“We love all of you so much. Sammy is singing to Jesus now.
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1 of 35 | Posted by: Sheri Burke - Port Angeles, WA
“There's a pain inside when one of us passes on from this life to the next. We are truly connected by our spirits in life. I love you Sam "Big Time"...Read More »
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2 of 35 | Posted by: Marty and Tani Shrabel - Garland, TX
“May God Bless Michelle & the entire Corley Family. A beautful Service today for a Wondeful Man!! Sam was a Gift from God and will never be forgotten!!
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3 of 35 | Posted by: Terry Ballard - Hermitage, TN
“To the entire Corley family: I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Sam. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time - may God comfort you...Read More »
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4 of 35 | Posted by: Tammy Wright
“To the entire Corley Family
May God bless you and keep you during this time of sorrow. Our prayers, thoughts and love are with all of you.
Our...Read More »
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5 of 35 | Posted by: Will & Jeanette Bennett - Toledo, OH
“I used to be the Door guy/ Security at Bourbon Street. Sam was a True Friend, and always brightened my day when he walked thru the door. We became...Read More »
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6 of 35 | Posted by: Rick Lata - Wichita, KS
“My thoughts and prayers are with the Corley family, Sam was a wonderful, and funny man, he was always there with smile and a laugh to cheer you up....Read More »
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7 of 35 | Posted by: Misty Arehart - Friend
“Mandy,
It was a pleasure to meet your dad I admired his attitude as he faced his illness, he was determined not to let it get him down. We don't...Read More »
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8 of 35 | Posted by: Carolyn Chapman - Joelton, TN
“Uncle Sam... You have been an inspiration to me in so many ways. I know I didnt get to talk to you as much as I would have liked to or see you as...Read More »
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9 of 35 | Posted by: Kristina Corley - Zanesville, OH
“We share your sorrow and all the Corley family is in our prayers. We love and appreciate you and appreciated working with your family in Joplin with...Read More »
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10 of 35 | Posted by: Lorin and Donna Chester - Joplin, MO
“The ENTIRE Corley family is near and dear to the hearts of the Burke family. Reverend & Mrs. Sam Corley, Sr. were next door neighbors to my parents,...Read More »
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11 of 35 | Posted by: Nelda Burke - Joplin, MO - Friend
“I met Sam at OakTree Studios for the first time in the fall of 2009 when I recorded my first album. I was very fortunate to have recorded one of his...Read More »
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12 of 35 | Posted by: Donnie and Susan Wood - Frederick, MD
“I remember the family coming to Santa Maria to hold revivals in our church. We had so much fun together! We are blessed to hold Sam's memory in our...Read More »
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13 of 35 | Posted by: Rebecca Willis - Santa Maria, CA
“Sincerest sympathy to the family. Lean on faith to heal the hurt and lonely days.. Love and prayers to all.
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14 of 35 | Posted by: Sondra Thompson and family - TN
“I have been thinking about a million differant memories of Uncle Sam today. Most of the memories were all funny but the one that really makes me...Read More »
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15 of 35 | Posted by: Chad M. Corley - zanesville, OH
“Although I only knew Sam for a very short time, his talent, his music, and his spirit were so amazing. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family.
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16 of 35 | Posted by: Sandy Birdsong - Nashville, TN
“Our hearts go out to the Corley family. We pray for you during this time of sorrow. Sam Corley was like a father to our son Adam and made us feel...Read More »
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17 of 35 | Posted by: Mike & Carrie Conti - Acworth, GA
“To the entire Corley family~
My love and prayers are coming to you this very second....my heart hurts for you all, but is rejoicing in the fact the...Read More »
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18 of 35 | Posted by: Dee McNerney Cates - Billings, MT
“Sam was a strong person and his talent was so beautiful. He will be missed. Even in his roughest hour he would smile for me.Thanks Sam for everything...Read More »
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19 of 35 | Posted by: Becky Carter - Gallatin - friend
“When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. Mr. Sam Corley you will always be a treasure, in many many lives you've...Read More »
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20 of 35 | Posted by: Twitch Timmons - Hendersonville, TN
“When ever I got to work with Sam it was a highlight for me. His talent, humor and spirit were all huge. I will miss him dearly. What he shared...Read More »
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21 of 35 | Posted by: John Root - Nashville, TN
“Thinking of Sammy playing years ago at central downstairs, we all enjoyed him then and still really enjoy his music ..We here at the Lee's house will...Read More »
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22 of 35 | Posted by: Bob & Betsy Lee - joplin, MO
“We always called him "Little Sammy" But he wasn't little....He was Great! and everybody knew it. While we couldn't see them all that often, it was...Read More »
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23 of 35 | Posted by: Charla Zimmerman Pickerel - MO
“I wish I had some magical words to say or at least something profound...We love you all so much, and Sam will leave such a hole in the family. I long...Read More »
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24 of 35 | Posted by: Kaye Loftis - Sheridan, OR
“We send our heartfelt love and condolences to Michelle, children, grandchildren and all of the Corley family.
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25 of 35 | Posted by: Michael and Valorie McNerney - OH
“I remember as a teenager when I lived in Austin,Texas I couldn't wait for "The Kings Edition" to come to town. I just about lived with them the whole...Read More »
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26 of 35 | Posted by: GERRI MOON - PIEDMONT, AL
“To the family of Sam Corley:
My wife Sally and I thought the world of Sam. He was not only a great songwriter, but he was an awesome performer...Read More »
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27 of 35 | Posted by: Joe and Sally Meador - TN
“I remember still to this day the couple times you guys came to the corvallis church and you were there for a tent revival and visiting with missy...Read More »
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28 of 35 | Posted by: Heidi Cook - Newberg , OR
“Sam Corley is my uncle. We didn’t get to spend a lot of time together over the years because our families lived so far apart, however the time...Read More »
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29 of 35 | Posted by: Becky Seim - Bend, OR - Niece
“I learned more about playing the piano while working with Sam then I did from very many others. And Gospel and R&B music; most of what I know about...Read More »
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30 of 35 | Posted by: David Robinson - Nashville, TN
“Daddy,
Even though you are in a better place I will miss you. I love you with all my heart. Thank you for all you taught me and for your support...Read More »
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31 of 35 | Posted by: Mandy Renee Corley Rusch - TN
“The last time that I saw Sam was in May he was playing with The Joy Ride Band. His wife Michelle as well his children and a few of the grandchildren...Read More »
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32 of 35 | Posted by: Debbie Hamilton - Smyrna, TN
“We are praying for God's gracious and loving hand to touch each of you during this difficult time of loss.
In Christ,
The Robert Garrett family
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33 of 35 | Posted by: The Robert Garrett family - TN
“I love you, Dad. Miss u already.
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34 of 35 | Posted by: Sam Corley, IV - Hendersonville, TN
“So sorry to hear of your loss. Praying for peace and comfort in the days ahead. It is such a comfort to know we will see Sam again. Until then, we...Read More »
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35 of 35 | Posted by: Bob Ellis - Tulsa, OK - Friend
July 15, 2011