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Samuel Wilson Obituary

Samuel Moore Wilson, Jr. HUNTERSVILLE - Samuel Moore Wilson, Jr., 71, of Huntersville died September 21, 2014, at Carolinas Medical Center. He was born on October 1, 1942 in Mecklenburg County to the late Samuel M. Wilson, Sr. and Frances Christenbury Wilson. Sam was the retired owner of Wilson's Meat Market and owner of the West Huntersville Storage Center. He was a member of the Chamber of Commerce, had perfect attendance for 25 years in the N. Mecklenburg Rotary Club and was a mason in the Long Creek Masonic Lodge. His involvement in community service demonstrated Sam's giving personality. Sam loved spending time with his family and friends and help create special memories for them. Survivors include his son, Gene Wilson of Charlotte; daughters, Donna Scott of Encino, CA and Paige Hybarger of Denver, NC; their mother Frances Lancaster and her husband Al of Huntersville; sister, Linda Smith and husband Harry of Huntersville; grandchildren, Heather and Harleigh Hybarger and Max and Frank Scott; and fianc‚ Deana Carlyle. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM Wednesday, September 24, 2014, at Hopewell Presbyterian Church, 10500 Beatties Ford Rd., Huntersville. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will follow in the Family Life Center. Memorials may be made to the Shriner's Children's Hospital (attn: Keystone Cops), 950 West Faris Road, Greenville, SC 29605. James Funeral Home of Huntersville is serving the family. www.jamesfuneralhomeLKN.com.

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Published by Charlotte Observer on Sep. 23, 2014.

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Susan Ganbaway

March 8, 2015

Sam was a great neighbor and invited us to his home as we were the new kids on the block. Although I only knew him for a couple of years, I will remember him as a gracious host, friend and all encompassing man. Thanks Sam!

Candy Crenshaw

September 29, 2014

My condolences to the Wilson family. I, for one, will miss Sam's joy for life; but am comforted in the knowledge that he is with the Lord.

Nellie Kidd Austin

September 24, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the Wilson family. I grew up with Sammy in the Long Creek community and attended Hopewell with the family. He always had a smile on his face and a kind word. He will be missed by many.

Skip Huddleston

September 24, 2014

Condolences from the Huddleston family go out to Gene, Donna and the rest of the family. Sammy and my late father went to North Meck at around the same time. So sorry for your loss. May his soul rest in peace.

Joe Hilton

September 23, 2014

Sam was a great friend. I enjoyed his friendship and business relationship for many years. Thinking about the fun times we had working at the race tracks. He will be missed. My sincere sympathy to his family.

Deborah Fainn

September 23, 2014

My deepest sympathy to Sam's family. Sam was a very kind and generous man. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all.

September 23, 2014

Sam was a friend too soon gone, a good man who will be missed. But we will never miss him without being reminded of our gratitude for his life and friendship.

Alan Gordon

September 23, 2014

I send my warmest condolences to Sam's family. I'll miss this wonderful man of good humor, and caring and generous spirit.

Jennifer Dyer

September 23, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Mary Daugharty

September 23, 2014

I am saddened to hear that Sam has passed away. He was always so kind and had a generous spirit. My thoughts and prayers to his Mom, sister and children. With Much Love. Mary Daugharty

Richard Stutts

September 23, 2014

Prayers going out to Gene, Donna, Paige and all the family.

September 23, 2014

Sincere condolences to family and friends. Sam's pleasant nature and beautiful smile will certainly be missed. Martha Mundy Jordan, Banner Elk, NC

Phil

September 23, 2014

With deepest sympathy to the Wilson family during your time of grief...God is for you a refuge and strength, A help that is there to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead...(Psalm 5:1).

Bill & Patsy Barnett

September 23, 2014

We'll miss your warm smile and genuine friendship. We will never forget our wonderful times together.

Connie Trolle

September 23, 2014

Dear Donna, Gene, Paige, Max and Frank; Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time. Sam will be greatly missed by all. May he rest in peace. Connie and Sharon

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