Obituaries
Bonnie Ann Boykin Sessums FEB 09, 1947 - AUG 09, 2022
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Bonnie Boykin Sessums, 75, passed away peacefully August 9, 2022, at Candler Hospital with family by her side. She was born February 9, 1947, in Savannah, Georgia, to Geraldine and Roscoe “Bus” Boykin. She attended Savannah High School and graduated in 1964. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by the love of her life, Bill Sessums. Bonnie loved everything Disney, especially Mickey Mouse, and going to Disney World. She loved playing cards with her friends and family, was an avid reader and baked the best Christmas cookies. She loved watching Duke basketball and r ...
Doris Margaret Ahern Thompson SEP 22, 1924 - AUG 08, 2022
Remembering Doris In Memory of Doris Margaret Ahern Thompson September 22, 1924 - August 8, 2022 Doris was born in 1924 in Cresco, Iowa, to her parents, Joseph and Blanche Catherine Ahern. When she was 21 years old she joined her sister in Oceanside, California, and began work at Western Union Telegraph Company. A young and handsome US Marine (Johnnie Thompson), having just arrived in the states after surviving the battle in Iwo Jima in WWII, came in to wire money to his mother in the state of Georgia. Johnnie found Doris strikingly beautiful and, as all love stories unfold, ...
Anne Sheehan Blanco JUL 24, 1943 - AUG 08, 2022
Please click here to view the Mass of Christian Burial for Mrs. Anne Blanco. The livestream will begin at 9:45 a.m. on Saturday, August 13, 2022. SAVANNAH – Anne Sheehan Blanco passed away August 8, 2022, at home surrounded by her children and grandchildren after a short battle with cancer. She was born to Joseph and Valerie Sheehan on July 24, 1943 in Savannah, Georgia. She attended Blessed Sacrament School (‘57) and St. Vincent’s Academy (‘61) where she served as that school’s first president of the student council. She received an Ass ...
Michael Eugene Sigman AUG 24, 1947 - AUG 07, 2022
Michael Eugene Sigman, 74, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away on August 7, 2022 under the care of Hospice Savannah, after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Michael was born in Hendersonville, North Carolina on August 24, 1947 to Guy Huitt Sigman and Madge Wilkie Sigman. He lived there until 1965 when he moved to Charleston, South Carolina to attend the Baptist College of Charleston (now known as Charleston Southern University), where he had a baseball scholarship and served as a pitcher for the baseball team. In February of 1966, he met his future wife, Julia Louisa H ...
Dennis Joseph Hutton FEB 18, 1946 - AUG 07, 2022
Dennis Joseph Hutton entered into eternal rest peacefully on August 7, 2022 surrounded by loved ones after 76 years of a life well lived. His love of family, friends, hard work and travel will never be forgotten. Dennis, affectionately known as Poke to some and as Papa Poke to his 14 grandchildren, is preceded in death by his mother and father, Marguerite and Joseph Hutton, and his brother Chris Hutton. Poke is survived by five siblings: Joseph Hutton (Eileen), Susan Hutton, John Hutton (Jeanne), Greg Hutton (Sandy), and Mary Gilker (Paul); and four children: Shiloh Hutton (Amber), Erin She ...
John R. Magos - AUG 07, 2022
John Raymond Magos, 27, passed away Sunday, August 7, 2022 at his home in Hardeeville, SC. A private family service will be held at a later date. ...
Melba McAllister Priestley NOV 18, 1932 - AUG 06, 2022
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Melba McAllister Priestley, wife of the late Robert Edward Priestley, died August 6, 2022 at home after a brief illness. Born in Montgomery County, Georgia,on November 18, 1932, Melba was the only child of the late Duncan and Etheleene D. McAllister. She earned her BS in Education at Georgia Teachers College (now known as Georgia Southern University) and received her MS in Education from Armstrong State University (now Georgia Southern University). She retired in 1991 after 32 years of teaching. In those 32 years, she touched the lives of hundreds of students in ...
Patti Rabon Alday FEB 24, 1960 - AUG 06, 2022
Patti Rabon Alday, 62, died peacefully on Saturday, August 6, 2022 at St. Joseph's Hospital. The family will hold a private service in Patti's hometown at a later date. ...
Sandra (Sandi) Tomblin Head AUG 26, 1941 - AUG 06, 2022
On August 6, 2022 after a brave fight with cancer, Sandra (Sandi) Rebecca Tomblin Head, 80, passed away at her home in Savannah, Georgia surrounded by family. Sandi was born on August 26, 1941 in Lee County, Alabama to Mildred McMillian Morgan and Franklin Elwood Tomblin. She was a graduate of Baker High School (Class of 1959) in Columbus, Georgia and attended Columbus College & Florida State University. In the early 1960’s, Sandi began working at the Social Security Administration. She retired in 1987 after 25+ years, to start Real ...
Terry Lane Morris - AUG 05, 2022
Terry Lane Morris, 68, passed away Friday, August 5, 2022 at Memorial Health with his family by his side. He was born September 7, 1953 in Edmond, OK to the late J.B. and Doris Morris. Terry was an active member of Isle of Hope United Methodist Church, and the New Hope Sunday School Class. He retired as the owner of Coastal Resources. He was an avid golfer, hunter, and enjoyed spending time on the water with his family. Terry was also a member of the Forest City Gun Club. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Johnnie Ann Morris, two sons, Christo ...
Fern Wilson MAR 21, 2022 - AUG 05, 2022
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Fern Wilson, 81, widow of Harry L. Wilson, III, died peacefully on Friday, August 5, 2022 The family will privately celebrate Fern's life.. Please light a candle or leave a condolence on our online guestbook. ...
Susan Pamela Sims Ohsiek DEC 14, 1958 - AUG 05, 2022
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Susan Pamela Sims Ohsiek, 63, passed away on Friday August 5, 2022 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Savannah, GA. Susan was born December 14, 1958 in Savannah, GA to Orville Leroy Sims Sr. and Gloria Ann Von Waldner Sims. She attended St. James Catholic School and St. Vincent’s Academy. The greatest joy in her life was being a mother and a grandmother. She is preceded in death by her parents as well as her husband, John Henry Ohsiek III “Jay.” She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Shelley and Tanner Howell of Savannah, GA, her son, John Henry Ohsiek IV &ld ...
Gale (Sky) Edeawo MAR 22, 1946 - AUG 05, 2022
Gale "Sky" Edeawo, age 76, died on August 5, 2022, with her granddaughter by her side. The Detroit, Michigan native moved to Los Angeles, California in 1960. She later spent five years in Paris and Amsterdam before returning to Los Angeles in 1985. She moved to Savannah in 1998. A well-published freelance writer, having been awarded five literary awards, she was the official Chatham County Storyteller and Literary Coach from 2001 until 2009. The founder and Executive Director of Project Welcome Home was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Police and the American Correctio ...
Manjeri (Jeri) Subramaniam Raman - AUG 04, 2022
Manjeri “Jeri” Subramaniam Raman, 79, died in Savannah GA on August 4, 2022 of unexpected complications from esophageal cancer. Jeri was born in Calicut (now Kozhikode), India in August 1942, to M.R Subramaniam and Alamelu Subramaniam. In 1967, he came to Buffalo, New York to study chemical engineering. He enjoyed a long career with Spencer-Kellogg (Buffalo, NY), Calgon Corp. (Pittsburgh, PA), and SNF Holding Co. (Riceboro, GA). In 1970, he married Krishna Ranganathan. They raised two children and two dogs in Pittsburgh and Savannah. In 1978, Jeri became ...
Patricia JoAnn Canady JUL 22, 1934 - AUG 04, 2022
Patricia JoAnn Canady, age 88, passed away in her home in Savannah, Georgia on August 4, 2022. She was born in Detroit, Michigan on July 22, 1934. Her parents were Michael Tot and Irene Szabototh. As a child, her father ran a restaurant in Detroit and she had fond memories of VE Day in 1945. She worked at Wright-Patterson Airforce base and served as an assistant to astronaut, James Irwin. She was married to Wilfred Joseph “Bill” Skelly and then later to Pepperdine business professor, Dr. Robert Mayo “Bob” Canady. Living in Southern California, Pat utilized her entrep ...
Roberta Smith, MD MAY 25, 1940 - AUG 03, 2022
On Wednesday, August 3rd, 2022, Roberta McNeill Smith, MD, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, friend, and physician, passed away at the age of 82, having been surrounded by family and friends in the weeks preceding her death. Roberta, known as “Berta” to her friends, was born on May 25, 1940 in Columbia, South Carolina, the only child of Sophia Roberta Castine and William James McNeill. Her mother was a nurse, and her father a head bank teller. Berta wanted to be a doctor for as long as she could remember. After visiting the campus of Duke University in the winter of her Juni ...
Dixie Crystal Marks Dickey DEC 22, 1928 - AUG 02, 2022
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Dixie Crystal Marks Dickey, age 93, passed away August 2, 2022 at Hospice of Savannah. A lifelong resident of Savannah, Georgia, she will be mourned by her family and friends for her loving heart, warm smile, and excellent Bridge playing skills. She was born December 22, 1928 at the Dixie Crystals Savannah Sugar Refinery. She attended Savannah High School. She was predeceased by her husband, William Edward Dickey. One of eight children, she is survived by her brother, Allen Marks; her four children, Cheryl Smith (Jerry), Janet Hendrix (Stephen), Loretta Crystal Boyd (Ga ...
Elizabeth Fulton JAN 19, 1946 - AUG 02, 2022
Elizabeth A. Fulton, 76, Died peacefully on Tuesday, August 2, 2022. Elizabeth was born in Savannah, the daughter of Jack and Ann (Jurgensen) Fulton. She served as the President of the St. Vincent’s Academy Alumni (Class of 1964) along with being an active member of the St. James Catholic Church. A Graveside Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, August 5, 2022 Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to St. Vincent’s Academy, 207 E. Liberty Street, Savannah, GA 31401. ...
James "Jim" Patrick Jennings MAR 23, 1966 - AUG 02, 2022
James “Jim” Patrick Jennings passed away August 2, 2022 at St. Joseph’s Hopsital in Savannah. Jim was born on March 23, 1966 in Huntsville, AL to Gerald and June Jennings. He graduated from S.R.Butler High School in 1984, and went on to graduate with a degree in Business from Georgia State College in 1991. He worked in sales and marketing for over 30 years, currently with Kelly Tours. Jim married the love of his life, Lisa Hamilton Jennings on July 20, 1991. They recently celebrated their 31st wedding anniversary. They have three sons, Ryan Thomas Jennings (Maggie), Lando ...
Frederick Feus, Jr. MAY 25, 1933 - AUG 02, 2022
Frederick Feus, Jr., 89, passed away August 2, 2022 at Candler Hospital with his family by his side. Fred, known as “Bubber” was born May 25, 1933, to Frederic Feus, Sr. and Julia Gammert Feus. Bubber was a lifelong member of the Lutheran Church of the Ascension. He is preceded in death by his middle son, Frederick Feus, III and his sister, Joan Feus Johnson. He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Judy Walker Feus; two sons, Joseph Frederick Feus (Donna) and Robert Frederick Feus (Kim); daughter-in-law, Hollie Ridgdill Feus; seven grandchildren; and eight great gran ...
Gary Thomas Strength SEP 25, 1945 - AUG 02, 2022
Gary Thomas Strength, of Richmond Hill, Georgia, died on August 2, 2022 at St. Joseph’s Hospital. He was 76. He was a graduate of Valley High School, in Valley, Alabama, and Auburn University and worked in a variety of positions in management and sales throughout his career. Gary was entrepreneurial and enjoyed cooking and sharing meals with others, bragging on his children and grandchildren, and holding court with tall tales and colorful jokes. He had a passion for buying and selling second-hand items, especially cars. He saw value in things and people that others sometimes missed. B ...
Nancy Ruth Mock JUL 21, 1947 - AUG 02, 2022
Nancy Ruth Mock, 75 passed away Tuesday, August 2, 2022, at Tahlequah Hospital in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, after a brief illness. Nancy was born on July 21, 1947, in Savannah, Georgia, to William Harold Mock, Sr. and Wyleen Cullen Mock. She lived in Savannah most of her life until moving to Oklahoma over 25 years ago. In 1999, she purchased a parcel of land in the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma and embraced the Cherokee culture. On that land she herself built a log cabin, where she chose and enjoyed a solitude life, which she loved. Her family there were her animals which included, at ...
William Stephen Bowen, Jr. FEB 14, 1938 - AUG 01, 2022
William Stephen Bowen, Jr. of Savannah passed away on August 1, 2022 after a brief illness. He was born on February 14, 1938 in Blackshear, GA to William Stephen Bowen Sr.“Buddy” and Alafae Jones Bowen. Stephen graduated from Blackshear High School and was a member of the 1956 State Championship basketball team. While earning a Mechanical Engineering degree from Georgia Tech, he served as president of Delta Tau Delta fraternity. He then attended Stanford University where he received master’s degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Business Administration. He began his bus ...
Cam Ly Dang - JUL 31, 2022
Cam Ly Dang (1939 – 2022) On July 31, 2022, Mrs. Cam Ly Dang passed away peacefully in her sleep. She was 83 years old. Born on 1939 in Xuan Ninh, Mong Cai, Vietnam. In 1975, she fled Vietnam with her husband and seven children to an unfamiliar country, not knowing the language, culture, and people. Through her faith and strength, she was a successful business owner while raising her children and servicing her church and community. She cared deeply for her family and community. She was always the first to offer help. She was selfless and gave her time genero ...
Kevin William Sikes NOV 09, 1984 - JUL 31, 2022
Kevin William Sikes, 37, died, Sunday at home in Newington, GA. The Savannah native was a longtime resident of Bulloch and Screven counties. Kevin was born on November 9, 1984 to Tina Sikes and John Vincent. He was a friend to all and loved by so many. His greatest joy and immeasurable pride came from his three daughters, Kaitlynn, Adilynn, and Marilynn. Kevin was an extremely hard worker and very talented. He was known as one of the best roofers in the Savannah area. Kevin was a very proud big brother to Chris, Justin, Garrett, and Morgan. In addition to his parents, three daughter ...
Scott Derek Swart - JUL 31, 2022
Scott Derek Swart, 40, passed away Sunday, July 31, 2022 due to injuries sustained in an accident. He was born October 15, 1981 in Savannah to the late Dennis and Brenda Ambrose Swart. Scott attended Jenkins High School and worked in the landscaping business. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his nephew, Talon Rodgers. Scott is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Michael and Susan Swart, nephew, Collin Rodgers, and his niece, Amber Rodgers. A celebration of Scott’s life will be held 1:00 p.m., Sunday, August 7, 2022 at Isle of Hope ...
Franklin Raymond Boyette, Sr. - JUL 30, 2022
Franklin Raymond Boyette, Sr., 83, passed away Saturday, July 30, 2022 at his home with his family by his side. Frank was born May 25, 1939 in Metter, GA to the late Julian and Myrtle Kangeter Boyette. As the third of nine children, he came from humble beginnings but Frank’s determination and drive drove him to succeed at everything he tried. Frank was a born optimist who never met a stranger, and answered to aliases including Raymond, Scrappy, Sarge, Pepop, Pop and Handsome Frank, depending on how you knew him. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sibl ...
James Austin "JIM" Doubleday - JUL 30, 2022
Jim Doubleday, longtime Savannah musician passed away Saturday at his home with his wife by his side. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Fox & Weeks, Hodgson Chapel. ...
Latronda Daniels Coleman JAN 03, 1977 - JUL 30, 2022
The sunrise of Latronda Daniels Coleman was January 3, 1977 to Virginia Gooding and Ernest Daniels. In her journey to adulthood she attended Chatham County Schools and later she found the man she would marry on April 7, 1995. After 2 years of their involvement. On February 27,1996 she gave birth to their first child Rishonna La’Ria Coleman. The journey of motherhood and marriage seemed to create a stronger bond between the couple. They often talked about success and financial freedom in their lives. They continued on their journey of life with the unbreakable bond growing through the yea ...