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“Sam will be greatly missed by all. He was such a fighter. Your loss is heavens gain .We will continue to lift each of you in our thoughts and prayers
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1 of 48 | Posted by: rudy stancell family - pickens, SC
“We wish to express our sympathy in this time of great loss. Please know that your family is in our prayers.
The group at Pickens Auto Repair
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2 of 48 | Posted by: Dennis Ellenburg - Pickens, SC
“So sorry to hear about your son! I have a special needs son too and he is also the light to to world. My thought and prayers are with you both.
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3 of 48 | Posted by: sandy simmons - pickens, SC
“Sam was a great guy. Always thought a lot of him while we were in school.
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4 of 48 | Posted by: Kerri Nicholson - Campobello, SC
“SON I ALWAYS THOUGHT OF YOU AS ONE OF MY OWN.ILL MISS YOU AND WILL REMEMBER YOU FOREVER..LOVE DANNY AND SHELIA
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5 of 48 | Posted by: DANNY MATHIS SR - CENTRAL, SC
“Larry and Lynn: My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. I wanted you to know that I have been thinking of you and...Read More »
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6 of 48 | Posted by: Gail Ponder - Liberty, SC
“Dear Larry and Lynn, we are so sorry about Sam's passing. He was such a sweet young man. I remember him when we kept him at Pickens Presbyterian...Read More »
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7 of 48 | Posted by: Robin and Robbie Eades - Pickens, SC
“Dear Lynn and Larry
Thinking of you today.
May the comfort that only a loving Father can give be yours today. Your lifetime of love and devotion...Read More »
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8 of 48 | Posted by: Karen West - Easley, SC - friend
“Dear Parents,
Even though I don't know you nor did I know your son, my heart goes out to you in your loss. I think everyone in God's family is...Read More »
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9 of 48 | Posted by: Charlotte Bodenhorn - Seneca, SC
“Lynn and Larry
I am so sorry to hear of Sam's passing. Such a sweet and smart young man.
May the God of all comfort be your strength. 2...Read More »
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10 of 48 | Posted by: Donna Holder - Pickens, SC
“Dear Lynn and Larry,
I love you and am sorry for Sam's going. I enjoyed meeting him, with his quick wit and sweet smile.
God be with you,...Read More »
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11 of 48 | Posted by: Jo Hoxit - Easley, SC - Friend
“Larry & Lynn,
So sorry to hear about Sam's passsing. You are very special people. Please know you are in our prayers.
Robert & Cindy Nealy
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12 of 48 | Posted by: Robert & Cindy Nealy - Pickens, SC
“Prayers are with all of you in the loss of such a precious young man. We remember the times when we saw the family together that we could feel the...Read More »
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13 of 48 | Posted by: Wayne and Cathy Gilstrap - SC
“Sam, Your medical condition gave you a life full of struggles but you always kept a positive attitude and a bright smile on your face. You have been...Read More »
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14 of 48 | Posted by: Ashley Fuller - Pickens, SC
“We are deeply sorry for your loss. Sam was a very special young man and he will not be forgotten. We are blessed to have met him and let him be a...Read More »
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15 of 48 | Posted by: Charlie, Angie & Kimberly Cantrell - SC
“Larry, Lynn and Sydney,
I am deeply sorry for the loss of Sam. It was a pleasure taking care of him. I will miss his big brown eyes! You are all...Read More »
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16 of 48 | Posted by: CHEVI CLARK - Senecs, SC
“LARRY, LYNN, SYDNEY & SAMUEL,
OUR HEARTS AND OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME.
MAY GOD BLESS YOU WITH HIS LOVE, HIS GRACE, HIS STRENGTH, AND...Read More »
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17 of 48 | Posted by: FRANK & DEBRA BREZEALE - SC
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I have fond memories of Sam in Mission Friends at First Baptist Church Pickens. ...Read More »
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18 of 48 | Posted by: Linda and Brad Norris - Easley, SC
“I was sorry to read about Sam's passing. Lynn I had meet you several years ago at an MDA Support Group meeting. He will be missed by all who were...Read More »
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19 of 48 | Posted by: Mary Bailey - Greenville, SC
“Dear Larry,Lynn and Sydney,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you deal with the pain of Sam's death. You have given him many years of love...Read More »
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20 of 48 | Posted by: Jean and Ronny Lark - Pickens, SC
“Dear Larry and Lynn and Sydney, You are in our hearts and prayers at this sad time. May your many memories give you peace. Everyone who had the...Read More »
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21 of 48 | Posted by: Norah Kertis - Pickens, SC
“May the peace which comes from the memories of love you shared, comfort you now... and in the days ahead.
With love,
Aaron, Morgan, & Nolan...Read More »
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22 of 48 | Posted by: Morgan Dorriety - Easley, SC
“Lynn and Larry: Richard and I want you to know that we are thinking of you and wishing there was something we could do to help ease a little of your...Read More »
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23 of 48 | Posted by: Lynn Fralick - Greenville, SC
“Sam was a really nice guy and a pleasure to be around and take care of. He had a good sense of humor and attitude even when he was not feeling well....Read More »
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24 of 48 | Posted by: Margaret (Peggy) Browning - SC
“I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIS BEAUTIFUL SMILE+ HOW HE ALWAYS MADE ME FEEL PRIVILEDGED TO BE A PART OF HIS LIFE!WHAT A WONDERFUL SOUL+ FAMILY! MY PRAYERS...Read More »
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25 of 48 | Posted by: PAULA BOWMAN - LIBERTY, SC
“SAM was one of the cutest and most loving kids I have ever taught. I was truly Blessed to have both HIM and Sydney at my school. MY prayers are with...Read More »
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26 of 48 | Posted by: NANCY COUCH - Easeley, SC
“Larry, Lynn and Sidney,
You are in out thoughts and prayers.
Wayne & jan
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27 of 48 | Posted by: Wayne and Jan Chappell - Pickens, SC
“Larry, Lynn and Sydney,
There is so much we'd like to do and yet there's so little we can do. May God give you peace during this difficult time. ...Read More »
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28 of 48 | Posted by: Sharon and Steve Hollingsworth - SC
“Dear Larry, Lynn and Sydney,
I was sadden to hear of Sam's passing. Keep those precious memories close to your heart and rejoice to know that Sam...Read More »
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29 of 48 | Posted by: Kim Parnell - Pickens, SC
“Dear Looper family, I am so sorry for your loss. Sam was a wonderful person and will be missed. He is in God's hands now.
Your family will be in our...Read More »
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30 of 48 | Posted by: Tracey Gillespie - Liberty, SC
“Larry, Lynn, and Sydney, We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you all are in our prayers for your healing. Such a fine young man Sam was...Read More »
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31 of 48 | Posted by: Carol Dyches Adams and Kerry adams - SC
“Dear Larry, Lynn and Sydney,
We are so very sorry to hear about Sam. I pray God will comfort you and bring you peace.
You're in our thoughts and...Read More »
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32 of 48 | Posted by: Bing and Jan Day - Piedmont, SC
“Larry and Lynn,
It was a pleasure to get to know your family and to work with Sam. My heart goes out to you both. Sam will be greatly missed by...Read More »
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33 of 48 | Posted by: Debbie Lewis - Liberty, SC
“Larry and Lynn,
I know your loss is great now. Always know God is there to help you through your loss. Sam touched so many lives. He will be...Read More »
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34 of 48 | Posted by: johnny and cheryl golden - SC
“Sam will truely be missed by everyone he came into contact with. Larry, Lynn and Sydney my thoughts and prayers are with you. Please let us know if...Read More »
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35 of 48 | Posted by: Angie Long - Pickens, SC
“To The Looper Family,
We are so sorry for your lost. My the Lord comfort you and your family.
Frankie, Kelley & Brooks Robinson
Brittany and...Read More »
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36 of 48 | Posted by: Kelley Robinson - Easley, SC
“My prayers go out to all the family. May god give you strength and peace.
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37 of 48 | Posted by: Sabrina Blackwell
“My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Sam was so lucky to have had a family that cared for him in the manner that all of you did. He will be...Read More »
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38 of 48 | Posted by: Amanda Dow - Pickens, SC
“LARRY & LYNN;
JUST WANTED YA'LL TO KNOW
THAT MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITTH
YOU. MAY GOD GIVE YOU THE GRACE THAT ONLY HE CAN. I...Read More »
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39 of 48 | Posted by: DOUG R. ALEXANDER - pickens, SC
“May god bless your precious family. Please know how much we love and care for you all! May peace and grace comfort you. With much love.
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40 of 48 | Posted by: Jeff, Liza, Jonathan and Jacob Holder - SC
“So sorry about Sam,know him from being in the Hospital It was a joy to know him.
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41 of 48 | Posted by: Londa Pace - pickens, SC
“Carla and I want to express our deepest condolences at Sams passing.
God Bless everyone
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42 of 48 | Posted by: Hal Hagood - Cousin
“Larry, Lynn, Sydney, and Sam - Rick and I are thinking of you all during this trying time. We know Sam had a fulfilled life and was loved by all. ...Read More »
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43 of 48 | Posted by: Rick and Teresa Black - Pickens, SC
“SAM I WILL MISS YOU FOREVER .YOU WERE A GREAT FRIEND .MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU LARRY LYNN AND SYDNEY. SINCERLEY DANNY MATHIS AND FAMILY....
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44 of 48 | Posted by: DANNY MATHIS - ANDERSON, SC
“You are in my prayers. God bless you.
Betty Lindsey
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45 of 48 | Posted by: Betty Lindsey - Pickens, SC
“Sydney and family,
Randall and I are so sorry for the loss of your brother. Please know he suffers no more and is now at peace. We pray for your...Read More »
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46 of 48 | Posted by: Tammy Ferguson - Pickens, SC
“We lost a sweet, precious soul today but Heaven gained an angel like no other. He will never be forgotten. Your entire family is in my prayers. Know...Read More »
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47 of 48 | Posted by: Sharon Sanders - pickens, SC
“SAM IS A PART OF OUR FAMILY HERE AND WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. WE LOVE EACH OF YOU AND OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
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48 of 48 | Posted by: DEBBIE SMITH - SALEM, SC
Sam Looper
Pickens – Samuel Frederick Looper, 31, of 101 Laurenwood Drive, Pickens passed from this life Thursday, October 13, 2011, at Cannon Memorial Hospital.
Sam was born June 25, 1980, son of Larry Frederick and Lynn Holder Looper. He was a graduate of Pickens High School class of 1998, also Southern Wesleyan University class of 2002, and a lifelong member of The First Baptist Church of Pickens. Sam was a pioneer in the research and treatment of muscular dystrophy and was an avid Atlanta Braves Baseball and Clemson University Basketball fan.
Survivors include his parents Larry and Lynn Looper of the home, his sister Sydney Looper Cox and her husband Samuel of Pickens.
Sam was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Holder and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Looper.
A service to celebrate Sam's life will be held 12 Noon Saturday, October 15, 2011 in the Chapel of Dillard Funeral Home in Pickens. Burial will follow in the Holder Estate at Hillcrest Memorial Park and Gardens.
The family will receive friends from 10 to 11:30 AM Saturday at the funeral home.
A message of condolence may be expressed to the Looper Family by visiting www.dillardfunerals.com.
Memorials may be made to The CCU at Cannon Memorial Hospital, 123 W. G. Acker Drive, Pickens, SC 29671.
The family is at the home.
Dillard Funeral Home
Pickens, SC
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