Photo courtesy of Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory - Valdese
Valdese, North Carolina
Dec 8, 1988 – Oct 3, 2016 (Age 27)
Mr. Samuel Scott Daves, 27, of Valdese passed away on Monday, October 3, 2016. Sam was born on December 8, 1988 in Burke County to Michael Scott Daves and Wanda Watson Daves. He was a loving son, brother and grandson, who had a love for the Lord, his family and friends and his beloved dog, Nala Girl. Sam enjoyed listening to music, going on hikes, camping, playing baseball and poetry. He knew and acknowledged that Jesus was "the only real solution in a world filled with illusions". Sam was a self taught computer specialist, avid athlete and was very intelligent. But most of all he had an enormous burden in his heart for those who were hurting and facing hardships of their own. He often gave his last penny or food to help someone in need. We were blessed to have him as a son and are so very proud of him. Sam was preceded in death by his grandmothers, Doris Turner Daves and Nancy Eagle Watson and preceded also by a grandfather, Joseph William Watson. Survivors include his loving parents, Michael and Wanda Daves of Valdese, siblings, Aaron Daves of the home, and Emma Daves of Asheville, grandfather, Wilton Daves and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 8, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. at the Morganton First Church of God on Summers Rd., with Rev. Jon McDivitt and Rev. George Patton officiating. The family will receive friends following the service. Memorials may be made in Sam's memory to: C.C.R.P., 1201 S. Sterling St., Morganton, NC 28655. An online guestbook and obituary is available at www.heritagefuneralservices.com Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory of Valdese is serving the Daves family.
Wanda and Mike, brother and sister, my heart grieves for this temporary separation from your loved one. May God comfort and give you peace until you see your precious son and brother again in Heaven. God's Blessings to you all, Ruby Barrett.
Ruby Barrett
October 20, 2016 | Kings Mountain, NC | Friend
Wanda and Mike, our hearts break for you both. There are no words that can ease the grief but God can and will comfort you. Please know that you have been in our thoughts and our prayers every single day. We are so very sorry for your loss. We pray for God to cradle you all in His arms.
Jeff and Cyndie Bryson
October 12, 2016 | Brevard, NC | Friend
Wanda and Mike, so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers and know we love you. Cherish your memories and may your hearts be lifted by your many friends and family.
Wanda and Steve Hembree
October 09, 2016 | Morganton, NC | Friend
Wanda and Mike, We wanted to let you know we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that your family is and will remain in our thoughts and prayers. Donna and Bob Benner
Donna and Bob Benner
October 09, 2016 | Morganton, NC | Family Friend
Dear Mike, Wanda, Aaron, Emma, and Wilton, My heart is broken with the pain you are experiencing. May our Lord grant you love, mercy and grace as you go through this difficult grieving period. You are loved.
Wayne and Leslie Giese
October 07, 2016 | Morganton, NC | Family Friend
I am so very sorry for the loss of this kind and compassionate young man. Sam was one of my son's, Corey's long time friend. They shared many things together, the good and the bad. I truly believe that Sam is free from the torment that he struggled with in this life, and he has gone on to enjoy true freedom through knowing Jesus as his Savior. I will see Sam again someday... can't wait.
Buff
October 08, 2016 | Morganton, NC | Friend
Sam I love you and I am going to miss having you there any random thought and needed to call you for answers and I always value your opinion and i will never forget the deep descriptions of dreams, solutions, feelings, advice, etc. I will think about you throughout the years to come and keep you alive in me! I can't believe this happened. I love you bro!
Mia Richthammer
October 08, 2016 | Morganton, NC | Friend
Mr Wilton Daves, So sorry about you're Grandson. May God give you and you're Family Love, Peace, and comfort at this time.
Peggy Knoelke
October 07, 2016 | Morganton, NC | Friend
I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. I was touched by reading about Samuel's generosity towards those in need. It sounds like he led his life in a way that we all should all emulate.
Christian Suarez
October 07, 2016 | Mooresville, NC
