About Us
offers a range of services that we personalize to meet the needs and wishes of our families. We offer traditional services in a church, chapel, or at the graveside, along with several cremation options. Our modern chapel seats up to 200 people, and we offer services to residents in Sylvania, Screven County, and surrounding areas in Eastern Georgia.
Our History
In an inspiring fusion of compassion and expertise, Thompson Strickland Waters Funeral Home and Joiner–Anderson Funeral Home have united their services to better serve families in Sylvania, Georgia. This partnership brings together decades of experience under one roof—Joiner–Anderson’s modern facility—offering a seamless and dignified funeral experience.
Thompson Strickland Waters Funeral Home, founded in 1992 by Ed Thompson, James Strickland, and Ronnie Waters, has built a legacy centered on decades of hands-on experience, compassion, and integrity. Their commitment to caring for families with genuine empathy and professionalism is a standard that will continue.
Joiner–Anderson Funeral Home, established in 2008, has become a cornerstone in the community for its contemporary amenities and thoughtful design. Its warm, open spaces and state-of-the-art facilities accommodate a full range of traditional and personalized services, providing families with comfort and convenience when it matters most.
Operating now as Thompson Strickland Waters, Funeral & Cremation – Joiner Anderson Chapel, this joint venture combines modern facilities with deep-rooted values:
State-of-the-art facility: Spacious chapels, serene gathering rooms, and updated technology ensure a tranquil and flexible environment.
Seasoned dedication: Drawing on the founders’ collective decades of community service, every ritual is handled with respect and sincerity.
Unified support: The blended team brings both innovation and tradition, committed to providing personalized guidance through each step of planning.
Together, Joiner–Anderson and Thompson Strickland Waters stand as a strong, unified presence in Sylvania—ready to guide families with compassion, dignity, and unwavering integrity, ensuring that every farewell is handled with heartfelt care.
