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.
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