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Samuel Zealy Obituary
GREENSBORO — Samuel Hollingsworth Zealy, Jr., 59, of Greensboro, passed away October 25, 2007, at Moses Cone Hospital.
A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, October 28, at Westminster Presbyterian Church, with a reception to follow in the fellowship hall.
Born July 31, 1948, in Washington N.C., he was the son of Mary Knox Hawes Zealy and the Late Reverend Samuel Hollingsworth Zealy. He was a graduate of Lenoir-Rhyne College, 1970, and was a proud member of the Army Reserve. He also graduated from the Realtors Institute of Real Estate Management and was a certified property manager. He was a partner in Wrenn Zealy Properties. Sam was a member of the Greensboro Regional Realtors Association since 1978 and was treasurer of the Greater Greensboro Realtors Foundation, a past-president of the Greensboro Regional Realtors Association, and member of the N.C. Association of Realtors, of which he was State Director. He was current President of the Greensboro Landlords Association.
He was recipient of the Jack Brown Community Involvement Award in 1992, the William D. Seward, Sr., Award in 1993, and Realtor of the year in 1999.
He was a board member of the Children's Home Society of N.C., elder at Starmount Presbyterian Church and Westminster Presbyterian Church. He was steering committee moderator for Salem Presbyterian Church for new church development in Oak Ridge, N.C.
He was on the board of directors and served as president of the Nat Green Kiwanis Club of Greensboro, member of the Christian Businessmen's Committee of Greensboro and vice-chairman of Carolina Conference, and treasurer of the Presbyterian Counseling Center.
He was a VIP donor and board member of the American Red Cross and was recipient of American Business Women Association, Old North State Chapter, Boss of the Year.
Sam was the devoted husband of 36 years to the former Jane "Peppermint" Kirkman, and was a loving father to Alice Hawes Zealy and Mary Knox Zealy. He is also survived by his mother; sisters, Ruth Zealy Kerr of Houston, Texas, and Libby Zealy Helms and husband, Frank of Monroe, N.C.; sister-in-law, Cindy Kirkman Turner and husband, Bill of Raleigh; nephews, Tripp Helms, Andy Kerr, and David Turner; and nieces, Katie Kerr McMillen, Mary Beth Kerr, and B'easy Helms Thompson.
Sam enjoyed posting on his blog, http://samzealy.blogspot.com, and on his myspace.com page.
He will be remembered always for his warm smile, friendly handshake, and as a collector of unique things. He loved God, his church, his family, and a host of friends.
Memorials may be made to the Children's Home Society at 604 Meadow St., Greensboro, NC 27405.
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Sandra Dey
November 14, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family. My work in the Solid Waste Division with the City of Greensboro led me to contact Sam often about garbage/recycling collection at his properties. I will certainly miss our conversations and his gift for making people feel good about their lives. My deepest sympathy.
Mike & Ann Hardeman
November 8, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your girls in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. May God bless all of you.
Our son, Scott, was in your 2nd grade class at Sedgefield and we will always remember your positive impact upon him. We can only imagine what a wonderful husband, father and friend Sam was. We all were truly saddened by this news.
Bobby and Pam Weaver
November 7, 2007
Dear Peppermint, Alice, and Mary Knox, we were truly saddened to hear about your lost and heavens gain. Please feel comforted to know that there is a little bit of Sam Zealy in all of us who knew him. He was a great individual and will be missed by all. My prayer for you is that through time that each of you have the strength and courage to continue the work that he started, ministering to others through his Church, Home, and Work. He will be missed, but never forgotten. Dear God, Peppermint, Alice, and Mary Knox, Thank you for sharing Sam with the Weaver’s and allowing him to be apart of our family too.
Brenda Zeigler
November 5, 2007
I am saddened at the loss of this fine gentleman. In my work with the City of Greensboro, Sam always went over and beyond to help when there was a problem. I also recall his work with new church development with Salem Presbytery.Once I tried to give him kudos for it, but he was so modest about his role. He will be missed by all.
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Julie Beatty Liles
November 2, 2007
I was completely shocked and saddened to see Sammy's obituary. We were childhood friends, later graduating from West together. He was such a sweet, kind individual. That dimpled smile will be missed by many. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Erin (McNulty) Magee
November 1, 2007
Dear Peppermint, Alice and Mary Knox:
Words cannot express how sad I am to hear of the tragic loss of your dear husband & father. Although I only knew him for a couple of summers over 10 years ago (coaching Starmount Country Club swimming), I always remember him smiling, cheering and beaming with pride over his little girls. Everytime I saw your family, you were always so happy and positive - the way families should be. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
Maggie Phillips
October 31, 2007
I am so very sorry for this tragic loss. Several years ago, Sam helped my husband and I greatly with living arrangements right after we got married; his help was so appreciated and thoughtful; we have never forgotten. The world will miss this wonderful man; my deepest sympathy to Sam's friends and family.
Terry Vuncannon
October 31, 2007
I want to offer my heartfelt condolences. Many years ago, Sam offered me a place to stay in one of his buildings when I couldn't find anywhere else to go, even though I didn't fit the age requirement; I am still grateful for his kindness. We knew each other even after through business and I always had tremendous respect and admiration for Sam. His loved ones are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Peter and Linda DeLuca
October 31, 2007
We were so saddened to learn of your tragic loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all. I will always think of Sam whenever I see a lost glove, like the one we sent him from Rome. May the prayers and thoughts of friends be of comfort to you.
Nancy Abbey
October 31, 2007
Dear Jane,
I am devasted at the news of Sam's loss. He was a lovely person through and through. I will always remember his warm and happy smile and his joyful words. I hope you will find some comfort in the love of family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Alice and Mary Knox. Love,
Nancy Robertson Abbey
Lloyd Smith
October 30, 2007
Peppermint
On Monday I opened my email and there were 8 messages with the subject line - Sam Zealy. The messages were exchanged by Rocket, Abou, Fuquay, Dos, Livengood, Waddell, Sparks, Freed, and Byrd to name a few. All had two themes. How truly saddened and grief stricken we all are and what a wonderful person your husband was.
Sam Zealy was "one of the good guys". A person with a unique sense of humor with character and morals that were above reproach. We will miss him but his memories will be with us forever.
May God bless Sam, you, and your family.
Kristy Pell
October 30, 2007
Peppermint, Alice and Mary Knox:
My parents told me about Sam's passing. I am so terribly sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts. I have such fond memories of visiting your house and babysitting the girls. I will never forgot the wonderful playhouse that Sam built beside your house for the girls and how he insisted on walking me to my car or home after babysitting - even though you could see my parents door from your house. He was truly a Southern gentleman and a wonderful and caring human being.
Shirley Arnold Burris
October 30, 2007
We extend our love and prayers to this family. Sammy was a West Mech 66 classmate. I remember his sweet smile. May God bless you.
Shirley Arnold Burris
Lauren DeLuca Courcoux
October 30, 2007
Dear Zealy Family,
Mr. Zealy was my landlord when I was in college at UNCG and a friend of my father. I remember taking care of Mary Knox and Alice when I was in school and going with their family to the beach. Your family was really like mine away from home. I was so saddened to hear of the news but am very lucky to have known such a wonderful man. My thoughts are with all of you.
Love
Lauren
Lynn Polk
October 30, 2007
To Peppermint.I can remember when you got that nickname. I could not believe it when I opened my newspaper on Sunday morning. I can remember my first days at Lenoir Rhyne and being so scared and nervous and the nicest person was walking by me to the dining hall. He was so kind and told me what a great school LR was and how much I was going to like it. I will never forget that day because Sam Zealy was this man and he made me feel so at ease. This was the legacy that he has left. What a kind and gentle person. I also have fond memories of us being roommates and all the good times with you and Sam. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. I am so very sorry. Love,Flawd
Wendy Oxendine
October 29, 2007
Our prayers are with the family and his office staff. As an employee of Oxendine & Son Roofing, when Mr. Zealy would call our office for some work needed, he was always delightful to talk to. Because we liked him, we would do the requested work quickly for him. He will be greatly missed.
Martha and Tom Helms
October 29, 2007
We have the family in our prayers.
Jason Alison
October 29, 2007
Dear Zealy Family...
I am so sorry for you. Sam helped my sister, Shelley, and her kids when Katrina hit New Orleans. My first contact with him was an email at 9:58 a.m. on Sept. 3, 2005. By 7:30 p.m. on the same Saturday, he had already secured a place for them to stay, dishes, furniture, beds, and financial assitance. He did much more. This speaks to the kind of person that he was. I remember thinking that he was the kind of person that most people should strive to be. My sister and I want you to know that we are here for you, as you and Sam were there for us, at our time of need. Sam has now joined our Mom in heaven, and I know that she is personally thanking him. God Bless You.
Barbara (McCraw) Whitt
October 29, 2007
Peppermint, This must be the first time I have ever thought of Sam and not smiled. I am so saddened and my heart just breaks for you and the girls. From reading some of the thoughts here, it's obvious that everyone felt the same way about Sam. A true gentleman who had an impact on everyone he met and especially on those who really knew him. I, too, think first of his smile and the mischievous twinkle in his eyes. I never saw another look on his face. He gave me my nickname at Lenoir-Rhyne - I still have the little scrap of paper on which he drew the smoking gun and wrote "Quick Draw". That nickname has remained with me as will all of my fond memories of you and Sam. Sam was a blessing. My heart and my prayers are with you and the girls.
Kee Zealy
October 29, 2007
I just looked at Sam's Blog. I don't know if there was a man who enjoyed living his life more. He obviously loved all of you. I wish all of you the best, and if you need someone to talk too, as Carol said earlier in this guest book, give us a call.
Helen Lankford
October 29, 2007
Jane,
Mike and I extend our deepest sympathy to you, the girls, and all the family. You have been and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. As you face the difficult days ahead, be reminded of and claim the promise God makes in Psalm 147:3..."He heals the brokenhearted, binding up their wounds."
Mike and Helen Lankford
Alison (previously Smith) North
October 29, 2007
Dear Peppermint and Alice and Mary Knox, I am so deeply saddened by the loss of your husband and father. I remember your family well, as one full of laughter and love. Our prayers are with you, as you grieve this great loss.
Carolyn Lingerfelt
October 29, 2007
Dearest Zealy family,
I have known the Zealy family all my life. Having grown up in the Thomasboro neighborhood and graduating from West Meck with Sammy (as I remember him), I have wonderful memories of what a great person he was. His huge smile with those big dimples, his genuine ability to care for others, his super personality. Everyone has loved him since early in life, I'm sure. I am so sorry and join in your sadness.
Dave Robertson
October 29, 2007
Peppermint, Alice and Mary Knox, All who knew your wonderful Sam share deeply in this loss. No doubt he is with God now, but even with this assurance, we all still hurt really badly. He was my buddy, my Sig Ep Brother at Lenoir-Rhyne, and Godfather to our son Brent. We vacationed together and had so many wonderful times as couples. I even raised goats with Sam in Thomson, Ga. when he was our landlord back in 1972. I would have never raised goats in a residential neighborhood, but Sam put me up to it, and you just didn't say no to Sam. His collections were legendary (I never could figure out the old mateless glove collection). He was one of a kind. His smile and laughter were contagious and I will miss both forever. I loved him like a brother and will miss him always. To honor Sam, I will smile more and laugh often and work for the betterment of others. I will attempt to let my love for the Lord show through to others more freely.
I am here for you all whenever I can help. Love and God's blessings,
Dave Robertson, Blowing Rock, NC
Kerri Person
October 29, 2007
Dear Zealy Family- I was shocked to hear of Sam's passing. I have known Sam for years, but just recently I have gotten to know him better through our involvement with the Greensboro Landlord Assoc. He continued to confirm the fact that I thought he was a really good person-there are not many like him, and I guess that is why God wanted him back.
Andrew Kerr
October 29, 2007
Aunt Jane, Alice and Mary Knox,
I wish I could say something poignant and make the pain go away. I know that is that is not possible. Know that you are all in my thoughts and will do anything you to help. I miss you all and know we will all miss Sam.
Janice and John Watterson
October 29, 2007
Dear Peppermint, Alice and Mary Knox,
Words can't express our shock and sadness, after opening Sunday's paper in the evening and reading of Sam's sudden passing. I will always remember with such fondness the time spent in your Gracewood Drive home with you both and Alice. Sam will be sorely missed. Please know you all are in our daily thoughts and prayers. May your faith be your consolation in your time of grief.
Most sincerely,
Jan and Jack Watterson and Family
Michael Zealy
October 29, 2007
I received notification of Samuel's death from my son, Michael Zealy, Jr who lives in LA, California. I was in bootcamp at Fort Jackson with someone who was related to me. I don't know if it was Samuel. My condonlences to his family.
Dale Green
October 29, 2007
Mrs. Zealy,
I was deeply saddened to hear of the tragic loss your husband. Although we are never prepared for such a loss, we can find comfort in God's word and during quiet times of prayer.
Please remember something that you taught me in 2nd grade...."Never give up!" I know that your heart must be breaking, but your family, friends and God will sustain you.
God Bless You & your girls
Dale
Ken & Shelia Green
October 29, 2007
Dear Jane & Family,
We were shocked and saddened to hear of the tragic loss of your husband Sam. Please know that you and the girls are in our thoughts and prayers.
We have such fond memories of you from those glorious days at Sedgefield Elementary School.
God bless you all
The Greens
James Sadler
October 29, 2007
Peppermint: I met you briefly at the West Meck gathering in Charlotte last year when Sam and I reminisced about our wrestling team days. Since then it is obvious that Sam has been a positive influence on many, many lives, and his good works and faith will continue to inspire us all.
Alyse Edwards
October 29, 2007
Dearest Zealy Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I met Mr. Zealy thru Environment Control Cleaning Co. and also from Offutt Systems Inc. printing Company. You could not meet a nicer person. Time will heal each and every day! God Bless!
Alyse Edwards and Family
Frank and Gullanar Campbell whom taught Mr. and Mrs. Zealy's daughters at Starmont Pres.
Carol Zealy
October 29, 2007
Peppermint,
Only after picking up the Sunday paper did I learn of Sam's death. it
is now 3am Monday and I will tell Kee and we will call Jim tomorrow.
All of us would have been there if only we had known. We will be in
touch and if there is anything you or the girls need please call us. I
loved Sam dearly. He always had a smile on his face . I don't think I
ever saw him frown. God received a wonderful Angel this week.
Much love, Carol and Kee
Dorothy Fore
October 28, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathy in your loss. I have fond memories of Mary and Sam, Sr.'s time in Farmville, Virginia, where we were neighbors.
Penny Summers
October 28, 2007
Dear Friends:
I am so sad to hear that Sammy has passed from this earth. I have known him since he was in diapers playing in the sandpile at my house in Thomasboro. I was only a few years older myself. My memory of Sammy as we grew up together was that he was an individual. He had a great interest in a myriad of things. I never knew him without a smile. He was his own person even as a child. I will always remember his kindness and his fresh enthusiasm for life. I thank God forallowing my life to be touched by Sammy.
October 28, 2007
To Mrs. Jane Zealy:
Although we know at such a time there's little we can say, we want to let you know that you are in our thoughts today. With deepest sympathy,
Pat & Bill Nelson,
Mount Holly, NC,
Dr. Sherry Nelson,
Albuquerque, New Mexico,
and Bill Nelson, Jr.,
Los Angeles, California
Jean Little
October 28, 2007
Mrs. Zealy, Alice and Mary Knox I am saddened to hear of Mr. Zealy's premature death. I always appreciated both of you and your great work and giving of your time at CHS. I always enjoyed Mr. Zealy sharing about his two lovely daughters. He was such a gentleman and always kind. I extend my sympathy to each of you during these difficult days. Jean Little, former RN with CHS
LINDA & BOB LANE
October 28, 2007
We are so saddened by this loss for you and your family. Our condolences to all.
Linda, Bob, Robert and Katherine Lane
CHRISTEENA FOX
October 28, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS THE FAMILY AT THIS TIME MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU ALL. I AM A FORMER TENANT OF WRENN - ZEALY.
Erin Wade Holland
October 28, 2007
Peppermint, Alice & Mary Knox
I was deeply saddened to hear of Sam's untimely passing. My uncle, Homer Wade, called to give me the news. I will always look back on my time with your family during the 1998 NCJM fondly and remember Sam's huge smile and always positive attitude. You guys were the best host family I could have asked for. The immense love he had for all of you was very apparent to me. May your memories and faith in God guide you through this very difficult time. You will all be in my prayers.
Nora & Louis Gentry
October 28, 2007
We are so saddened to hear about Sam's death. Our prayers are with you at this time.
sidney gunst, jr
October 28, 2007
Peppermint,
I am very sorry to hear about Sam. I have the fondest memories of you and Sam from long ago.
Sidney
Pam Coffey
October 28, 2007
Peppermint and family,
Ken and I have you and the girls in our thoughts and prayers. I was so shocked when Kay called to tell us about Sam. We will always remember Sam as being a very kind and caring person. I know over the years Mike and Kay have enjoyed being friends with you and your family. We will keep you in our prayers and hopefully time will ease the pain.
Peggy Kilby
October 28, 2007
I knew and worked with Sam Zealy. He was a wonderful, kind person. I first met him while working for my father, Bob Hamlett. My family will miss Mr. Zealy, and our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Joe Cancemi, Jr
October 28, 2007
I am sorry I did not know Sam better. He was a very accomplished gentleman. I am so sorry for your loss at such a young age.
Jim Flynt
October 28, 2007
Peppermint and family,
Please know that all of you are in my prayers. Sam Zealy was a wonderful friend and a gentle man of the highest order. His accomplishments made the world a better place and leave an enviable legacy. He is irreplaceable and will be missed by many and all.
Melissa White
October 28, 2007
My heart goes out to all of you at such a tragic loss. I will miss his beautiful, contagious smile. He was a true gentleman. He always had a kind word for everyone. When he walked in to the lobby the room would brighten up - he was a pleasure to wait on and I will miss him.
Terry Slatter
October 28, 2007
Mrs. Zealy and children, I was the first person by your husband's side, at the scene of the accident, last Thursday night and I wanted you to know that he did not suffer any pain. I made sure that he heard words of support and comfort. My family and I are thinking of you at this sad time.
Bridget Starkey
October 28, 2007
May you feel the loving presence of God all around you now and always. I am very sorry for your loss.
Statham
October 28, 2007
To the Zealy Family:
Our family was shocked and saddened today to hear of Sam's early passing. I've known Sam most of my life through both family and business connections. While we all wish for this, Sam was one of the few people that left the earth, and most especially Greensboro, better than he found it through his many personal and business contributions. He was a fine man, a true gentleman, and a friend to all that knew him. He will no doubt need little training in heaven, since he practiced his faith while here with us.
God bless you all,
Jay, Kim, Mary Hannah, Si & Emerson
Joe Ritter
October 28, 2007
Peppermint and girls, Sam was a great friend to many of us, and the community beyond just Greensboro will be less for his death. We are so sorry. Jesus taught in Mark 4: "Other seed fell among thorns, which grew up and choked the plants, so that they did not bear grain. Still other seed fell on good soil. It came up, grew and produced a crop, multiplying thirty, sixty, or even a hundred times." Sam's memory and spirit will certainly live on among us for through his witness and wisdom seeds were properly cast to multiply and continuously bless. God bless you all.
Barbara McMillan Hightower
October 27, 2007
Sam's father married my husband and myself in 1960,in Charlotte. I have not seen the family since, but always held them in my heart. I am sure that he was a fine man. I would like to send the family my thoughts and prayers. I remember Libby and Sam, but they were very young. My Aunt was Rose Hallman who went to church at Thomasboro Presbyterian. My mother and myself were also members.
David & Linda Pleasants
October 27, 2007
Peppermint - Our hearts are with you - Sam's contagious smile and special way always affected us. His kindness extended to our family including our daughters. He truly lived the Christian life and was an example that could not be duplicated. We will all miss him greatly.
Mike Quinto
October 27, 2007
So few people are as good and decent as Sam always was. Over the 35 years of my real estate career, I can truthfully say that Sam was the epitome of a gentleman. Please know that you are all in my prayers.
Bob Baber
October 27, 2007
I will remember with a smile the three or four years that my daughter Courtney and I spent in the Indian Princess tribe with Sam and Mary Knox. As "Chief Bird on Hill" Sam set the bar high for future chiefs. He was a good guy and will be missed.
Bob Baber
Tim and Theresa Duhan
October 27, 2007
Sam is a great man. Our family has worked with Sam for many, many years and we will miss him dearly. He always knew the right thing to say and always had a great smile on his face. His family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Beverly Brown
October 27, 2007
Dear Peppermint,
Jack and I want you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you, your girls and Sam's extended family in this difficult time. Our hearts are heavy and saddened by his untimely death. We are out of the country and will not be able to attend the memorial service but wanted you to know we are thinking of you.
Beverly and Jack
Jane, Frank & Todd Murden
October 27, 2007
Dear Peppermint, Mary Knox & Alice,
We want to add our deep sigh of grief with these other dear friends for your loss; words can not express what wants to be said...heart to heart. Todd was told of the news at 2:00a.m. Thursday night (cell phones do not have time limits with the young and I am thankful for their deep awareness and sharing). I am remembering a time when I had just become a young deacon/elder and Sam was already working for the Lord as an elder...he caught me by surprise at a Wednesday night fellowship dinner by announcing to the group that Jane would give the blessing...I'm sure I mumbled through and afterwards looked at Sam...and he said with that little smile..."now that your an elder, you always need to be ready". Such great advice...and true. He was a great role model for following Christ...and I intend to try to continue to follow him. God bless you during this time of grief. Love & Blessings, Jane, Frank & Todd
Linda Donovan
October 27, 2007
Peppermint, Alice and Mary Knox,
We are sad to hear of your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Warmly,
Linda, Dan, Daniel, Heather and Patrick Donovan
Julie Kenny
October 27, 2007
To the Zealy family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. You will be in my heart, thoughts, and prayers during this difficult time. I can hear his voice, see his smile, and remember the unabandoned enthusiasm he had for the life he lived and those he loved.
Alice and "Knoxy",
My wish for you is that you will cling tightly to each other and the knowledge of your dad's love for you.
Mary and Bob Skenes
October 27, 2007
A wonderful friend, a trusted fellow REALTOR, a great neighbor - even with the goats, chickens and rabbits - and one of the most "Unforgetable Characters" we ever met! The red suit and red shoes at Christmas are a hard act to follow. He will be sorely missed.
Amy Peebles
October 27, 2007
Peppermint Zealy. Just wanted to let you know that you and your family are in my prayers. I did not have the pleasure of knowing Sam, but can tell he was a wonderful man. Amy Peebles (Amy I. Sedgefield Elementary 2nd grade - I believe 1981.
Justo Nunez
October 27, 2007
Peppermint, Alice and Mary Knox ... Sam was always friendly, kind and a true Southern gentleman ... one of those people you meet that you know is truly and genuinely warm and comforting. May he be forever remembered as a wonderful role model to his family, and to us all. All of the Nunezes will keep you in our thoughts and prayers ... take good care.
Justo, Chris and the Nunez kids
Cissy Bailey Smith
October 27, 2007
Dearest Peppermint, I am so glad I stayed with you and Sam for the reunion. Your kindness and Sam's are legendary. He saw me glance toward the dance floor and the next thing I knew we were shagging. Hmmm, that could have been payback for my good deed in introducing him so he cold ask that question. Yes, she did know Click and Clack. There is no one like Sam. He'll be brightening heaven, but we will so miss him here. Love, Cissy, Jenny, & Benji
Tom Meacham
October 27, 2007
I just heard of the passing of a dear ,dear friend and it saddens me deeply because he and I grew up together in Thomasbora and graduated from West Meck toghether and I will sorely miss his ever present smile and up beat attitude will forever be with me as one of the many fond memories of growing up together...I will pray that you will have the strength and the peace that comes so hard at a time like this. May God bless and keep you in this sorrowful time.
Joe and Dorothy Clark
October 27, 2007
We will always remember Sam's smile-you were a better person in his presence. Sam exemplified the best of humanity. May the family be enveloped in God's grace.
Jim Millner
October 27, 2007
Sam and I were friends at West Meck. H.S. I drove the school bus that went from the Westchester area. I remember Sam being someone that was full of energy, easy to talk to, and most of all a good friend.
My thoughts are with the family.
God bless,
Jim Millner
Wayne and Lisa Wilson
October 27, 2007
Dear Peppermint(Jane), Alice and Mary Knox,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time
Lisa and Wayne Wilson (Sue Davis' daughter)
Tom Heldreth
October 27, 2007
Peppermint, Alice, and Family,
I was deeply saddened to read of Sam's passing. You probably won't remember me, but I had the honor and privilege of teaching eighth-grade English to dear Alice a number of years at Kiser Middle School. I also became acquainted with Peppermint during those special days, and had met the entire family at services held at Christ United Methodist Church. I think back over those years quite often and always smile. Alice was definitely one of the most intelligent and hard-working students I have ever taught.
May God richly bless you with His comfort and solace during this very difficult time. Your entire family is definitely in my thoughts and prayers.
Tom Heldreth
Bob Chandgie
October 27, 2007
Sam Zealy - truly a good man!
Fonda and Daniel Brittain
October 27, 2007
Dear Peppermint,
Our hearts are so sad. We grieve for you and the girls and because the world has lost a great man. He was a treasure to all who knew him.. a true man of character. Know that we care . We cannot attend the service but will join others in prayer for your comfort and strength in the days ahead.
Love,
Fonda and Daniel
JOEY WEAVER
October 27, 2007
SAM HAS TOUCHED MY LIFE MORE THAN ANYONE WILL EVER KNOW. HE WAS AND ALWAYS WILL BE - MY FRIEND, MY MENTOR, MY 'BROTHER.' I WISH WE COULD ALL WAKE UP TO FIND THAT IT'S
ALL BEEN A BAD DREAM. GOD BLESS YOU ZEALY FAMILY.
WE WILL FOREVER KEEP HIS MEMORY ALIVE ! SAM WAS SO DEARLY LOVED BY US!
Joe and Maria Warner
October 27, 2007
Peppermint, Joe and I are so sorry and shocked by Sam's untimely passing..we will call when we are back in town..we were at a family reunion and could not get back in town...our love to the girls...Joe and Maria
Dave Johnson
October 27, 2007
We will miss Sam's smling face and wit and love of others. This is so terribly sad. Dave and Caryl Johnson
Lanna Moxley
October 27, 2007
My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Much love and many hugs,
Lanna
"The life given us by nature is short; but the memory of a well-spent life is eternal." Cicero 106-43 BC
Sam Miller
October 27, 2007
He met you the first time as if he knew you forever. He welcomed everyone with an open heart and supportive smile. Everyone was treated with respect and dignity. It is a great loss.
Ronny Downer
October 27, 2007
Sammy Zealy and all the Zealy family had a tremendous impact on my early years at Thomasboro Presbyterian Church. I was in BSA Troop 94 w/Sam. It was only a week ago that Lee Hipp and I were discussing the impact of troop 94 and the Zealy's on our lives. We are better folks for having known Sam. "till we have faces" (c.s.Lewis) Ronny
Dan, Judy, and Katie Quinn
October 27, 2007
Our hearts go out to you during this time of loss. All of you will be in our thoughts and prayers. May time provide comfort to your hearts and allow wonderful memories to ease your sorrow.
Jim Turner
October 27, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Lynne Allen
October 27, 2007
Sam has been a business associate of my family for three generations, but more importantly considered by all of the Jamison/Duhan/Allen family a dear friend. Sam will be dearly missed.
Thomas Hubert
October 27, 2007
I was saddened to hear of Sam's death. I fondly remember his smile and upbeat attitude.
May the Father of us all pay extra attention to you and your family at this time. Tom Hubert
Melissa Masten
October 27, 2007
I sat beside Sam in church one Sunday. When it came time for scripture, he took the Bible from the pew. He had such an endearing way about him. But, I noticed the Bible was upside down. He then methodically unfolded and uncrimped all the corners of the pages before placing it back in the pew. Then he went on to the hymnals. That was Sam.
Arnold and Faye Rogers
October 27, 2007
Our hearts go out to you, and your family, at this time of great loss and sadness.
Although I only met Sam a few times, my wife, Faye, saw him regularly at Carolina Bank where she works.
I first met Sam at a Red Cross blood drive drive where he led us in Christmas carrols as we waited. He always remembered me when he saw me, and I could tell he was a wonderful person.
Our prayers will be with you and your family.
Lamar Thomas
October 27, 2007
What a sparkle of life Sammy gave to people. My memories of him are flashing by as I think about those good days. I can see his infectious smile and hear his voice remembering the happiness he brought. Bless be the tie that binds us together.
Deborah Helms
October 27, 2007
To Peppermint, Alice and Mary Knox, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are so sorry for your loss! We will miss Sam so much, even though we only saw him on Thanksgiving Day. Our Thanksgivings will be much less bright without his presence. Please know that we love you and are praying for you!
Bob, Deborah and Weston Helms
Susan Smith
October 27, 2007
Peppermint, Alice, and Mary Knox: I want you to know that you are in my thoughts.
Able Sewer and Drain
October 27, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss. Sam was a great guy. We will miss him deeply. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Nathan and Lori Duhan
October 27, 2007
We are so very saddened to hear of your loss! Sam was a wonderful man and he will be missed by many. He was a warm and genuinely caring friend to our family for many years. Please know that we will be praying that you will find strength in the Lord's presence, comfort in His mercy, and peace in His love.
Linda O'Briant
October 27, 2007
our thoughts and prayers are with you all.....much love..Mike and Linda O'Briant................
Allen Gayle
October 27, 2007
"Samuel Hollingsworth Zealy, Jr." I always liked using his full name when we were kids. Sammy was a wonderful friend for 55 years, even though we were not close after college.
You'll be greatly missed old pal, but never forgotten. No longer in our arms but forever in our hearts!
To Jane, Alice, & Mary Knox my prayers are with you.
To Mrs. Mary Zealy, Ruth & Libby, I shall never forget the impact Sammy and all of you had upon my young life. May God bless & comfort you all.
Love, Allen.
Michael "Mickey" Bolus
October 26, 2007
And Christ shall descend from heaven with the shout of the Archangel and the trumpet of God; and the dead in Christ shall arise first, and we who are alive shall be caught up together with them to meet the Lord in the air.
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