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Samuel Earnhardt Obituary

Samuel “Sam” Joseph Earnhardt, 63, of Salisbury, NC passed away Thursday, February 5, 2026 at Novant Health Rowan Regional Medical Center.

Sam was born November 2, 1962 in Weirton, West Virginia to Gladys G. Earnhardt of Salisbury and the late Lacey J. Earnhardt. He was a graduate of North Rowan High School class of 1981 and attended Johnson Bible College. He enjoyed acting in the local community theatre and cooking, having worked as a chef around town.

He was preceded in death by his father, Lacey J. Earnhardt.

Surviving is his mother, Gladys G. Earnhardt; sister, Sharon Earnhardt (Robert Paolino); nieces and nephews: Erika Young, Shafiq Moujahed (Jasmine), Sara Bryant (Brandon): great-nieces and nephews: Johnathan, Gavin, Evan, Logan, and Hazel and great-great niece, Hadlee.

The family will receive friends Wednesday (Feb 11) from 1-2 PM at Summersett Funeral Home. A funeral service will follow at 2 PM in Summersett Memorial Chapel, officiated by Pastor Jonathan Laws. Burial will follow the service at City Memorial Park.

Memorials may be made to First Christian Church, 613 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury, NC 28144.

Summersett Funeral Home is serving the Earnhardt family. Online condolences may be made at www.summersettfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Salisbury Post on Feb. 8, 2026.

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