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    Walter "Sam" Samuel Lightsey

    May 28, 1930 - May 4, 2022

    Walter “Sam” Samuel Lightsey Sam, age 91, passed away on Wednesday, May 4, 2022. He was a resident of Hammond, LA. Sam proudly served his country in the United States Navy and retired after 23 ½ years. He was a passionate vegetable gardener and he loved watching old westerns and game shows. His favorite was Deal or No Deal. Sam was such a loving person who always made others smile. He will be forever missed. He is survived by his daughter, Sue Martinez; sister, Carolyn Gatlin and her husband Eddie; grandchildren, Arielle Saragusa, John Lawdermilt, and David Jozwiak; four great grandchildren and eight great great grandchildren. Sam is preceded in death by his wife, Thelma Lightsey of 51 years; his parents, 3 sisters and 3 brothers. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a visitation from the chapel of Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home, 12012 Hwy 190 W. Hammond, LA 70401, on Thursday, May 12, 2022 from 11-2pm until the burial at Carter Cemetery in Springfield. Condolences and other information may be found at www.thompsoncares.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home.

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    Walter “Sam” Samuel Lightsey Sam, age 91, passed away on Wednesday, May 4, 2022. He was a resident of Hammond, LA. Sam proudly served his country in the United States Navy and retired after 23 ½ years. He was a passionate vegetable... View Obituary & Service Information

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