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Edward "E.L." Lee Sams March 8, 1945 - July 11, 2014

Born: Thursday Mar 8, 1945

Died: Friday Jul 11, 2014

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Edward "E.L." Lee Sams, 69, of 215 Chestnut St. Eden, passed away Friday July 11, 2013 at Cone Hospital in Greensboro.

A Graveside Service will be held on Monday July, 14 at 11:00 AM at Danview Cemetery.

Mr. Sams was born in Rockingham County on March 8, 1945 to the late Roy and Ethel Strader Sams. E.L.Sams was a very faithful member, trustee, choir member and also the guitar player of the Victory by Grace Baptist Church.He is survived by his wife, Nancy Marie Sams of the home; daughter, Rhonda Hale and husband Denny of Eden; sons, Ricky Barley of Eden, Lee Sams and wife Gokce of Danville, VA, Kenneth Sams of Danville, VA; sister, Darlene Boyd Smith and husband Carl of Eden; brothers, Steve Sams of Eden and Tracy Sams of Conway, SC; granddaughters, Brooklyn Lee Barley and Kayla Nicole Barley of the home and Christy Marie Cook of Lakeland, FL and 3 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by brothers; Roy, Clayton, Doug, Dillard, Dale and Michael; grandson, Brandon Barley and also his grandmother, Rosie Knight.

No formal visitation will be held the night before, but they wish to gather with their friends and family at the cemetery after the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Victory by Grace Baptist Church, 135 Park Rd, Eden, NC, 27288.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com.
Nancy & Sams family, We are sorry to hear of Ed's passing. We had good times together. May God bless and comfort you in the days ahead. We are praying for you, love Harold and Nancy & family.
Harold & Nancy Raines
Nancy, Darlene and Family, My prayers are with all of you. He is now rejoicing with Aunt Rosie, Uncle Buck and Aunt Frankie and those many others gone on before. His body is made whole with no more pain or sickness. He will be missed by many. Love you guys
Darlene Emerson Halbrook
Rhonda, we are so sorry for your loss. Pray that you will be blessed by your memories.
Ernie& Lavonne Hunter
Nancy and family, I'm so sorry to hear of Ed's passing. Rose and I wanted you to know that our prayers and thoughts are with you. I'm sorry we're unable to travel into town for the service. Please know that I loved Ed and always respected him. He played a very influential part in making me the man I became. I still hear him calling me "Knucklehead" and waving his fist at me in jest. I will never forget him. He will be missed. I'm sure my dad was there to welcome him to heaven..We love you all.. Love Junior and Rose Sams
Junior Sams
Nancy, So sorry for your loss. We will keep you and the family in prayer. Let us know if we can do anything. Boodie, Leaksville Nutrition Site
Boodie Cochran
Mr. Sams was a wonderful, loyal and sweet customer of ours at Lowes of Reidsville!! He always had a smile to share!! He will be missed!! So very sorry for your loss.
Yvonne Archuleta
Rhonda and Family - Thinking of and praying for you during this difficult time - may God bless.
Susan Stewart Stultz
My condolences to the Sams family, you have my sympathy for the lost of your dear loved one. During this time of bereavement reflect on God's Promise to end sickness, old age, and death forever. (Isaiah 33:24 ; Revelation 21:3,4) Also reflect on the promises found at John 5:28,29 & 11:25,26 . For more comforting thoughts go to jw.org.com official website.
Ms. Leslie
Nancy & family, I am so very sorry to hear about Ed. You will be in my thoughts & prayers. God bless you.
Diane Gover Turner

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