Obituaries

Charles (Charlie) Howard Higgins, III, 83, died peacefully Monday, January 22, 2024, at home with his loving wife by his side, The Rome, GA native was born on July 20, 1940, to the late Charles H. Higgins, Jr., and Clara Dell Cochran. Charlie was a 1958 graduate of Darlington School in Rome and earned a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Auburn University. Charlie worked in Medical Sales for more than 50 years. Charlie earned his private pilot's license and had a passion for flying. He loved playing golf. He was a member of Skidaway Island Methodist Church, The Lan ...

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Carolyn Prudence Alexander Howard passed away peacefully on January 21, 2024, at the age of 88 after a long illness. She was the widow of Dr. Marvin Perry Howard, Jr. of Savannah. Carolyn was born on June 7, 1935, in Murphy, NC to Robert Glen Alexander and Gladys Welborn Alexander. She was the youngest of 5 children and had 4 older brothers. She graduated from Murphy High School with honors in swimming, diving, voice, and mathematics. Carolyn enrolled at Agnes Scott College. One of her most memorable moments there was attending a speech by her favorite poet, Robert Frost. She then tra ...

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Dr. Victor (Vic) Lee Andrews Jr., an economist, scholar, and philanthropist, died Sunday, January 21, 2024 at Hospice Savannah, a few days after suffering a fall at his Skidaway Island home. He was 93. He was born June 23, 1930, in Huntington, West Virginia, the only child of the late Louise and Victor Lee Andrews. Since the elder Andrews worked with the railroads, Vic’s family moved a lot during his childhood but he regarded Lorain, Ohio, where he went to high school, as his hometown. A child of the Great Depression, he got his first job after class as he entered high school. He cont ...

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June Elizabeth Fogle, 68, passed away Sunday, January 21, 2024, at her home in Beaufort, South Carolina.  She was born September 3, 1955, in Beaufort to the late Ralph Thomas Fogle and Nellie Lassiter Fogle.  She worked as a nurse before becoming an attorney with the Chatham County District Attorney's office. She most recently was an attorney with the Georgia Public Defender's Office where she retired after 23 years of service.  She was also an attorney for the Port Wentworth courts. June is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, Ralph and Melea Fogle of Augusta, ...

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Dave’s passing comes after 90 full years of living and giving. His life began in New Jersey with parents, Frank, and Margaret Dawson, as the oldest, and brother to Jim. As a young boy, Dave would carry a dictionary with him just to learn new words and ideas. He continued this practice at the dinner table as a father. Dave was so bright and highly motivated as a child; he skipped 2nd grade. This upward trajectory continued, leading him to Cornell University to study Metallurgical Engineering. Dave was as a born leader. Early to rise, he worked his tail off every day a practice that sta ...

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Monica Dye Cleaveland, 87, died peacefully on Sunday, January 21, 2024 with family at her side. As a planner in life, Monica had gathered the resources to fight the good fight. She always knew she was in the palm of God‘s hand. Monica was born in Cincinnati, the daughter of Virginia L and James C Dye. But, her family roots were in Carrollton, Georgia and Flemingsburg, Kentucky. The grandparents, aunts and cousins in these two communities were dear to Monica throughout her life. Monica grew up in Pascagoula, Mississippi, as her father served with Ingalls Shipbuilding through World W ...

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Carol Ann (Mapleson) Hewitt, 62, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, January 20th, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Carol Ann, known as Mapes to her friends was born in Tampa, Fl to Louis Mapleson and Pauline Keeton. She attended Christ the King elementary school before Plant High School. She earned her bachelor’s degree from the Univerity of Florida. She’s survived by her husband Jeffrey Hewitt, who she married in 1990, her two sons, Christopher Hewitt and Edward Hewitt, Olivia Hewitt her granddaughter & her sister Debora Burton. A celebration ...

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Elizabeth Kitchens Burris, 69, died peacefully on Saturday, January 20, 2024 surrounded by her son and her friends. Elizabeth was born in Augusta, GA, the only child of Sidney and Maudie Kitchens. She graduated from Augusta College with an undergraduate and a Master’s degree in Psychology and received her Doctorate Degree in Psychology from the University of Georgia. Elizabeth is survived by her son, Thomas Michael and daughter, Sarah (Abby) Burris, both of Savannah; her Godchildren Sean Michael Duncan and Matthew Mulherin Duncan, both of Augusta and Megan Elizabeth Duncan of Kissi ...

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Stephen Ira Lewis, 64, died peacefully on Friday, January 19, 2024 with his loving family by his side.   The lifelong resident of Savannah was the son of the late Milton Donald Lewis and Dorothy Lovett Lewis. Stephen was a U.S. Army veteran heroically serving in Iraq. Stephen continued to serve his country in the U.S. Army National Guard retiring after 21 years of service and was a member of Chatham Artillery. Stephen was a longtime employee of Home Depot and retired from Georgia Regional Hospital after 33 years of service. He enjoyed watching Nascar and competing in Fantasy Football. ...

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Jerrie Anne Wichman peacefully and painlessly ascended from this world on Friday, January 19, 2024 in the arms of her mother and with her two sons by her side.  Jerrie had spent the past 8 months recovering from the loss of her husband, Tom, after his five-year battle with cancer, during which she never left his side.  A week prior to her passing, Jerrie had been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer.  By the mercy of God, she was taken before having to choose her own battle with cancer.  Instead, her spirit was reunited with her husband Tom, just in time to celebrate their 55th an ...

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Bobby Randal Riner passed away at his home in Rome, Georgia under Hospice care on January 19, 2024 at age 89. Bobby was born in Garfield in Emanuel County, Georgia on October 21, 1934 to Gladys Wilson Riner and Ira “T.” Riner. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife for 64 years, Lois Virginia Bennett Riner, and sister, Ona Merle Riner Hendrix. He is survived by his daughters and their husbands, Cheryl Lynn Riner Hodge (Al) and Toni Marie Riner Kraft (John); granddaughters, Marie Hodge Gordon (Michael), Sarah Virginia Kraft, and Millie Kraft Smith (Tyler); his great-gr ...

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Mary Ann Rodriguez, 87, died peacefully on Thursday, January 18, 2024. Mary Ann was born in Cumberland County, North Carolina on June 10, 1936. She is the eldest daughter of the late Wyman and Eunice Tew. Mary Ann is predeceased by her husband, Miguel Rodriguez. She is survived by her 2 sons Michael Rodriguez and Paul Rodriguez (Bridget) along with her 2 beautiful granddaughters, Sunny and Ruby. Also celebrating her life are her 3 sisters, Gainey Bailey (Bobby), Sarah Kirchman and Billie Jackson (Bill). After spending many years in South Florida, Mary Ann called Savannah home for the pas ...

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Scott Burnett Hoover-- On September 10, 1960 the sunshine of our lives was born. He was so many things in his life besides being a son, a brother, an uncle, and a cousin, he was special.  He was a Special Olympian, winning over 12 gold and silver medals.  He was an avid bowler, basketball player, and a comedian.  His best friends were Eric, Leon, Ronald, and Eric and especially Ms. Mary Pringle, the best House Mother they ever had. Unfortunately, when Ms. Mary left the group home was never the same.  Under the care of Gateway, Scott was seriously and mysteriously hurt wh ...

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Ellen Grace Jorgenson McClure, 27, of Savannah, took Jesus’ hand and stepped into glory January 18, 2024, with her husband and father at her bedside. She spent her last days surrounded by many precious friends and family in a truly anointed sacred atmosphere of prayer, praise, laughter and tears. She was born October 18, 1996, in Melbourne, Florida, daughter of David Charles Jorgenson and Amy Grace Mangum Jorgenson of Savannah. She attended Covenant Christian School and Melbourne High School. She earned her Bachelor’s at Palm Beach Atlantic University where she was the Cross Cul ...

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William Walter Bowers, born on June 21, 1951, in Washington DC, peacefully passed away on January 18, 2024. William worked at Blue Cross Blue Shield in the early '70s and later at Dunbar armor from 1989 to 2016 where he also was a firearms instructor of the East Coast Division. William loved spending time with his grandkids and his cat Luci, watching Hallmark Christmas movies and Fox News. Other activities he enjoyed include riding his motorcycle, going on cruises and vacationing at Tybee Island. He is survived by his wife, Wendy Bowers of Savannah, daughter Riann Coto of Pasadena ...

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Henry Eugene Smith died on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at the age of 86. Gene was born on March 7, 1937, in Hawthorne, Florida to Henry and Gertrude Smith. Gene graduated from Gainesville High School. He did his military service in the U.S. Navy as a corpsman. Gene and his mother, Gertrude Smith, owned and operated United Liquors, which operated stores and lounges in the Gainesville, Lake City, and Alachua County area. He has resided in Savannah, GA for the past 46 years. Gene was known as an entrepreneur who started and managed numerous successful businesses: the first Kentucky Fried Chicken ...

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Kevin Lee Rabbitt, 66, passed away Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at his home with his family by his side.  He was born August 11, 1957, in Jackson, Michigan to Bruce and Jouette Rabbitt.  Kevin worked for Parsons Corporation for over 25 years as an Architectural Designer.  He loved playing golf and bowling with his family.  His wife and children remember him as a loving husband, and father who they will miss greatly.  He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Renee Rabbitt, his children, Stephanie Rabbitt Schappacher and husband Michael Schappacher, Nicholas Lee Rabbit ...

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Mr. Leroy L Wilson was born, raised and educuated in Savannah, GA. A retired member of the International Longshoreman Association, Lee loved life and loved to laugh and celebrate everything. Lee is preceeded in death by Louise W. Wilson, his wife of 46 years; parents, Rosa Louise Wilson Simmons and Lennix Hamilton; and son, Dwayne Leroy Wilson He leaves to cherish his memory: his daughter, Allison Wilson Glover; four grandsons, Kevin D. Wilson, Christopher M. Glover, Kyle A. Glover, Kory A. Glover; two great grandsons and a host of other relatives, friends and devoted caretakers. Expression ...

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Valentino (Val) Panzitta, LTC, U.S. Army, Ret., passed away peacefully January 16th surrounded by his loving family, due to complications from pneumonia. He and his loved ones had celebrated his 96th birthday three days earlier. Val was born January 13, 1928, in Montville, N.J. to Salvatore and Mary Janetta Panzitta, both Italian immigrants.  He was the middle of three sons born to them. Val was a highly decorated military veteran, one of few who served in World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. Upon graduating high school, Val enlisted in the Navy towards the end of W ...

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Mark Joseph Schaub, of East Fallowfield, PA passed away at Memorial Hospital on January 15, 2024 surrounded by his family after a brief illness. Mark was born in Traverse City, MI to Milford and Marie Schaub on August 14, 1956. Raised in Sutton’s Bay, MI, he graduated from Sutton’s Bay High School in 1974. Mark found ballroom dancing in 1977 in Flint, MI when he became a dance instructor for Fred Astaire Dance Studios. He later moved with the company to Florida and competed professionally throughout North America and Europe, winning various National and World Dance Titles. After ...

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Tom was born in Queens, New York in 1940.  After high school, he joined the armed forces, where he proudly served in the Navy Reserve and Marine Corps. He married the love of his life, Lynn, while serving in the Corps and they established a family with their three children - Terry, Tom, and Diana.  Tom’s life revolved around aircraft and flying.  He leveraged his aircraft maintenance skills learned in the Marine Corps and began a career with Grumman Aircraft on Long Island, NY.  After several tours on aircraft carriers as a tech rep for Grumman, he moved to Virginia a ...

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Norma Groover Jaime, 99, died on Saturday, January 13, 2024, in Washington, North Carolina where she had been living with family for a year and six months. Previously, Norma had resided on Wilmington Island, Georgia for over 50 years where she worked in banking for C&S National Bank and served as organist for First Baptist Church of the Islands. Norma was born in Ludowici, Georgia, to James and Nina (Gordon) Groover on November 7, 1924. She attended Long County schools and Brewton Parker Junior College. On July 4, 1942, she married John Jaime of Ellsworth, Pennsylvania. Married for 75 y ...

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Nancy J. Henneberry, 75, died unexpectedly on January 11, 2024 in Savannah, Georgia.  Nancy was born in Peekskill, New York and later lived in Mahopac and Jefferson Valley, NY.  She and her husband, Michael, retired to Savannah in 1999.  She had a long career at IBM as an administrative assistant and later worked for several years for the Westchester County Police in the payroll department.  She is predeceased by her husband Michael.  She is survived by her two daughters, Carla, and Bridgette; her grandson, James, and family members, Renee, and John Santiago ...

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Diane Lynnette Tegerson Dargis, 78, passed away January 11, 2024 in Lady Lake, Florida.  She is survived by her husband, Richard L. Dargis of Lady Lake, Florida, as well as other relatives and friends, including Donald and Judy Meroy of Savannah.   A Graveside Service will be held Thursday, January 25, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. in Forest Lawn Memory Gardens, officiated by her longtime friend, Fr. Patrick O'Brien.   ...

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Adele May Reynolds Zeigler – Savannah – Adele May Zeigler, 96, of Savannah, departed peacefully on January 10, 2024, under the care of Spanish Oaks Hospice, surrounded by her loving family. Dell spent a life filled with joy and purpose. During her life, she was an avid bowler, dedicating many years to various bowling teams. She found immense joy in the kitchen, where her culinary talents shone brightly. Cooking was not just a skill for her; it was a form of expression showing her love for family and friends. Her home was a gathering place for countless shared meals and memories. ...

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Mary Stevens Roy, 70, died peacefully on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Surviving are her devoted and loving husband of 42 years, Robert Eugene Roy; three children, Stephen Glenn Merriman, Jr. (Meredith), Christine Merriman Frye (Jeremy), and Lauren Roy (Joseph Pullara); grandchildren, Rachel V. Merriman, Stephen G. Merriman, III, and Helen Diane Merriman; brother, Jimmy Stevens (Deena); niece, Jennifer Jebeles (Peter); nephew, James Stevens (April); several greatnieces and greatnephews; and many beloved friends. A private funeral service will be held. Burial w ...

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James (Jimmy) Vaughn, 67, of Savannah, passed away, Tuesday, January 9, 2024. He was born September 17,1956, in Jacksonville, North Carolina, son of Eugene Junior Vaughn and Annie Jeanette Saunders Vaughn. He worked in the scrap and metal business for 46 years and spent the last four years working side by side with his son opening their own business and fulfilling his passion for driving trucks. He was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather and mentor to many, Jimmy will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. He is survived by his cherished wife of 49 years, Fr ...

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Diana Rogers, born on October 15, 1947, in Hominy, Oklahoma, to Jack R. Rogers and Marion B. Rogers, gracefully departed this world on January 9, 2024, in the enchanting city of Savannah, Georgia. She reunites in eternity with her beloved parents, Jack and Marion Rogers. Diana is survived by her cherished brother, Jack R. Rogers, Jr., and leaves behind a legacy in the hearts of her nephews: Michael C. Rogers (Rachel Rogers), Bryan N. Rogers (Lindsay Rogers), and Brandon T. Rogers. Oh, what an extraordinary woman Diana was! Her passion for music ignited in her early years in Tulsa, Oklahoma, ...

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Sara ( Nanny) Sue Miller 100, passed away at her home Tuesday Jan 9, 2024. She was born in Conyers Ga on December 18, 1923 to Walter Perry Rice and Virginia Mitcham Rice. She lived most of her life in Clarkston, Ga where she was a member of Clarkston Methodist Church and attended Clarkston High School. She was married to Zachary Wilson Miller from 1940 until his death in 1975. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and aunt. No one did those jobs better than she. She worked for Emory Hospital 1975- 1991 before moving to Savannah Ga to be close t ...

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Judith Sandhåland Aadland, age 90, passed away on January 9, 2024 from natural causes. A private graveside service was held at Greenwich Cemetery in Savannah, GA. Mrs. Aadland was born October 6, 1933 in the township of Skudenes in Karmøy, Norway.  She immigrated to the United States in 1952 with her husband Egil Aadland and became a citizen in 1960.  She was a resident of New Bedford, MA for 9 years, Foreston, MN for 5 years, Thor and Eagle Grove, IA for 29 years, Shreveport, LA for 18 years, Kissimmee, FL for 11 years, and Savannah, GA for the past 3 months.  ...

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