Obituaries

Aug 17, 2026

Eva Ann Foss, 92, of Savannah, Georgia, wife of the late Denson Breton Foss, died Monday evening, August 17, 2026 at her home.

Born in Liberty, Texas, she was the daughter of the late Ernest Edward Swain and the late Gladys Kilpatrick Swain. Mrs. Foss was a member of Savannah First Seventh-Day Adventist Church and retired after 27 years of service...

Aug 16, 2026

Maria Trosdal Sparkman, 92, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family and under the compassionate care of her devoted caregivers and hospice staff.

Known to all as Ria, she was born on July 9, 1934, at Telfair Hospital in Savannah to Maria Nelson Davis of Atlanta and Einar Storm Trosdal, Jr. of Savannah. Ria spent an idyllic...

Aug 10, 2026

In Loving Memory of Barbara Ann TysonBarbara Ann Tyson, born November 18, 1936, in Savannah, GA, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2026.Barbara, well known as Ann, was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Born and raised in Savannah, GA, she built a beautiful life that will continue to flourish through the people she loved. 

She was a lifelong member of...

Aug 10, 2026

James Thomas Sheahan Jr., lovingly known as Jimmy, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2026, at the age of 74.

Jimmy was born on August 30, 1951, in Nashville, Tennessee, to James Thomas “Chuck” Sheahan Sr. and Dorothy Starks Sheahan. He was raised in Savannah, Georgia, and spent much of his life in Springfield, Georgia, where he built a life centered...

Jul 31, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Shawn Ray Farley, a beloved father, brother, educator, musician, and friend.

Shawn passed away peacefully on Friday, July 31, 2026, at the age of 77.



Shawn was born on September 30, 1948, in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania, to Ray and Maude Farley.

He later attended Wilkes University, where his love of music continued...

Jul 26, 2026

William Glen Hayman, 47, of Savannah Georgia passed away peacefully at Hospice of Savannah on July 26, 2026. He was a loyal fan of Georgia Tech and loved reading, history, trivia, singing, karaoke, and collecting comic books.

Born in Savannah, Georgia, he was the son of the late Lester and Margaret Hayman. Glen graduated from St. Andrews on the Marsh and...

Jul 26, 2026

C. Robert Friedman of Savannah Georgia passed on 7.26.26 at his home. He is survived by his son, Vidor Friedman, and wife, Allyson Friedman, his son, Daron Friedman, and partner, Antje Hornbeck, his brother, Stan Friedman, and wife, Janna Martin Friedman, as well as cousins, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents Hyman Friedman and Bertha Scheer...

Jul 23, 2026

Karen Lee Stallworth Cross went to be with the Lord on July 23, 2026, at Candler Hospital in Savannah, Georgia.

Karen was born on December 30, 1967, in the former Canal Zone of the Republic of Panama, to Edmund Stone Stallworth, Jr. and Adrienne Clark Stallworth.She was preceded in death by her mother, Adrienne Clark Stallworth.

Karen is survived by her father,...

Jul 14, 2026

Jack B. Phillips, Jr., 82, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away July 14, 2026, with his wife, Mollie, by his side.

Born October 27, 1943, in Greensboro, North Carolina, he spent most of his youth in North Augusta, South Carolina before moving to Savannah shortly after college in 1968 where he and Mollie soon adopted the city as home.Jack graduated from Clemson...

Jul 9, 2026

Lewis Holland Page, born on January 28, 1960, in Savannah, Georgia, was a valued member of Calvary Baptist Church. He was the beloved son of the late Mr. and Mrs. William E. Page, Sr. and is now reunited with his parents and brothers Will Jr., Eddie, Allen, and Lawrence.

Lewis leaves behind his cherished siblings: sisters Patty Anderson (Mike) and Georgia...

Jul 8, 2026

Iris Gignilliat Hanson, age 97, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, in Valdosta, Georgia. Iris was born in Savannah, Georgia on June 5, 1929 to Thomas Hart Gignilliat and Iris Watkins Gignilliat. She grew up in Savannah and attended Pape Private School. In 1950 , she graduated from the University of Georgia and married Elighue Gordon Hanson on June...

Jul 6, 2026

Harry Benton "Hank" Gloss III, 69, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, generosity, and a deep appreciation for history. Born on August 22, 1956, in Welch, West Virginia, Hank lived a life rich with friendships, family, and a passion for preserving the stories of the past.

He was preceded in death by his father,...

Jul 5, 2026

BISMILLAHAbdul Akbar FardBrother: Atif A. Fard - BizzardSons: Amir M. Fard and Jamal HallG D Sister and Brother: Mr. and Mrs. Thomas ShieldsMr. and Mrs. Alonzo Grant (Erica)Mr. Earnest J. JacksonMrs. Jaquline MillerMr. and Mrs. Donald SingletonMr. and Mrs. Dwight SingletonMr. Alonzo SingletonAnd a host of nieces and nephews, cousins and grandchildren. Presiding Imam Ibrahim MalikMasjid Jihad 117 E. 34th Street, Savannah...

Jul 3, 2026

SAVANNAH - Dianne Elaine Siskin, 66, of Savannah, GA, passed away surrounded by family on July 3, 2026. Dianne was known in the community for her years teaching ballroom dancing at Southland Dance Studio, which she co-owned for over twenty years, sharing her love for ballroom dancing with thousands of people across the lowcountry. Following her retirement, she discovered a...

Jul 2, 2026

Samuel E. Driggers, 61, of Savannah, Georgia passed away on July 2, 2026, at his home. 

Born in Savannah, Georgia. Sam worked at the Savannah Newspaper for many years and had recently retired. 

Sam was a member of and worked at, Richmond Hill Baptist church.

Sam was a son of the late Allen W. Driggers and Joyce Kack. He was preceded in death...

Jul 2, 2026

Michael G. Stapen, 82, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born on January 22, 1944, in New York City, Mike moved with his family from the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn to Savannah in 1955. It didn’t take long for Savannah to become home, and it remained the city he loved deeply for the rest...

Jun 28, 2026

Bobby Tash Rovolis was born December 22 nd , 1952, and passed away at home in Woodstock, GA on June 28 th , 2026. 

He is survived by his wife Janie, son Joshua, daughter-in-law Katherine, grandson Brooks, daughter Angel and family, brother Tony, sister-in-law Nancy and nephews, Jimmy and Timothy, as well as extended family. 

He was preceded by his parents  Tony...

Jun 23, 2026

Jun 21, 2026

Elizabeth Ann (Betty) Johnson, 88, of Savannah, Georgia, joined Jesus and many of her beloved friends and family in heaven on Sunday night, June 21, 2026.

Betty was born on January 8, 1938 in Longbranch, New Jersey, to Chester and Helen LaCour. In 1945, they moved to Savannah. After her parent’s divorced, her mother remarried in 1949 and moved to Eatonton,...

Jun 21, 2026

Sheryl L Ranew, went to be with her Lord and Savior on June 21, 2026. 

Born January 7, 1948, native of Savannah, GA. She was the daughter of the late Bill Arban and Lorene Arban. She was a graduate of Savannah High School. She was a long time member of Southside Baptist Church where she met Paul Ranew. Together they shared...