Obituaries

Glennville, GA Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Glennville, Tattnall County & Surrounding Areas

Leslie Groover

Leslie Groover

Dec 18, 2025

Leslie Groover, 76, passed away peacefully at his residence under the care of Regency Hospice on December 18, 2025, after an extended illness. He was born on December 10, 1949, in Claxton, Georgia to Cecil and Ernestine Groover and lived here all of his life.

He was dedicated to serving his country serving as a Chief Warrant Officer CW5 in the...

Virginia Spires Mulligan

Virginia Spires Mulligan

Dec 18, 2025

Virginia Spires Mulligan, affectionately known as Jenny, was born on April 17, 1943, in the heart of Macon, Georgia. She graced this world with her presence until her peaceful passing on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at At Home Senior Living in Jesup, Georgia under the care of Hospice of South Georgia at the age of 82. Jenny was a beloved...

Mack Merrell Kennedy Jr

Mack Merrell Kennedy Jr

Dec 15, 2025

Mack Merrell Kennedy Jr., affectionately known as "Rusty," ,70, passed away on December 15, 2025, at Optim Medical Center in Reidsville, Georgia. Rusty was born on January 7, 1955, in Glennville, Georgia, to Merrell and Peggy Clark Kennedy and lived here most of his life.

Rusty dedicated his professional life to the trade of insulation installer, working diligently as part of...

Patricia Kicklighter Joyal

Patricia Kicklighter Joyal

Dec 12, 2025

Patricia Kicklighter Joyal, 74, passed away on December 12, 2025, at the HCA Florida Memorial Hospital. She was born on August 23, 1951, in Reidsville, Georgia to William Darwin and Dolores Easton Kicklighter and lived here all of her life.

A proud graduate of Glennville High School, Patricia embarked on a diverse career path, demonstrating dedication and skill in various roles....

Opal Stanfield Wilson

Opal Stanfield Wilson

Dec 5, 2025

Opal Stanfield Wilson, 76, passed away Friday, December 5, 2025 at her residence surrounded by her family and under the care of Regency Southern Care Hospice. She was born January 31, 1949 to Arthur (Joe) and Annie Dinkins Stanfield and lived in Glennville all of her life. She was retired from the Tattnall County Road Department after 28 years of...

Sharon Grooms Smith

Sharon Grooms Smith

Dec 3, 2025

Sharon Grooms Smith, fondly known as Sherry, departed this life on December 3, 2025, at her residence, under the loving care of Ogeechee Area Hospice. Born on September 18, 1956, in Reidsville, Georgia, her life was a vibrant tapestry woven with love, laughter, and cherished memories.

As a devoted homemaker, Sherry embraced the art of nurturing her family with unparalleled warmth...

Ruby Lee Reddish

Ruby Lee Reddish

Nov 19, 2025

Ruby Lee Reddish, affectionately known as Margie, passed away on November 19, 2025, at Evans Memorial Hospital. Born on April 19, 1954, in Savannah, Georgia, to Leroy and Mildred Wilkerson Collier, Margie was a devoted homemaker whose life was a testament to the love and care she showed her family.

Margie embraced a homebody lifestyle, finding fulfillment in nurturing her loved...

Michael Cameron Crummey

Michael Cameron Crummey

Nov 12, 2025

Michael Cameron Crummey of Glennville, Georgia, passed away on his 88th birthday at Glenvue Health and Rehab under the care of Georgia Hospice.

Michael was born in Glennville, Georgia on November 12, 1937 to Willie Cameron and Ida Pearl Futch Crummey and lived here all of his life. He was a proud graduate of Glennville High School, class of 1955, where...

Craig Young Jenkins

Craig Young Jenkins

Nov 10, 2025

Craig Young Jenkins, 68, of Pembroke passed away on November 10, 2025, at Well Star Medical College of Georgia in Augusta,. He was born on October 20, 1957, in Savannah. Craig Lived most of his life in Stilson, Ga with his late wife Linda Carol Pope Jenkins until she passed away in 2007. Craig then moved to Pembroke with his...

Charles Joshua Brannen

Charles Joshua Brannen

Nov 2, 2025

Charles J. Brannen, 96, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away Sunday, November 2, 2025, at Savannah Hospice. He was born and raised in Glennville, GA, on Dry Fork Rd, to Stephen “Olney” and Stella Brannen.

Charles served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, processing troops. After his service, he returned to Savannah and graduated from Armstrong College with a degree...

Larry Hugh Hardenbrook

Larry Hugh Hardenbrook

Oct 26, 2025

Larry Hugh Hardenbrook, peacefully passed away on October 26, 2025, at Camellia Health & Rehab in Claxton, Georgia at the age of 73. He was born on October 31, 1951, to John Raymond and Rosalee Moody Hardenbrook and lived in Glennville all of his life.

Larry was a dedicated individual who spent his career contributing to various fields, including his time...

Gloria Padgett Major

Gloria Padgett Major

Oct 24, 2025

Gloria Padgett Major, 72, passed away on October 24, 2025, at Memorial Health Meadows Hospital in Vidalia, Georgia. She was a remarkable individual whose presence illuminated the lives of those around her.

She was born on February 20, 1953, in Reidsville, Georgia, to Doy and Alma Martin Padgett. 

Gloria was known for her outspoken and vibrant personality, which endeared her to friends...

Maritza Rosales

Maritza Rosales

Oct 23, 2025

Maritza Rosales, a beloved homemaker, passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at Hospice Savannah. Born on November 28, 1957, in Lakeland, Florida, she brought joy and warmth to the lives of all who knew her.

Maritza was a true people pleaser, dedicating herself to the happiness of her family and friends. Her nurturing spirit was evident through her hobbies and...

Jerry Charles Proctor

Jerry Charles Proctor

Oct 16, 2025

Jerry Charles Proctor, affectionately known as “Bubba,” was born on May 24, 1970, in Claxton, Georgia to Jerry and Virginia Cowart Proctor. He was healed and met his Savior on October 16, 2025, at his residence. His life, although marked by challenges, was a testament to resilience, love, and the unyielding bond of family.

Bubba was a lifelong resident of Glennville...

Gregory Shaun Kicklighter

Gregory Shaun Kicklighter

Oct 14, 2025

Gregory Shaun Kicklighter, affectionately known as Shaun, passed away on October 14, 2025, at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida after a short illness, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and laughter that touched all who knew him. 

A resident of Black Hammock Island, Florida, Shaun was born on August 11, 1980, in Savannah, Georgia.

Shaun was a dedicated professional, having built...

Deborah Williams Hudak

Deborah Williams Hudak

Oct 5, 2025

Deborah "Debbie" Williams Hudak, 76, of Savannah, Georgia passed away peacefully at her residence under the care of Hearth Hospice on October 5, 2025. Born on December 16, 1948, in San Diego, California, to Irin and Lucy Lynette Williams, Debbie was a resident of Cobbtown until moving to Savannah in the 1980s.

Debbie married Joseph D. Hudak on November 21, 1980....

Adair Branch

Adair Branch

Oct 3, 2025

Adair Branch, a beloved farmer, father and grandfather, passed away on October 3, 2025, at the Optim Medical Center in Reidsville, Georgia, at the age of 83. Born on October 19, 1941, in Mendes, Georgia, to John Luther and Birdie Purcell Branch, Adair lived a life marked by hard work, dedication to family, and deep faith.

Adair served his country honorably...

Jessica Elaine Moody

Jessica Elaine Moody

Sep 21, 2025

Jessica Elaine Moody, 34, of Glennville Georgia passed away surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on February 25, 1991, to Tommy Moody and Melissa Cranford. 

She was a devoted mother to her two children, William Moody and Jalei Moody, who were the light of her life. She is also survived by her mother, Melissa Cranford, maternal grandmother, Martha Cranford,...

James Anthony Anderson

James Anthony Anderson

Sep 17, 2025

James Anthony Anderson, 56, passed away on September 17, 2025, at Memorial Health University Medical Center. He was born August 15, 1969 in Savannah, Georgia, to Norman and Eunice Harrelson Anderson and lived there most of his life.

He was a dedicated HVAC Technician who took great pride in his work, ensuring that countless homes and businesses were comfortable throughout the...

Shirley Johnson Porter Driggers

Shirley Johnson Porter Driggers

Sep 9, 2025

Shirley Johnson Porter Driggers, passed away on September 9, 2025, at the age of 83 surrounded by her family and under the care of Hospice of South Georgia. Born on August 22, 1942, in Ludowici, Georgia, to Harry Lee and Dollie Kate Purcell Johnson, Shirley’s life was a tapestry woven from the threads of love, family, and resilience.

Best known for...