James "Chip" Taylor
Saturday December 24, 2011 at
3:05 PM
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What a small world we live in. Sam was my Babe Ruth baseball coach way back when. I never heard from him again until I worked at Brevard Community College (BCC) in Melbourne, FL, where he was a journalism instructor. He was as surprised as I. My condolences to his family.
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James "Chip"
Saturday December 24, 2011 at
3:01 PM
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Les Smith
Friday December 23, 2011 at
2:16 PM
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My sincere condolences. Sam and I were in constant contact during the years we both worked as Public Information Directors for the Cabell and Wood County Boards of Education. We drove together to a conference in Orlando one summer; another year we were in Boston. Sam's vibrant personality united any group with which he was a participant, and pleasant memories of these times remain though he has left us. I must celebrate this life, and I trust similar words from his many friends bring a smile to each of us during this time. Les Smith, San Diego, CA
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David l. Newlon
Thursday December 22, 2011 at
11:37 PM
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I have known Sam for more years than I can remember. He was a man among men. Sam had a heart of gold. He was a King among Kings. He will be surleys missed in our community, minds and hearts. My prayers go out to his family
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David & Sandy Thomas
Thursday December 22, 2011 at
8:26 PM
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Debra and Family,
Just read about you Dad and we are so sorry to about his death. I really enjoyed playing golf with him in Greenville. God Bless!!!
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Ken and Jerri Gainer
Thursday December 22, 2011 at
5:36 PM
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Sam will be missed by all who knew him. He was one of the first people I met when I came Marshall over50 years ago and we have been friends since. We always had our size in common. If I can help you in any way please let me know Ken gainer
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Betty Harrison Bowen
Thursday December 22, 2011 at
4:50 PM
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Sue,
I was so sorry to hear about Sam,he was such a nice person & loved by so many.
My thoughts&prayers are with you & your family.
Betty&Larry Bowen
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Rex Repass
Thursday December 22, 2011 at
4:16 PM
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Our deepest condolences to Sue and family. I have known Sam for many years. He was a good friend and wonderful ambassador for Marshall. I'm glad I got to visit with Sam homecoming weekend. I will miss him very much.
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Ann Burton Egnor
Thursday December 22, 2011 at
1:34 PM
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I've know Sammy since 1957. He would walk home from the Dispatch late at night and when he got to my house he would whistle to see if I was on the porch. Then we would have peanut butter sandwiches and milk and talk about anything and everything. Such a great guy and he touch so many people with his humor and kindness. I am truly sorry for your loss.
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Bob Brammer
Thursday December 22, 2011 at
12:34 PM
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Very sorry for you loss and sorry that I can't attend the services.
Sam was the modern day Swede Gulickson.
Bob Brammer
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Lawrence & Nancy Gravely
Thursday December 22, 2011 at
12:07 PM
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We have many fond memories of Sam and his varied contributions to Marshall and SAE. Please accept condolences from Nancy and I in his passing.
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Wilma Robinson
Thursday December 22, 2011 at
11:54 AM
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Jay, we are so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. Know that we are thinking of you. Our prayers are with you and your family. Love, John & Wilma Robinson
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Ron & Carolyn McGlothlin
Thursday December 22, 2011 at
11:50 AM
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Dear Sue;
Carolyn and I extend our deepest sympathy to your family.
What a terrible loss !
Sam was a special person,He will be sorely missed by all that knew him.
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Jack Dennis
Thursday December 22, 2011 at
11:28 AM
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I did not know Sam well but I know he was a nice nice man who is loved by many. Kindest regards and sympathy...
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Patty and Jack Tranior
Thursday December 22, 2011 at
11:27 AM
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Rest in peace am...Marshall U. is a better place because of you. Our prayers are with Sue and the family.
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Bert and Laura Fulks
Thursday December 22, 2011 at
10:40 AM
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Sam was certainly very special to so many people. He will be missed in more ways than he could have even imagined. Our prayers are with his family (including Lucy-Patty, of course) and his many friends.
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BOB AND MARY LEE LESLIE
Thursday December 22, 2011 at
10:00 AM
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Dear Sue, Please accept our heartfelt sympathy in the loss of Sam. He will be greatly missed. With our deep sympathy, Mary Lee & Bob
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Tonya Clark Kazee
Thursday December 22, 2011 at
9:40 AM
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Gidget,
I wanted to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Our parents give us so many precious memories that are never forgotten. God Bless
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Daniel Westfall
Thursday December 22, 2011 at
7:02 AM
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I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. Sam was a great friend and a great brother. Sam taught me a great deal and made me a better man and leader, through his dealings with the WV Alpha Chapter at Marshall. Sam was a loyal brother of SAE. My prayers are with Sue and the family. Phi Alpha Sam! Daniel Westfall
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Mike Zuliani
Thursday December 22, 2011 at
5:41 AM
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Sam was my grade school buddy.
A very friendly kid with a big smile.
May he rest in peace.
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Sue Barnes from The Babes
Thursday December 22, 2011 at
12:21 AM
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Fervent prayers coming your way at this time of grief.
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Brett Lloyd
Wednesday December 21, 2011 at
10:33 PM
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So sorry for your loss, Debbie & Gidget. Cherish the good memories & may the Peace of Our Lord, Jesus Christ be with you & your family always.
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Don and Doris Ferguson
Wednesday December 21, 2011 at
7:53 PM
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Sue,
I am glad that we had the opportunity to visit you-all on Homecoming weekend. He seemed so strong and healthy; just like the Sam I knew in high school and college. You and your family are in our prayers.
Don and Doris
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Joe Kessler
Wednesday December 21, 2011 at
5:56 PM
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You just couldn't think of Sam and not remember that big smile. Oh, to have just a bit of his personality.
Phi Alpha, Brother Sam
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Patrick Pinson
Wednesday December 21, 2011 at
4:34 PM
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Deepest condolences for the family of Sam - I have fond memories of Sam when we were brothers at SAE, and he made his mark in the world!
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Nancy Arnett
Wednesday December 21, 2011 at
4:13 PM
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To Sam's family, My sincere sympathy on the passing of dear Sam. We taught together at BCC for 10 years and developed a great friendship since we both had graduated from Marshall. He had more zest for life than a dozen people half his age and everyone loved being around him. He is now with the wonderful Herd in heaven. May the Lord comfort you in your sorrow.
Sincerely,
Nancy Arnett
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Selby & Donna Wellman
Wednesday December 21, 2011 at
4:10 PM
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Many fond memories with Sam. He will be missed very badly.
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Samuel Hagen Sam Stanley, 74, of Huntington, passed away on Tuesday, December 20, 2011 at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. Funeral services will be on Friday, December 23, 2011 at 11:00 am at the 5th Avenue Baptist Church by Dr. Allen Reasons. Burial will follow at Spring Valley Memory Gardens. Sam was born on April 18, 1937 in Wayne, WV the son of the late Paul J. Stanley and Pauline Napier Stanley Miller. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother John Stanley. He is survived by his wife of 42 years Janet Sue Stanley. Two daughters and sons in laws: Debra Jean and Kent Sargent of Greenville,SC and Laura Gidget and Jim Ross of Huntington. Three granddaughters: Samantha and Jaymi Ross of Huntington and Katherine Katie Sargent of Greenville, SC. One brother and sister in law, Jay and Sue Stanley of Knoxville, TN. and several nieces and nephews and his dog Lucy-Patty. Sam was a graduate of Marshall University having earned a B.A. in Liberal Arts in 1965, then a Masters Degree in Journalism in 1980. He was an active member of the SAE Fraternity where he met many lifelong friends. Sam worked for The Herald-Dispatch and the former evening paper, the Huntington Advertiser for many years. He was also news editor at the Somerset (Ky.) Commonwealth-Journal, sports editor of the Sanford (Fla.) Herald and a sports writer at the Orlando Sentinel. He was a sports information director for Marshall in the 1970s and the Marshall Alumni Association in the 1990s. Sam retired from the Big Green Foundation in 2010. He also taught journalism for Brevard (Fla.) Community College from 1988-1998. Sam was involved in many local organizations including the Huntington Kiwanis Club and Day Care Center; the Huntington Area Salvation Army and the Western Babe Ruth Baseball League. Friends may call from 6 to 8 pm Thursday at the Reger Funeral Home. Condolences may be made to the family at www.timeformemory.com/reger. Contributions may be made to the Marshall University Big Green Foundation. 
