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Beverly Oleta Calloway Matteson
Jul 12, 2023
CLAXTON: Beverly Oleta Calloway Matteson, 86, passed away Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at Camellia Heath and Rehab. She was a native of Dade County Florida and was of Baptist Faith. Ms. Matteson is a retired Register Nurse. SURVIVORS: son, David (Sandra) Marsh of Collins; daughter, Janet Richardson of Metter; six grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. FUNERAL: service will...
William Byron "Dub" Hawkins
Jul 8, 2023
CLAXTON / ACWORTH: William Byron “Dub” Hawkins, 93, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2023, surrounded by his family and lots of love. Dub was born October 22, 1929, in Lake Providence, Louisiana. His family growing up knew him by his initial, “B”. He not only lived a long life but a full life! He is now rejoicing with his...
Mark Gridley Dement
Jun 26, 2023
BULLOCH COUNTY: Mark Gridley Dement of Bulloch County passed away on June 26, 2023, in Evans County while doing what he loved most- flying. After graduating high school he obtained his fixed wing certificate in 1976. In 1983, he enlisted in the military where he obtained his rotor wing certificate and was an Aeroscout helicopter pilot with the U.S. Air...
Janice A. McGlashan
Jun 25, 2023
CLAXTON: Janice McGlashan, 81, passed away June 25, 2023 at Camellia Health and Rehabilitation. Although she never had children of her own, Janice grew to love all the children at her sister’s Daycare, “MeMa’s”. We smile and imagine she and Tucker T. sharing crayons together in Heaven. Janice was a lady of simplicity - all she ever wanted in life...
Rory T. Hodges
Jun 21, 2023
STATESBORO: Rory T. Hodges, 64, passed away June 21, 2023 at Augusta University Medical Center after a brief illness. Rory was born in Savannah, Georgia, but spent most of his early life in Evans County, later settling with his family in Statesboro for the past twenty-seven years. Rory attended the University of Georgia and Swainsboro Technical College. He worked all...
Beverly "Bev" Edwards Freeman
Jun 18, 2023
CLAXTON: Beverly Edwards Freeman, aged 98 years and cherished by family and friends, passed away on June 18, 2023. It is with profound sadness that we share news of the departure of a remarkable individual who touched the lives of so many during her time with us. While we mourn the loss of a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and...
James Franklin "Buddy" Benton
Jun 5, 2023
BELLVILLE: James Franklin (Buddy) Benton, 86 passed away Monday, June 5, 2023 after a short illness. He was born November 7, 1936 in Duplin County, NC and moved to Georgia with his family in 1940. He retired from the US Army in 1976. He was a man of honor and integrity and had a great love for his family along...
Anna M. Denton
May 25, 2023
CLAXTON: Anna M. Denton, 87, passed away May 25, 2023 at East GA Regional Center, Statesboro, GA. She was a native of Indian Island, Old Town, Maine and Anna was born on the Penobscot Reservation in Maine. She was very proud of her Native American Heritage and was interested in holistic health. She excelled at shopping and loved buying Indian...
David Randall "Randy" Kennedy
May 22, 2023
CLAXTON: David Randall “Randy” Kennedy, 63, passed away Monday, May 22, 2023 at Augusta University Medical Center. Randy was a native of Evans County. With the exception of his four years of service in the United States Air Force and work in Cumming, Georgia as a builder, he has lived his entire life in Claxton. He was a member of...
Arthur Lavern Fox
May 21, 2023
CLAXTON: Arthur Fox, 90, passed away May 21, 2023. He was born in Wilford, Indiana, but has resided in Evans County since 1974. After high school, Arthur and his wife, Ester, joined the United States Army. He retired after more than twenty years of service. During that time, Arthur proudly served two tours in Vietnam with no injuries. He also...
Billie Uhlman Strickland
May 20, 2023
CLAXTON: Mrs. Billie Alma Uhlman Strickland, 88, passed peacefully into eternity with her Lord and Savior, at home, on Saturday, May 20, 2023. Billie was born at home on April 7, 1935, in Tifton, GA. She graduated from Tifton High School, attended Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College and worked at the University of Georgia while her husband attended school there. She...
Vernon Lanier Anderson
May 19, 2023
EVERGREEN COMMUNITY: Mrs. Vernon Lanier Anderson 97, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great grandmother, died peacefully at Willow Pond Assisted Living in Statesboro, on Friday night, May 19, 2023. Vernon was a member of the Evergreen Baptist Church, growing up in the Evergreen Community until her marriage in April 1946, after which she and her husband moved to Savannah....
Ronnie Joe Todd
May 12, 2023
CLAXTON: Ronnie Joe Todd, 73, passed away May 12, 2023 at Ogeechee Area Hospice in Statesboro, GA. After retiring from Borden’s Milk Company and Georgia Department of Corrections, Ronnie Joe jumped into the restaurant business and reopened Mrs. Rogers Restaurant. He spent a lot of time around the tables with a cup of coffee and a group of friends. Friends...
Raymond Reginald DeLoach
May 5, 2023
CLAXTON: Raymond Reginald DeLoach, 81, passed away May 5, 2023 at his home. The Evans County native was a welder for many years and a jack of all trades. He loved spending time with family, playing poker, and sitting in his swing on the porch. Preceded in Death by, wife of 52 years, Yvonna Jean DeLoach parents, Leroy and Lola...
Edytha Lightesy Godbee
May 3, 2023
CLAXTON: Mrs. Edytha Lightsey Godbee, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend passed away Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at the age of 83, surrounded by her loved ones. She left a legacy of love, faith, and happiness, always with a smile. Born and raised in Claxton, Georgia, Edytha attended Claxton High School, where she graduated in 1958. During high school,...
Ann Riggs
Apr 29, 2023
CLAXTON: Ann Collins Riggs, 86, passed away April 29, 2023. She was a native of Evans County. Ann was a homemaker, dedicating her life raising her family in love and truth. Along with being a homemaker, Ann drove School Bus number twelve in Tattnall County for forty-one years. Ann loved The Lord, and was a loyal and active member of...
Kenneth Jerrell Nesmith
Apr 27, 2023
CLAXTON: Kenneth Jerrell NeSmith, 83, passed away April 27, 2023 at Ogeechee Area Hospice in Statesboro, Georgia. He was a native of Evans County and a member of Sikes Chapel United Methodist Church. Jerrell enjoyed farming in his early years. Later in life he enjoyed rocking on the porch and cutting his grass. He was an avid wrestling fan who...
John "David" Groover
Apr 25, 2023
BELLVILLE: John “David” Groover, 91, passed away April 25, 2023 at home after a lengthy illness. He was born and raised in Savannah, Ga. David was a retired farmer and a Soil Conservation Man of the Year, member of Bellville United Methodist Church and charter member of Bellville Lions Club. He and his wife, Emily, enjoyed touring the United States...
William Michael Huling
Apr 20, 2023
CLAXTON: On Thursday, April 20, 2023, a humble man of deep faith, The Reverend William Michael Huling, age 71, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family. Born in Washington, D. C, he grew up in Macon, Georgia. Graduating from Willingham High School in Macon, he continued his education graduating from the University of Georgia with a B. S....
Irvin Sapp
Apr 12, 2023
CLAXTON: Irvin Sapp, 79, passed away April 12, 2023 at The Gardens Senior Living in Statesboro, Georgia. He was a native of Evans County and a member of Eastside Baptist Church. He had a big heart and helped others generously. He enjoyed fishing, gambling and riding his golf cart. He was preceded in death by his wife, Martha Sapp; parents,...
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