Obituaries
Dr. Michael Neal Leblang MAR 22, 1947 - JUN 30, 2024
Dr. Michael Neal Leblang died on Sunday, June 30, 2024, following a lengthy illness. He passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family. Dr. Leblang was born on March 22, 1947, in Greensboro, North Carolina, to Emanuel and Millicent Albin Leblang. A proud graduate of Grimsley Senior High School, he never missed a reunion. He earned his B.S. in Biology from Guilford College in Greensboro in 1969, then attended the prestigious Bowman Gray School of Medicine at Wake Forest University, where he earned his M.D. degree in 1973. Dr. Leblang was a distinguished practicing physici ...
Mary Niemeyer Sykes JUN 14, 1932 - JUN 29, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Niemeyer Sykes on June 29, 2024. Mary was born on June 14, 1932 in Savannah, Georgia. She was the beloved daughter of Herman and Margaret Niemeyer, originally from Germany. After moving to Savannah, Mary’s parents opened Niemeyer’s Delicatessen on Waters Ave and 48th St. That is where Mary learned her love for cooking that she passed onto her children. She attended Savannah High School and Armstrong College. In 1958, she married her husband of 55 years, Meldrim Lester Syke ...
Howard "Howie" Ernst MAR 05, 1981 - JUN 28, 2024
Howard Lewis Ernst, IV, (Howie), was born Thursday, March 5, 1981, at 8:30 a.m. and passed away on Friday evening, June 28, 2024, with all his immediate family present. He was born in Savannah, GA at Memorial Medical Center (now Memorial Health UMC). He was 43 years old. He was predeceased by his maternal grandfather, grandmother, and step-grandfather a number of years ago; by his paternal grandfather, Howard Lewis Ernst, Jr. in 1979 whom he never met; and most recently in December of 2021 by his paternal grandmother, Sarah Lanier (Sally) Ernst, with whom he shared a very close bond, ...
Roderick Harold Stripling Jr. NOV 09, 1933 - JUN 27, 2024
Roderick Harold Stripling, Jr. of Savannah, Ga, passed away on June 27, 2024 at Hospice of Savannah. He retired from Union Camp after 37 years of service and served in U.S Army for 6 years, stationed in occupied Japan. He was also a member of the Navy League. He enjoyed boating, fishing and outdoor activities. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Peggy Stripling, nephews Bob Newsome, Donald Newsome, Michael Newsome, Gary Newsome, and nieces, Candace Roberts and Cathy Brewer. He is preceded in death by his mother, Mary Stripling, father, Roderick Harold Stripling, Sr., and his two sist ...
William F. Arndt, Jr., MD, PhD - JUN 27, 2024
William Frederick Arndt, Jr., MD, PhD William Arndt, Jr. died peacefully at his home on June 27, 2024. He was predeceased by his wife of 63 years, Lorraine Kraus Arndt, his parents, Emily Vogt Arndt and William Frederick Arndt, and his sister, Carol Ann Fertman. Bill and Lorraine left three sons, William Frederic Arndt, III, Theodore Karl Arndt and Robert Christian Arndt, six grandchildren, Christopher William Arndt, Emily Elizabeth Arndt, Jocelyn Lorraine Arndt, Diana Strano Arndt Hill, Christian Spencer Arndt, and Katherine Rose Arndt, and one great grandchild, Desmond William Hill. ...
Thelma Ann Dodd NOV 23, 1939 - JUN 26, 2024
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Thelma Ann Dodd, 84, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away on June 26, 2024. Thelma was born on November 23, 1939 in Riceboro, Georgia to Isaac Henry and Lennie Knight Dodd. She graduated from Commercial High School in Savannah, Georgia. Thelma served as a legal secretary for the Kravitch Law Firm and at Union Camp/International Corporation. She married her soulmate, and the love of her life, Karl Harris, on September 11, 1985. Thelma was a long-time member of First Baptist Church in Port Wentworth, Georgia. She enjoyed traveling, and spending time with family and friends. Thelma was a metic ...
Carol Tindall Slaven JUL 10, 1942 - JUN 26, 2024
Carol passed away on June 26, 2024 in Savannah, GA. Born in 1942 to Wendell and Lois Raschke in Holyoke, Massachusetts, which was one of several places she would live throughout life growing up in a military family. She attended high school in Germany and finishing academy in London. Making memories with friends on her travels in Europe and Asia, spending summers of freedom with her life long friend in Vienna, Austria. She was a flight attendant for Northwest Airlines, where she flew internationally for several years before settling in Honolulu, HI where she started a family. Marrying into ...
Sharon Elaine Forbes Russell APR 23, 1946 - JUN 26, 2024
Sharon Elaine Forbes Russell, 78, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2024 at Hospice of Savannah with her family by her side. A lifelong resident of Savannah, Sharon was born on April 23, 1946 to the late John J. Forbes, Sr. and Loreta Sikes Forbes Felix. She attended Cathedral Day School and graduated in 1964 from St. Vincent’s Academy. After working in the Finance industry for several years, she began her career with State Farm Insurance Company as a secretary in 1973. She was later promoted to Claim Representative and retired as an Attorney Negotiator in 2008. Sharon tr ...
Fred Otto Kessler, III - JUN 26, 2024
Fred Otto Kessler III, 70, of Guyton, Georgia passed away unexpectedly at his home on June 26, 2024. Fred was born on January 16, 1954, to Dr. Fred O. Kessler, Jr. and Margaret B. Kessler at the Naval Base in Charleston, South Carolina. Raised in Savannah, he graduated from Benedictine Military School in 1973. In 1978 he married his wife, Ann, and welcomed four children together. They were married for 46 years and were blessed with seven grandchildren. For several decades, Fred had a successful parts business in the heavy-duty trucking industry in Wilson, North Carolina. After some ...
Nellie Zipperer Jones AUG 11, 1920 - JUN 24, 2024
Nellie Zipperer Jones, 103, of Savannah, passed away peacefully at her home , on June 24, 2024. She was born in Egypt, Georgia, August 11, 1920, to Anna Blanton Zipperer and Ellis Leander Zipperer. Nellie moved with her family to Savannah when she was four years old and was baptized into the congregation at First Baptist Church when she was ten years old where she was a devoted member all of her life. She taught Sunday School to all the children and enjoyed working with the youth, remembering them fondly until her death. She was preceded in death by her husband of 81 years, Wi ...
Robert Garry Walker JUL 23, 1954 - JUN 23, 2024
On June 23, 2024 Robert G. (Garry) Walker, 69 left his earthly body following a long illness. Garry was a loving husband, father, and surrogate father. Garry was born July 23, 1954, to Joseph and Helen Walker in Savannah, GA. His dad’s work led the family to Elizabeth, LA where he attended school at Elizabeth Elementary and Junior High. The family returned to Savannah when Garry was 15. He attended Mercer Middle School and graduated from Groves High School in Garden City. Garry achieved the rank of Eagle Scout in his youth and enjoyed working with Boy Scouts ...
Connie D. McHale - JUN 22, 2024
Connie D. McHale, 70, passed away Friday, June 21, 2024 at Candler Hospital. A Memorial Service is being planned and will be announced when available. ...
Catherine Turner JAN 24, 1930 - JUN 22, 2024
Catherine Lankenau Turner, 94, passed away peacefully at her home on June 22, 2024. She was born in Savannah to the late Clyde Francis Lankenau and Elizabeth Goodrich Lankenau. She graduated from Savannah High School before attending Armstrong Junior College and graduating from the University of Georgia. It was at Armstrong that she met the love of her life and husband of 57 years, the late DeLamar Turner, Jr. After spending their early years in Atlanta and then Savannah, Del and Catherine made Jekyll Island their family home. Catherine was a lifelong educator and taught for over 25 years at C ...
Jessie J. Williams, Jr. AUG 05, 1940 - JUN 22, 2024
Please click here to view Mr. Williams funeral service via livestream. Jessie J. Williams, Jr. was born on August 5, 1940 in Glennville to the late Deacon Jesse L. Williams, Sr. and Ruth K. Williams. God called him to his eternal home on Saturday, June 22, 2024 from Savannah, GA. Jessie was preceded in death by his son, Jesse J. Williams III, brother, Julius Williams and sisters, Gwendolyn Williams, Ora Lee Woods, Evine Williams and Dorothy L Williams. Jessie leaves his wife of 57 years, Charlotte Williams of Savannah, GA; three brothers, Nate Williams of Road Rockingham, VA, ...
Carolyn Mueller JUL 03, 1935 - JUN 20, 2024
Carolyn Haley Mueller, 88 years old, passed away unexpectedly on June 20, 2024. Carolyn was born in Dayton, Ohio on July 3, 1935. She attended Julienne Catholic High School and received a Bachelor's Degree from University of Dayton where she was a UD Flyerette and majored in Education. She married her college sweetheart upon graduation in 1957. She focused her education degree on her family, the beneficiaries of her love for knowledge. The family moved from Cincinnati to Dayton, Ohio in 1964, and to Pensacola FL in 1974. She spent years serving the community as a substitute teacher, school ...
Roger D. Stephens - JUN 19, 2024
Roger DeWitt Stephens, 88, died Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at Memorial Health. He was a Christian (a lifetime Baptist), and a member of Bull Street Baptist Church and the Master’s Class. He was born January 12, 1936, in Atlanta, GA, the eldest son of Benjamin H. Stephens of Atlanta and Wilma Lucille Tillman of Statesboro. His family moved to Savannah in 1947 and became members of Morningside Baptist Church, where he was baptized. He attended Pennsylvania Ave. School, Chatham Junior High School, and Savannah High School, graduating in June 1954. He graduated from ...
Eric Craig Murdock - JUN 17, 2024
Eric Craig Murdock, 78, passed away Monday, June 17, 2024 at home with his family by his side. A service and burial will be held at a later date in Rochester, N.Y. ...
Loi Van Trinh DEC 12, 1926 - JUN 17, 2024
Loi Van Trinh December 12, 1926 — June 17, 2024 Biloxi, Mississippi and Savannah, Georgia Mr. Loi Van Trinh, age 97, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Monday, June 17, 2024. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 26th, Thursday, June 27th and Friday, June 28th from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, Howard Avenue in Biloxi. Mass will follow at 5:00 p.m. at Vietnamese Martyrs Church on all three days. ___________________________________________________________ VISITATION AND MASS IN SAVANNAH Visitation in Savannah will be 6:00 until 9 ...
Stephanie Robyn Shapoff JUN 14, 1975 - JUN 17, 2024
Stephanie Robyn Shapoff, of Connecticut and New York passed away peacefully on June 17, 2024 at the age of 49. She was surrounded by her loving parents, Cary and Carol Shapoff in Savannah. Steph was a wonderful big sister to Amy Rebecco and is survived by Amy Rebecco and Amy’s husband Joe, her aunt Margie Stogsdill of Atlanta, her aunt and uncle Edward and Joanne Shapoff of Savannah and cousins Edward and Christopher Shapoff of New York, as well as Joe Rebecco’s cousin Stacey Sutay. Originally from Fairfield CT., Stephanie spent many years in Astoria, NY. She attended Sarah Lawr ...
Kathleen Beytagh-Fetch FEB 09, 1961 - JUN 16, 2024
Kathleen Beytagh-Fetch, 63, of Upper Arlington, Ohio, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024. A Celebration of her life will be held in Columbus, Ohio on Friday, July 12, 2024. Burial in Savannah will be in Bonaventure Cemetery, date and time to be announced. ...
Phillip Presley Carter Jr. APR 16, 1939 - JUN 14, 2024
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Phillip Presley Carter, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on June 14, 2024, at the age of 85. Born on April 16, 1939, Phillip lived a lived a life marked by education, service, and entrepreneurial spirit. Phillip was a graduate of Savannah High School. After high school, he answered the call to serve his country, enlisting in the United States Navy. As a sonar operator on the USS Threadfin. Following his service, Phillip pursued higher education at Southern Technical Institute, graduating in 1962 with a degree in Building Construction Technology. He then wen ...
Janice "Nannie" Cillie AUG 09, 1940 - JUN 13, 2024
Janice "Nannie" Cillie (nee Kudley), a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, peacefully passed away, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Married for 63 wonderful years to her devoted husband, John Cillie Sr, better known as Opa. She is survived by her husband, daughter (Sheila Sullivan), son (John Jr.), her brothers (Robert and John Kudley) and her 6 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents Bertha and John and her sister Pat. Nannie's life was a tapestry of adventures and heartfelt moments. She tra ...
Donald Lusk - JUN 13, 2024
Donald Lusk, 78, passed away Thursday June 13, 2024, in Savannah, Georgia. He was born February 12, 1946, in Williamsport, PA to the late Edmund and Curtiss Flisak. After graduating from Savannah High School, Donald enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. Following his service, Donald became a successful independent insurance agent and opened his business Don Lusk Insurance. Donald never met a stranger. His smile was contagious, and he made everyone he met laugh. His stories were entertaining, funny and always relatable. Donald’s passion was his music. In his twenty’s ...
Steven B. Commare, Jr. - JUN 13, 2024
Steven B. Commare, 70, passed away June 13, 2024 at his residence. A private service will be held by the family at a later date. ...
Annette Tiencken Edwards SEP 08, 1940 - JUN 12, 2024
Annette Tiencken Edwards, 83, a native of Savannah, passed away Wednesday, June 12, 2024. She was born September 8, 1940, daughter of the late Gladys Bowen Warren. Mrs. Edwards owned and operated Edwards Insurance Agency. She is survived by two daughters and son-in-law, Tresa Arias (Guido) and Carla James (Ben), seven grandchildren, Joseph Willingham (Georgia), Jonathan Willingham (Ashley), Russell Wilson, Samuel Willingham (Madison), Grace Wilson, Anna Swords, and Rachel Swords; six great-grandchildren, Preston Willingham, Easton Willingham, Aspen Willingham, Noah Willingham, Henry Willing ...
Harriet Sanders Ebberwein AUG 18, 1940 - JUN 11, 2024
Harriet Sanders Ebberwein passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at Azalealand Nursing Home in Savannah, Georgia. Harriet was born in Sylvania, GA on August 18, 1940, to Gwendolyn Davis Sanders and David Sanders. At a young age, she moved to Savannah to live with her aunt and uncle. She earned a degree in Music from Florida State University and spent most of her life sharing her gifts and talents in many ways. Harriet taught private piano lessons to students of various ages for many years. Harriet also performed as a pianist at the Georgia Governor's Mansion, the Ritz Carlton ...
Dorothy Mae Cardillo FEB 08, 1933 - JUN 11, 2024
Dorothy Mae Cardillo, 91 died peacefully on Tuesday June 11, 2024, in Savannah, Georgia. Dottie was born on February 8, 1933 in New Jersey and was the youngest child of Dorothy Hoffman and Michael Thorry. She attended Dickinson High School in Jersey City, New Jersey. On May 1, 1954, Dorothy married Francis “Frank” Cardillo at St Anne’s Church in Hoboken, New Jersey. Dottie did many different “jobs” in her life including mother, wife, sister, aunt, and friend but she also worked for the St. Lucie Sheriff's office until she was 82 years old. In her f ...
Thomas Stone MAR 07, 1932 - JUN 10, 2024
On June 10, 2024, Thomas Edwin Stone, aged 92, passed away peacefully in Naples, FL. Tom was born March 7, 1932 at the family home in Adamstown, MD during a blizzard. He was eldest child of the late Rev. W. Owings Stone and Margaret Simpson Stone. He spent the first 12 years of his life in Maryland before his family moved when his father was named Rector of St. Johns Church in Barrington, RI. College brought Tom back to Maryland at Johns Hopkins University where he was captain of the track team and graduated with a B.S. in business in 1954. Upon graduation, he was employed by IBM as a sales ...
Patricia Sanders Brewer JUN 26, 1948 - JUN 09, 2024
Patricia S. Brewer, 75, died peacefully on Sunday, June 9, 2024 at Memorial Health University Medical Center. The lifelong resident of Savannah was the daughter of the late Nicholas Elias Sanders and Rose Parker Sanders. Patricia’s greatest joy was being Grandma to her seven grandsons and their children. She was a longtime member of Grace United Methodist Church, active in the Kay Arthur Bible Study. Patricia retired as a secretary from Candler Care 65. She was a former employee of Columbia Drug Company and Candler Hospital. In addition to her parents, Patricia was preced ...
Elizabeth P. Ware NOV 27, 1938 - JUN 05, 2024
Elizabeth Powers Ware died peacefully on June 5, 2024 at the age of 85. She was born on November 27, 1938 in Savannah, GA to Richard James and Margaret Bradley Powers. Elizabeth attended Blessed Sacrament School and was a graduate of St. Vincent’s Academy and Mount St. Agnes College in Baltimore, MD where she graduated with a B. A. in English. She was a devoted educator who taught English and Literature at Myers Middle School, Blessed Sacrament Catholic School, Hubert Middle School and Groves High School. Elizabeth was a fun-loving and resilient woman with a fierce and loving devotion ...