Obituaries
Andrea M. Stark FEB 23, 1945 - MAY 20, 2024
Andrea M. Stark passed away very peacefully at her home, surrounded by family on May 20th, 2024 from natural causes. She was born to Andrew and Verna Collins on February 23rd, 1945. She had 4 brothers and 2 sisters, and they spent summers at the Indiana Dunes on Lake Michigan. She and her younger sister Kathy were never happier than walking along a beach together. Just a simple look could get them both giggling uncontrollably. Andrea worked as an Artist for many years until a new opportunity brought her, her husband and young boys to Savannah in 1988. In order to be more closely involved ...
Donald Dean "Don" Stiller - MAY 19, 2024
Donald Dean "Don" Stiller, 87, passed away Sunday, May 19, 2024 at Memorial Health with his family by his side. Don was a former Captain for the Oklahoma Sooners football team, playing from 1954 to 1957, championship seasons. A full obituary will be posted when available, and a service will be held at a later date. ...
Debra Michele Adams - MAY 19, 2024
Debra Michele Adams embodied so many roles, and she was never selective on who she provided them for. A surrogate mother for many younger nurses, a substitute granny for all her neighbors, and even a dad when one was needed. The potty-mouth, the life of the party, the healer passed away unexpectedly on May 19, 2024, in Savannah, Georgia. Debra Michele Adams was born on February 23, 1951, in Whitesburg, Kentucky, a Pisces who was as creative, loving, and generous as her sign would suggest. After moving to Trotwood, Ohio as a child, she graduated from Meadowdale High School in 1969. She be ...
Frederick Efrem Trust JAN 16, 1936 - MAY 17, 2024
Frederick Efrem Trust, 88, passed away Friday, May 17, 2024 at his home with his family by his side. Fred was an exceptional athlete across multiple sports excelling at a young age in tennis. Growing up in Philadelphia he competed in regional and state tennis tournaments leading up to attending Penn State on a tennis and soccer scholarship where he was the captain of the tennis team. During his time at Penn State, he was known on campus as well for his loving collie, Duke, who was with him throughout his college career. One of Fred’s proudest moments throughout his yo ...
Sarah Frances Wyant - MAY 15, 2024
Sarah Frances Wyant concluded her richly lived 96 years on May 15 2024, surrounded by her children. Born in Valdosta and raised in Ocilla alongside her mother, Beulah, and brothers, Benjamin and Gene Stalvey, Sarah's life was one marked by love and service. She was a devoted wife to Joseph Wyant, Sr., with whom she shared over 60 years of marriage until his passing in 2012. Sarah was the cherished mother of Deborah Dorsey, Catherine Renner, Isabel Trono, and Joseph Wyant, Jr. Her family was her pride, her joy, and the center of a life filled with warmth. Known for her vibrant smile and ...
Karen Jill Bush - MAY 15, 2024
Jill Beasley Bush, 71, passed away Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at Pruitt Health. She was born July 14, 1952 in Sylacauga, Alabama to the late Grover and Elise Hickman Beasley. Jill was of the United Methodist faith, and loved to play the piano and sing. She and her husband, Hal lived in Alabama until 1984 when they moved to Augusta, GA, then made their home in Savannah in 2018. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Stella Randolph, her sister, Linda Cassell of Alabama, and her brothers, Joe Beasley of North Augusta, SC, and Carlton B ...
Eleanor Cerbone DEC 20, 1925 - MAY 14, 2024
Eleanor Cerbone, 98, of Savannah, passed away Tuesday, May 14, 2024. She was born December 20, 1925, in Bayonne, New Jersey, daughter of the late John Cherchio and Manuella Militelo Cherchio. She was preceded in death by her husband, Philip A. Cerbone, and son-in-law, Eddie Ruchalski. She is survived by her children; Judi Ruchalski, Adam Philip Cerbone (Kristin), Tom Cerbone (Terri); grandchildren, Karen Ruchalski Mahoney (Tim), Christopher Ruchalski (Erin), Jason Cerbone, Kristin Cerbone Peters (Christopher), Celia Cerbone, Alex Cerbone (Elizabeth), and Jennifer Cerbone Lanigan (Stephen); ...
Joseph C. Boggs MAY 07, 2024 - MAY 14, 2024
In loving memory of Joseph C. Boggs, who passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at the age of 62. Joseph, known to many as Joe, leaves behind a legacy of hard work and dedication to others who touched the hearts of all who knew him. Born and raised in the city of Pittsburgh, Joe was a true son of the Steel City due to his love for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Throughout his life, his skilled craftsmanship and commitment to excellence earned him the respect of his peers and clients alike. His work graces countless homes and buildings throughout the Savannah area, a testament to his talent and ded ...
Frederick Allen Reed MAY 26, 1962 - MAY 13, 2024
Frederick Allen Reed, 61, of Wilmington Island, GA, passed away peacefully at his home on 5/13/2024. He was born in Columbus, Ohio on May 26, 1962, to the late Joan Burns Reed and Kenneth Jack Reed. He is preceded in death by a brother Michael Wayne Reed. He also had 7 half-brothers and 4 half-sisters. The family was notorious for being rebellious and loud. Fred attended Lee Senior High School in Sanford, NC, and later graduated from East Jefferson High School in Metaire, LA. He went to work for Noble Oil Co. of New Orleans where he worked on oil rigs for months at a time. He later went int ...
Lewis P. Bell, Jr. DEC 21, 1941 - MAY 12, 2024
Lewis Preston Bell, Jr., 82, passed away surrounded by his family on May 12, 2024. Lewis was born on December 21, 1941 in Savannah, GA. After graduating from Savannah High School, he joined the US Navy and married the love of his life, Jane Claire Tanner. He was loving, hardworking and cherished husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was very talented in construction, wood working and could fix anything. Lewis was a dedicated member of Savannah Baptist Temple for many years where he was a loyal servant. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lewis Preston Sr and Laur ...
Dennis M. "Denny" Herb, Sr. AUG 05, 1943 - MAY 12, 2024
Dennis M. “Denny” Herb Sr. passed away peacefully at his home on May 12th, surrounded by friends and family. Denny grew up in the Old Fort section of Savannah where he attended Blessed Sacrament School and then graduated from Benedictine Military School in the infamous Class of 61’. His athletic prowess at BC was prolific, where he earned First Team All-City Honors in Basketball and First Team All-City and First Team All State Honors in baseball as he helped lead the Cadets to their first State Championship Baseball Title in 1961. His love of baseball was infectious, ...
Barbara H Sheppard DEC 05, 1936 - MAY 12, 2024
Barbara H. Sheppard, 87, died on May 12, 2024 at her Wilmington Island home. She was under the care of Hospice and her loving family. A lifelong Savannah native, Barbara was born on December 5, 1936, to Dorothy Thirza Corbett Hawkins Wilson and William Sidney Hawkins. After attending Commercial High School, she worked in accounting for Goodyear Tire Company before working at T. S. Chu Company on Tybee Island. There she would spend the greatest and best part of her career, working alongside best friend and confidante Mola Jung, of whom she loved like a sister. Barbara spent he ...
Robert (Bob) Merriman OCT 15, 1954 - MAY 11, 2024
Robert “Bob” Merriman, 69, died on May 11, 2024, at St Joseph’s Hospital in Savannah. Bob was born October 16, 1954, to the late Alfred and Sara Nell Merriman. During Bob's 43-year law enforcement career, he solved many high-profile cases and was known for his compassion for crime victims. He started his career in Athens in 1975, then moved to Chatham County Police Department in 1977. He became a detective in 1981. He moved to the Chatham-Savannah Police force in 2004 and retired as a captain in June 2007. Merriman came out of retirement to b ...
Joseph Greer Wilson, Sr. FEB 22, 1958 - MAY 11, 2024
Ask anyone who knew him, and they’ll tell you Joey never met a stranger. They would also tell you he was rarely seen without his signature grin on his face. Joey greeted every person and situation on earth with such positivity, and kindness, that he was quickly and inevitably loved by everyone he met. Joseph Greer Wilson, Sr., 66, of Savannah, Georgia, died surrounded by his family at Candler Hospital after battling Metastatic Desmoplastic Melanoma. Joey was born in Savannah, Georgia to Clifton M. Wilson, Jr. and Ruth G. Wilson on February 22nd 1958. He graduated from Jenk ...
Barbara L Hooks DEC 19, 1937 - MAY 10, 2024
Barbara L Hooks, 86, passed away peacefully at Hospice Savannah on Friday, May 10, 2024. Barbara, affectionately known as Mema by her family, was born in Bulloch County, GA on December 19, 1937. She was a graduate of Commercial High School in 1955. She worked at Levy’s Department Store for 25 years and later retired from Jordan Marsh. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, the Invincible Bible Class, and the Alee Temple Shrine Antique Classic Unit. In addition to her parents Frank F. Lee and Ester M. Lee; she is preceded in death by the love of her life, husband Doy T. Hook ...
Helen Nelson Brown JUL 16, 1944 - MAY 08, 2024
Helen Nelson Brown passed away peacefully on May 8, 2024, in Savannah, Georgia, at the age of 79. Born on July 16, 1944, in Barryville, NY. She graduated from Eldred Central School in 1962 and received a full scholarship to attend Marywood University, earning her BA in Elementary and Special Education in 1966. After completing her studies, Helen moved to Norfolk, VA where she lived for over 50 years until recently relocating to Savannah, GA. Helen was predeceased by her husband, James Proctor Brown III, her parents, Robert Woodrow Nelson and Ruth Elizabeth Kerr, and her brother, Peter ...
Mary Alice Frye Templeton - MAY 08, 2024
Mary Alice Frye Templeton, 74, passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at Memorial Health. She was born December 16, 1949, in Fort Benning, GA to the late Lonnie and Arbrea Skeens Frye. She worked as a home care provider, and at Marshview Senior Living. Mrs. Templeton was a member of Lighthouse Baptist Church. She loved spending time with her grandchildren, supporting them at their sporting events, school functions, and especially trips to Daytona Beach. She had a love for the card game Rummy, and every family gathering ended in a family game. She is s ...
Kayla Danielle George JUL 15, 1998 - MAY 08, 2024
Kayla Danielle George, 25, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away on May 8, 2024 due to complications of her lifelong battle with Cystic Fibrosis. She was born on July 15, 1998, in Savannah, Georgia. Kayla was a loving mother, fiancée, daughter, and sister. Kayla was a beautiful young woman who found joy in being a mother to her daughter, Evelyn, and was eagerly anticipating her upcoming marriage to Connor Green. She will be remembered for her kind spirit and devotion to her family. She is survived by her father, David George; stepmother, Renee George; fiancé, Connor G ...
Edith Roszkowiak JAN 24, 1939 - MAY 08, 2024
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Edith Roszkowiak, 85, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of strength, love, creativity and generosity. Edith was born in Camden, NJ on January 24, 1939 to the late Edgar Wright and the late Anna Read Wright. She graduated from Merchantville High School in Merchantville, NJ. Edith’s passion was her family. Sewing, quilting, and singing were among Edith’s many treasured pastimes. She was a longtime member of Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church, and she enjoyed volunteering at the Social Apostolate in Savannah. Edith wa ...
Vincent G. Sortino MAR 29, 1935 - MAY 04, 2024
Vincent G. Sortino aka “Uncle Jimmy” to his Brooklyn family passed away peacefully at his home beside his loving wife on May 4, 2024. He was born on March 29, 1935 in Brooklyn NY to the late John and Sarah Sortino he was always proud to say he was the only one of his siblings to be born in a hospital. Vince was an amazing doting husband to the love of his life Maria Sortino for 62 years. He was the greatest father a daughter could ask for to their only child Cindy Brown He loved his son in law Jeff Brown as the son he never had. He is survived by his wife Maria and daughter ...
Stanley Earl Harris, Jr. SEP 04, 1937 - MAY 04, 2024
Stanley Earl Harris, Jr passed away Saturday May 4, 2024. Born September 4.1937, he was the son of Stanley E. Harris Sr. and Bernice Wolf Harris. A third generation and lifelong Savannahian, he graduated from Savannah High School in 1954, and went to his beloved Harvard University at 16 years old. After graduating from Emory Law School, he returned to Savannah to start his legal career. He met his future wife Peggy in Atlanta and asked her to marry him on their third date. She demurred, but they wed shortly thereafter on June 27, 1964. His career included 20 years as Assistant City Attorney ...
Richard Allen Wotring JUL 17, 1943 - MAY 04, 2024
Richard Allen Wotring, born on July 17, 1943, and a proud Marine, transitioned from this life on May 4, 2024, at the age of 80. Dickie’s dedication to service extended far beyond his military tenure. After his honorable service with the Marines, he became a Mason and a proud member of the American Legion Post 184 and continued his commitment to bettering the lives of others as a devoted member of Local 188, where he tirelessly advocated for the rights and well-being of his fellow union members. Dickie’s unwavering sense of duty, coupled with his compassionate spirit, left an end ...
Emmaline Rice Routon - MAY 04, 2024
On May 4th, with characteristic grace, Emmaline Rice Routon, affectionately known as 'Nana,' passed away at 82 years of age in the presence of her children and loved ones. She was born and raised in Augusta, GA, the only child of Augusta natives Margaret Emmaline Rice 'Peg' and Hugh Woodson Rice. Emmaline's childhood in Augusta’s close-knit community of Summerville was idyllic. She is remembered by classmates and friends as a person with a generous smile and a love for life. Emmaline attended Aquinas High School, where she was a cheerleader, Homecoming Queen and Qu ...
Frank A. Scungio Jr. JUL 11, 1947 - MAY 04, 2024
Frank A. Scungio Jr., 76, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2024. He was born on July 11, 1947, in New Castle, PA. Frank was predeceased by his parents, Alise Staton and Frank Scungio Sr., as well as his sister, Charlotte Viggiano. He is survived by his wife, Claudia Scungio, his loving daughters, Robin Craine (James) and Renne Bender (David), his sons Mark Scungio, Robert Ashley (Beverly) and Thomas Ashley, nieces Tammi Windl (Jay) and Traci Martwinski (Vincent), and cherished grandchildren Ashley Standley (Jeffrey), Dustin Craine (Emily), Austin, and Bentley Elgin. Frank dedicated 30 ye ...
Judy Jenkins Findley DEC 04, 1946 - MAY 04, 2024
Judy Jenkins Findley, 77 of Pikeville, KY, retired Bank Executive, died Saturday May 4th, 2024, at Bluegrass Hospice in Hazard, KY from a long bout with Parkinson's and Dementia. Judy was born to the late Emory and Thelma Jenkins in Savannah on December 4th, 1946. She was a Graduate of Jenkins High School. Judy was a member of Cornerstone Christian Church in Pikeville. In addition to her parents Judy was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Findley; and a brother Emory Arnold Jenkins. She is survived by her son and his wife, R ...
Michael Whitehead MAY 29, 1964 - MAY 02, 2024
Michael Whitehead, 59, passed away May 2, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones in Savannah, Georgia. Originally hailing from Appleton, Wisconsin, Michael's gypsy spirit and boundless creativity drew him to Nashville, Tennessee, where he honed his skills as a Master Stylist and successful business owner. It was in Nashville where fate intertwined his path with Billy, the love of his life. Michael was so smitten, that he bought a red Jeep Wrangler to impress Billy and the rest, as they say, is history. Together, they embarked on a life of adventure. Their journey led them to St. John in the ...
Landon Alston Jarrott Holcomb APR 22, 1985 - MAY 02, 2024
Click here to view Landon's service via livestream - 9;50 a.m. on Monday, May 13, 2024. Landon was born in Savannah, GA on April 22, 1985, and tragically left us on Thursday, May 2, 2024. Landon lived life his way with a big heart and an infectious smile that would light up a room. A lover of good music, UGA football, bodybuilding, real people and family. The light of the world will truly be dimmer with him gone. Landon was a Petty Officer First Class in the U.S. Navy where he served as an Air Traffic Controller, at Naval Air Station, Jacksonville, FL. Landon was hono ...
Eva Johanna Carl DEC 14, 1943 - MAY 02, 2024
Eva Johanna Carl passed away on May 2, 2024 in the care of Savannah Hospice. Eva was born in Lauin/Donau, Germany on December 13,1943. Eva met Stephen Carl, an American Soldier, stationed in Augsburg, Germany in April of 1970, love followed and they were married on January 19,1971 and enjoyed 53 years of marital bliss. Eva retired in December of 2011 from Publix Twelve Oaks, where she worked as a cashier and in the pharmacy. Eva is survived by her husband, son Karl (Andrea) and daughter Liane two granddaughters, one grandson a brother and sister. Eva will be remembered for her generous hear ...
Robert Seth Adams DEC 16, 1961 - MAY 02, 2024
Robert Seth Adams, 62, died peacefully on Thursday, May 2, 2024. The lifelong resident of Savannah was the son of the late William Mitchell Adams and the late Ellen Ross Adams, Robert was an active member of the Savannah St. Patick’s Day Parade Committee, Knights of Columbus and St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church. He graduated from Savannah High School and was an avid Georgia Bulldog Fan…..and Herschel Walker’s number one fan. Robert enjoyed going to the gym and everything outdoors, especially, riding bike trails, grilling, enjoying downtown Savannah and Tybee Island. ...
Randall Marion Zittrouer, Jr. AUG 18, 1944 - MAY 01, 2024
Randall Marion Zittrouer, Jr, 79, of Savannah, GA, passed away peacefully at Hospice of Savannah on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Corine B. Zittrouer, Randall M Zittrouer, Sr, and brother, Raddie O. Zittrouer. Randy is survived by his sister, Barbara Z. Weimar, Linda H. Zittrouer, and his beloved children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, family & friends. A private service will be planned later. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest remembrances be made in his memory to Hospice Savannah, 1352 Eisenhower Drive, Sa ...