SAMMY MCGUIRE
March 28, 1936-Sept. 18, 2017
Harry Lee "Sammy" McGuire, 81, passed away Monday, Sept. 18, 2017, at his home in Sanford surrounded by his family.
Sammy was born in Alamance County March 28, 1936, to the late Christine Whitfield Roton.
He was married to the late Betsy McGuire, who preceded him in death July 14, 2017.
Sammy had worked as the general manager for Green's Fuel Co. in Sanford for more than 30 years.
Sammy was a hard-working man, which was the theme of his life.
He was the kind of man who was loyal to his family, who took great pride in caring and providing for them.
Sammy also enjoyed sports, and for many years, he coached the teams that his son played for. He had also served as the booster club president for Lee Senior High School for many years.
The family will receive friends Thursday, Sept. 21, 2017, from 1 to 2 p.m. at Seymour Funeral Home in Goldsboro, followed by a service to celebrate Sammy's life at 2 p.m. in the chapel, with the Rev. Rose Hicks and the Rev. Richard Patterson Jr. officiating. Interment will be in Evergreen Memorial Cemetery.
Sammy is survived by his children, Sheila Womble of Sanford, Tammy Patterson and husband, Richard, Patterson Jr. of Beaufort, Kim Patterson and husband, Joel, of Sanford and Jaymie McGuire and wife, Pam, of Wilmington; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his wife and mother, he was preceded in death by his grandmother, who raised Sammy, Nettie Whitfield; brother, James McPherson; and sister, June Carol Loftis.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the charity of one's choice.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.seymourfuneralhome.com.
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Published in Obituaries on September 20, 2017 8:05 AM