Riggs Funeral Home

George Luther Roe, 73, passed away at his residence on Monday, December 11, 2023. Surrounded by his loving family, George's journey on earth came to an end, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of all who knew him. Born on March 5, 1950, in Ironton, Ohio to Luther and Wilma Roe. Growing up alongside his brother, John Roe, and sisters, Irene Primm and Elsie Fairchild, George developed a deep sense of love and loyalty towards his family that remained with him throughout his life. George worked for many years at Florida Power as a Telecommunications Technician. He dedicated himself to his work with unwavering commitment and exceptional talent. Beyond his professional endeavors, George...

Nancy Jean Ross, 82, passed away Thursday, November 9, 2023, at Pruitt Health in Savannah, Georgia. Nancy was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on August 22, 1941, and lived in Georgia on Whitemarsh Island for the last few years. She loved spending time listening to Elvis Presley, shopping, and growing Orchids. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 55 years, Red (Ron) Ross; mother, Mabel Marshall; father, Edrie Wood; brother, Ed Wood; and sister, Patricia Davis. Nancy leaves behind to cherish her memory, sons, Ronald Ross (Jack) and Michael Ross (Vickie); brothers, Bill Marshall (Melinda) and Rick Marshall (Rena); 2 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren; several nieces and...

Mina Kronenberger, 74, went to be with the Heavenly Father on Saturday, June 10, 2023. Mrs. Kronenberger was born in Seoul, Korea on September 24, 1949, and lived in Savannah for most of her life before moving to Effingham in 2014. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, sewing, and most of all spending time with her family and pets, Fefe and Tete. She will be missed by all who knew her, and will be remembered as caring, selfless, and hardworking woman. She is survived by her husband, Randall Kronenberger; son and daughter in law, Timothy and Marybeth Kronenberger; daughter and son in law, Teresa and Robert Johnson; daughter and son in law, Tina and Michael Caldwell; and grandchildren Drake and...

Charles Lamar Helmuth, 88, passed away Monday, September 2, 2019, at Effingham County Hospital. Visitation will be held at Riggs Funeral Home on Friday, September 6, 2019 for 11AM-1PM with funeral services to follow at 1PM in the chapel of the funeral home. For full obituary visit www.RiggsFH.com

Ralph VanBuren Zipperer, 51, died August 22, 2019 at his home unexpectedly. A funeral service will take place at 11am on Monday, August 26, 2019 at Riggs Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Interment will take place in Brewton Cemetery. For full obituary visit www.RiggsFH.com

Mr. John Arthur Battle, 82, passed away Thursday, August 15, 2019, at Effingham County Hospital. Mr. John was born on May 13, 1937 in Schley County to John and Ruth Battle. He was a graduate of Georgia Southwestern College and a United States Navy Veteran. Mr. Battle was a 32? member of Guyton Masonic Lodge # 428, F. & A.M's, and a member of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry. For many years Mr. John served as a representative on the Effingham County Zoning Board, and on the board of the Effingham County Chapter of Habitat for Humanity. He was also a member of Guyton Christian Church, where he served as an Elder Emeritus. He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Ruth Battle; and...

Mr. Ernest "Porky" Herbert Wilson, 83, passed away at his residence on Monday, August 5, 2019. A visitation will be held on Friday, August 9, 2019 from 5:00pm - 7:00pm at Riggs Funeral Home, Guyton. For full obituary and to sign the online guestbook please visit www.RiggsFH.com

George Clifford Martin, 86, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, August 1, 2019, at Memorial Hospital. Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 3, from 5 to 7PM at Riggs Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, August 4, 2019 at 2:30PM at the chapel of Riggs Funeral Home. For full obituary visit www.RiggsFH.com