William Dewayne Evans
Apr 2, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William Dewayne Evans, who left this world on Thursday, April 2nd, 2026, at the age of 62. Born on Friday, September 20th, 1963, William was a cherished resident of Sylvania, GA, where he spent his life surrounded by family and friends who loved him deeply.
William was a dedicated welder,...
Warren L. Stafford
Mar 28, 2026
Warren “SPIKE” Stafford died peacefully on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at his Sylvania home of nearly 60 years on Buttermilk Road.
Spike was Born July 9, 1943 in Sylvania and remained in Screven County his entire life. He was the son of the late Williams Jefferson and Lozzie Ola Williams Stafford, both of Screven County.
Nearly everyone in this county knew Spike...
Judith "Judy" Hill
Mar 23, 2026
Judith “Judy” Odom Hill, age 84, passed away on March 23, 2026.
Judy was born on December 4, 1941. She graduated from Screven County High School in 1959 and went on to live a life defined by dedication to her family, her work, and her community.
Above all, Judy was a hardworking wife and mother who was always there for her family....
Brandy Pettit Smith
Mar 18, 2026
Brandy Nicole Pettit Smith, age of 36, Statesboro, GA, passed away on March 18th, 2026.
She was born in Savannah, GA to parents, Anthony and Teresa Pettit. She was a 2008 Graduate of Bible Baptist Christian Academy in Statesboro, GA.
Brandy was a bright light to all who knew her. She had a fun-loving, lively spirit, and a naturally silly personality. Her...
William Joseph Kaiser Jr.
Mar 10, 2026
William Joseph (Joe) Kaiser Jr. beloved father and friend, passed away peacefully at home on March 10, 2026.
Joe Kaiser was born in Monroe, Louisiana, September 3, 1944, and grew up in Albany, Georgia. He was the son of Lt. Colonel William J. Kaiser Sr. and Lucille Clark Kaiser.
He is survived by his beloved son, William J. Kaiser III and his...
Patty Lynn Scott
Feb 27, 2026
Patty Lynn Scott, 67, of Sylvania, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on February 27, 2026, at Jenkins County Medical Center.
Patty was born on May 26, 1958, in Sylvania, Georgia, to the late Virgil R. Scott, Jr. and Betty Brant Scott. She was raised in Screven County and attended Buck Creek Methodist Church as a child, where she began developing the...
Phyllis Marie Godbee
Feb 26, 2026
Phyllis Marie Godbee, 59, passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026 at Memorial Health University Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia.
Born in Palm Beach, Florida, Phyllis spent most of her life there before later making her home in Newington, Georgia. She worked as a dispatcher before dedicating herself fully to her family as a homemaker — a role she embraced with...
Grover Roger Hutto, Jr.
Feb 23, 2026
Grover “Pete” Roger Hutto, Jr., 72, of Sylvania, Georgia, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2026, in Sylvania, Georgia. He was born on March 23, 1953 in Panama City, FL.
Pete was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He shared 28 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Mary Ann Hutto. Together they built a life centered on...
Jacqueline Reddick
Feb 22, 2026
Jacqueline Mae Reddick, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at the age of 97.
Born on December 26, 1928, in Waycross, Jacqueline was the daughter of John Goodroe and Tora Goodroe. She spent her childhood and early years in Waycross, where she was raised. During her younger years, she often traveled to Sylvania to visit her grandmother. It was...
Edward Lehue Sheley, Sr.
Feb 20, 2026
Edward Lehue Sheley, Sr., lovingly known as “Lehue,” passed away on February 20, 2026, at the age of 74.
Born on May 3, 1951, Lehue lived a life defined by hard work, devotion to family, and deep pride in the life he built. He was a dedicated member of Local 96 and retired from J.D. Burns & Sons after years of...
Robert Gilbert
Feb 19, 2026
Robert Gilbert passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at the age of 77. Born in Eufaula, Alabama, on July 20, 1948, Robert spent his formative years in Alabama before making Sylvania, Georgia, his lifelong home.
Robert spent many joyful years as a cook at Walls Diner and at numerous other local restaurants.
Robert is survived by his daughter; Angie Bragg...
Thomas Brantley Hughes
Feb 18, 2026
Thomas Brantley Hughes, of Millen, GA, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 18th, 2026, surrounded by family. Born in Sylvania, GA on Saturday, December 10th, 1938, Thomas lived a rich and fulfilling life filled with love and service.
Thomas devoted much of his career to the Department of Transportation, demonstrating unwavering commitment and excellence. He also contributed his skills at the...
Maranda S. Richardson
Feb 11, 2026
Maranda S. Richardson, 91, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2026, at her residence surrounded by her loving family.
Born on February 10, 1935 to the late J.W. and Janie Sue Sanders, Maranda moved to Oliver, Georgia at a young age, where she built her life and remained in the area for the rest of her days.
She attended Little Ogeechee Baptist...
Lisa Summerall
Feb 4, 2026
Lisa Summerall, a beloved resident of Millen, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 4th, 2026, at the age of 57. Lisa was born on Thursday, March 21st, 1968, in the heart of Millen, GA, where she spent much of her life bringing joy and warmth to all who knew her.
Lisa is survived by her devoted husband, Billy Summerall, and...
Dian Lorraine White
Jan 30, 2026
Dian White, a resident of Sylvania, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 30, 2026, at the age of 78. She was born in Jersey City, New Jersey, on March 16, 1947.
Dian was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Andy Wayne White, and her parents, Frank and Edith Campbell.
Arrangements will be private
Gwendolyn "Gwen" Sturdivant
Jan 29, 2026
Gwendolyn (Gwen) Smith Sturdivant, age 94, passed away peacefully Thursday, January 29, 2026 in Sylvania, Georgia.
Gwen loved to cook for her family especially her homemade vegetable soup. Which will be sorely missed by all of her loved ones.
Gwen is preceded in death by her husband, James Sturdivant, Sr.; parents, Mr. James Sibley and Mrs. Arrie Williams Smith; sons, Jimmy and...
Eunice Levesque
Jan 27, 2026
Eunice Levesque, 80, of Statesboro, Georgia, formerly of Groveton, New Hampshire, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Eunice fought a long and courageous battle with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and kidney failure, meeting every challenge with strength, determination, and grace.
She was married to the love of her life, Paul Levesque, and together they shared...
Kimberly "Kim" Doyle
Jan 23, 2026
Mrs. Kimberly Sowell Doyle, 52, passed away peacefully Friday, January 23, 2026 after a lengthy illness, surrounded by her loving family.
Mrs. Doyle was very involved in Hunting for the Cure and The Outdoor Dream Foundation. She loved the hunting trips and the friends made along the way. Kim possessed a strong passion for helping others, graduating in May 2025 with...
Carl Dean "Rooster" Cannon
Jan 22, 2026
Carl Dean "Rooster" Cannon, 73, passed away on January 22, 2026, in Sylvania, Georgia. Born on October 4, 1952, in St. Augustine, Florida, Carl lived a life rooted in the outdoors and grounded in family.Carl was the beloved husband of Debbi Stansbury-Baldwin. He was a devoted father to Jamie Russell, Jason Cannon, and Erin Vajo. His legacy continues through his...
William M. Earhart
Jan 22, 2026
William M. Earhart, 83, of Sylvania passed away on January 22, 2026 at home surrounded by his loving family.
William serviced 22 years in the United States Navy as a Master Chief.
He is survived by his wife, Judith Pitts Earhart, daughters, Wanda Wood, (PA), Sandra Hawkins ( John Stall),MD, Christine Strock (Tommy Hudson), SC, Dianna (Shannon Kennedy), SC; Twelve grandchildren, Twenty-two...
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