Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Sam's Life Celebration on Monday, April 21, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Leber-Lakeside Funeral Home, 150 Landing Road, Landing, N.J. A Firefighters Service will be held at 8 p.m. Obituary for Samuel Kel Wilson - Nickels Funeral Home, Inc April 19, 2023 Samuel Wilson passed away at age 94 years old in November 1975. Samuel also steadfastly served his country as a member of the United States Air Force. [6] His duties included checking freshness and packaging, and ensuring that the barrels were built and packed according to specifications. He was originally buried in Mt. Sammy was a loyal fan of Washington Commanders. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. A visitation for Samuel will be held Wednesday, February 15, 2023 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Cashner Funeral Home, 801 Teas Road, Conroe, Texas 77303. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, for Research and . ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Third wife of Samuel The Fairhope Rotary Steak Cook Off is finally back! [9] While Wilson may or may not have been the original "Uncle Sam",[3] the 87th United States Congress adopted the following resolution on September 15, 1961: "Resolved by the Senate and the House of Representatives that the Congress salutes Uncle Sam Wilson of Troy, New York, as the progenitor of America's National symbol of Uncle Sam. A viewing will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 15, 2021 followed by Celebration of Life Service at Holiday Inn Fredericksburg Conference Center, 20 Sanford Drive, Fredericksburg, Virginia 22406. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Samuel Wilson to show support. [5], Wilson's career role during the War of 1812 is what he is most noted for today. Today we remember, honor and celebrate one of God's most faithful, devoted, loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle, cousin and friend, Samuel Wilson, affectionately known as Sammy, Daddy, Papa . Four days later he took an Oath of Office as Path Master (now more commonly known as road commissioner). He was also cherished by other relatives and friends. JOSEPH W. NICKELS FUNERAL HOME INC., 404 Sewickley Ave., Herminie, PA 15637, 724-446-7251 is in charge of arrangements. He mentored a generation of military researchers, and his contributions to science improved the health of our nation's children - particularly children in military families. During his service, Chief Wilson was honored with numerous awards and accolades. Sammy received his education in Amelia County and graduated from Russel Grove High School in 1956. Ida Cemetery, but later transferred to Oakwood Cemetery in Troy. [5] Samuel and Betsey were parents to four children, Polly (17971805), Samuel (18001807), Benjamin (180259), and Albert (180566). [6] Each barrel was marked "E.A.-U.S.", indicating "Elbert Anderson, United States". Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one.