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Samuel Briggs Vaughn Jr.
Samuel Briggs Vaughn Jr.
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Samuel Vaughn Obituary
Mr. Vaughn was born November 11, 1926, in Nashville, Tennessee, to Samuel B. Sr., and Clara Hart Vaughn. Mr. Vaughn served in the U.S. Navy. After serving in the Navy, Mr. Vaughn graduated from the Miami University in Ohio and Georgia Tech with engineering degrees. He moved from Kingsport, Tennessee, to Longview in 1951 with Texas Eastman Company, where he worked for 44 years retiring as Director of Capital Programs. Mr. Vaughn was a member of the Pine Tree School Board for 12 years, a charter member of St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, a member of Jamestown Society, National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution and Sigma Chi Fraternity. He was a charter member of the Longview South Rotary Club, a Paul Harris Fellow and District Rotarian of the Year in 2012. In 1990, he was appointed to the Texas On Site Waste Water Treatment Council by Governor Bill Clements and worked with Habitat for Humanity and Inspiration House. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Longview and the Henry Foster Sunday School Class. Mr. Vaughn was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Samuel Briggs Vaughn III; and previous wife, Barbara C. Vaughn.
Mr. Vaughn is survived by his wife, Pat Rhodes Vaughn of Longview; five daughters and sons-in-law, Debbie Vaughn and Mike Dudley of Palacios, Texas, Wendy and Trey Crim of Kilgore, Kerry and Mark Oliphint of New London, Susan and Barry Morris of Houston and Barbara and David Hunter of Carthage; stepdaughter, Anne Brooks of Kilgore; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be Bill Cobb, Robert Maly, David Hunter, Barry Morris, Trey Crim and Mark Oliphint. Honorary pallbearers will be the Henry Foster Sunday School Class, Ed Thieman, J.E. Salter, Donny McCoy and Dusty Rhodes.
The family requests memorials be made to Newgate Mission, Asbury House or to a charity of your choice.
The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. today, January 11, 2013, at Welch Funeral Home.
The memorial guestbook may be signed at www.welchfuneral.com.
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Helen Marie Vaughn Cleveland
January 9, 2023
Sam, Jr. was a wonderful person in every way. So happy that he was part of our family. He was also funny and could make you laugh, in a second. Really miss you Sam, Jr., but you will never be forgotten. Will love and remember you always, Cousin, Helen Marie Vaughn Cleveland
Marilou Vaughn Shea
February 18, 2021
You, my dear Sam, my favorite cousin in all the world, have left me with the most wonderful, beautiful and loving memories possible. You are one of my most precious memories of all time. Such fun whenever we were together, which was a lifetime for you and sweet memories for me. You are so dearly missed by us all. But the memory of you lingers on in our hearts and in our thoughts. I miss you dear Sam, yes I do. May you and your angel wings fold us in your arms and flutter around us with your warm and gracious laughter. Rest in sweet Heaven Sam. My thoughts and love to your family. I love you. I love you.....your cousin Marilou.
Helen Vaughn Cleveland
February 10, 2013
Our family is so saddened by such a wonderful cousin, person, family man and a beautiful Christian. When I was young I looked up at Sam Jr., as a good-looking guy who loved everyone and I felt great knowing he was family. There are so many memories that Sam has given us that we will cherish always. We will miss him so much. His personality and love were an inspiration to all of us. Sam we will always have you in our thoughts and will never forget your wonderful smile, that lit up a room. Our prayers and thoughts are with Pat and your wonderful family. Sam you are now joining the rest of our family members in God's beautiful heaven. I know you knew, you were loved by all and will forever be missed.
Love forever, your cousin, Helen Marie
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Carolyn Hearron
January 21, 2013
With regrets I am just now finding out about Sam's death. I hate terribly that I was not aware of his illness and passing because he was the best boss I ever worked for at Eastman. There was always a smile on his face, and warmth in his heart. He was truly a special person and a special boss. Pat, I know you were a very special person to him and he loved you so much. I remember the days when you and Sam began dating. He was so excited. Please know you are in my prayers and I would like to call one day soon and visit with you about him. He's looking down now just a smiling...
Ingrid Self
January 14, 2013
Sam was very special and a very important person in my life. He was my sponsor getting into Rotary and spearheaded the Habitat house project paid for and built by local Rotarians. My prayers are with you, Pat, Anne and all of Sam's family. He will be greatly missed,
JOANNE VAUGHN KINTZ
January 14, 2013
Monday, January 14, 2013- 5:24P.M.
Samuel Briggs Vaughn,Jr.
Sam Jr, my greatest cousin in all the world.I will miss you so terribly and the loving hugs and smiles you always had for us. One of my fondest memories of you when I was 4 or 5 years old was at "Grandmother Vaughn's home when she was taking care of me while "Mother Dear and Daddy" were working for Pan American. I was outside by the pond in the front yard playing and I saw a taxi pull up in front and you stepped out dressed in your "NAVY" uniform and I was yelling for "Grandmother Vaughn" to come out side "Sam Jr." was coming home. She came out as fast as she could and we started walking fast to meet you. We both had tears in our eyes to see you and you gave Grandmother the biggest hug and kisses. You then picked me up and swung me around saying girl your getting big. We all headed inside the house, sat down, ate,and had the best talks ever. I will never ever forget that as long as I live. We were so happy. You have always been special to me in my heart and my mind.My own children have had special memories they told me. So, good to see you and your Daughter "Wendy" kept us in stories at the "VAUGHN-GRIFFIS"Reunion in Leesburg, Florida. "Wendy" is such a charmer and so funny. This will be the highlight of my recent memories. The other was when "Pat, Sam,Jr.,and Bill Vaugh came to the "VAUGHN-GRIFFIS" Reunion in "AUBURN,ALABAMA when "MOTHER DEAR and AUNT ALLICE" were there among others. I wish at this time to send my " SYMPATHY and CONDOLENCES to "PAT, WENDY and all of the family. This is so sad but I know he doesn't hurt anymore and had that big smile on his face as he faced "GOD and all of the ANGELS" and passing through the "GOLDEN GATES" to seee all of the family and friends that were there to greet him." "PAT" you were and always will be his loving wife and soul mate no-matter where he is. He will protect each of you throught it all. I love eac and everyone of you, your all in my heart. Ms. Joanne Vaughn Kintz
January 14, 2013
Sam's friendship was treasured over the years since our 1944-45 shared Navy time together and subsequent Navy reunions, the last one sponsored two years ago in Longview by he and wife Pat. "Do not ask for whom the bell tolls", it tolls for many of us in the loss of such a good man. Glen Johnson
January 14, 2013
In the short time I knew Mr. Vaughn he he was able to touch my heart with that beautiful smile. We are sorry to hear of Mr. Vaughns passing and will keep your family in our prayers.
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January 13, 2013
Sam was a great cousin to me and some one I will never forget. I will never forget his friendship. And he always had a smile on his face. We will all miss him very much as a family member and friend. Marion Eugene Vaughn and Carol Ann Tharp
Susan Pope
January 12, 2013
So sorry to hear about Sam. Bill and I enjoyed visiting with him at the lake the short time we have been neighbors. His sweet smile will be missed.
January 12, 2013
So sorry to hear of your loss. May God bless all of you.
Randi Bauske and Richard Clark
Gary Dodson
January 12, 2013
Sam was a fine friend and neighbor.I will miss the many who-pa sessions with him and Pat.Take peace in knowing he is in a better place now.My thoughts and prayers go out to the Vaughn family.
Steve Brown
January 12, 2013
So sad to hear of Sam's passing. I've long felt like on of the family, and I loved Big Sam. Condolences and God's blessings to the family and his many friends. Peace and love to all and to you, Big Sam! Rest In Peace.
John T and Wylene Smith
January 12, 2013
We offer our deepest sympathy to all the Vaughn family. We will also miss Sam. He was a wonderful Christian man.
Julia Vaughn
January 12, 2013
Sam was one of the best guys you would ever have the pleasure to meet. He loved his family, life and history! We are sure going to miss his calls and visits.
Betty Whitaker
January 11, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Marilou Vaughn Shea
January 11, 2013
Sam, we will love and miss you always. I thank God, for His abiding love to share with us your beautiful and loving presence all these many years. The memories of you and your family will always be in the forefront of my daily living, as I and many others have been so blessed to have you in our lives. You, my dear Sam, have been my favorite cousin and we always teased about that with laughter. You will be missed by us all with great love, but you leave us the warmth of the brightest memories to keep us connected in all ways. Sending my heartfelt sympathy to all your family on your passing. I love you Sam.
Jo Lynn Brown
January 11, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
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