Thursday, March 28, 2019 7:43 am

Roy Lee Sams, 83, of, Forest City, passed away March 17, 2019.

A native of Rutherford County, he was a son of the late Walter Lee Sams and Mary Reid Sams, and also the widower of the late Frances "Mickey" Morgan Sams. He was a member of Tanners Grove United Methodist Church and retired from AGI after many years of service. Roy had a deep love for family, especially his grandchildren. He also enjoyed NASCAR racing, camping, and spending time with his family. He was also preceded in death by a brother, William Sams, a sister, Martha White, and a great granddaughter.

Survivors include his son, Boyce "Duffie" Sams (Teresa) of Forest City; a daughter, Amelia DeVue Sams of Forest City; brothers, Marshall Sams (Betty) of Fredericksburg, VA, Roger Sams (Laura) of Bostic, and Raymond Sams (Laura) of Shelby; sisters, Geraldine Carpenter (Robert) and Patsy Mode (Doc), all of Ellenboro; four grandchildren; eighteen great grandchildren, and three great great grandchildren.

The funeral service was held at Tanners Grove United Methodist Church. Interment followed in the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to Tanners Grove UMC, 151 Tanners Grove Rd, Forest City, NC 28043.

The Padgett & King Mortuary is serving the family.