John “Joe” Mattox
1939 – 2020

On September 21st, 1939, God placed an angel on this Earth in the person of John Mattox. Joe, as he was affectionately called, was the oldest child born to the late Mr. Johnnie Mattox and Ms. Rosa Powell.

Joe grew up in Richmond Hill, Georgia and was a student of Richmond Hill Elementary and graduated as Salutatorian of the 1957 Class of Carver High School.

Joe’s hard heart was influenced by his wife to give his life to the Lord. After a year of marriage he Joined Thankful Missionary Baptist Church and was baptized by Rev. Michael Jones and held a seat there until his health failed.

Joe always held a job and never missed a day from work unless sickness prevented him from going. In 1989 he decided to go to school to obtain his CDL which allowed him to drive for several companies. In 2005 he retired from American Trans Freight.

Joe transitioned to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 12th, 2020 at about 5:00 a.m. His family deeply mourns his absence. Preceding him in death were his parents, two brothers Anthony and Edward Burke, and one sister, Cynthia Burke.

He leaves to cherish his memories: a loving and devoted ex-wife, Ms. Willie Mae Mattox, two sons, John Mattox and Miguel Antwan Mitchell, one daughter, Masheley Mitchell Thomas, one son-in-law, Willis Thomas, four sisters, Patricia Balloon, Debra Burke Harris, Janice Burke and Vernice Burke, three brothers, Eric Burke, Kenneth Mattox and Richard Mattox (soon to be wife Bwana Mack), one stepbrother, Leon Maynor, two grandchildren, Miesha Busby and Jeremiah Busby (J.J.), three great-grands, Alhauni Jazay Busby, Ja’Voni Devan Russell and Joshua Isaiah Busby, three adopted sisters-in-law, Mary Overton, Carrie Grant and Lexi Campbell, three adopted daughters, Elaine Griffin, Tiffany Fields and Sharon Aikens, one God-daughter, Erica LaJoy. Best friend since school, Richard Cuthbert, Jr. 36 nieces and nephews, 48 great-grand nieces and nephews.

Visitation: 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 19, 2020 at Families First Funeral Care with Funeral Service to follow at 2:00 p.m.

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Walter Joe Browning passed away Friday, September 11, 2020 at Memorial Health University Medical Center.

Born in Glenwood, Georgia on June 13, 1936, he was the son of Rubena and Ernest Browning, Sr. Mr. Browning worked as a Master Mechanic for decades at Great Dane Trailers and retired from the lawn mower store at age 75. He was a member of the Georgia National Guard in the 1960’s and a member of the Chatham Artillery until the time of his death. He was a baseball coach in the 60’s for Mothers Club #2, and Derenne Paint in the 70’s at Savannah Gardens Baseball Field.

Preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Robert Lee Browning, he leaves behind his loving wife Sandra after 63 years of marriage; five children, Debbie Williams, Donna Hayes, Walter (Joey) Browning, Jr., Kenneth (Skeeter) Browning and Kevin (Sharon) Browning; brother, Ernest Browning, Jr. (Brenda) of Statesboro; sister, Betty blocker of Rincon; sister-in-law, Merlene Browning of Thompson; ten grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews. His Dachshund Cookie was his beloved pet for many years.

A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, September 18, 2020 at 12:00 PM at Central Christian Church, 6810 Skidaway Road, Savannah with Pastor Lionel Mermolejo officiating.

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Joseph Herman Hohnerlein, Jr, was born January 18, 1944 to his loving Parents, Monice Moody Hohnerlein, and Joseph Herman Hohnerlein, Sr. He passed away Sunday, September 13, 2020
after a long illness.

He was a lifelong resident of Chatham County. Joe graduated from Savannah High School in 1962 where he loved playing football.

After completing High School, Joe began his forty-three year long career
with Union Camp, now known as International Paper Company in the
Maintenance Department.

Joe served in the Air National Guard in the CRC Radar Department for
seven years.

He was an avid fisherman, and loved deer hunting every chance he had!
When he wasn’t working, he was either hunting or fishing. When he wasn’t hunting or fishing, he was helping to prepare meals for his fellow hunters at the campgrounds. Joe was a Charter member of the McLaws Hunting Club and the Egypt Hunting Club.

Joe was a long-time member of the Savannah Shag Club. He was a member of The Richmond Hill United Methodist where he attended services as long as he was physically able.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother, Carl Hohnerlein.

Survivors include his wife, Lynette (Floyd) Hohnerlein, step-daughters, Valerie Brown (Wesley), Amanda Arnold (Matt), step-grandson, Logan Brown, step-granddaughters, Makayla Brown, Isabella Brown, and Mariah Arnold, Sister, Julie Alderman, several nieces & nephews, great nieces & nephews, and many friends.

Joseph Herman Hohnerlein, was a very kind man, and will certainly
be missed by many who Loved him!

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Michael Lance Schlegel
2•16•1981 ~ 9•7•2020

Michael Lance Schlegel, also known as “Schlegel”, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, September, 7th 2020 at the young age of 39.

Michael was born in Corpus Christi, TX on February 26th, 1981. He grew up and lived in Pooler, GA most of his life. Michael graduated from Robert W. Groves HS c/o 1999.

Michael had a passion and skill for HVAC work and at one point had his own business in the trade. Michael was a hard worker and dedicated many long hours to work.
Michael enjoyed softball, had a love for tattoos, and a very big heart.

He is preceded in the next life by both his Brothers and Step-Father.

Michael is leaving on earth, his Mother, his Son who he loved very much, two Neicies, and many close friends and family who cared very deeply for Michael.

The family will receive friends at Families First Funeral Care, 1328 Dean Forest Rd, Savannah, GA 31405, Sunday, September 13, 2020, beginning at 9:30 am.

A graveside service will at Hillcrest Abbey West Cemetery, 1336 Dean Forest Rd, Savannah, GA 31405, Sunday, September 13, 2020, at 10:30 am.

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Lillie Ann Dillahunt was called “Home” on Friday, September 4, 2020 at 10:30 A.M. after an extended battle with COVID-19. Her devotion to God, family, friends and church provided her peace.

Lillie was born to Henry James and Emma Williams on September 24, 1920 in Kinston, North Carolina.

Sister Dillahunt was a devout Christian and began her walk with Christ at an early age at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Kinston, North Carolina. She was a devoted, loyal and an active member of Tremont Temple Baptist Church in Savannah, Georgia.

Lillie retired in 1980 from Totowa Girls Home as a Caretaker for special needs girls for the State of New Jersey.

Lillie Ann Dillahunt was preceded in death by her parents, sisters, brothers and both of her children; Robert Lee Moses, Sr. and Johnnie Moses, Jr.

She leaves to cherish her precious memories six grandchildren, Robert Lee Moses, Jr., Brian J. Moses, Keith L. Moses, Karen Moses, Nicholas G. Moses and Adrianne D. Moses and a host of great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, family, friends and the families in Savannah that cared for and loved her.

Viewing and Visitation will be Saturday, September 12, 2020 from 10:30 to 11:00 A.M. with Services to follow at 11:00 A.M. in the Chapel of Families First Funeral Care, Savannah. Interment: Magnolia Memorial Gardens.

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