Individual Details

Death

Sammie Guy Waller, 66, of Magnolia passed away on Friday, December 28, 2018 at Wentworth Place Cottages surrounded by his family. He was born on August 14, 1952 in Emerson to Doris and the late Travis Waller. He grew up in Emerson, where he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family. At the age of 17, he met Kay Furr, who became his lifelong sweetheart and wife of 46 years. He was a member of First Baptist Church and had retired from his commercial paint business. Sammie was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He enjoyed nothing more than to gather with his family and friends trading his famous tall tales. He was preceded in death by his father, Travis Waller. He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Kay Furr Waller; mother, Doris Waller of Emerson; son, Jamie (Caroline) Waller and daughter Sloane of Magnolia; daughter, Karen (Casey) Whitehead and children Ryder, Tyce and Quintin of Magnolia; daughter, Katie (Steven) Dearman and children Rylie Kate and Grayson of Zachary, LA; sister, Linda (Joe) Mullins of Emerson; brother, Gary (Beth) Waller of Warner-Robbins, GA; sister, Jan (David) Waddell of Texarkana; brother, Ross Waller of Warner-Robbins, GA; and a host of extended family and friends. For the last few years, Sammie resided at Wentworth Place Cottages where many wonderful staff members lovingly assisted with his care. The family is grateful for the friendships and love of the staff and fellow residents. The family also greatly appreciates the services of Life Touch Hospice. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Sunday, December 30 at Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. in Magnolia. Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Monday, December 31 at First Baptist Church with Bro. David Watkins officiating. Burial will follow at the Memorial Park Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ryder Jackson, Tyce Jackson, Buster Waller, Justin Waller, Lyndon Waller and Brad Roberson. In lieu of flowers, the family ask donations be made to First Baptist Church or a charity of your choosing.