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Sammy White Obituary
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Sammy Baugh White of Knox City, Texas went to be with his Lord and Savior on December 31, 2013.
Celebration of Life services will be held at Friday, January 3, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Knox City, Texas with Bob Acree officiating. Family visitation will be Friday, January 3, 2014, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. at Smith Funeral Home, Knox City, Texas.
Sammy B. was born on January 18, 1926 in Rule, Texas, to C. H. and Eva Baugh White. The family moved to Rochester where he attended school. His studies at Texas A&M were interrupted by World War II. He joined the US Navy serving as Quartermaster on the USS Ammen in the Pacific Theatre. He was honorably discharged in 1946 and received the Philippine Liberation Victory medal. He returned to Texas A&M and graduated with the class of '47.
Sammy B. married Winifred Walker on December 28, 1947; they were married for 63 years. He returned to Knox City after his graduation and farmed for over sixty years. He, also, retired as a social worker from the Texas State Department of Human Services
He was a member of First Baptist Church, Knox City, Texas where he served as deacon and taught Sunday school for over fifty-three years. He was a member and past president of the Knox City Lions Club and Knox City Country Club. He was a former city councilman. He, also, served on the Board of Directors of the O'Brien Co-op gin and Rolling Plains Ground Water Conservation board.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Winifred and grandson, Ross Baker. He was the last surviving member of the family of C.H. and Eva White.
Sammy B. is survived by his daughter, Karen and husband, Ron White of Graham, Texas; daughter, Teresa and husband, Bobby Baker of Weatherford, Texas; son, Sammy B. White, Jr. and wife Renee; of Georgetown, Texas. His grandchildren; Chris White and wife, Amy; Whitney Flack and husband, Allen and Matt White all of Dallas, Texas; Samantha White and Meredith White of Georgetown, Texas; and great-grandson Charles Flack.
Arrangements are under the direction of Smith Family Funeral Home, Knox City, Texas.
For those desiring, memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, PO Box 355, Knox City, Texas.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Patricia Perez
January 2, 2014
Sam and Renee White God Bless your Family durning this time of your loss. Sammy Baugh White Rest in Peace with the Lord.
Sam & Chris Davis
January 2, 2014
Dear Ones, We will always remember Winn and Sammy with thoughts of love. They were so very special. We remember the good times and the laughter we shared with them. God planted us right next door to two angels and we will never forget them. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. I know Winn and Sammy are looking down with pride at their children and grandchildren. They loved you all so very much. May you always have a song in your hearts and a smile on your faces as you recall past memories. I know we will. Love & Prayers
Linda Turner
January 2, 2014
Sam,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Linda and Roger Turner
Carol Willis
January 1, 2014
Dear Karen and family,
I pray that all of your precious memories will bring you comfort and peace during this time.
I hope that in time those same sweet memories of a life well lived will dry your tears and each time you remember your wonderful father that a smile will replace those tears.
How blessed you all were with such a Godly man to lead your family.
Carol Willis
Del and Vicki Lee
January 1, 2014
"No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God has prepared for those who love him" (1 Corinthians 2:9) --Much love and continuing prayers.
Cindy Huntsman Alexander
January 1, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this difficult time. Your dad was a good man, I remember him and your mom. Trust in the Lord and give your grief to him, he will see you through this.
Faith James
January 1, 2014
Thoughts and prayers to the family. I'm very sorry for your loss. I know you will miss him. (Hugs) Teresa
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