Charles Sams

Charles E. Sams, 85, of Clifton, died Wednesdsay, January 13, 2021, at Spartanburg Medical Center. He was born February 17, 1935 in Glendale, a son to the late Everette and Estelle McKinney Sams. He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 40 plus years, Amanda Attaway Sams. He was a member of Glendale Baptist Church, retired from Mayfair Mills, and was a US Air Force veteran of the Korean War. Charles stood strong beside his 4 step-children. The most important thing to Charles was his Salvation and then his family and their Salvation. He was a very loved man, not only by his family, but anyone who met him. He always had a smile on his face and love in his heart. He loved singing gospel songs here on Earth. Now he is singing in Heaven! Charles is survived by his step-sons, Danny Attaway (Margaret) and Clifton Attaway (Lee); a brother, Robert E. Sams; sisters, Alice R. Tutterrow (Joe) and Katie Teeler (Jimmy); a beloved brother-in-law, George Hunter; a step-grandson, Adam Attaway (Jerri); 7 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a step-son, Charles Attaway (Debbie); a step-daughter, Linda Ross; and sisters, Sarah M. Long, Mary J. Bennett and Nellene Hunter. A graveside service will be held 2:00 p.m. Monday, January 18, 2021, at Daniel Morgan Memorial Gardens, 175 Cemetery Street, Cowpens, SC 29330, conducted by the Rev. Daniel Blackwell. The family will receive friends following the service. The family will be at their respective homes. Memorials may be made to Glendale Baptist Church Mission Fund, PO Box 268, Glendale, SC 29346. Floyd's North Church Street Chapel To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Charles E. Sams please visit our Sympathy Store.