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Joyce Kellam Obituary
Mrs. Kellam was born in Savannah but lived in Rincon for a number of years. She was a member of Oak Grove Church of Christ, an income tax agent for 27 years, a member of the National Association of E.A., the G.A.E.A., and a former member of the Effingham Chamber of Commerce.
Renee was preceded in death by her father, Raiford Harold Rahn Sr., and brother, Raiford Harold Rahn Jr.
Survivors include her husband, Johnny Kellam; son, Matthew V. Gill; daughter, Megan Gill; sisters, Lynette Phillips, Kaye Hunt and brother, M. Corey Rahn, all of Rincon; her mother, Emily V. Williams of Springfield; sister-in-law, Melanie Rahn of Rincon; one step-son, Ricky Kellam of Rincon; great-grandson, Daniel Wilson of Rincon; and several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
Visitation was Monday, Aug. 29, at Riggs Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Tuesday, Aug. 30, at 11 a.m. at Oak Grove Church of Christ in Rincon.
Contributions may be given to Oak Grove Church of Christ, 306 E. 4th St., Rincon GA, 31326 or to Hospice Savannah, PO Box 13190, Savannah GA, 31416, in her memory.
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Reginal
September 17, 2011
I am so sorry for the loss of your dear loved one. It's comforting to know that God cares for all of us and losing a loved one is something we cannot get use to. The Bible gives us hope that one day we can see our dear loved one again. On behalf of all mankind Jesus surrender his soul for many. John 15:13 says “No one has love greater than this, that someone should surrender his soul on behalf of his friends.” Truly I am sorry to hear of the loss of your dear loved one and I hope these few words will bring you comfort and hope.
Don Hudson
August 31, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Monika & Wayne Pittman
August 31, 2011
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Melanie Cribbs
August 31, 2011
To Melanie & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I am thinking and praying for you in your time of loss.
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Vickie Decker
August 30, 2011
My prayers are with you during this difficult time. Renee was a wonderful lady with a great sense of humor. She will be missed. May God comfort you and bring you peace.
August 30, 2011
So sorry to all of the family for the loss of Renee'. She will be missed by a lot of people. God be with the family. Ken & Betty Tatgenhorst, Guyton, Ga.
Rhonda Purdy
August 29, 2011
So sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our prayers. Let your family comfort you. Take one day at a time.
The Purdy Family
Connie / Robert Bargeron
August 29, 2011
Johnny we are so sorry for your loss. Renee was such a special person to so many.We loved her and will miss her dearly.I'm sorry I can't be there with you now, but I'm feeling your pain. I lost my sister on the 26th so I have to be here now.May your memories be good and enough to get you through the toughest times.Take care and will see you soon.
Love you all.
August 29, 2011
I was so sad to hear of Renee's passing. We worked together several yrs ago but keep in touch. We would always find omething to Laugh about.
Please know that you all are in my thoughs and prayers,
Joan Sibiio
Robyn & Leon Hooks
August 29, 2011
To the Kellam & Rahn families,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you right now. Renee was an amazing woman, and an even more amazing christian. Her strength was an inspiration to so many and i know that makes you proud. As sad as i am for the family, it brings me peace to know that she is in heaven with the brother that she loved so much, and was such a hero for, as he fought his own battle with cancer. Renee & Harold, you will forever be missed....
BUDDY AND LINDA HELMLY
August 29, 2011
WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. WE WILL BE PRAYING FOR YOUR FAMILY TO FEEL THE LOVE,COMFORT,PEACE AND STRENGTH OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST. HE IS WITH US ALL IN OUR TIME OF GREAT SORROW.
Karen Driggers
August 29, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Just know that Renee is in a much better place free of cancer and pain. She is a true inspiration that we will all carry in our hearts til we see her again some day.
preston and evelyn mccumbers
August 29, 2011
corey,and all the familey,so sorrow to her of renee pasing we are praying for u and familey.we no she not in anymore pain.and she is with god now.we all miss her very much she was a wonderful person.god only takes the best and she was one.thinking of yall,evelyn smith and preston mccumbers
Carrel Donnell
August 29, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Angie Barnes Walker & Barnes Family
August 29, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Cheryl Brewton Hunter
August 28, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Renee's faith was unshakable and she was truly an inspiration to us all. She is going to be missed, but will still live on in our hearts and memories.
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