Obituaries

Ronald (Ron) Geren passed away on 02/25/2024. He was born in Queens County, NY on July 9, 1937. He earned a BS Degree from Cornell University and an MBA Degree from New York University and served three years as an officer in the U.S. Army. Ron's business career was in the food industry, starting with General Foods Bird's Eye Division and later as Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Morton Frozen Foods. In 1978 he started his own business, Geren Sales, a food brokerage company in the Mid-Atlantic Region which he sold in 1998, retiring to Warren, VT and Savannah, GA. F ...

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Judy Wanda Hiers, 73, passed away, Sunday, February 3, 2024. Judy was a fun-loving woman, born and raised in Savannah, Georgia. Spending time with friends and loved ones, traveling, and listening to music were a few of the many passions Judy had. Throughout her life Judy specialized in many areas of work. She was a devoted truck driver for some time in her early years, which allowed her to travel the country. She also worked as an employee in the service industry for the state of South Carolina. Judy is preceded by her mother, Winona Hiers, father, Fairey Hiers, brother, Ferris Hiers, an ...

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Amy Ford Camacho, 54, was called home on Sunday February 25th, 2024, in the company of her loving son. Amy was born in Savannah on January 6, 1970 the second child of Bruce Pringle and Annette (Hunter) Ford. She attended St. Andrews on the marsh for her primary and secondary education and was a student of the Savannah College of Art and Design studying for her degree in Art History. Amy was married to Lee Camacho for 20 years; during which time they had two children: Frank and Sofi Camacho.  Aside from being the mother of two; Amy enjoyed hobbies such as horseback riding, playing te ...

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John (Jack) Joseph Hawkins (September 19, 1942 - February 24, 2024) Jack Hawkins, age 81, of Richmond Hill, GA, was reunited with his Heavenly Father on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at Hospice House in Savannah, GA, after a long struggle with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Jack was born in Chicago, IL, to Irene (Murphy) and Thomas Hawkins on September 19, 1942. In his youth, he was very active in Boy Scouts of America (Eagle Scout, 1958), and attended Oak Park and River Forest High School in Oak Park, IL. He served in the US Navy (1962 - 1966, honorably discharged as a Petty Officer, Sec ...

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Daniel Lee Bentley, 66, passed away Friday, February 23, 2024, at St. Joseph’s Hospital after a short illness.  He was born October 24, 1957, in Honolulu, Hawaii to Carl Jack Bentley and Janice Spivey Bentley.  Daniel served in the U.S. Army, and later went on to work for Davlong Business Solutions, as Director of Operations.  He was a member of White Bluff Methodist Church, and active in Bible study groups.  Daniel was competitive, and an avid sportsman, playing tennis, enjoying Autocross at Hutchinson Island, shooting skeet at 17 South, and enjoyed his River Street ...

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Steven Lawrence Hallstein, 67, passed away on February 22, 2024. Steve was born on August 22, 1956, in Albany, NY. He grew up in Levittown, NY. In 1966, he and his family relocated to Savannah. Steve is a proud Navy veteran. After being medically discharged, he worked at Grumman (Gulfstream) before he began his construction career until he retired. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Dorothy Hallstein and his brother Mark Hallstein. Steve leaves behind his loving wife,Teresa Hallstein, brothers, William Hallstein and Scott Hallst ...

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James Blaine Marston, III, 81, passed away Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at his home on Tybee Island.  He was born July 29, 1942 in Savannah, GA to James Blaine Marston, Jr. and Audrey Cason Marston.  Jim served his country in the Georgia Air National Guard.  He was the owner of Motor Parts Company, where he studied the business under his father, Blaine Marston.  He was a longtime resident of Tybee, where he loved his “Tybee Life”, and was a member of the Tybee American Legion Post 154.  He was an avid collector of antique cars, and a former President of the ...

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Joseph Wesley Songer, 53, passed away Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at his home. He was born January 21, 1971, in Charleston, West Virginia to Harold Eugene and Sandra Childers Songer.  Joe served in the U.S. Navy and retired from the U.S. Army.  He loved his family, especially his children.  Joe spent many nights listening to his son Joseph play in several bands in Savannah and Tybee Island. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Tami Songer, and brother, Kevin Songer.   He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Jodi Ranson Songer, his ...

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Robert Thomas passed away at his home on February 20, 2024, in Savannah Georgia.  He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Marie Madeleine (Maddie) Thomas, his brothers William and Jimmy Thomas, a sister Anngeleen Kyle’s a sister in law Shirley Thomas and two nephews, Brian Thomas and Mark Thomas. He was survived by a sister in law Gail Thomas, three nieces Catherine Huhn, Karen Younger, Dana Thomas and four nephews, Jeffrey Kyles, Mike Thomas, Barry Thomas and Frankie Kyles.  He was well loved by many.  Any remembrance contributions should be made to the Humane ...

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Soundra Ann Griner Ray, 73, passed away Monday, February 19, 2024, on Tybee Island.  She was born July 18, 1950, in Savannah, GA to John and Margie Griner.  Sandi worked for the Chatham County Tax Commissioner’s office for over 25 years.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Charlie Ray, III. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Charles R. Ray, Jr., son, Kevin Ray, and daughter, Ashleigh Ray.  Also surviving is her brother, John Griner. Visitation will be 5:00 until 6:30 p.m., Friday, March 1, 2024, at Fox & W ...

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Billy Bernard Thompson died peacefully, Monday, February 19th, at home in Savannah surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Thompson, son of Emmitt Otto and Zelma Clarke Thompson grew up in Lyons, Georgia.  After graduating from Lyons High School, he joined the US Air Force.  He continued his education at the University of Georgia, graduating with BBA and MBA degrees. While in Athens, Mr. Thompson was employed by the comptroller’s office at the University System of Georgia.  In 1965, he moved his family to become the comptroller and treasurer at Augusta Co ...

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Carlton McEwan “Mac” Baldwin IV passed away at home with his loving family surrounding him on February 19, 2024 at the age of 70 in Savannah, GA. His battle with many serious medical illnesses in recent years showed his courage in facing life’s challenges with a smile. Despite the pain, he always maintained a positive attitude and hope for the future. He was best known for his corny sense of humor, his ability to fix or make anything with his tools, and his pride as a retired Commander in the United States Navy. Anyone who asked him how he was doing was most likely told, ...

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Danny Alexander Sikes, 54, peacefully passed away on February 19, 2024. Born in Savannah, GA, on June 14, 1969, he is preceded in death by his father, John Wilton Sikes Sr., his brother John W. Sikes Jr., his paternal grandparents B. A. (Snag) Johnson and grandmother Melba Johnson, and his maternal grandparents D. C. and Jane West. As a boy, Danny cherished hunting at Thompson Pastures hunting club alongside his father, brother, and grandfather. He found joy in spending time on his boat around Savannah, indulging in fishing, and golfing, reveling in the great outdoors. He dedicated almos ...

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    Richard Carl Mathis Jr. passed away peacefully on February 19, 2024 at the age of 57 in Savannah, Georgia at the Oaks of Habersham Assisted Living facility after bravely battling cancer and other illnesses. He was preceded in death by his father, Richard C. Mathis, his mother Thelma Mathis, his brothers Michael and James Wells and his sister Carolyn Grady. He is survived by his son Richard C. Mathis III, daughter Rebecca Mathis, his former wife Wendy Mathis, and his two sisters Rhonda (Scott) Middleton and Susan (Edward) Ryan along with his nephews Joshua Grady, Nolan R ...

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G. Sheldon Barquist passed away on February 18, 2024. He was 97 years old. He was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to A. Victor and Georgia Barquist. His family moved to St. Paul. where he attended Groveland Park Grade School, Maria Sanford Junior High School, and then Central High School.  He also attended the Macalester College School of Music. Following service in the US Air Force in Japan and Hawaii, he resumed his studies at the University of Minnesota, receiving a Bachelor of Business Degree, with honors.  He participated in many student activities, including servi ...

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Lila Shockley, born Lila June Wood in El Centro, CA, has died at 90 years old. Lila spent the first nine years of her life in the Imperial Valley of California after her parents moved there from Texas. Her father, Herman, was a farm foreman who specialized in growing melons. Her mother, Mae, cooked for the farmhands in order to supplement their income during the Great Depression. When she was nine, Lila and her family moved north to Patterson, California where Mom met friends who developed into lifelong relationships. After graduating high school, Lila wanted to see the world. She app ...

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Leslie Ann Armstrong Davidson, 65, passed away Saturday, February 17, 2024 at her home with her family by her side.  She was born January 3, 1959 in Savannah to the late Kenneth A. and Marion Sisson Armstrong.  Leslie grew up on Isle of Hope, and worked for Savannah State University for many years.  She was a member of CGL/B.Hom. She is survived by her daughter, Sheena Kristina Davidson, sons, Jeremy Christopher Davidson (Reah), and Joshua Timothy Davidson, grandchildren, Hailey Davidson, Cohen Horton, and Patience Kirby, as well as several cousins.  A visitation ...

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Christopher Scott Floyd, 61, passed away Saturday, February 16, 2024 at Hospice Savannah.  He is survived by is wife, Heather Merbs, and many other relatives.  Arrangements are incomplete at this time.   ...

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James Barrick passed away peacefully Friday, February 16, 2024, surrounded by his wife and children.  He was born July 25, 1938, in Lebanon, Indiana.  He was the oldest of four children.  His brothers Gary, and Steven and sister Martha preceded his death. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Jane Hufford Barrick of Skidaway Island, GA; son James Bradly Barrick and his daughter, Gianna Mari of Boise, Idaho; daughter Jan Barrick Noble and son-in-law John Theophilus Noble and their children, Bradley James and Margaret of Brookline, New Hampshire, along with many, many friends fr ...

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HELEN KAYE HOLTON AUDET 99, PASSED AWAY WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2024. KAYE WAS BORN IN SOPERTON, GA. JULY 2,1924, DAUGHTER OF THE LATE GLEN AND HATTIE SAMMONS HOLTON. SHE WAS FORTUNATE TO HAVE TRAVELED AND LIVED IN MANY CITIES WITH HER HUSBAND WHO WAS IN THE NAVY. SHE WAS AN AVID GARDENER AND ALWAYS HAD A JOKE TO TELL. SHE WAS A MASTER SEAMSTRESS AND HAD AN EYE FOR DECORATING. SHE LOVED ANIMALS (EVEN RAISING CHICKENS) AND HAD MANY PETS OVER THE YEARS. ONCE THE FAMILY SETTLED IN SAVANNAH, GA, SHE WORKED AS A SECRETARY AT TWO SCHOOLS IN CHATHAM COUNTY AND RETIRED TO BECOME A REAL EST ...

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Aline (Sam) Jakubowski, born in St. Eugene, Ontario, Canada, on March 1, 1931, wife of the late Lucien (Jack) Jakubowski, passed away peacefully at her home on February 14, 2024. After traveling the world, Sam and Jack fell in love with Savannah and were proud to call it home. Sam retired from the US Army Corps of Engineers. She was an interesting, quick-witted lady who loved her cat, Shadow. She will be dearly missed. Cremation provided by Fox & Weeks, Hodgson Chapel, Savannah, GA. There will be no service per Sam’s wishes. Donations may be made to the Chatham County Animal ...

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On the evening of Tuesday, February 13, 2024, Douglas Castleman Anthony passed away peacefully of natural causes in his home at The Social in Savannah. He was 101 years old. Doug was born in Hague, in Westmoreland County, Virginia on November 1, 1922. He was the fourth child, and the third son, of Mary and Milton Anthony. When quite young, he moved with his mother and three surviving siblings to Washington, DC where she could find a job to support the family. Doug left school early and took a job delivering Western Union telegrams on bicycle. He joined the Navy in 1940 and during ...

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Leland Heflin Moss, Jr., age 72, died Feb. 12 at Riverview Rehabilitation in Savannah, following complications from a hip fracture. He was born August 9, 1951, in Atlanta, the second son of Leland Heflin Moss, Sr., and Jo Anne (Gordon) Moss. A 1969 graduate of Vidalia High School, he attended Georgia Tech before joining his father’s business, Altamaha Surveying & Mapping Co. in Vidalia. He took over the business after his father’s death in 1993 and continued until 2020. He enjoyed music and golfing. He was predeceased by both parents. He is survived by three brothers, Mic ...

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It was once written that death is not the end of life: rather it is simply like blowing out a small candle because the dawn has finally emerged with its brilliant natural light, encompassing warmth, and the belief of a beautiful day to come.   And so the bright light of morning has finally come for our beloved Patsy Eugene “Jean” Lamson who slipped away quietly on the afternoon of February 12, 2024, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease.  She was 86 years old.  The Lamson children, rich in the faith passed on to them by their parents, celebrate her ...

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Emerson Victor Harbester, Jr, 92, died February 11, 2024 at his home in the presence of his family. Emerson, the only son of Emerson, Sr and Elsie Harbester was born on January 3, 1932 in Plainfield, New Jersey.  Emerson also had two younger sisters, Joan (Radula) of New Smyrna, Florida, and Carol (Martin) of Port Orange, Florida.  The family moved to the Worchester, Massachusetts area where Emerson completed his school years graduating from Leicester High School.  After graduation, Emerson attended Worcester Jr. College and Boston University completing one year before joinin ...

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Kathie Tucker, a remarkable woman known for her compassionate heart, adventurous spirit, and unwavering love to many, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2024, in Savannah, Georgia surrounded by those dear to her. She was 71 years old. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, on August 21, 1952, Kathie was the daughter of Claudette Viltz and Henry Leslie Goggans.  Her greatest joy in life was her family who affectionally called her “Kak Kak.” She is survived by the love of her life, Rick Gilpin, with whom she shared 23 devoted years building a memorable life. She leaves behind her l ...

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Lou Venegas was smart, kind and funny. He was a loving husband, involved father and doting grandfather. He died peacefully at Hospice Savannah on February 10, 2024 at the age of 84. Lou loved life, loved his friends and family and was successful at everything he put his energy towards. After an early childhood in Puerto Rico he moved to New York City where he was scouted by the NY (baseball) Giants and proudly served in the Army. He thrived in his chosen field of technology, founding several innovative companies following early retirement from a successful career at IBM. He married the l ...

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Russell James Merkert, Jr., “RJ” died at Hospice Savannah on February 10, 2024. He was born in Long Island, New York on May 23, 1963. He was a beloved son, brother and uncle. He is survived by his mother and father, Faythe and Russ Merkert, and three sisters, Wendy, Hope, Jill and their families. He is also survived by his loving and devoted girlfriend of 20 years, Carolyn Spitzer and best friends, John and Elizabeth Shivas. After having received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Georgia (Go Dawgs!) he went on to earn a master’s degree from Georgia Southern ...

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  John Cornelius VanPuffelen (79)  - beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, passed away on February 10, 2024 after a long battle with Dementia and Parkinson’s. Joe was born to the late Anton Jacobus and Virginia Castleman VanPuffelen on January 14, 1945 in McKinny, Texas.  His family moved to Savannah in 1952 when his father became the pastor of The Independent Presbyterian Church.  Joe was a member of the Savannah High School Class of 1963and attended Belhaven College. Joe married his high school sweetheart, Mary Matilda Griffeth on ...

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Stephen Lawrence Skinner, AKA Skinner / Skinman, passed away on February 10, 2024, after a short battle with cancer. He was born March 22, 1964. Stephen was the son of Herbert Clifton Skinner and Bertie Palmer Skinner. Stephen grew up on Whitemarsh Island. He was a true river rat, running havoc on the creeks and marshes in his youth. He graduated from St. Andrew’s in 1982, and earned a BA in Psychology from Wofford College. Stephen’s easy going nature and genuine love for others, attracted a wide and diverse circle of friends. He never met a stranger. His vibrant spirit touch ...

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