OBITUARIES
Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Hinesville, GA, Liberty County & Surrounding Areas
Joanna Deason Bernard
Nov 14, 2020
Joanna Deason Bernard of Warner Robins, GA, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on November 14, 2020. Her age was “forever young.”
Joanna was born in Washington, DC and her patriotic birthplace carried forward in life, as she could not watch a flag or a soldier go by without standing with her hand over her heart. She...
Chris Bird
Nov 13, 2020
Chris Bird, 62, who was dearly loved by all that knew him went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, November 13, 2020.
Chris was born on July 24, 1958 in Savannah, GA to George and Tommie Bird. Taking after his father’s influence, he became a successful entrepreneur in Savannah. He was the epitome of a hard-working,...
Rachelle "Shelly" Mallonee
Nov 10, 2020
Rachelle "Shelly" Mallonee, 50, passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2020.
Graveside services will begin at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 19, 2020 in Midway United Methodist Church Cemetery.
A complete obituary is forthcoming.
Carter Funeral Bryan Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. To share a memory or leave a condolence, please visit www.carterbryanchapel.com.
Linda Gassaway Dunivin
Nov 9, 2020
Linda Gassaway Dunivin, 76, went home to be with the Lord on November 9, 2020. She was under the care of Coastal Manor in Ludowici during the last days of her illness. She was born in Birmingham, Alabama on March 29, 1944. Her parents were Bill and Johnnie Gassaway of Hinesville, GA. She was the youngest of two children. Her...
Brigitte Dillard
Nov 8, 2020
Brigitte F. Dillard, 67, departed her life on Sunday, November 8, 20220 at Liberty Regional Medical Center in Hinesville.
Brigitte was born in Germany on May 8, 1953 to parents, Kurt and Elizabeth Schilke. She was a devoted employee at AAFES and then Hawks Troop Clinic for over ten years before retiring. She enjoyed being with her family and will...
Deborah Lynn Martin
Nov 7, 2020
Deborah L. Martin, 64, passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2020 at home with her family by her side.
She retired from the Chief of Army Reserves office at the Pentagon after 30 years. She was an active member of The Church at Godley Station in Pooler.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Irene Martin.
She is survived...
John "Benjie" Stokes
Nov 7, 2020
Benjie Stokes, 59, passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2020 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Savannah.
Benjie was born and raised in Macon, GA and lived in Midway the past 15 years. He attended New Life Family Church. He enjoyed wood working, fishing, and watching UGA football. He also enjoyed playing his Taylor guitar. Most of all he loved spending...
Brian Anthony Pelish
Oct 30, 2020
Brian Anthony Pelish, 50, passed away on Friday, October 30, 2020.
He was born on September 30, 1970 to parents David D. and Gertrude Pelish in Poughkeepsie, New York. He lived in New York most of his life and served as a Sergeant in the U.S. Army, his unit was 1-1 AVN Ansbach, Germany. He was a very giving person...
Tommy Joe Boondry
Oct 30, 2020
Tommy Joe Boondry, 69, passed away on Friday, October 30, 2020 after a short illness.
Tommy loved sports and politics his whole life.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur Boondry and Veda Rose Nastasi Boondry.
He is survived by two sisters, Sarah W. Thomas and Rosemary T. Stacy (Vernon); one brother, Art Boondry (Linda); as well as...
Daniel Lee Blazek
Oct 26, 2020
Daniel L. Blazek, 66, of Richmond Hill, GA, passed away Monday, October 26, 2020 at Memorial Hospital surrounded by his family.
Dan was born August 15, 1954 in Oconto Falls, WI to the late Alfred and Lorraine Blazek of Coleman, WI. As a young man Dan began his career with Fort Howard Paper Mill in WI and in 1985, Dan...
Harold Eugene Freeman
Oct 26, 2020
Harold E. Freeman, 67, passed away Monday, October 26, 2020 at Candler Hospital.
He was raised in Indio, California and has lived in Richmond Hill the past 25 years. He served honorably in the U.S. Army for 20 years. Harold was known for his quick wit, his infectious smile, and his kind and compassionate spirit. He enjoyed spending time with...
Mildred S. Hughes
Oct 26, 2020
Mildred S. Hughes, 85, quietly and peacefully passed away on Monday, October 26, 2020 at her home in Richmond Hill after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.
In her early years, Mildred grew up in Richmond Hill where she graduated as class valedictorian and was known as a great athlete who loved being on the water. She went to work...
Irma Mincey
Oct 24, 2020
Irma Mincey, 73, of Hinesville, GA passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2020 at home surrounded by her children and grandchildren after a long illness.
Irma was a retired nurse of 30 years. She spent most of her life taking care of others. She was a very strong woman and a recent COVID-19 survivor. She fought valiantly until the end...
Julie A. Petain
Oct 20, 2020
Julie A. Petain, 79, passed away at home Tuesday, October 20, 2020 with her husband by her side.
Julie was born in Vietnam on February 17, 1941 to Boc and Thi Phanh. She moved to the United States in 1970 with her husband, Kostantine Petain. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She also loved gardening and...
Herbert L. "Mann" Bashlor
Oct 17, 2020
Herbert L. (Mann) Bashlor also known as preacher man, 82, passed away Saturday, October 17, 2020 at Candler Hospital in Savannah.
He was a lifelong resident of Richmond Hill and a member of Daniel Baptist Church. He was an avid fisherman, and also enjoyed singing and playing his guitar. Mann loved God and telling people about the Lord.
He is...
Jane Y. Johnston
Oct 13, 2020
Jane Yarborough Johnston passed away peacefully October 13, 2020 at Station Exchange Senior Care, Richmond Hill, GA. Jane was born on December 15, 1934 in Raleigh, NC to beloved parents William Henry Yarborough, Jr. (1908-1964) and Jeanie Cronly Boatwright Yarborough (1912-1986). She was baptized as an infant at St. James Episcopal Church, in Wilmington, NC. She was predeceased by an...
Michael "Mike" Terry Lyle
Oct 12, 2020
Michael Terry Lyle, 51, passed away October 12, 2020 surrounded by his family.
Mike, as he was known to family and friends, was born on May 4, 1969 in Forrest Park, GA in Fulton County. Growing up, he and his brother, Lee, traveled the country with their family racing motocross. His father, Terry and brother, Lonnie, worked on the bikes...
Jeffery (JAR) Rosemann
Oct 11, 2020
Jeffery (JAR) Rosemann, 59, gained his angel wings after fighting a good fight, on Sunday, October 11, 2020 at Southeastern Medical Center.
He was a lifelong resident of Hinesville and attended Hortense Wesleyan Church. He enjoyed golfing, and bowling. He was a huge NASCAR and University of Georgia Bulldog fan. He loved spending time with his family.
He is survived...
Somnuk Hornbuckle
Oct 9, 2020
Somnuk Hornbuckle, 71, was born on October 12, 1948 in Bangkok, Thailand. She peacefully departed this life on Friday, October 9, 2020.
Somnuk was an Army wife and traveled to many different places. She spent the majority of her life in Anniston, AL. She retired in 2016 from the Fruit of the Loom factory in Leesburg, AL. She was a...
Marlene N. Thornton
Oct 6, 2020
Marlene N. Thornton, 66, passed away on Monday, October 6, 2020.
Marlene was the pianist at First United Methodist Church of Hinesville. She had a deep love for music and for animals. Along with the piano, she played the flute, melodica, violin, and a variety of percussion instruments.
She was preceded in death by her parents, C. Marvin and Elizabeth...

