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POOLE Sam McCall Poole III passed away on Wednesday, August 1, 2012 at the age of 48. Beloved husband of Valerie LeJeune Poole. Loving father of Sam Poole IV. He is also survived by his parents, Sam and Barbara Poole; Sisters, Barbara "Kerri" Poole, Katie Deshotels and her husband Johnny; his Brother, Michael Poole and his wife Ophelia and 10 nieces and nephews. Sam was the President and Founder of Premier Industries, Inc. and had a great passion for his work. He was extremely generous and had an infectious laugh. He will be deeply and sadly missed by all. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the memorial visitation at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Tuesday, August 7, 2012 from 3:00PM until 5:30PM. A Memorial Service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday at 5:30PM. Interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, www.stjude.org. Family and friends can view and sign the online guestbook at www.mothefunerals.com. Information: 504-366-4343.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Aug. 4 to Aug. 5, 2012.

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Jimmy LeBlanc

July 29, 2025

RIP Sam!! Until we meet again.

Yamare Ndiaye

July 29, 2023

Sinceres condolences

Jimmy LeBlanc

July 29, 2023

11yrs. Ago you grew your wings! Gone by not forgotten. Until we meet again my friend. Fly High

Yamare Ndiaye

July 29, 2022

He was a very kind and giving person. The world lost a beautiful soul when he passed away. R.I.P

Jimmy LeBlanc

July 29, 2022

Gone but not forgotten!! R.I.P. Sam, Until we meet again!

Nancy Salling

September 3, 2012

Dear Sam and Babs, my heart goes out to both of you, in the loss of your son. My prayers are with you at this difficult time.Condolences to the entire Poole family.

Sincerely,

Linda De Leon

August 18, 2012

My prayers to the entire Poole family. There are no words that can be said at this most difficult time. I pray that the Lord help each one of you. Mr. & Mrs. Poole (Parents) I am so sorry for the loss of your son. To his brother Michael (Ophelia & girls), his wife Val and son and his sister, may the Lord give you all strength you need at this time of sorrow.

Michael Rolland SR

August 14, 2012

Sam'

You were too young to go old friend. I can remember the story you told me about when you got the 30 million to open the company and then you went home and threw up. LOL. I will never forget you. RIP.

Mark Prinzel

August 13, 2012

My sincerest condolences to all the Poole family members & friends. I did not know Sam very well, but all that I knew of him was well liked.

Donea Benandi

August 12, 2012

Val, our prayers go out to you and your family. Such a hard thing to understand. I pray that our lord will guide you

Jess Arceneaux

August 11, 2012

Sam,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Sarah Cottrell

August 10, 2012

Val,
I am so sorry for your loss, my deepest sympathy to you all. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayer.

August 9, 2012

val,i am so sorry to hear about your lost my thoughts and prayers are with you and little SAM.
YAMAR

Jimmy LeBlanc

August 8, 2012

"To All The Poole Families"
Such sorrow fills the hearts of many. He will always be in my heart.
May the lord help you all find comfort in this time of grief.
R.I.P. SAM

Luther Coon

August 8, 2012

Mike, I am sorry for your loss and my prayers go out to you and your family.

Melissa Laviolette

August 7, 2012

Val, my deepest sympathy to you and baby Sam! I will never forget our good times in N.O. May God let you feel his light and peace!

Ann Dupre

August 7, 2012

Val, words can not express how sorry we are you and little Sam . You are in thoughts and prayers we are here for you always .

Leslie Hyatt

August 7, 2012

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Glenn DaGian

August 7, 2012

Babs and Sam, We are truly saddened to hear of the loss of your beloved son, Sam III. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Ray Fuenzalida

August 7, 2012

My deepest sympathy to you and the rest of the family. Sam was an excellent guy, always optimistic, always positive. A true loss.

Wendy Maddux

August 7, 2012

Val, I'm so very sorry..all my love to you and the baby. Don't hesitate to call if you need anything at all. Love you!

Jen & Joe Gustafson

August 7, 2012

Val:
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of such a kind man. My thoughts and prayers are with you & Little Sam. May God give you peace & strength during this difficult time.

Cleve Ammons & Kelly Kastens

August 6, 2012

Val,

Our hearts go to you and your family in this difficult time. Sam was a good and giving man. He will be missed.
If there's anything we can do, please don't hesitate to ask.

Nicole Patin Folse

August 6, 2012

My deepest sympathy

Trinese Scott-Wilson

August 6, 2012

Val:
May your heart and soul find peace and comfort. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Phillip Carmouche

August 6, 2012

My deepest sympathy....Praying for the Poole family.

August 6, 2012

Valerie my heart aches for you and Sam , please know you are in my prayers. Ms gigi

Mike Territa

August 6, 2012

So sorry for your loss my prayers are with you . I pray for strength through this time of pain.

DEWANNA AND BRIAN TREADWAY

August 6, 2012

Val, we were so sorry to read about the loss of your husband. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

AMBER TREADWAY WILLIAMS

August 6, 2012

Val, I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Diane Marriott

August 6, 2012

My sincere condolences to the Poole family. We are deeply saddened by the passing of Sam's dad. My prayers are with you. Valerie, please know we are ready to help Sam in any way possible.

Billie Jean DiVincenti

August 6, 2012

There are no words to ease the pain of your loss, but remembering the good times does bring strength and comfort. My thoughts and prayers are with Sam's family, friends, and employees.

Steve and Dianne Shapiro

August 5, 2012

In memory of Sam Poole, he is fondly remembered and will be sadly missed.

August 5, 2012

Val,we send our condolance and sorrow to you and little Sam. My you let God walk with you in this tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

God Bless, Carol And Thom Patai

Iris Vacante

August 5, 2012

Valerie, My heart is so sad for you and little Sam. Please know that we are here for you if you need anything. If you need help with little Sam, please call the school to get my number. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Daniel Babin

August 5, 2012

It is with great sorrow, to hear of such a kind, gentle, and giving man to leave this world. As a boss, he was an extremely fair and supportive man. As a friend, his quiet strength was undeniable. He had a major impact in my life and he will be sorely missed. My thoughts and prayers will be with you Val and "Little Sam". He spoke so proudly whenever he would talk of either of you and his face would light up like a giddy school boy...May God watch over you both.

Elizabeth Eschete

August 5, 2012

Kerri,
I am saddened to hear of your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Much love,
Beth Eschete'

August 4, 2012

Val,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and little Sam. May you gain strength from the love and cherished moments you had together, and may you take comfort in knowing that Sam's big heart reached many of us. The Sequeira Family
Eddie, Becky, and the boys-
Giovanni, Etienne & Sebastian

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