Obituaries
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 ...
William Jacob Astary MAY 26, 1956 - JUN 05, 2024
William “Bill” Jacob Astary, 68, died peacefully on the evening of Wednesday, June 5th, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. A native of Sterling, IL, Bill was born to Francis and Jean Astary on May 26, 1956. Throughout his youth, Bill excelled in sports earning varsity letters in football, basketball, and track while setting the Sterling High School record in discus that stands to this day. After graduating high school, he attended Georgia Institute of Technology on a track and field scholarship. While at Georgia Tech, Bill met the love of his life and future wife, Marile Ast ...
Jody Moran APR 30, 1932 - JUN 05, 2024
Mrs. Jody Moran, 92, passed away at her home Wednesday, June 5, 2024. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 1:00, Saturday, June 15, 2024, at St. James Catholic Church, 8412 Whitefield Avenue, Savannah. There will be a private interment at the Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family respectfully ask that donations be made to your favorite charity in memory of Mrs. Moran. ...
Ralph Leo Wigger Jr. MAR 13, 1936 - JUN 04, 2024
Ralph Leo Wigger Jr died peacefully on June 4, 2024 at his residence on Wilmington Island. He was born on March 13th 1936 in Cumberland Maryland to Ralph Leo Wigger Sr and Mary O”Donnell. He attended University of Maryland where he received a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. Ralph had a distinguished career at American Automobile Association that spanned over 20 years, serving as the CFO before his retirement in 1997. In 1960 he married his loving wife Carol Fedak Wigger and they were married for 62 years before her passing in 2022. Ralph loved to play golf and upon retire ...
E.L. Vaughn Mitchell - JUN 02, 2024
E.L. Vaughn Mitchell83, passed away June 2, 2024 at St. Joseph's Hospital. A full obituary will be posted as soon as available. ...
Pamela Stanley McCaslin JUL 06, 1942 - JUN 01, 2024
Pamela May Stanley McCaslin, 82, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 1, 2024, in Savannah, Georgia. Born in Slatersville, Rhode Island on July 6, 1942, to Leonard Arthur Stanley and Anita Allaire Stanley, Pam's family moved to Camden, South Carolina when she was very young. She attended Agnes Scott College for two years and completed her BA in Education at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill in 1964, graduating Phi Beta Kappa. During her college years, she married her beloved husband, Dr. Alston Jones (Jay) McCaslin V. She furthered her education by earning a Master of Educa ...
Donald "Max" Mills - MAY 31, 2024
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Donald “Max" Mills, Commander, USN (RET) passed away peacefully at home with his wife by his side, on 5/31/24 after a brief illness. Max was born in Atkinson, NE, where he lived until receiving an appointment to attend the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. He graduated in 1972 with a degree in business management and went on to attend flight school. Max had a distinguished twenty year career as a naval aviator, becoming a test pilot in 1978 and going on to get his master’s degree in aeronautical engineering at the Naval Postgraduate School in Mo ...
Saralyn Souter Porter - MAY 30, 2024
Saralyn Souter Porter, passed into eternal rest at home on May 30, 2024, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s. Born in Charleston, SC, October 25, 1941, the daughter of Ruth Harvey and Hoyle Souter Sr., Saralyn is preceded in death by her mother, father and brother Hoyle Souter, Jr. Saralyn attended Charles Ellis Elementary School, Savannah High School and the University of Georgia, BS, Mathematics, Cum Laude, Phi Betta Kappa, Phi Mu Epsilon and Alpha Delta Pi Sorority. Saralyn also graduated from the University of North Carolina Asheville, BA in Art, Cum Laude and pursued ...
Patricia Pinckney Lowenthal - MAY 29, 2024
Patricia Pinckney Lowenthal died peacefully on May 29, 2024 at age 87. She was born in Bluffton, SC to Annie Haye and Joseph Oliveros Pinckney. Tricia, as she was fondly known, was raised on a farm as the eighth child of nine. She will always be remembered for her loving, caring and devoted spirit. Tricia was a graduate of St. Vincent’s Academy and St. Joseph’s School of Nursing. She was employed most of her nursing career by Memorial Medical Center Pediatrics Department but also worked at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Savannah, and for the Public Health Department in Bellville, ...
Wayne Black MAR 16, 1948 - MAY 29, 2024
Wayne A. Black, 76, died peacefully on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at Memorial Hospital Heart and Vascular Institute in Savannah, Georgia. He was surrounded by his wife and two children. Wayne was born in Trenton, New Jersey, the first son of Alfred and Helen (Stillwell) Black. He grew up in Hamilton Square, graduated from Steinert High School and joined the United States Navy. Wayne served on the U.S.S. Everglades and the U.S.S. Boston, performing two tours of duty during the Vietnam War. In 1975, Wayne married Marilyn Ott. They relocated to New Hampshire and had two children. He graduated ...
Laura Schmitt SEP 07, 1956 - MAY 24, 2024
Born in Minneapolis during the Schmitt birthday week on September 7,1956, and taken home by her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on May 24, 2024 (John 14:2-3). Lolo was a woman devoted to her faith, her family and her friends. She was an independent person and had a passion for her flute and marathons. She was an elite athlete and competed in over 70 marathons. Her highlights were from her seven Boston marathon finishes. Lolo was quick to share her love for Jesus with everyone she met. She wanted all to know the love of Jesus and the glory of the gospel. She ran the good race. She is pr ...
Marion Rauers Reid - MAY 24, 2024
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Marion Rauers Reid passed away at her home in Atlanta on May 24, 2024, at the age of 75. Marion was diagnosed with cancer and fought valiantly until the end. While we mourn Marion’s passing, we remember her as a dear friend, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and so much more. Marion had a one-of-a-kind personality, a smile that lit up every room, a remarkable golf swing and a generous spirit. Marion was high energy, strong willed and always cared about other’s issues and would especially love to give advice on helping others improve their health. Marion grew up in Savannah and a ...
Estelle Holland APR 13, 1923 - MAY 24, 2024
Estelle Florence Shellnutt Holland was born April 13, 1923, in Statesboro, Georgia, the second of four girls with one older brother. Estelle was active in sports, particularly basketball and swimming, but loved to dance. She and her sister Nora, entering various contests, danced their way all over Bulloch County. Daddy did not allow the girls to date, but they could bring everyone over and dance in the living room. Estelle said they kept wearing out the rugs, and Daddy kept buying more. Mother would cook feasts each weekend for the group. Estelle decided early she wanted to work in hospitality ...
Carole Patricia Anthony JUL 12, 1946 - MAY 23, 2024
Carole Patricia Anthony born in Washington DC passed away at St. Joseph’s Hospital at the age of 77 due to complications of heart disease. Carole’s early years were spent in Washington DC and nearby Maryland. When her father retired in from the Navy in 1960 the family moved to Savannah where Carole attended St. Vincent’s Academy. Following graduation, she promptly went to work at Dixon Sheehan Lane Insurance where she was treasurer of the firm. Her next many years were spent working as a coordinator at the Rose of Sharon. Carole immersed herself in the community of S ...
Timothy Day Holder JUL 28, 1949 - MAY 22, 2024
Timothy Day Holder, 74, passed away May 22, 2024, on Tybee Island. He was born July 28, 1949, in Winston Salem, NC, to the late Dwight W. and Monica Day Holder. Tim is survived by his wife of 45 years, Connie Crews Holder of Halifax, VA, and two sons, Timothy Holder, Jr., of South Carolina, and Andrew Holder of Los Angeles. Also surviving are his sister, Cynthia Grant (Ronald) and grandson, Jacob Holder, all of Winston Salem. Tim served as Director of Sales and Marketing for Johnson Concrete in Salisbury, NC, and later became president of a division of Unicon Concrete.& ...
Immanuel Michaux-Bey DEC 19, 1991 - MAY 21, 2024
Click here to view Manny's service via live stream. Live stream will be available on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at 5:45 p.m. - A recording of Manny's service will be available on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. Immanuel “Manny” Michaux-Bey, 32, of Savannah, Georgia, died tragically on May 21, 2024. He was born on December 19, 1991, in Chicago, Illinois. Immanuel proudly served in the US Marine Corps where he demonstrated unwavering dedication and commitment to his country and fellow Marines, to whom he remained forever loyal. Following his Marine s ...
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 ...