All Obituaries

Mrs. Faye Real Lanier, 76, of Metter passed away on May 19, 2023 at Azalea Nursing Home in Metter. She is preceded in death by her husband Mitchell “Mickey” Lanier, her son Mitchell “Scott” Lanier, her parents Ray and Madeline Real, her brother, Bill Real and son-in-law Chris Hodges. She is survived by her daughter, Mandy Hodges (Jason Patterson), granddaughters MaKayla (Wil) Miller, Meredith (Tyler) Knight, Paige (Hunter) Vaughan, Payton Hodges (Randan Rigdon)...

Mrs. Barbara Kay Stroyeck, passed away peacefully at the age of 83 at Landmark Hospital in Savannah Georgia, after a brief illness. Barbara was born August 13, 1939. Barbara married her husband, Bruce Stroyeck of 65 years on July 26th, 1958. They navigated through the years together, on their incredible journey, as one, they raised one son and three daughters, providing for them, a home full of love and guidance.   Barbara was known for her infectious smile and big heart. She never...

Ms. Joan Camile Giannetti, 81, of Metter, passed away peacefully, Friday afternoon, May 05, 2023 at her residence. Joan was born on June 24, 1941 in Paterson, New Jersey to Mr. Alfred Carnen Sr. and Rose Ascenzo Giannetti.   Joan was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by a brother, Alfred Carnen Giannetti Jr., and a sister Camile Lillis. Also surviving are some nieces, and a wonderful caregiver Ms. Sandra Loy.   A private memorial service will be conducted by the...

Ms. Wynell Jackson Boatright, 91, of Savannah passed away Saturday, April 29, 2023, at Memorial Health University, in Savannah. Ms. Wynell was born on January 24, 1932, to Mr. Julius Emory Jackson, Sr. and Carrie Lou Thurmond in Candler County.   Wynell was preceded in death by her parents, a son Randy Boatright, a grandson Randall Brad Boatright, also preceding her in death were four brothers, Oscar Franklin Pierson, James Thomas Jackson, Julius Emory Jackson Jr., and Johnny Lamar...

Ronald Edward Hicks, 82, of Pulaski passed away April 22, 2023, at Memorial Hospital in Savannah. He was born September 29, 1940, in Bakersville, CA to the late Melvin L. and Orel Sue Allen Hicks.  Ronald graduated from Bakersville High School. After graduation, he joined the Air Force at the young age of 17. He proudly served for 22 years and went on to serve another 16 years with the First Ranger Battalion. He was an avid football and baseball fan supporting his teams, the Denver...

Mr. Alonzo Jurue Owens, 90, of Metter passed away at Augusta Universty Medical Center, Sunday afternoon April 16, 2023. Jurue was born July 21, 1932 to Mr. Joseph Allen and Bessie Agerton Owens in Metter. He was a veteran of The United States Army and was a truck driver. Jurue was preceded in death by his parents and wife Robbie Mikell Owens. He is survived by two sons, Leslie Jurue Owens, Joseph Owens and two daughters Angel Durrence and Robin Parkerson. Also surviving are eight...

Mr. Roy Dean Beasley 71, of Metter, slipped peacefully into the loving arms of Jesus, at East Georgia Regional Medical, on April 12, 2023, with his loving family at his bedside. Roy was born on June 3, 1951, to Mr. James Andrew and Mrs. Juanita Humphrey Beasley in Metter. Roy worked with Dr. W.L. Moore D.V.M. for many years., and later retired from ITT Grinnell in Statesboro.   Roy was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Allen Beasley, and two sisters, Brenda Beasley and Sandy...

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Mr. Gary Lee Webb, 61 of Twin City Ga., passed away Monday April 3, 2023, at Augusta Health Medical University in Agusta Georgia., after a brief illness. Gary was born on June 4, 1961, to Clarence Thomas and Peggy Joyce Martin Webb, in Swainsboro, Georgia. Gary was employed as an iron worker (fabricator), with Emco Metal. Gary was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Richard Webb. He is survived by a son Dalton (Jerica) Webb, and a daughter, London (Michael) Mingo. Also surviving...

Mrs. Judith Ray Allen Hirt, 85, of Metter passed peacefully into the loving arms of Jesus; on the evening of April 1, 2023, with her loving family at her bedside. Judy was born on February 12, 1938, to Mr. Herbert and Myrtle Norman Allen.   Judy loved her family; her grandchildren were the apple of her eye. The door to her house was always open to her family and friends. She loved to cook and was known throughout the community for baking delicious cakes. Judy was quick to share her...