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Warren Samuelson Obituary
Brookings - Warren Wallace Samuelson, 86, passed away on Sunday, December 17, 2017 at United Living Center in Brookings, SD. Warren was born on February 6, 1931 in Conde, SD to Warren W. Stanhope and Ethel (Muncy) Stanhope. Warren lived in Conde, SD for 25 years and was one of four children in his family. After high school Warren moved to Pierre, SD for five years where he met the love of this life, Nancy Frazier.
Nancy and Warren were married on December 23, 1961 in Pierre, SD. Shortly after marriage they moved to Gregory, SD where they lived for over 54 years. During that time they were blessed with six children. Warren worked for the United States Postal Service for 28 years as a mail carrier. Before his service to the Post Office he enjoyed working in the automotive industry. Warren was known for his mild and gentle disposition. He enjoyed being with family and friends playing games and cards together. Warren had a great love for his God Jehovah and sharing in the ministry. He was baptized as one of Jehovah's Witnesses on January 5, 1957. Warren also served as an Elder in the Gregory Congregation helping with various responsibilities.
After retirement Warren continued to work, he was a jack of all trades. He loved to find jobs painting, mowing yards, landscaping, and odd jobs to help others. He loved to find things to keep him busy.
The family of Warren would like to thank the United Living Center in Brookings for their exceptional care and love of Warren these past two years.
Warren is survived by his wife Nancy, six children, Monte (Renae) Samuelson of Norfolk, NE, Shane (Darla) Samuelson of Visalia, CA, Beth (Bruce) Willcock of Brookings, SD, Lane (Brooke) Samuelson of Hager City, WI, Damon (Lisa) Samuelson, Anchorage, AK, Dustin (Emily) Samuelson of Sioux Falls, SD; brother William (Angie) Samuelson of Patterson, NY, sister, Dorothy (Don) Lux of Sioux Falls, SD as well as 9 grandchildren.
Memorial services will be held on Saturday, December 23, 2017 at 1:00 pm in Brookings, SD at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses. A luncheon will take place after the service. Family will be present starting at 11:30 am to greet guests prior to the service.
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December 3, 2018
Nancy, I have been thinking about you, and when I entered your name online,I came up with Warren's obituary. I would love to chat and catch up with you. I live on Cape Cod, Ma. Look me up on Facebook under Dawn Morea. So sorry to hear about your husband.
.Agape love,
Dawn
Peggy Cassidy
December 26, 2017
Hugs and Prayets Nancy, Monte, Shane, Beth, Lane, Famon and Dustin and families,
We were so sorry to hear of Watrens.
Linda Thomas
December 21, 2017
Sorry to read of Warren's death. I was so thankful he was there when I missed the step into the rock garden and broke my wrist. He was a kind and gentle man.
Evelyn Rezac
December 20, 2017
Nancy and family: My deepest sympathy to all. Our family enjoyed being a neighbor to you and also of having Warren as our postman for many years. Prayers and hugs to all.
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Carol Postulka
December 20, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. Wishing you peace in the days to come.
Jackie Ferris
December 19, 2017
We are so very sad to hear about your family's loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that Jehovah give each one of you the strength and comfort you need to endure this very sad time.
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Doug and Jackie Ferris
in Mesa, AZ
Kris Doorn
December 19, 2017
Thinking of you during this hard time.
Richard and Trudy Mulder
December 18, 2017
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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