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BACK, Samuel D. "Sonny" 53, of Springfield died suddenly Saturday, June 2, 2007 in Miami Valley Hospital. He was born November 1, 1953 in Hamilton, Ohio the son of Tilden R. and Doris (Boggs) Back. Mr. Back built houses all his life and was baptized at First Baptist Church of Enon. He was fun loving and always enjoyed being outdoors with family and friends. Sonny raised horses and llamas, loved Country Music and the Blues and played the dobro and pedal steel guitar. He is survived by his angelic wife of 34 years Dale L. (Shope) Back; his son Jamie Lee Back of Springfield; two precious grandsons Isaac and Dusty Dean Back; his loving father, Tilden of Burnside, Kentucky; his loving mother-in-law Pauline Schaper of Springfield; two brothers and a sister-in-law Rudy and "Dink" Back of Urbana and William R. "Bill" Back of Somerset, Kentucky; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his mother Doris; son Daniel Back in 1996; grandparents Hilliard and Ethel Boggs, Willie and Cleta Back. Friends may call Tuesday from 4-8 p.m. in the RICHARDS, RAFF & DUNBAR MEMORIAL HOME. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 3 p.m. in the Memorial Home with Rev. Orbie Estep officiating. Cremation will follow. Memorial contributions may be made to The James Cancer Center. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to www.richardsraffanddunbar.com.
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You may think I'm a dreamer, But I'm not the only one. I hope some day you'll join us and the World will live as one.
Bill Back
June 7, 2007
Dale lets not cry because it's over, lets smile because of all the good things that happened because Sonny was here among us. My brother my mentor my friend. . Now I'm an old hippie but that was Sonny's idea too. All I have to say is "Though nothing can bring back the hour Of Splendor in the grass, Of glory in the flower, We will grieve not, but rather find Strength in what remains behind. And I believe that's the way he would have wanted it Dale. I love you both forever and ever Amen.
Joy Hunt
June 7, 2007
Dale, It's Joy. I just couldn't write anything in the memory basket. The brain was dead. You know how much I loved all of you! I was always so jealous of you two and the special love you had that endeared everything. He was my special baby. You made such beautiful babies and got beautiful grandbabies. The last we spoke I was bad. We talked alot and at the end he won the battle with me. He knew he would. He was the prettiest , the funniest, the workingest, loving, and always there for everyone. I know he couldn't have had an enemy in the world. I still want to walk out in the back yard and moon him. It just seems like the right thing to do. I'll have to wait till after dark, I wouldn't want to blind anyone. I just wanted to try to say something before the guest book run out. I love you with all my heart and you know Sonny had a special place in my heart (both of you). I'll call later. LOVE YA JOY
Michelle Butler
June 6, 2007
Mrs. Back,
I would like to express my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
From,
Dr. Joel Macy and staff
Sarah Comer
June 5, 2007
Dale and Family,
We are very sorry to hear about your loss. Sonny was a great person and kind as well.. I was very thankful when you both aloud me to keep my pig on your farm the summer of 2004. My thoughts are with you all..
Steve,Sarah(Gabbard)and Brooke Comer
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Stacy Jones
June 5, 2007
Dale,Nik & Dusty,
We are so very sorry for all that you are going through.I know Sonny loved you all very much.He knew how to make people laugh and he will be missed by many.Just hold on to all the good memories that you have.We love you,
Stacy, Mark and Josh Jones.
John & Sandy Goff
June 5, 2007
Dale and Family,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sharon Poland
June 5, 2007
Dale & family,
So sorry about Sonny. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
David Wilson
June 5, 2007
Dale
So sorry for your loss.
Although I did not know Sonny for long, I could tell he was a unique person, with a special way about him.
If I can help in any way in the coming weeks let me know.
Tara Wheeler
June 4, 2007
Dale,
We are very sorry for your loss. Sonny will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Kevin & LeAnn Griggs
June 4, 2007
Dearest Dale,
We are so sorry about Sonny. Our 25+ years of friendship seems to be plagued with tradgedy lately. You know I care about you, just call me.
Jamie Morris
June 4, 2007
Dear Dale,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Sonny was a unique and kind individual. He had a way of picking you up when you needed it. He was a true sweetheart. He spoke of you and your grandson's with alot of love in his heart. The thoughts and prayers of many are with you and your family at this time of sorrow. My deepest sympathies.
clark hill
June 4, 2007
Dale,
All though I only knew Sonny for a short time he had a presence in my life that will be unrivaled.
WE WILL ALL MISS YOU PAPAW
Mike, Denise & Family Carroll
June 4, 2007
Dale & Family,
My deepest condolences go out to you and your family. I went to High School with Sonny and will always have fond memories. Sonny was one of a kind. He will surely be missed.
Mike & Denise Carroll
We Love Ya Sonny..... Tim, Bob and Wilma Cahall
Tim Cahall
June 4, 2007
Dale, Jamie, Uncle Sammy...
I am so sorry that you have to deal with this so early in life. I have always loved and admired ya'll. Sonny was a hero of sorts to me as he was able to be so musically inclined w/o even trying! I remember the day you guys got married as a beautiful day of love and sunshine for all! Uncle Sammy, You have been the backbone in my becoming an event producer at some of the largest Bluegrass Music venues in the country, as well as the inspiritation behind my creating my own enity of business. I couldn't play as well as ya'll, but I found my nitch in the business because of ya'll! The "jams" I have witnessed in Enon have, and will always mean alot to me!
Sonny, Give my LOVE to you're Lovely Mother, My "Auntie Doris"; Our beloved grandparents, "Mommy Ethel and Pa" and our beloved ancestors we share!
You may say I'm a dreamer... But I'm NOT the only one. My beloved Cousin Sonny Back, Rest in Peace Buddy!
Tabitha Harris
June 4, 2007
Dear Dale,
I wanted to let you know that I am very sorry for your loss. I know Sonny cared for you and his family greatly, you were all he ever talked about. How much of an amazing woman you are. Your family is in my prayers. My life was blessed by Sonny, and he will be missed, maybe more than he knows.
Ron & Dallas Carroll
June 4, 2007
Dale,
We are so sorry to here about Sonny.Our thoughts will be with you.
Dean Back
June 4, 2007
I am sorry to hear of your loss. I didn't know Sonny personally, but his grandfather, Hilliard Boggs, was my first cousin. He came from a fine family.
Tom Caudill
June 4, 2007
Dale,
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Vicki Adams
June 4, 2007
Hi Dale and Family, I posted one of these earlier, you may end up with 2 (1st didn't show.) I wanted you to know how much we all loved Sonny, and will miss him always. He loved you all so much. Every time we spoke, he was always talking about you, Jamie, Isaac, all of you. There was only one Sonny, and he will be missed more than he would ever believe. Please let me know if I can do anything at all for any of you. We love you and you are in our prayers. Vicki & Kaitlyn Adams
Vicki Adams
June 4, 2007
Dear Dale and family, I cannot tell you how deep my sadness goes for you and to all of us that knew and loved Sonny. He was one of a kind. He sure loved you guys and everytime I talked to him, the conversation always was about you Dale, or Jamie, or little Isaac, or anyone else in his family. Knowing Sonny, he's there getting the place ready for the rest of his family and friends, scoping out where the fun is. He will be missed so much more than he would have ever believed. God bless you, and I hope if you need anything you will please let me know. Much love and sincerest condolences to you all.
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