OBITUARIES

Recent Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Hinesville, GA, Liberty County & Surrounding Areas

Joseph Wade Simmons

Joseph Wade Simmons

Dec 27, 2020

Life is a steppingstone. A pause before we make it home. Joseph Wade Simmons made it home on December 27, 2020.

Wade was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Russell Simmons and Mary Ann Thomas Simmons; his brother and best friend, Walt Simmons; and his pride and joy poodles, Haley and Samantha, who were all patiently waiting for him...

Jennifer Dawn LeFevre

Jennifer Dawn LeFevre

Dec 27, 2020

Jennifer Dawn LeFevre (Ackman), 46, passed away on Sunday, December 27, 2020 at St. Joseph’s Hospital.

Jennifer lived most of her life in Hinesville. She was a 1994 graduate of Bradwell Institute. She worked as an inspector at Elan Technologies for 5 years and as a secretary for Woodland Lakes Property Owners Association. She had a larger-than-life personality and loved...

Richard Lee Spinden

Richard Lee Spinden

Dec 26, 2020

Richard Lee Spinden, 54, passed away on Saturday, December 26, 2020 at Liberty Regional Medical Center.

He was born on March 12, 1966 in Denver, CO and lived there most of his life working in the oil fields of Colorado and North Dakota. For the past 4 years he lived in Hinesville, GA. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, kayaking, traveling, and...

Freddie Milton Harden, III

Freddie Milton Harden, III

Dec 26, 2020

On December 26, 2020 Freddie Milton Harden, III of Colonels Island, Midway, GA unexpectedly passed away at the age of 54.

Freddie was born in Savannah, Ga on April 14, 1966. He graduated from Windsor Forest High School where he met his wife, Tammi. They married in March of 1988 and together raised two beautiful daughters, Caila Lindsey and Lori...

Richard C. Scott

Richard C. Scott

Dec 26, 2020

Richard C. Scott, 70, passed away on Saturday, December 26, 2020 at home.

Richard was born and raised in Syracuse, NY, and lived the past ten years in Hinesville. He was an avid fisherman. He was a carpenter and had a passion for woodworking.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Shirley.

He is survived by his daughter, Kathy;...

Anne "Tina" Gillison

Anne "Tina" Gillison

Dec 20, 2020

Anne “Tina” Gillison, 86, of Hinesville, GA passed away on Sunday, December 20, 2020 at St. Joseph’s Hospital.

Tina lived in Hinesville for over 30 years. She had a huge heart for all animals, especially her cats and dogs. She served as the Liberty County Humane Shelter’s President for several years. Her family and friends will miss her sense of...

Cheryl Lynn Hawkins

Cheryl Lynn Hawkins

Dec 12, 2020

Cheryl Lynn Hawkins, 38, passed away Saturday, December 12, 2020 at Liberty Regional Medical Center.

Born August 10, 1982 at Fort Stewart, Georgia, Cheryl moved back to Hinesville in 2008.  She was a beloved employee of the Hinesville Police Department, before falling ill in 2012. 

Cheryl will always be remembered for her bright smile and infectious laughter.  Cheryl was...

Leigh Ann Alexander

Leigh Ann Alexander

Dec 12, 2020

Leigh Ann Alexander, 49, passed away suddenly on Saturday, December 12, 2020.

A Liberty County native and resident for most of her life, Leigh Ann was born on October 10, 1971.  She worked as an office manager at Happy Acres Housing for over twenty years and had been a member at Rye Patch and Elim Baptist Churches over the years. ...

Charles "Chuck" E. Frost

Charles "Chuck" E. Frost

Dec 7, 2020

Charles “Chuck” E. Frost, 66, passed away on Monday, December 7, 2020 at home surrounded by his family.

Chuck was originally from Wrightsville, GA and lived in Hinesville the past 34 years. He was a farmer and also worked in construction most of his life. He loved being a farmer and also enjoyed gardening and fishing.

He was preceded in...

Iris Spradley

Iris Spradley

Dec 7, 2020

Iris Patricia Floyd Spradley, 73, passed away on Monday, December 7, 2020 at home surrounded by her loving family.

Mrs. Spradley was a lifelong resident of Liberty County and opened Fish World and Pet Shop, which was the first pet store in Hinesville.  She volunteered with the Liberty County Department of Family and Children Services and was a beloved Youth...

Anna Lou Hustak

Anna Lou Hustak

Nov 28, 2020

Anna Lou Hustak, 88, passed away on Saturday, November 28, 2020 at Azalealand Nursing Home in Savannah. She was born in Schofield Barracks, HI and lived the past 54 years in Hinesville. She was a faithful member of the Catholic Church.

Anna was truly blessed with many talents, including cooking, sewing, cross stitching, crocheting, and knitting. She was an avid...

Alton “Randy” Lanier

Alton “Randy” Lanier

Nov 27, 2020

Alton Randall “Randy” Lanier, 60, passed away on Friday, November 27, 2020 in Jacksonville, FL after a long illness. 

Randy grew up and spent most of his life in Richmond Hill.  He graduated from Richmond Hill High School in 1978.  He enjoyed going to the beach whenever he could with family and friends.  He worked at Hobart Industries in...

Molly Leann Daigneault

Molly Leann Daigneault

Nov 26, 2020

Molly Leann Daigneault, 31, passed away on Thursday, November 26, 2020 at home.

Molly grew up in Dalton, GA and lived the past few years in Hinesville, GA. She enjoyed taking pictures of everyone and everything. She was the “selfie queen.” She loved animals and people. In a world that can feel heavy, Molly always provided light. She was a...

Donley Bruce Watkins

Donley Bruce Watkins

Nov 23, 2020

Don Watkins went home to be with the Lord on November 23, 2020.

Don was born in West Columbia, SC, on February 4, 1943. He was the third youngest child of J.B. and Edna Watkins of West Columbia. He attended Brookland Grammar School. He was an all-star baseball player for the Bar-B-Q Inn. He graduated from Brookland-Cayce High School in...

Carl Bradley

Carl Bradley

Nov 15, 2020

Carl Bradley, 62, passed away on Sunday, November 15, 2020 at home surrounded by his family.

He was a lifelong resident of Gum Branch and attended Elim Baptist Church. He was very mechanical and enjoyed working on cars and lawnmowers; as well as working on and riding his Gator ATV. He also enjoyed hanging sheetrock. More than anything he loved...

Joanna Deason Bernard

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

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

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

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

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...