Lisa and family,  so so sorry for the loss of Sam.  Sooo many memories of Sam and Ms. Martha.  My dad had a way of picking the best friends ever.  They both left us with a love  of life and a love of this country.  Please know my thoughts and prayers are with u❤️❤️  I will drink a toast to Sam and Red later and let’s hope they are all together again.  Love u Lisa

We had the privilege of meeting Sam and Martha in their later years through Lesia and Preston. Although we didn't see them often we will always cherish the fun we had playing cards and games with them. We soon realized why Martha was so quiet. Sam enjoyed sharing his stories about his experience in the military,  his encounters with the famous while driving a limousine, and his love for adventure and travel. He had a genuine love for his family,  friends and country and also his special smoked sausage that he was gracious enough to share with us. He will be missed by all.

Penny and I met Sam (& Martha)  several years ago on a river trip. Since then, we had good times, including , at their pool with family, a trip to Harrah's casino , card games and Rummikub.

Sam liked telling stories, a few included; meeting his great (great?) grandfather who was in the civil war, Martha and his first date and the time General Patton caught him without his helmet.

When playing games, Sam would often mention how much he appreciated Preston and Lesia allowing them to age in place .

Sam was a great American Hero and he will be missed.

I had the chance to meet Samuel a couple of times. My first time meeting this bigger than life character, was at his home with Lesia and Martha. They were having dinner. I was here to sign a real estate document and I felt bad invading their family dinner. But Samuel insisted I get a plate and eat with them. I told him I must not and should be leaving now. He then said “If you don’t help us finish this food, there will be leftovers”…. He then look at me with his bright blue eyes and declared “I hate leftovers”. I sat down, grabbed a plate and helped him finish the food.

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Samuel B. Langham Jr.

September 30, 1923 – August 20, 2021

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