Mary Elizabeth Purvis, age 77, passed away Thursday, December 5, 2024 at Riverview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Born in Savannah, she was the daughter of John A Wells, and Frances Wells. Mary showed her love for books by working as a librarian for 15 years for the Chatham County Board of Education. When Mary was not working her favorite hobby was Crocheting.

She was preceded in death by, father, mother and husband Michael Purvis.

Mary is survived by son, Robert Lynn, daughter in law Sherry; brother, John Wells, sister in law Patti; sister, Maureen Bateman , brother in law Curtis Bateman; grand daughter, Racheal Conner; and several nieces and nephews.

Families First Funeral Care is in charge of arrangements for Ms. Purvis.

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February 24, 1966 – November 26, 2024

Tamara Pierce, 58, of Savannah, Georgia, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on November 26, 2024, at 9:30 p.m.

Born on February 24, 1966, in Silvis, Illinois, Tamara was the beloved daughter of Thomas and Sharon Kelley.  She was preceded in death by her cherished mother, Sharon Kelley, and several other close family members. Tamara was the 35 year loving partner of Wayne Pierce.

Tamara’s greatest joy in life was her family. She is survived by her three children, Michael (40), Jason (36), and Ashley (34), all of Georgia, and  eight treasured grandchildren: Chayton, Harper, Arya, Madelyn, Levi, Kaiser, Mackenzie, and Skylen.

She dearly loved gardening, fishing, and spending quality time with her grandchildren, who were the light of her life.

Tamara is also survived by her father, Thomas Kelley, and her siblings: Thomas Jr., Lisa, and Lourne, all residing in Illinois.

A visitation to honor Tamara’s life will be held on December 12th from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at:

Families First Funeral Care & Cremation Center

1328 Dean Forrest Road

Savannah, GA 31405

(912) 777-4473

Tamara’s warmth, love, and devotion to her family will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her.

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Bishop J. C. Walton was born October 31, 1933 in Magee, MS to the union of Johnnie and Lyda
Walton. He is the youngest of three children. During his childhood, the family moved to
Hattiesburg, MS. where he was educated and became a construction worker. Bishop Walton
was baptized at Savannah Grove B. C., pastored by the late Rev. Cecil Newell. He was
previously married to Myrtle Mae Lawrence and this union yielded nine children.

He was baptized in the name of Jesus at Faith Temple Church of God – The Holy Ghost Center,
pastored by the late Archbishop Henry Dabon, Jr. Later in life, he met and married Doris
Dabon. During this union, he and his wife were ordained as ministers of the gospel and
consecrated as Bishops together. He served as Sunday School teacher, head deacon and
assistant to the pastor. After having visited Jackson, MS on their honeymoon, the Waltons
decided they wanted to make their new home in Jackson. In Jackson, MS, he organized Church
of the Living God. He served as pastor of this church until they moved back to New Orleans
many years later. During this ministry, Bishop Walton called many to Christ and helped many
who were homeless, many who were without transportation, who were without food and even
many who were without money. He married, christened, baptized and buried all whom God
brought to him. Bishop Doris Walton worked right by his side. They were married Forty-three
years. Bishop J. C. Walton is currently a member of Macedonia Christian Church; Pastored by Reverend
Kenneth Hill in Alabama.

Bishop Walton was a man who never tired of talking about Jesus. He was a man who thought
everybody could be saved, so he talked to whomever came in his path about our Lord and
Savior, Jesus Christ.

Bishop Walton is preceded in death by his father and mother, Johnnie and Lyda Walton, his
sister, Louise Dozier. his brother Roosevelt Walton, his grandson, Titus Walters, his daughter
Tammie Walters, his son Billie Dale Walters, his step grandson, his step-daughter Connie M. Gaspard,
Glenn Williams, Jr. and his daughter-in-law, Corrine Walters.
He leaves to cherish his memory, his beloved wife, Bishop Doris D. Walton, Desire Coleman,
Willie Walters, Alton Walters (Sharlene), John Walters (Linda), Jimmy Walters (Sherita) Aaron
Walters, Delores Walters, Terilyn Stewart (Jeffrey), Jewel Everette (Eddie) and a host of
grandchildren, step grandchildren, great and great-great, grandchildren, step great and great-
great grandchildren and other relatives and friends.

 

Services will be held Saturday, 1:00pm, December 14, 2024, at Families First Funeral Care Chapel, 1328 Dean Forest Road, Savannah, Georgia 31405.

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Richard Donald Sinex
February 5, 1958 – November 18, 2024

Richard “Ricky” Sinex, passed away suddenly November 18, 2024, at Candler Hospital in Savannah, at the age of 66.  His loss was completely unexpected, and his family is profoundly saddened.

Ricky is preceded in death by his parents, Robert David Sinex, Sr. and Rose Gertrude Sinex, as well as his brother Bobby Sinex and niece Amanda Page.
He is survived by two nieces Kristy Clark (Savannah, Ga) and Jaime Boyd (Port Wentworth, Ga). Ricky also leaves behind many beloved great nieces and nephews, friends who were like family and his two beautiful fur babies Diana and Dino.

Ricky worked for Servpro in Savannah, Ga for over 40 years.  He was a hard worker and a jokester; he loved to try and make everyone laugh as often as he could. Ricky was caring, had a loving soul and was always there to lend a helping hand.

Ricky enjoyed going to the beach, listening to music, watching movies, collecting art, walking his dogs, and spending time with family and friends. Remembered for his kindness, humor and love of family, Ricky will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

His departure comes as a great shock and a deep wound, and it is gravely felt by his entire family and countless others who loved him.  Although Ricky is gone, he will live in our hearts forever.

A Celebration of Ricky’s life will be held at a future date on Tybee Island.

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“It is more blessed to give than to receive.” Acts 20:35

My sweet husband lived his life in this way. Samuel Cody Remley, my
beloved husband/partner and friend, passed from his physical body to
an eternal life after a years-long battle with ALS on Veterans Day.

Sam truly knew that it was more blessed to give than to receive. His
generosity knew no bounds.

Sam had a lifelong relationship with advocacy, going back to his high
school days at Jenkins High in Savannah. He worked with inner
city youth during some of the most daunting times of the south,
segregation. He had no fear in becoming deeply involved and doing all to help bridge differences.

He was a veteran of the armed forces and a graduate of Armstong University.
He took great consideration of others and lived his life giving as
much back as he received.
Throughout his illness he continued to mentor and be of comfort to
those struggling with mental illness through the Savannah
Citizen advocacy group.

His relationship with spirituality and religion was also a driving factor in his life.

Exploring many versions of what it meant to be
spiritual or religious…or not. He respected all views and enjoyed
lively discussion on these topics.

An avid reader of world and American history, politics, biographies of many, he had at least 2 or 3 books going at a time. Another of his
favorite hobbies was joyfully walking the neighborhoods for miles
picking up trash with his bare hands as he could not stand the
ugliness of it while out in nature. Our lovely neighbor once
reprimanded him to at least put on rubber gloves.

Sam was a native and resident of Savannah. Although he had not lived
here for years prior, Savannah always held a special place in his
heart and he was thrilled to move back home. The ability to spend time
with his aging parents meant the world to him.  He lived life to the
fullest and especially loved spending time with his family, and his
beloved dog Finley who provided such comfort this past year.

His stories and wisdom will be eternally cherished by all who knew
him, he will live in our hearts forever.

Sam is proceeded in death by his parents, William I. Remley and Jean
C. Remley, survived by his
wife, Marie, brother Tim Remley, sister Beth Lewis and husband
Carl. Aunt, Barbara Train, God daughter Leigh Smith Champion, along
with numerous cousins, and plentiful friends.

Services will be held at Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church.
429 Abercorn St, Savannah, Ga. Sunday December 8th at 3:00 P.M.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the ALS.org organization
in Sam’s name.

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