Obituaries

Sally Denise Bruckner Connelly

Sally Denise Bruckner Connelly

May 30, 2026

Sally Denise Bruckner Connelly, 65, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026, at Hospice Savannah after a tough and courageous battle with lung cancer. She was surrounded by the love of her family.

Sally was born and raised in Savannah, Georgia. She graduated from Savannah Christian School and attended Armstrong State College. Throughout her remarkable 45-year career in...

Faye R. Kirschner

Faye R. Kirschner

May 23, 2026

Faye Ruth Kirschner passed away on May 23, 2026, at the age of 81 at her home in Savannah. She was the daughter of the late Pauline Odrezin Kirschner and the late Herman Kirschner. Faye was born on October 15, 1944, in Savannah.

She graduated from Savannah High School before earning her Bachelor of Science degree in Health and Physical Education...

Gerald Thigpen

Gerald Thigpen

May 21, 2026

Gerald Thigpen, 77, passed away at his home on Thursday, May 21, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Throughout his illness, Gerald showed incredible strength and determination, facing each day with bravery and resilience.

Gerald was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, veteran, and friend. He is survived by his loving wife, Angie Johnson; his brother, Johnnie (Tammy) Thigpen;...

Ernest Eugene Bagley, Jr.

Ernest Eugene Bagley, Jr.

May 20, 2026

Ernest Eugene Bagley, Jr 81, a servant of God and devoted family man, after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s disease departed this earthly life on May 20, 2026 in Savannah, Georgia.

He was the son of the late Ernest Eugene Bagley, Sr. and Kathleen Cannon Bagley. Ernie was born in Alma, Georgia on December 17 th , 1944.

He graduated from Glynn...

Priscilla Williams Carter

Priscilla Williams Carter

May 19, 2026

Priscilla Carter, 92, of Savannah, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2026, at home surrounded by her loving family.

Priscilla was born in Brooklet, Georgia, in Bulloch County, at the home of her aunt. She lived a long and meaningful life centered around her family, whom she loved deeply.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Chester Manning Carter, Jr.; her...

Theresa Mary Harkleroad

Theresa Mary Harkleroad

May 16, 2026

Theresa Mary Harkleroad, 52, of Savannah, Georgia died Saturday afternoon, May 16, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Savannah, Georgia to her late parents, Nancy Remion Harkleroad and Marion Gray Harkleroad, Sr. She was truly a gift from above to all of her family. Due to her disability, her parents were not exactly sure of how...

Steven Hucks

Steven Hucks

May 12, 2026

Steven was Born in Myrtle Beach, SC on September 3, 1977. Steven grew up mostly in Savannah. 

Steven served four years in the Navy and worked in retail for several years. 

Steven is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents; Albert and Emily Hucks and maternal grandparents; William (Bill) Wilson and Pat Senna. 

Steven is survived by his father, Craig Hucks and step-mother,...

Linda Maxine Blackstock Croom

Linda Maxine Blackstock Croom

May 12, 2026

Linda Blackstock Croom died on May 12, 2026 at home. She was born in Calhoun, GA on October 28th , 1942; daughter of the late Robert Euell and Vista Smith Blackstock.

Surviving are: one son, The Reverend Dr. Walter Andrew Corbett; grandson, Luke Corbett of Athens and granddaughter Abigail Ruth Corbett of Richmond Hill.

Linda attended Shorter College in Rome, Georgia and...

Peggy June Zeigler

Peggy June Zeigler

May 6, 2026

Peggy June Karacostas Zeigler was born March 4, 1943 in Galveston, Texas to Margaret and Nick Karacostas.  

After living in Jacksonville a brief time, she and her family moved to Savannah, GA. 

Peggy graduated from Jenkins High School and was a cheerleader. It was there that she became a lifelong friend with Beth Page Maner.  Upon graduation, Peggy attended Weslyan College...

Elijah "Eli" Heyman

Elijah "Eli" Heyman

May 4, 2026

A full obituary will appear at a later time.

Marsha Tenenbaum Kessler

Marsha Tenenbaum Kessler

Apr 28, 2026

Marsha Tenenbaum Kessler passed away peacefully on April 28, 2026, at the age of 81. Born in Savannah in 1945 to her beloved parents, Ralph and Pauline Tenenbaum, she graduated from Savannah High School and went on to live a full and meaningful life surrounded by the family and friends who meant everything to her.

On December 16, 1973, she married...

Thomas Francis Kennedy

Thomas Francis Kennedy

Apr 26, 2026

Thomas Francis Kennedy, 91, of Bloomindale, Georgia gained his angel wings on Sunday, April 26, 2026. Tom was born October 18, 1934 to the late William and Rosaleen Kennedy. On May 17, 1958, he married Joan Lee Kauth, who preceded him in death on July 2, 1992. July 24, 1993 he married Dixie Laytham, who preceded him in death on...

Greig A.H. Fine

Greig A.H. Fine

Apr 24, 2026

Greig Fine, 76, passed away peacefully at home on April 24th, after a long illness, with the love of his life, his wife Pat of 38 years, by his side, and his faithful companions, Porgy and Otis, never far from him.

Greig was a man who found his joy in the simple, good things: a day out on the water, a...

Lisa Gail Garriss

Lisa Gail Garriss

Apr 24, 2026

Lisa Gail Garriss, an accomplished interior designer, global adventurer and connoisseur of beauty, died at home surrounded by loving friends and family in Savannah, GA, on April 24, 2026, of ovarian cancer. She was 64.

Born in Hawaii on March 25, 1962, Lisa was raised in Savannah and graduated from high school in California in 1980. After a few years in...

Master Sergeant Donald I. Rondeau, USMC Retired

Master Sergeant Donald I. Rondeau, USMC Retired

Apr 16, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Master Sergeant Donald I. Rondeau, USMC Retired, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and a true hero to many. Donald passed away peacefully at his home on April 16, 2026, surrounded by his devoted son and daughter. He was 90 years old.

Born on October 8, 1935, in Woonsocket, Rhode Island,...

Thai Phan Nguyen

Thai Phan Nguyen

Apr 16, 2026

Phan Thị Quang Thái | 1941 – 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Phan Thị Quang Thái, who departed this life peacefully on April 16, 2026, at the age of 85. With her devoted husband by her side, Thái concluded a life defined by resilience, sacrifice, and an all-encompassing love for her family. Known affectionately...

Dr. Jeffrey Mark Ignatoff

Dr. Jeffrey Mark Ignatoff

Apr 14, 2026

Jeffrey Mark Ignatoff, 83, of Savannah, GA, passed away peacefully on April 14, surrounded by his loving family. Preceded in death by his father, William Bernard Ignatoff, and his mother, Gussie Rosenwald Ignatoff. Jeff was born in Newark, New Jersey on November 30, 1942. He attended Hiram College, graduating with a bachelor of science degree. He then obtained his medical...

Hugh "H.D." David McDougald Jr.

Hugh "H.D." David McDougald Jr.

Apr 12, 2026

Hugh David McDougald, Jr., 93 of Savannah, passed away peacefully April 12, 2026 at home surrounded by his family.

H.D. led a very active life. He was a long time member of White Bluff Methodist Church, the Exchange Club of Savannah, Chatham Artillery, Bacon Park Senior Golf Blitz, First Volunteer Regiment of Georgia, Georgia High School Association Official, active in organizing...

Bobby Wayne Gee

Bobby Wayne Gee

Apr 11, 2026

Bobby Wayne Gee passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026. He was born January 12, 1941 in Montgomery County, Tennessee to Wiley E. and Cecile Gee, and raised in Clarksville, Tennessee the majority of his younger life. He was married and inseparable for 55 years to Mary Jo Pace.

Bobby graduated from Clarksville High School; Austin Peay State College (BS degree);...

David Patrick Furlong

David Patrick Furlong

Apr 6, 2026

David Patrick (Pat) Furlong, age 78, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2026 in Savannah, Georgia.

David was born on December 19, 1947 in Savannah, GA to Joseph James Furlong and Josephine Gnann Furlong.

He was a graduate of Jenkins High School.

David was honorably discharged from the Army in 1973 where he proudly served his country.

David retired from Electrical Union Local 508...