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Neatha Sams CHESAPEAKE - Ms. Neatha Sams, 77, of the 900 block of Spinnaker Court, passed away Oct. 3, 2008, in Chesapeake Regional Medical Center. Neatha was born March 26, 1931, in Washington, Pa., to the late George and Esther Brooks Sams. She was predeceased by a daughter, Stephanie Ann Terry. Neatha retired as a court clerk from the New York State Court System and was a member of Village Church, where she was honored as one of the Senior Members of the church. Neatha leaves to cherish her memory a son, Fred Sams (Rose); sisters, Florine Garrison, Eleanor James and Alfair Simmons; brothers, Duane Sams, Williams Sams, Ronald Sams, Paul Sams and Frederick Sams; five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; a lifetime friend, Leon Trice; and a host of other relatives and friends. The funeral will be held Wednesday at noon in Village Church, 4013 Indian River Road, Virginia Beach, with the Rev. Edgar Williams officiating. Viewing will be held Tuesday from 2 to 8 p.m. at Riddick Funeral Service. The family will also receive friends at the residence. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Village Church Building Fund.
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laverne bryant
October 27, 2008
Mrs Neatha, I am so sorry to hearof your short life here on earth. You not only were my customer, but you were a "mom "to me. I love you and I miss you so much. More than any words can ever describe.
Love LaVerne Bryant- 589-9190
Regina MORGAN-BROWN
October 8, 2008
Ms. Neatha will truly be missed. She was my mother's good friend; they talked every day. She left a lasting impression on me and my 11 yr. old granddaughter with her quiet but caring ways. When my granddaughter was told of Ms. Neatha's journey to Heaven, she said "Oh, she was the one who gave me my Christmas puppy!" You will always in our hearts and prayers, Ms. Neatha; and to the family, hold on to the memories! Regina and granddaughter R-ianna
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