Jerry Clifford Sams

Jerry Clifford “J.C.” Sams, 57, of Charleston passed away in his home unexpectedly on Thursday, September 2, 2016. He was born August 20, 1959, to the late Marshall and Magdoline Sams. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 21 years, love of his life, Debra Sams; his sister, Rosemary Mollohan; brothers, William Marshall and Buddy Leroy Sams; stepson, Dana Norfolk; niece, Christie Watson; and first wife and good friend, Betty Dennis.

He is survived by sister, Garnet Johnson; daughters, Marsha Lesher and Mandy Sams; stepdaughter, Jenny Norfolk-Miller; stepson, Nathan Norfolk; nephews, Brian and Shawn Mollohan and Chris and Phillip Johnson; 10 grandchildren; one great-grandson; and special granddaughter, Josie Norfolk, who was always there to help take care of him.

J.C. was a high school graduate of Clay County High class of 1977. When he was younger, he worked for WV Steel. He also worked for Central Parking, where he retired.

A memorial service for family and friends will be held 2: 00 p.m. on Thursday, September 8, 2016, at the Diamond Baptist Church located at 207 Ferry St

Belle, WV 25015.