Glennville, GA Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Glennville, Tattnall County & Surrounding Areas
John David Waters
Dec 29, 2023
John David Waters, beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, passed away Friday, December 29, 2023, after a brief illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Prentice and Reba Kicklighter Waters, grandparents, John Wesley and Floy Thompson Waters and Marvin and Maggie Mae Driggers Kicklighter and a nephew, Andrew Paul Waters.
John served in the United States Air...
Cheryl Weitman Durrence
Dec 26, 2023
Cheryl Weitman Durrence, age 58, entered her eternal life with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, December 26, 2023. She was born on December 8, 1965, in Reidsville, Georgia to Lester Elisha and Bessie Watson Weitman. She was raised on her family farm helping her Daddy and Mama and listening to gospel music.
On October 25, 1996, she married...
Michael Gregory Hollis
Dec 22, 2023
Michael Gregory Hollis, 65, known affectionately as Mike, passed away on December 22, 2023 at his residence. Born on April 20, 1958 in Savannah, Georgia, to Robert and Helen Brant Hollis and lived here most of his life.
He was a self-employed carpenter, dedicating his life to his craft and leaving behind a legacy of exceptional workmanship and passion for...
Jerald Erving Morey
Dec 21, 2023
Jerald Erving Morey, known affectionately as Jerry, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2023, at his residence. Born on January 11, 1943, in Brunswick, Georgia to Henry Alex and Arcennie Williams Morey, Jerry led a remarkable life immersed in the captivating world of showbusiness. His career took him far and wide, entertaining audiences around the globe with his extraordinary talents...
Tammy Susan Burke
Dec 9, 2023
Tammy Susan Burke, 62, passed away on December 9, 2023, at Signature Health Care in Savannah, Georgia. She was born on February 15, 1961, in Savannah, Georgia to James Joseph and Elaine Blanton Burke and lived here all of her life. Tammy's career spanned in various industries. Beginning in the textile industry as a seamstress, then joining the Georgia Department of...
Matthew Anthony Anderson
Dec 5, 2023
Matthew Anthony Anderson, 31, passed away on December 5, 2023, at his residence. He was born on July 29, 1992, in Savannah, Georgia to Anthony and Amanda Randall Anderson and lived here all his life. Matthew was a graduate of Star Christian Academy's class of 2010.
Matthew had a wide range of interests and hobbies. He was an avid NASCAR...
Robert Allen Crabtree
Nov 30, 2023
Robert Allen Crabtree, 40, passed away on November 30, 2023, at Memorial Health University Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia. He was born on June 9, 1983, in Savannah, and lived here all of his life.Allen had a fulfilling career as a mechanic at E&E Automotive for many years, before his health no longer permitted him to continue working. His dedication...
Walling Beecher
Nov 14, 2023
Walling Beecher, 82, passed away on November 14, 2023, at Memorial Health Meadows in Vidalia, Georgia under the care of Community Hospice. He was born on November 25, 1940, in Reidsville, Georgia to Morgan Colquitt and Clara Mae Bowen Beecher and lived there all of his life.Walling led a remarkable lived life, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, generosity,...
Margaret Helen Dasher
Nov 13, 2023
Margaret Helen Dasher, 83, passed away on November 13, 2023, at her residence in Glennville, Georgia under the care of Gentiva Hospice. She was born on July 11, 1940, in Holder, Florida. Margaret was a cherished and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to many. Margaret had a deep love for her family and dedicated her life to creating a...
Vernon Robert Peck
Nov 9, 2023
Vernon Robert Peck, 84, passed away on November 9, 2023, at the Memorial Health University Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia. He was born on April 5, 1939, in Homer, New York, growing up in New York and living in Florida until moving to Glennville in 2005. Vernon's career as a Mechanical Engineer at Pratt Whitney spanned 29 years. Not only was...
Melvin Leonard Fort, Sr.
Nov 8, 2023
Melvin Leonard Fort, Sr., 84, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2023, at Ogeechee Area Hospice Inpatient Care in Statesboro. He was born in Baxley on August 16, 1939, to Mildred Collins Fort and Sius Leonard Fort. Melvin graduated from Glennville High School in 1957. He graduated with an electronics diploma from South Georgia Technical College in Americus. On November...
Lillian Joseph Tootle
Nov 7, 2023
Lillian J. Tootle, 90, passed away peacefully at her residence on November 7, 2023, under the care of Ogeechee Area Hospice. She was born on January 11, 1933, in Reidsville, Georgia and lived in this area all of her life. Lillian Tootle was a remarkable woman who wore many hats throughout her life. She was a farmer's wife and dedicated...
Terry Duvon Waters
Nov 3, 2023
Terrance Duvon Waters “Terry”, a man of many interests, talents, ideas, and successes passed away November 3, 2023, in Cairns, Australia. Living life to its fullest each day, he was exploring the beauty of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef just before his unexpected death.
Terry was born May 15, 1941, the eldest of seven siblings, to the late...
Robert David Dubberly
Nov 3, 2023
Robert David Dubberly, 65, passed away on November 3, 2023. He was born on September 5, 1958, in Vidalia, Georgia to Robert and Joan Swindell Dubberly and lived here all of his life.David's journey through life was marked by his remarkable accomplishments and diverse experiences. He graduated from Glennville High School in the Class of 1976 and went on to...
Ronnie Eugene Shoemaker
Oct 26, 2023
Ronnie Eugene Shoemaker, 61, passed away on October 26, 2023, at his residence in Effingham County. He was born in Glennville, Georgia, to Carl Eugene and Carolyn Weathers Shoemaker on October 29, 1961 and was a 1979 graduate of Glennville High School.Ronnie was a well-respected professional who dedicated his skills and talents to various companies throughout his career. He spent...
Mary Michelle Stubbs
Oct 19, 2023
Mary Michelle Stubbs, 55, entered her Heavenly home on October 19, 2023, after a long battle with breast cancer. She was born on June 11, 1968, in Glennville, Georgia to Douglas MacArthur Stubbs and Mary Lois Harper Knight, and she spent her entire life there.Michelle dedicated her career to Ogeechee Technical College, where she worked for an impressive 30 years...
Larry Bruce Branham
Oct 9, 2023
Larry Bruce Branham, age 75, of Glennville, Georgia, entered into his eternal Heavenly rest on October 9, 2023. Larry was born in Springfield, Ohio, on April 5, 1948, to Chester and Eileen Branham. At 17 years of age, Larry left home and family to join the United States Army during the Vietnam War. During his time in Vietnam,...
Shelby Jean Rockmore
Oct 6, 2023
Shelby Jean Banks Rockmore, age 84, born Oct.20, 1938, entered her heavenly home on October 6, 2023, under the care of her daughter, Debbie Allgood, and Northeast Georgia Hospice of Gainesville, GA. She was a native of Auburn, GA and graduated Winder-Barrow High School in 1956. September first of that same year she married the love of her life, Jimmy...
April Swindell
Sep 27, 2023
Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see Jesus (Matt 5:8), April Ginger Swindell, 45, fearfully and wonderfully made, entered the gates of Heaven September 27, 2023 to be reunited with her Creator and devoted parents Arnall and Frances Swindell, whom she missed dearly. Born with special needs, April was a blessing to anyone who knew her. She...
Lula Kennedy Kenney
Sep 26, 2023
Lula Deann (Kennedy) Kenney, 82, passed away peacefully Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at Glenvue Health & Rehab. Born in Glennville, Georgia on December 17, 1940, as one of sixteen children to Carl and Eula Mae Bell Kennedy. Lula lived a life filled with hard work and love for her family. Lula was known for her exceptional work ethic. As a machinist,...
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