Glennville, GA Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Glennville, Tattnall County & Surrounding Areas
David Lee Stanfield
Jan 30, 2024
David Lee Stanfield, known to many as "Top Gun" and "John Lee",54, passed away peacefully at his residence surrounded by his family and under the care of GHC Hospice on January 30, 2024. He was born on December 2, 1969, in Savannah, Georgia to Jerry Lee and Lou Beth Cammack Stanfield and lived here all of his life.
David dedicated many...
Cynthia Kay Adams Spruill
Jan 26, 2024
Cynthia Kay Adams Spruill, 44, passed away at her residence on January 26, 2024. She was born on October 26, 1979, in Statesboro, Georgia, to Nathan Wayne Adams and Cynthia Gicas. She was a 1998 graduate of Tattnall County High School.
Cynthia was a woman who valued impressions and always took pride in her appearance. A stickler about her hair and...
Lamar Stapleton
Jan 19, 2024
Lamar Stapleton,82, passed away Friday, January 19, 2024, at his residence under the care of Georgia Hospice Care. He was born on April 20, 1941, in Broxton, Georgia to Edward and Annie Purvis Stapelton and lived in Douglas, Georgia for many years until moving to Tattnall County.
Lamar was a dedicated employee of Claxton Poultry and Crider Poultry for over 50...
Virginia Elaine Williams
Jan 14, 2024
Virginia Elaine Williams, 71, passed away Sunday, January 14, 2024 at Meadows Regional Medical Center in Vidalia, Georgia. She was born September 28, 1952, to James and Agnes Callihan Caison and lived in Florida for many years.
Virginia had a career with the State of Georgia for many years. She enjoyed various hobbies and interests but was very talented in...
Patsy Waters Durrence
Jan 12, 2024
Patsy Waters Durrence, passed away on January 12, 2024, at the age of 84 at her residence under the care of Ogeechee Area Hospice. Born on June 3, 1939, in Glennville, Georgia, to Charlie Foster and Elizabeth "Dollie" Rachel Branch Waters, Patsy lived here all of her life.She was a proud graduate of Glennville High School's class of 1956. Additionally,...
Frances Louise Driggers
Jan 11, 2024
Frances Louise Driggers, 75, known affectionately as Fran, passed away Thursday, January 11, 2024, at Memorial Health University Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia.
Fran was born January 4, 1949 to Alfred Alan Ferguson, Sr. and Wadie Lee Bazemore Ferguson in Sylvani, Georgia. A graduate of Richard Arnold High School in Savannah, Fran was an accomplished artist, specializing in coastal...
Margie Ann Leinen
Jan 8, 2024
Margie "Marge" Ann Schleimer Leinen, 88, passed away Monday, January 8, 2024, at Ogeechee Area Hospice Inpatient Center in Statesboro, Georgia.
Marge was born out in a country farmhouse near Kirkman, Iowa on February 12, 1935 and was baptized at St. Michaels Catholic Church in Harlan, Iowa. Margie moved to Kirkman, Iowa and started rural school at age 4....
Leroy Johnson, Jr
Jan 7, 2024
Leroy Johnson, Jr., 72, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2024, at Memorial Health University Medical Center. He was born on August 17, 1951, in Miami, Florida. Leroy was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.Leroy had a successful career as a truck driver and was...
Carolyn Grace Shoemaker
Jan 7, 2024
Carolyn Grace Shoemaker, 90, peacefully passed away on Sunday, January 7, 2024 at Glenvue Health & Rehab. She was born on January 5, 1934, in the charming town of Glennville, Georgia to Walker and Mollie Durrence Weathers and lived here most of her life. Carolyn was a dedicated individual who spent 25 years employed with Tattnall County School Systems at Glennville...
Mary Frances Wilkinson
Jan 6, 2024
Mary Frances Wilkinson, went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 6, 2024, at the age of 85. She was a beloved member of the community and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.Frances was born on May 24, 1938, in Soperton, Georgia to Fred and Marie Bryson Horton. One of Frances' proudest accomplishments was finding...
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...
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