnam working on aircraft carriers. After his honorable discharge from the Navy and time served as a Navy Reservist, he joined the Savannah Police Department in 1972. In 1981, he married the love of his life, Belinda Kaye Crouch, of Savannah, Georgia. The couple had two children ...
Grace Eugenia Chitwood JUL 17, 1940 - OCT 21, 2024
Grace Eugenia Chitwood passed away in her family home on October 21st, 2024. Grace was born on July 17th, 1940 in Alto, Georgia to the late William Thomas Chosewood and Ethel Mae Roper Chosewood. Throughout her life, she lived in Cornelia, Calhoun, Atlanta, Carrollton, Forest Park, and Jonesboro before moving to Savannah in 2022. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Glenn Walraven; second husband, Robert Chitwood; brothers, William Thomas Chosewood Jr., Lamar “Bud” Chosewood, and Raymond Chosewood; sisters, Mildred Cleo Chosewo ...
Janet Irene Bond Goggans Chester JUN 06, 1932 - OCT 20, 2024
Janet Irene Bond Goggans Chester was born on June 6, 1932 in the small town of Greensboro, Georgia. She died peacefully surrounded by her family, October 20, 2024 in Marietta, Georgia. It was on the campus of the University of Georgia where Janet met her future husband, Major William Gary Goggans, Jr., and father of her three children. After being a widow for 13 years, Janet married the Reverend James Wheeler Chester, and they remained married until Rev. Chester’s death in 2018. Mrs. Chester was an exemplary elementary school teacher for decades who had a special place in ...
Jack Lawton Brown JUL 06, 1928 - OCT 19, 2024
Jack Lawton Brown 96, peacefully passed from this earthly existence on October 19, 2024 to join his Heavenly Father and his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He was surrounded by his loving family. Jack graduated from Marlow High School, attended Armstrong College and joined the Army early in his long life. He was raised Baptist and became a member of St. Luke UMC where he served as an usher and loved meeting with his friends for weekly Bible study. Much later in his life, he became a member of Compassion Christian Church where his love for God grew deeper and stronger. His thirst for knowledge ...
Patricia W. Hathaway JUL 03, 1936 - OCT 19, 2024
Patricia W. Hathaway, aged 88, passed away peacefully on October 19, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family, just as she had been throughout her life. Born on July 3, 1936, in Jesup, Georgia, Patricia was a devoted mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother who cherished her family above all else. Her warmth and unwavering love left a lasting imprint on everyone she touched. She is survived by her beloved daughter, Angela Hathaway, along with her three sisters, one brother, and many nieces and nephews. Patricia’s legacy also lives on through her four grandchildren and o ...
Jack Dickson Stewart Jr. NOV 29, 1955 - OCT 19, 2024
Dickson Stewart was known to friends and even casual acquaintances as a generous and extremely funny soul. You could not stay at Dickson’s home and have a single item for your comfort missing. He stocked the cupboards with your favorite food and drinks; the bathrooms with myriad mini bottles of shampoos, soaps and lotions from his years of hotel stays for work travel. He even had a second-floor kitchenette built for the convenience of his guests so they wouldn’t have to traipse downstairs for refreshments at night. Those who experienced his bu ...
Colonel Nicholas J. Turchiano, U.S. Army Retired JAN 13, 1942 - OCT 18, 2024
Colonel Nicholas J. Turchiano, U.S. Army Retired Nicholas J. Turchiano, 82, of Savannah, Georgia went peacefully home to the Lord on Friday, October 18th, 2024 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. He is survived by his beloved wife of 41 years, Jean Turchiano; his daughter Elena Wright Turchiano; son Christopher Turchiano (DeAna); son Thomas Hoover; son Christopher Hoover (Kristen); brother Peter Turchiano; grandchildren Amanda (Brad), Kaley (Bill), Laura, Evan, Dylan, Chloe, Christopher Jr., Cayden, Skylar, Ryder, Jenna, and Meadow; Great grandchildren Avah Grace, Maddie Fai ...
Irene Matthews Lester SEP 23, 1935 - OCT 15, 2024
Irene Matthews Lester, age 89, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2024, at Azalealand Nursing Home surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 23, 1935, in Chicago, IL. Irene grew up with a love for learning, which carried through her life. She graduated from college at age 20 and began her career in education teaching in the Chicago public school system. Later in life, she returned to college for her master’s degrees in special education and counseling. A devoted Mother and educator, she was known for her warmth, kindness, patience, and dedication to young ...
Kenneth John Bowker OCT 29, 1965 - OCT 12, 2024
Kenneth John Bowker, 58, passed unexpectedly at home on Saturday, October 12, 2024. Kenneth was born in Furth, Germany, to Gertrude (Molle) and Phillip Bowker (US Air Force). Even though the family had many duty stations, Illinois was always home. Kenneth joined the US Army in 1983, serving in The Gulf War (1990) and Bosnia (1996). In 1993, Kenneth married Jacqueline Ellis of Columbia, South Carolina. They had two children together along with Kenneth's two older children. Kenneth was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who will be greatly missed. In addition to his wi ...
Raja AL"uqdah NOV 13, 1964 - OCT 12, 2024
Raja Al-Uqdah 59, born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, by way of Carolina, Puerto Rico; she passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 12, 2024, following a long battle with illness. Born on November 13, 1964, she was the beloved daughter of Rufino and Lydia Andino. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother Antonio Andino and her sister Nancy Figueroa. Raja graduated from Medgar Evers College with a bachelor's degree in childhood education and continued her pursuit of knowledge by earning a master's degree in social work from Walden University. Raja was ...
Helen "Sandy" Becker Lance JAN 25, 1932 - OCT 09, 2024
Helen "Sandy" Becker Lance, 92, went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 9, 2024. She was born and raised in Savannah, Georgia and was known to her family and friends as "Sandy" a nickname her soon to be husband, Paul, gave her. They were married for 67 years. Paul served in the United States Air Force for 23 years. Being an Air Force wife Sandy traveled with her family to other countries and states before returning to Savannah with her husband and son Mike. Paul and Sandy built a cabin in the mountains of Brevard, North Carolina, Paul's home town, and spent ...
Helen Becker Lance JAN 25, 1932 - OCT 09, 2024
Helen "Sandy" Becker Lance, 92, went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 9, 2024. She was born and raised in Savannah, Georgia and was known to her family and friends as "Sandy" a nickname her soon to be husband, Paul, gave her. They were married for 67 years. Paul served in the United States Air Force for 23 years. Being an Air Force wife Sandy traveled with her family to other countries and states before returning to Savannah with her husband and son Mike. Paul and Sandy built a cabin in the mountains of Brevard, North Carolina, Paul's home town, and spent ...
Margaret Barnett Johnson MAY 22, 1929 - OCT 07, 2024
Margaret Barnett Johnson died peacefully, in her sleep, at her family home on Isle of Hope on October 7, 2024 . Peggy was born in Birmingham, Alabama on May 22, 1929 , the first child of James Leary Barnett and Margaret Mather Barnett. She was a true Southern lady with effortless manners, timeless beauty, and genuine charm. She embraced both an appreciation for the finer things and a down to earth perspective reflecting her young life during the Great Depression. After attending Mary Baldwin College she moved back to Savannah when she was 20 years old, and married ...
Scott Andrew Kimball NOV 06, 1963 - OCT 07, 2024
Scott Andrew Kimball, Retired Islands Fire Department Deputy Chief (60) of Savannah, Georgia, and husband of the late SheyLa Kimball, passed away peacefully at home on Monday morning, October 7, 2024. Born in Dallas, Texas, Scott was the youngest son of Barbara A. Kimball and the late Terry M. Kimball. Scott was a graduate of Sol. C. Johnson High School, c/o 83, Scott was a member of The St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee and the Georgia Public Safety Fire Investigator’s Association. He dedicated his life to serving others, retiring as a Deputy Chief after 35 years in the fire s ...
Robert Murphy JUL 22, 1926 - OCT 06, 2024
Robert Murphy of Savannah, GA passed away peacefully at his home under hospice care on October 6 surrounded by family and friends. Bob was born in New Bedford, MA on July 22,1926. After graduating from Coyle High School, he joined the Army Air Force with the intention of becoming a pilot. World War II ended and Bob’s plans changed. He entered Providence College, graduating in 1949 with a degree in Business Management. While attending college, he married Clio (Pat) E. Lupo. After college, Bob worked in sales at Narragansett Brewing Company in Cranston, RI. His success at Narraganset ...
Arthur Michael Burke III APR 01, 1954 - OCT 06, 2024
Savannah native Michael Burke passed away unexpectedly on October 6, 2024, at age 70. Born and raised in downtown Savannah and Tybee Island, he was a 1972 graduate of Benedictine Military School and completed a degree in Biology at Armstrong State University. While trained in Science, Michael’s real love was Music, and he toured for many years with local bands, playing base guitar and songwriting. As a young man, he enjoyed surfing and bicycling at Tybee. He was a regular fixture in later years walking downtown Savannah greeting and talking with tourists. ...
Alice L. Monson MAR 01, 1926 - OCT 05, 2024
Alice L. Monson (nee Larsen), beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, passed away peacefully on October 5th at age 98 after enjoying a rich life. Alice was born on March 1,1926 in Cass County Iowa to Joseph and Evelyn Larsen. She was predeceased by her parents, husband Elmer, brother Dale and sisters Vallie and Bonnie. She is survived by her sons Mark and Paul, grandsons William and Matthew, daughters-in-law Mary Monson and Joy Fulton and many nieces and nephews. Alice was trained as a nurse at the Immanuel Hospital School of Nursing in Omah ...
Jackie Warnock Moore SEP 05, 1947 - OCT 05, 2024
In loving memory of Jackie Warnock Moore September 5, 1947 – October 5, 2024 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jackie Moore, who left us peacefully on October 5th, at the age of 77. She was a lifelong resident of Savannah. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend. She will be remembered for her kindness, generosity, and unwavering love for those around her. Born on September 5, 1947, Jackie spent her life nurturing and supporting her family. She had a great love for God, family and friends and she shared that jo ...
Joseph P. Brennan - OCT 05, 2024
Joseph Patrick Brennan, Sr. was born October 15, 1946, to the late John Michael and Virginia Clancy Brennan. He was one of 6 children. He attended Blessed Sacrament School and Benedictine Military School. After high school, he attended Spring Hill College where he attended his first keg party twenty minutes after being dropped off by his parents. After college, he joined the United States Air Force and was commissioned a Second Lieutenant in 1969. He promptly married the love of his life, Janet Joyce Brennan, and moved to Taipei, Taiwan to join the Vietnam War and start their family. Their ...
Evelyn Clara White McCarthy - OCT 05, 2024
Evelyn Clara White McCarthy, 79, passed away Saturday, October 5, 2024. Her funeral and burial will take place in Holly, Michigan. Dyer Funeral Home of Holly, Michigan will be in assisting the family with her servcie in Michigan. ...
Ernest Tiedemann JAN 06, 1950 - OCT 05, 2024
Ernest Leon Tiedemann, 74, of Talahi Island, retired after 40 years of service to the Savannah-Chatham Board of Education, died Saturday, October 5th, 2024, at home, after a nine month, courageous, battle with cancer. He was born in Washington, D.C. on the 6th of January, 1950, to Ernest Sigfried Tiedemann and Margaret Ackermann Tiedemann. Ernest grew up in Savannah and spent the last 22 years in his beloved Richmond Hill, Georgia. He recently moved back to Talahi Island in Savannah. He graduated from Georgia Southern University and later earned his doctorate from Nova University. He ...
Glenn William Cole, Jr. (Bill) - OCT 05, 2024
Glenn William Cole Jr. (“Bill”), Savannah GA Bill Cole, age 78, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at Hospice Savannah. Bill is survived by his loving wife Patrice and their three children (Peggy, Glenn III and Ann), his brother Alan Cole (Marie), and his sister, Dorothy Thomas (Jeff). Bill was preceded in death by his brother Eric Cole. One of four children, Bill was born on April 24, 1946, in Cleveland OH to Glenn William Cole, Sr. and Sibyl Jean (Olsen) Cole. Bill and his family spent most of his childhood in Florida where he developed a lifelong passion for ...
Mr. Dana Stevens Oliver JAN 22, 1942 - OCT 04, 2024
Mr. Dana Stevens Oliver passed away peacefully on October 4, 2024. Dana was born January 22, 1942 at Telfair Hospital in Savannah, Georgia. He was a descendent of a prominent old Savannah family. He is preceded in death by his father, Lt. Colonel, Francis McDonald Oliver, Jr., a hero of WWII killed in action while in France, his mother, Corinne Stevens Oliver Johnson, stepfather Colonel Victor L. Johnson, Jr., and brothers, Francis McDonald (Mac) Oliver III and Victor L. Johnson III. Surviving are his loving wife of 59 years Linda Young Oliver, sons Dana Stevens Oliver, Jr. and his wife Elizab ...