Obituaries
Ray Carol Parker Kitchens DEC 19, 1931 - NOV 09, 2024
Ray Carol Parker Kitchens, age 92, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2024, at Spanish Oaks Retreat in Savannah, GA. She was born on December 19, 1931, in Douglas, GA, to Clifton Calvin Parker and Belle Carroll Parker. Ray spent most of her life in Savannah, GA, residing on Isle of Hope, a community she cherished deeply. She earned her Bachelor's degree from the University of Georgia and her Master's degree from Armstrong State College. For 49 years, Ray was an active member of the Isle of Hope United Methodist Church, where she served with unwavering devotion. She took great ...
David Michael Burns, Sr. NOV 01, 1939 - NOV 09, 2024
David Michael Burns was born on November 1, 1939, the firstborn child of Laura (Johnston Burns) and David Albert Jude Burns of Fall River, Massachusetts. His father was a graduate of Boston University and a high school principal; his mother a graduate of Bridgewater College and career primary school teacher. David was raised in Fall River with his three younger siblings, Bill, Rosemary and Kerry. David would remain close with his siblings throughout his life. David graduated high school in 1957 and enlisted in the United States Marine Corps the following year. He completed basic training at ...
Hendricus "Henk" Baaij, Sr. DEC 22, 1925 - NOV 08, 2024
Hendricus "Henk" Baaij Sr. 98 passed peacefully at his home in Savannah, GA. Friday 08 Nov 2024. Born in Amsterdam the Netherlands on 22 Dec 1925, he grew up along with seven siblings. Henk was the 3rd oldest. His father was Gerrit Baaij and mother Geertruida Maria (Truss) van Oostrom, both of Amsterdam. Henk survived the Nazi German invasion of the Netherlands during WW II, Henk was along with 500,000 Dutch citizens taken to forced civilian labor prison camps. Following the war Henk found employment with a Dutch commodity firm as a coffee buyer, traveling internationally to sample b ...
William Howard Moore Jr. (Bill) AUG 16, 1937 - NOV 06, 2024
William Howard Moore Jr., affectionately known as Bill, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2024, in Savannah, GA, at the age of 87. Born on August 16, 1937, in Cambridge, Maryland, as the beloved only child of Louise and William Howard Moore Sr. Bill lived a life filled with adventure, accomplishment, and an enduring love for family and adventure. Bill is survived by his beloved wife, Jacki Moore, and a close family. He is survived by his son, Geoff Moore, and his stepchildren, Lisa & Joe Loya and Tracey & Mark Sargent. He was a cherished grandfather to Jill Loya, Josh Loya, Anna ...
Roger Allen Munderloh MAY 13, 1942 - NOV 06, 2024
Roger A. Munderloh, 82 of Savannah, Georgia passed away on Wednesday November 6, 2024 at home following an extended illness. Roger was born May 13, 1942 in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Gordon and Esther (Sorkin) Munderloh. He was married for the past 40 years to Shirley (Roelle) Munderloh who survives. Roger is also survived by daughter Tonya of Florida; sister Genie (Richard) George of PA; step children Beth and David Pirnstill; as well as extended family and friends. Roger grew up in Baltimore area and completed basic Military training at Camp Pendleton CA before becomin ...
Bobby Joe Bailey APR 05, 1937 - NOV 05, 2024
Bobby Joe Bailey passed away on Tuesday November 5th 2024. Bobby was born on April 5th 1937 in North Carolina to Joe and Mary Bailey. Bobby was a long-time resident of Wilmington Island having moved to Savannah in 1970 to continue his career as an Air Traffic Controller having learned the trade as a proud member of the United States Air Force. Bobby was a friend to many and would help someone, friend or stranger, at the drop of a hat. He would leave a Christmas present for the folks picking up his garbage for a number of years. Bobby was an avid runner who ran ...
Christopher Shane Moore MAY 23, 1966 - NOV 05, 2024
Christopher Shane Moore, 58, of Savannah, passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at his home. He was born in Kansas City, Missouri on May 23rd, 1966. He was the first-born child of Suzanne Moore (Byrum) and the late Richard Lee Moore. He is survived by his mother Suzanne Moore, daughter Alexa Battelle (Justin), brother Carey Moore (Christina), sister Sabrina Harvey, granddaughter Shiloh Battelle, nephews Dominic and Anthony Harvey, aunts Jane Byrum (Fred Frenczak), Elaine Byrum, and Jo Byrum, and his beloved dog, Ava. Christopher graduated from North Springs High School in Sandy Sprin ...
John (Jack) Kouvel APR 19, 1938 - NOV 03, 2024
John (Jack) Kouvel, 86, of Savannah, Georgia passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, November 3, 2024. Jack was born on April 19, 1938 in Jersey City, New Jersey. He was a graduate of Saint Peter’s Prep, and Saint Peter’s College where he earned his Bachelor’s degree in Social Studies and a Master’s degree in Insurance. Jack was a devoted family man. He leaves behind his loving wife of 63 years, Maureen Pizzo Kouvel; their devoted daughters, Karen M. Carter Inglese (husband Alex) and Barbara M. Duff (husband Donal); grandchildren, Krist ...
Patricia Hamilton Stacy JUL 28, 1959 - NOV 02, 2024
Patricia Hamilton Stacy was born in Savannah,Georgia on July 28, 1959, and passed away on November 2, 2024. Tricia was preceded in death by her parents Shirley Hattrich Hamilton and George Dyson Hamilton. She is survived by her husband Thomas Knox Stacy and her daughter Grace Hamilton Stacy. She is also survived by her sisters Jane Hamilton Boatright and Diane Hamilton Lightsey along with her nieces, nephews, cousins, and close friends. Throughout her life Tricia devoted herself to her family and friends. Tricia graduated from the University of Georgia with a degree in Interior Design. Tric ...
Gregory Noel Crawford MAY 26, 1959 - NOV 02, 2024
Gregory Noel Crawford, well-known defense attorney in Savannah passed away on November 1, 2024, at the age of 65, after a brief, unexpected illness. Greg was born in Savannah on May 26, 1959, to Ralph Lloyd Crawford and Peggy Brannon Crawford, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his daughter, Estella Marie Crawford; brothers, Ralph Lloyd Crawford, Jr. and Kimberleigh Craig Crawford (Vicki); sisters, Belinda Crawford Rattray (Scott), and Robin Crawford Wininger; and several nieces and nephews. Greg was a 1977 graduate of Savannah Country Day School. &nb ...
Jerry Alton Turner MAR 19, 1951 - NOV 01, 2024
Jerry Alton Turner, Sr., 73, passed away at home on November 1, 2024. He will be mourned by his family, friends, and all who knew him, as he was an extremely caring, loving, and generous man. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, and being outdoors. Jerry was the firstborn to his parents, Alton Turner and Alice Sanders Turner, on March 19, 1951, in Metter, Georgia. He moved to Savannah at a young age, where he was raised and spent the majority of his life. Jerry served in the United States Army as a military police officer. On March 16, 1973, he married Linda Earlene Bro ...
Philip Wayne O'Dell JUL 13, 1954 - NOV 01, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Philip Wayne O’Dell. Born on July 13, 1954, in the coastal town of Broadstairs, England. He completed his life’s journey peacefully on November 1, 2024, All Saints’ Day, at his family’s home on Tybee Island. Philip was blessed with two families: the O’Dells and the Chus. When his father, a career Army officer, was deployed to Vietnam, the O’Dells prepared to move to Indiana. Philip was only ten years old, but he was precocious. After concerted lobbying, he secured his parent ...
Charles S. (Chuck) Canter - NOV 01, 2024
Charles S. (Chuck) Canter Chuck Canter, 90, passed away peacefully in his home at The Marshes on November 1, 2024. A longtime resident of Savannah, he grew up in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He received a BS of Chemical Engineering from Rice University and an MBA from Rutgers. He spent his working career with Exxon Corporation in Manhattan and in various European locations including London and Hamburg. He finished his career as Vice President of Exxon’s International Supply, Transportation, and Cargo Trading Activities. In 1996 he retired to The Landings where he and his wife Marianne re ...
Rodney Brad Tuttle, Sr. JUL 06, 1951 - OCT 31, 2024
Rodney Brad Tuttle, Sr., 73 years old, passed away peacefully in his home on October 31, 2024. Rodney married the love of his life, Ethel Butler, and for the next 44 years their loving journey centered around family. His proudest accomplishment was always his two sons, Brad and Matthew, only to be outdone by his two daughter-in-laws (Jamison Pannell and Elizabeth Bearden) whom he loved like his own. But his most cherished joy in the world until his last dying breath were his six grandchildren (Robert, Thomas, Catherine, Bradley, Mary Mac, Butler). Rodney was a strong, loving, and support ...
Andrew Pickens Calhoun, Jr. - OCT 31, 2024
Andrew Pickens Calhoun, Jr., age 71, passed away peacefully on Friday October 31, 2024 at his home in Savannah, Georgia.He was the son of the late Andrew Pickens and Nancy Hull Nichols Calhoun. Andy was born February 23, 1953 in Savannah, Georgia and was baptized in the Independent Presbyterian Church, a Branch of the Church of Scotland. A believer, he maintained a strong but quiet relationship with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ throughout his life. He was an 8th generation Savannahian but South Carolina was a fundamental part of his DNA. Andy was educated in loca ...
Barbara Ann Hardee JUN 20, 1939 - OCT 31, 2024
Barbara Ann Hardee, 85 years old passed away Thursday, October 31, 2024, at Bryan County Health and Rehabilitation Center. Born June 20, 1939 in Savannah, Georgia, the daughter of Ethel Jernegan. Barbara lived most of her life in Savannah moving to Midway, Georgia for the last 24 years. Barbara loved the lord she was a long-time member of Bible Baptist Church where she was a member of the choir. She later moved her membership to Antioch Baptist Church. Barbara married the love of her life Thomas O. Hardee, Jr. where their loving journey centered around family for 44 years until Tommy’s d ...
Gloria Corbett Mullins NOV 02, 1937 - OCT 31, 2024
Gloria Corbett Mullins died peacefully at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Savannah, GA, on October 31, 2024. Born on November 2, 1937, in Savannah, GA, Gloria had a long and fulfilling career in the insurance industry and later dedicated herself to providing care for elderly friends. She was a devoted member of the Seed Church for many years. She was predeceased by her parents, Jeff Harris Corbett, Sr. and Margie Thomas Corbett; her grandsons, Zachary Burns and Jason Crawford; and her siblings, June Jolissaint and Jeff Corbett, Jr. (Sonny); daughter in law, Donna DeNitto Burns. Gloria is ...
Jewell Roberts Bunker JUN 08, 1927 - OCT 31, 2024
Jewell Roberts Bunker, 97, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2024 at Summer Breeze Senior Living, surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her children, John C. Bunker, Henry D. Buckalew Jr., Stephen M. Bunker (Jackie), Gerry Bunker (Dede) and son in-law Louis Harkins along with 11 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Jewell was predeceased by her parents, Henry, Sr. and Rosa Lee Bravo Roberts, her first husband Henry Douglas Buckalew Sr., her second husband Arthur G. Bunker, her brother Henry T. Roberts, Jr., her sister Ida Ray Chapman, her daughter Madelaine ...
Debbie Eileen (Collins) Richardson NOV 27, 1950 - OCT 30, 2024
Debbie Eileen (Collins) Richardson, 73, of Jacksonville, Fl, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2024. Born on November 27, 1950, in Gadsden, Alabama, she was the cherished daughter of Grady Everson Collins Sr. and Eileen Rushing, both of whom preceded her in death. Debbie grew up in Savannah, Georgia, where she cultivated her love for animals, family, and friends. A dedicated nursing professional, she obtained her nursing degree at a young age and spent her life caring for others with compassion and strength. Known for her unwavering spirit, Debbie was a breast cancer survivor and a true ...
Edwin D. Robb, Jr JUL 07, 1940 - OCT 29, 2024
Edwin “Ed” D. Robb passed away on October 29, 2024 in Clemson, SC. He was the only son of Edwin D. Robb and Elizabeth McHose Robb. Ed was raised in Merchantville, New Jersey and was a 1963 graduate of Dartmouth College. At Dartmouth, he was a member of the Alpha Delta Phi fraternity, aka, the original Animal House, and lettered on the Dartmouth Varsity Lacrosse team. Upon graduation from Dartmouth, Ed entered the U.S. Navy Officers Candidate Program and was commissioned as an Ensign in February 1964. On active duty, he served as a surface warfare officer line connin ...
Holly Tyson Lantz JAN 07, 1952 - OCT 29, 2024
HOLLY TYSON LANTZ (January 7, 1952- October 29, 2024) Savannah, Georgia Holly Tyson Lantz died peacefully on October 29, 2024 at the age of 72 after a brief illness. She was surrounded by her loving family. Born and raised in Savannah, Holly was the first of four children born to William V. Tyson Jr. and Yvonne K. Tyson. She graduated from Savannah Country Day School in 1970 and received her bachelor’s degree in education from Brenau College in 1974. After college, Holly returned to Savannah where she flourished as a teacher. Over the years, Holly taught eleme ...
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 ...