James C. Sams

James C. Sams obituary

James C. Sams

James Sams Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by McMillan-Satterwhite Funeral Home on Feb. 19, 2026.
James Sams passed away on February 1,2026 at the age of 77 years old.

He was born to Dallas Judson Sams and Lorenne May Ward on March 8, 1948 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

James loved the Indian heritage where he was from. He also loved. hot rods and cars. He was quick witted and played many musical instruments. He was especially good at being a wood worker and was a great craftsman.

He is preceded in death by his father; Dallas Sams, his mother; Lorenne Ward Sams and his sister Patricia Jean Coulter.

He is survived by his son, Bobby Curtis Sams, his sister Debbie Sams and his daughter Brandy Michelle.

He will surely be missed.

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