Samuel Puryear Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on October 1, 2025 in Winston Salem, North Carolina

Samuel Puryear Sr.

September 28, 1942 - October 1, 2025 (83 years old)

Winston Salem, North Carolina

Samuel Puryear Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on October 1, 2025 in Winston Salem, North Carolina

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Russell Funeral Service

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Samuel Puryear Sr.

September 28, 1942 - October 1, 2025 (83 years old)

Winston Salem, North Carolina

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Samuel Puryear Sr. Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on October 1, 2025 we had to say goodbye to Samuel Puryear Sr. of Winston Salem, North Carolina. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his mother Clara Barnes Puryear; and his siblings, Robert, William, John Ed, Thomas, Carl, Earl, Mary P. Bailey, Betty P. Tillery and Joann P. Yarborough.

He is survived by: his father Robert L. Puryear; his wife Barbara Whiting Puryear; his sons, Samuel Jr. (LaRita) and Eric Sr. (Laura); his grandchildren, Antonio, Brooke, Cameron, Eric Jr., Sanaa, Drew and Christian; and his sister Linda Eaton (John). He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.

In lieu of flowers, please scan to make a memorial contribution to the WSSU Men's Golf Program.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Russell Funeral Service



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Tue

Oct 07

Viewing

Russell Funeral Home
822 Carl Russell Ave, Winston-Salem, NC 27101

Wed

Oct 08

Visitation

Second Calvary Missionary Baptist Church
1751 New Walkertown Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27101

Wed

Oct 08

Celebration of life

Second Calvary Missionary Baptist Church
1751 New Walkertown Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27101

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