Obituaries

Oct 6, 2021

Mr. Edgar “Ed” Harold DeLoach, Jr. passed away unexpectedly on October 6, 2021 at Fairview Hospital in Dublin, Georgia. Ed was born in Dawson, Georgia on May 7, 1965, to the late Edgar “Harold” DeLoach, Sr. and Eleanor Rebecca Brooks DeLoach.

Upon graduating from Statesboro High School in 1983, Ed proudly chose to serve his country by...

Oct 6, 2021

George William Lambie, age 76, passed away October 6, 2021 under the compassionate care of PruittHealth in Millen, Georgia. Mr. Lambie was born in St. Johns, Michigan to the late George and Grace Ryan Lambie but lived the last seventeen years in Bulloch County.

He was an avid reader and especially loved history books. In the late...

Oct 5, 2021

It is with a broken heart, we announce the passing of Charles Ranew on Tuesday, October 5th in Atrium Navicent Hospital in Macon, Georgia. He was surrounded by his family.  He and his wife resided at Lake Sinclair, Sparta, Georgia. There they attended Island Creek Baptist Church.

Charles graduated from Statesboro High School in Statesboro, Georgia in...

Oct 1, 2021

James R. Tillman, Jr. was born August 12, 1936, in Jacksonville, FL at the old St. Vincent’s Hospital. He was the eldest son of the late J. Roy and Edith Rimes Tillman, direct descendants of the early settlers of Bulloch County, Georgia. A lifelong resident of Jacksonville, Jim graduated to the Church Triumphant on October 1, 2021. Jim was...

Sep 29, 2021

Mrs. Dorothy Dickerson Newsome, age 96, passed away on September 29, 2021 at Magnolia Hills Assisted Living in Clarkesville, Georgia. Regarding her stay in Clarksville,  she had recently said to a friend, “I have the most beautiful view”. Now, in heaven, Dorothy truly has a room with the most beautiful view.

Dorothy was born and reared in...

Sep 24, 2021

Karly Beth Jones passed away on September 24, 2021 at East Georgia Regional Medical Center.  Born to Emory and Julia Jones on July 21, 1980, Karly lived a full life during her short time on earth. She loved cooking, traveling and most of all, spending time with her family.

Karly is survived by and will be greatly...

Sep 23, 2021

Johnnie George Underwood, age 85, went to be with his Lord on September 23, 2021. In his earlier years, Johnnie had lived in the Stilson area but more recently he had called Metter, Georgia his home.

He loved the land and was a long-time farmer, working many years for Stilson Knight Farms. Later in life, his hobbies...

Sep 20, 2021

Lawrence “Larry” Alexander Long, Sr. left behind a legacy in this world on September 20, 2021. Dedicated to God and his family, those who knew him will remember him as a Godly man. Recently having celebrated his 80th birthday, Larry lived a full life spending his final days with visits from his loving family and friends.

He...

Sep 18, 2021

William “Craig” Griffin Jr., age 55, passed away Saturday, September 18, 2021, at University Health Center in Augusta, GA due to complications from COVID-19. He was a 1984 graduate of Statesboro High School and received a Diesel Mechanic Vocational Degree from Savannah Technical College in 1986. Craig was employed with Williams Brothers Trucking and loved driving, working there, and...

Sep 15, 2021

Carl August Walz, 82, passed away September 15th at home under the compassionate care of Ogeechee Area Hospice. He was born and raised in Savannah, the son of Gustav and Lucille (Johnson) Walz. After graduating from Savannah High School in 1957, he attended Georgia Tech and received a civil engineering degree (class of 1963).  He founded Walz Builders of...

Sep 13, 2021

Terri Dawn Carter (Greeson), 48 years old, passed away at East Georgia Regional Medical Center on September 13th, 2021, due to COVID complications. Her daughter Haley was at her side. Terri was a recent substitute teacher at Bible Baptist Christian Academy. She also served on the Children's Ministry at Spirit Life Revival Center for 7 years and taught at...

Sep 10, 2021

Register. GA

Jimmy C. “Jim” Henley , age 54, passed away Friday, September 10, 2021 at Northside Hospital in Duluth, GA due to complications from COVID. He was a 1985 graduate of Statesboro High School and received his Bachelors in Electrical Engineering Technology from Georgia Southern University in 1995.  Jim was employed with Briggs and...

Sep 8, 2021

Randy Ray Cooper (62) of Brooklet, GA suddenly departed this world on September 8, 2021.

He leaves behind his mother (Rosemarie Hotchkiss), sister (Lannette Amon/David), brothers (Shawn Cooper/Debbie & Loren Hotchkiss/Amanda) and son (Neil Cooper).

He is preceded in death by his father (Everette Cooper/Patricia).

Sober for 16 years after troubles, he was...

Sep 8, 2021

Dr. Mary Hazeldine, beloved wife, sister, aunt, cousin, teacher, and friend left us peacefully to be with God on September 8, 2021 in Statesboro, Georgia.  She always had a smile and kind word for everyone.  She was loved by her students and helped to advance many careers.

She graduated from St. John’s High School, McAlester,...

Sep 8, 2021

Joel Durward Puzder, 50 years young, of Brooklet, Ga went home to be with Jesus on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 with his loving wife & family by his side after a long and courageous battle with Covid. Joel was born on September 18, 1970 in Fulton County, Ga.

Joel had a passion for anything fast - including...

Sep 4, 2021

Mrs. Evelyn Ruth Kline Wandell, AKA “Grandma” passed away on September 4, 2021 at her home surrounded by family. Evelyn was born on June 28, 1936 in Waverly, New York to Peter Kline and Lula Parks Kline. She worked many years in New Jersey as a school bus driver before moving to Bulloch County.

Evelyn’s heart was...

Sep 3, 2021

Darrol Wayne Brazil, a beloved husband for 43 years, a devoted Daddy, and an amazing Pawpaw.  He was a true southern gentleman who would give anyone the shirt off of his back.  As a Veteran of the Marine Corp, he was proud to have served his country and would have re-enlisted in a heartbeat.  He was a...

Aug 31, 2021

Mr. James “Jimmy” Allen Pope Jr. age 65 of Brooklet GA went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, August 31, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his father, James A. Pope Sr. and his sister Linda C. Jenkins both of Brooklet Ga.

He is survived by his mother, Janie Pope; his sister, Brenda...

Aug 31, 2021

Gregory “Greg” Patrick Hodges, age 57, passed away unexpectedly  on August 31, 2021. Greg was born in Savannah GA on July 31, 1964 to Johnny and Ann (Oliver) Hodges. He graduated from Statesboro High in 1982.

Prior to losing his eyesight, Greg was the owner of A-1 Quality Carpet. He loved nothing better than to spend time...

Aug 28, 2021

Betty Purkey Carroll, age 73, passed away August 28, 2021 at University Hospital in Augusta, Georgia. Betty was born on September 16, 1947 in Greenville, Tennessee to Paul and Mamie Ramsey Purkey.

She was an amazing, loving and sweet mom and grandmother. She loved to cook, especially for her family. She loved doing all kinds of crafts...