Obituaries
John Walton Griffin Jr.
Dec 8, 2025
John Walton Griffin Jr., age 72, passed away Monday, December 8, 2025, in Statesboro, Ga. He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Frances Griffin and his sister Joan Frances Lanier.
John is survived by his adoring wife of 50 years, Michelle and his loving sons, Sean Michael and his wife Brandi and Christopher Lee and his wife Rebecca....
Yvonne Deloach
Dec 5, 2025
Yvonne Deloach, age 88, of Stilson, GA. Went home to be with her Lord peacefully at home, December 5, 2025.
Yvonne was the daughter of the late Hugh Bennett and the late Ada Bennett.
She graduated from Brooklet High School in 1956. She worked at the Savannah Coca Cola on Bay Street. Became a devoted wife to James D. Deloach (Jimmy)...
Velma Elekes
Dec 3, 2025
Val Elekes, 59, of Brooklet, Georgia, passed away peacefully in her home on December 3, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born June 1, 1966, in Alpena, Michigan, Val was the beloved daughter of Joseph and the late Mary Realy. She was the devoted wife of John D. Elekes and the cherished sister of Sandra (Rick) Schuler, Gail (Steve)...
Christine Overstreet Smith
Nov 20, 2025
Christine Smith, a beloved mother, grandmother, and wife, passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at the age of 72. Born on February 19, 1953, Christine filled her days with love, creativity, and devotion to her family.
Christine had a passion for arts and crafts, especially Christmas wreaths and ornaments. Her collection of nutcrackers was admired by many, each piece holding...
Martha Ray Bockman
Nov 18, 2025
Martha Ray Bockman, age 77, of Statesboro, Georgia, passed away peacefully in her sleep on the morning of November 18, 2025. She was beloved for her gentle spirit, her joyful presence, and the deep love she held for her family and her cherished "puppy dogs".Born and raised in Statesboro, Martha was the daughter of the late Fred and Oberita Ray....
Rev. Larry E. Bird
Nov 7, 2025
Rev. Larry E. Bird, age 78, passed away November 7, 2025 at home surrounded by his loving wife. The Chatham county native moved to Statesboro as an infant and graduated from Marvin Pittman High School. Larry served honorably in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, but was stationed in Korea. He was also a Master Mason with Mt....
Shirley E. Dixon
Oct 29, 2025
Shirley E. Dixon, age 92, passed away Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at Browns Health & Rehab in Statesboro, Georgia. Shirley was born in 1933 to the late George and Agnes Herndon in Baxley, Georgia. Shirley was a longtime member of Lawrence Baptist Church. She was a greeter at Sam’s Club for twenty years before her well deserved retirement in 2010....
Dr. Dolores E. Rangel
Oct 27, 2025
In Loving Memory of Dr. Dolores E. Rangel
Dr. Dolores E. Rangel, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, professor, colleague, and friend, passed peacefully at home in Statesboro, Georgia, on October 27, 2025, surrounded by her husband Carlos, sister-in-law Laura, niece Ana Victoria, son Pablo, and his girlfriend Nina. She was 65 years old.
A native of Monterrey, Mexico, Dr. Rangel lived a life...
Brenda Ann Shellnut Nash
Oct 18, 2025
Brenda Ann Shellnut Nash, cherished wife, mother, and friend, passed away on Saturday, October 18th, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on Thursday, March 29th,1945, in Statesboro, GA, Brenda was a resident of Brooklet, GA, where she created a lifetime of memories with her family and friends.
Brenda was a proud graduate of the Statesboro High School Class of 1963....
Janette Burt Johnson
Oct 16, 2025
Janette Burt Johnson, age 93, passed away Thursday, October 16, 2025, at Willow Pond Senior Care in Statesboro, Ga. Janette was born on July 12, 1932, in Thomas County to the late Glenn and Goldie Burt. She attended Ochlocknee High School and was a member of the Ochlocknee Baptist Church. After graduating from Valdosta College for Women, Janette began working...
Michael David Fry
Oct 2, 2025
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of MIchael David Fry of Garfield, Ga. He was born December 26, 1972 in Warren, Ohio, the son of Rosalie and Robert Crews. Michael graduated from Champion High School and the Trumbull County Joint Vocational School and spent his life using his excellent mechanical skills. He was passionate about cars...
Sylvia Aldrich Hill
Oct 2, 2025
In Loving Memory,
Sylvia Aldrich Hill 1935 – 2025
Born and raised in Bulloch County, Sylvia Hill lived a life rooted in love, faith, and family. At 90, she leaves behind a cherished legacy of hard work, kindness, and devotion. Married to the love of her life in 1952, Sylvia and her husband built a life centered on farming, faith, and family....
Nancy Thomas
Sep 13, 2025
Nancy Thomas, 63, of Brooklet, GA passed away on September 13, 2025, at Ogeechee Area Hospice, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on September 18, 1961 in Jacksonville, FL, Nancy lived a life rooted in love, curiosity, and care for others. She was a devoted mother, cherished grandmother, and a dear friend to many.
Her happiest hours were often spent...
Terri Lynn Forrester
Sep 12, 2025
Terri Lynn Pigott Forrester, age 68, passed away at 6:41PM on Friday, September 12, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones at East Georgia Regional Medical Center.
Terri was a homemaker and a member of Corinth Christian Church near Girard, GA where her husband is the pastor. She met her husband, Rev. Dr. John Forrester in 1982 while she was a student...
Niza Lee Jones
Sep 10, 2025
Niza Lee Jones, age 97, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at Ogeechee Area Hospice Inpatient Facility in Statesboro, Georgia.
Born on September 3, 1928, in Colquitt, Georgia, Niza was the daughter of the late Lonnie Calvin George and Niza Sheffield George. She graduated from Miller County High School in 1945. She was preceded in death...
Roy Linwood Woodard, Sr.
Sep 3, 2025
Statesboro, GA
Roy Linwood Woodard, Sr. passed away on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at the age of 80. Roy was born on September 2, 1945, in Kenly, North Carolina and lived there for his childhood and teen years. His mom and dad provided a loving, caring, and nurturing environment for him and his brother Frank in their home.
Roy was preceded in...
Jimmie Chester Compoz
Aug 18, 2025
Jimmie Chester Compoz, 79, passed away Monday, August 18, 2025, at East Georgia Regional Medical Center. Jimmie was a strong and independent man. He lived in New Mexico for many years but recently moved to Brooklet to spend time with his granddaughter, Destiny and great-granddaughters, Betty Snow and Aurora. He adored them and enjoyed his last few months with them.
Jimmie...
Nicholas J. Scull
Jul 30, 2025
Nicholas “Nick” Scull, a loving husband, proud father, and dedicated professional in collegiate athletics, passed away on July 30, 2025, in Statesboro, Georgia, at the age of 39 after a brave battle with colon cancer. His graveside service will be on Sunday, August 3, at 10:00 am at Live Oak Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr, Downtown Chapel.
A native...
Linda Faye Spears
Jul 23, 2025
Linda Faye Spears passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at Ogeechee Area Hospice after a long battle with cancer. Faye was born in Savannah, Ga to the late Melvin and Frances Hughes. She grew up in Ellabell, Ga and attended Bryan County High School. After high school, she attended South College and then received her Bachelor of Science of...
Preston Jakel Woods
Jul 18, 2025
Preston Jakel Woods, 76, passed away peacefully at his home Friday, July 18, 2025. He was born on March 25,1949 in Savannah, Georgia to the late OC Woods of Metter, Georgia and Dorothy Woods of Effingham. “Jake” as many know him, graduated from Groves High School and spent 17 years in the Air National Guard as well as 30+ years...
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