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Olivia K. Brockwell

Olivia K. Brockwell

Jan 16, 2015

Olivia K. Brockwell, 88, of St. Simons Island, died Friday, January 16, 2015 at Marshes Edge. Golden Isles Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.

Don Cook Robertson

Don Cook Robertson

Jan 16, 2015

Don C. Robertson, 73, of St. Marys, GA passed away Friday, January 16, 2015 at Hospice of the Golden Isles. Brunswick Memorial Park and Golden Isles Cremation Center are in charge of arrangements.

Jerry Allen Josey

Jerry Allen Josey

Jan 16, 2015

Jerry Allen Josey, 55, of Brunswick died Friday at his residence. Golden Isles Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.

Fedencio "Tony" Antonio

Fedencio "Tony" Antonio

Jan 16, 2015

Fedencio 'Tony' Antonio, 88, of Brunswick passed away January 16th at his residence. He lived here for 50 years and was retired from the U.S. Navy after 23 years of service. He was stationed at NAS Glynco, he received 4 Good Conduct Metals, the National Defense Service Metal, the Armed Forces Expeditionary Metal and the Navy Expeditionary Metal. He worked...

Charles S. Creech

Charles S. Creech

Jan 13, 2015

Charles S. Creech, 78, of Brunswick, died Tuesday. Golden Isles Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.

Wanell A. Jones

Wanell A. Jones

Jan 10, 2015

Wanell A. Jones, 83, of Brunswick passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 10, 2015 at her residence. Wanell was born April 5, 1931 in Jesup, Ga to Carris and Clara Pharis. After graduating highschool, she attended nursing school in Orangeburg, South Carolina. It was there she met the love of her life, Billy Jones. They were married for 62 years....

James L. Long

James L. Long

Jan 9, 2015

James 'Jim' Long, 58, of Brunswick, died Friday, January 9, 2015 at Southeast Georgia Health Systems, Brunswick Campus. Golden Isles Crematioin Center is in charge of arrangements.

Susan Rae Gorans

Susan Rae Gorans

Jan 9, 2015

Susan Rae Gorans, 66, of Hinesville, died Friday at Hospice of the Golden Isles. Golden Isles Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.

Kelly A. Cowan

Kelly A. Cowan

Jan 8, 2015

Kelly Anita Cowan, 53, of Brunswick, died January 8, 2015 at Southeast Georgia Health Systems, Brunswick Campus. Golden Isles Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.

Angela J. Guest Melton

Angela J. Guest Melton

Jan 3, 2015

Angela J. Guest Melton, 51, of Brunswick, passed away Saturday, January 3, 2015 at her residence. She attended the Golden Gate Christian Academy and was a member of the United Pentecostal Church. Angela had a deep devotion and love for Jesus. She also adored her nieces and nephews. Angela was deeply loved and will be missed terribly. She is preceded...

Robert "Bobby" A. Kern

Robert "Bobby" A. Kern

Dec 27, 2014

Robert 'Bobby' A. Kern, 54, of Hortense, passed away Saturday at Hospice Satilla in Waycross. He was a lifelong resident of Brunswick and was a former shrimper and fisherman. He was a Tugboat operator all over the world. He liked to hunt and fish, and attended Christian Renewal. He is survived by his wife, Lucy Hope Kern of Hortense; his...

Edwin F. Cross

Edwin F. Cross

Dec 23, 2014

Edwin F. Cross left us on Tuesday, December 23rd. He died peacefully at home. He is survived by his wife Tanis Cross; brother, Homer Cross; sisters, Arleen Shuman and Jean Theiss; son, Gary (Na) Cross; granddaughter, Julie (Jason) Echols; 3 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by a brother, Robert Cross and a sister, Genevive Verrill. His parents were Arlie...

Christine B. Strickland

Christine B. Strickland

Dec 17, 2014

Christine B. Strickland, 77 of Brunswick passed away Wednesday at S.E. GA Health Systems. She was a lifelong resident of Brunswick and was employed at Carl Gregory. She was a life member of the American Legion Auxiliary. She loved people and volunteered her services to the community for many years. Christine was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and 'Grannie' to...

Anita Dawn Dean

Anita Dawn Dean

Dec 14, 2014

Anita Dawn Dean, 39, died Sunday at St. Joseph Candler in Savannah. Golden Isles Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.

Joseph T. "Buddy" Willis Sr.

Joseph T. "Buddy" Willis Sr.

Dec 14, 2014

Joseph T. "Buddy" Willis, Sr. 90, of Brunswick passed away Sunday December 14th at S.E. GA Health systems. He was a longtime resident of Brunswick and worked with the U.A. Local #177 Plumbers & Steamfitters Union for 44 years. Mr. Willis was a veteran of WWII serving in the U.S. Army. He is survived by 2 sons, Joseph T. (Karen)...

Carmie Nadine Collins

Carmie Nadine Collins

Dec 13, 2014

Carmie Nadine Collins, 98, of St. Simons Island died Saturday at her residence. Golden Isles Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.

Jack R. Nelson

Jack R. Nelson

Dec 10, 2014

Jack Riley Nelson, 86, passed away December 10, 2014 peacefully at SEGRMC. He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Pauline B. Nelson. Born in Perry, Georgia on April 13, 1928 he made his way to Brunswick in 1962 to open his first automobile dealership, Atlantic Motors, on Norwich Street. He always attributed his business success to...

Jennifer Dolores Grace

Jennifer Dolores Grace

Dec 8, 2014

Jennifer Dolores Grace (DeDe), 42, of Brunswick, went to be with Jesus on Monday, December 8, 2014. She was living at home with her family. The family would like to have a visitation time on Friday, December 12, 2014 from 5 to 7 pm at the First Presbyterian Church of Darien, GA. Thank you for all your love and prayers...

Emma Nell Astin

Emma Nell Astin

Dec 7, 2014

Emma Nell Astin, 83, of Brunswick died Sunday, December 7, 2014 at her residence. Golden Isles Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.

Dorothy F. Netherton

Dorothy F. Netherton

Nov 28, 2014

Dorothy F. Netherton, 92 of St. Simons Island, passed away Friday, November 28, 2014 at Hospice of the Golden Isles. Golden Isles Cremation Center and Brunswick Memorial Park are in charge of arrangments.

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