Sam H. Whisenton Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on February 8, 2026 in Ridgeland, Mississippi
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Sam H. Whisenton Jr.

November 30, 1927 - February 8, 2026 (98 years old)

Ridgeland, Mississippi

Sam H. Whisenton Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on February 8, 2026 in Ridgeland, Mississippi
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Sam H. Whisenton Jr.

November 30, 1927 - February 8, 2026 (98 years old)

Ridgeland, Mississippi

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The memory of Sam H. Whisenton Jr. in Ridgeland, Mississippi, who passed away on February 8, 2026 at the age of 98, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Sam H. Whisenton Jr. to pay them a last tribute.

In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Sam had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Sam may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Sam H. Houston, Sr. and Gussie Jones.

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February 14, 2026

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“The memories of Sam Whisenton will alway have a special place in my heart ❤️. He was my physis teacher at Velma Jackson High School. He was very knowledgeable, kind, was a nice person to be around. I only knew him as a teacher. He also directed the school chiolr. He did a very good job. I major in Science at Jackson State University. The the physics he taught me was useful in the course of physics I had in the Physics class at JSU He was such a energetic person, and will be missed 😢 💔”

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Feb 13

Visitation

Mt. Zion M.B. Church
514 W North St, Canton, MS 39046

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Feb 14

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Mt. Zion M.B. Church
514 W North St, Canton, MS 39046

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Feb 14

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Natchez Trace Cemetery
759 US-51, Madison, MS 39110

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