Name: Centuries Memorial Funeral Home & Park
Address: Shreveport, LA

Melinda,
Vicki and I were so saddened to hear of your loss.  We are praying for you and your family!

Brother Randy, Bellaire Baptist Church

I am sorry for your loss I know how it is to have major loss, I pray that Jesus holds you in His arms. Sam is kicking up gold dust,singing w the saints, and seeing Jesus beautiful face. I met Sam many moons ago w Jason I always thought he was so sweet!!!!

Sam, may God bless you and bring you eternal grace and peace. May He bless your family and friends in this most difficult time with comfort and love. You will be loved and missed. <3

I just leaned of Sam's passing and my heart is heavy.  I moved away from Shreveport 12 years ago, but not before being blessed by Sam's beautiful voice and wonderful sense of humor.  I'm so honored to have had the chance to sing with him at Grace.  God bless you my friend.  Save me a place in the choir next to you!  Psalm 131:  let everything that has breath praise The Lord!

Rest sweet Sam......you will be missed by all who were blessed enough to be a part of your life...
Gina and Don Rider

Sweet Sam....my heart is broken...rest in the peace that you very much deserve.
Gina Rider

The Final Salute

“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another. 

This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to Samuel O. Denton, Jr. our “Brother-in-Arms”.   To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Sam.   And to Sam it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during Operation Desert Storm while serving in the U.S. Air Force.  Sam, you are a true patriot, who served with honor and distinction.  You upheld the finest qualities of an American patriot warrior: courage, commitment, generosity, sacrifice, love and devotion to family and country.  We bid you a sad farewell.  You will be dearly missed from among our ranks.  Be at Ease.  Rest in Peace.
 
On behalf of the 1,261 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion,  I extend our sympathies and our condolences to Sam's family and loved ones.

Stephen J. Lavery, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109

My heart aches that through the beautiful talent and gift you shared during worship, that so filled my spirit, the sound of your pain could not be heard....I will miss your beautiful voice...

Melinda,
My sincere condolences to you and your family. My prayers are with you.

Our hearts are breaking. You and Melinda were family to us when we were alone in a new place. We owe you so much that we will never be able to repay. We miss you so much, Sam.

Your beautiful voice will be missed.  Sing in heaven with the angels now, Sam.

Sam, I've known you almost all my life, you will be missed.

I  really  njoyed  the  time  that  I  spent  with   you  as  your  niece, I  love  you, I  will miss  you  dearly..Rest  in  Eternal  peace......

We will miss hearing Sam's voice during worship at church.  I'm sure he is singing with the Lord now.  Love to the family!

Sam will be missed.  I'm sure he is singing beautiful songs.

Sam was such a large part of so many lives and will be greatly missed.  I hope that his family can find peace in knowing that he blesssed each of us.

Thank you for all the wonderful memories Sam -

My heart sank and has continued to ache since I heard of Sam's untimely death.  When I remember that I am not even a CLOSE friend my heart aches for his family and those who were closer to him.  A wonderful man has gone on to perfection in his FATHER's house.  From a member of his Church family.

To the Denton Family,

My deepest sympathy to all of you.  My prayers and thoughts are with you.   E. Ray Peebles

To the family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I knew Sam back in high school when we were in ROTC together. He was a great friend to me then. We lost touch after high school but I thought of from time to time. Rest in peace Sam.

We knew Sam as a youg person and teenager from Highland Baptist.  We loved him.

I will miss seeing you around the office.  You always had a kind word, funny story and a contagious smile. Rest in Peace.

I considered Sam to be the best friend I ever had.  We spent so many days and nights together that we were practically inseparable.  We laughed and cried together on many occasions.  I've always said that if I could have chosen to be anybody else in this life, it would be him. I'm more than stunned or sad.  A piece of my heart is gone where only a hole remains now.  He was my brother and I can't imagine this world without him.  I love you Sam and I will miss you until the day I see you again--
Dale

To the Denton Family.  We are so sorry to hear about Sam.  We loved and enjoyed hearing him sing at our church.  Will miss him.  Carole LeBlanc & Nancy Watts Grace Community members.

Sam was like a second son during his, Jimbo, and Jan's high school years at Byrd.  I will always remember his hugs and smile, and especially his singing "Amazing Grace" accapella at Chaplain Brooks funeral.  Melinda and children, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mere words will never be adequate to express what a kind and gentle spirit Sam posessed. Let there never be any doubt that he loved his  family and friends.  Sam, may we find peace in the fact that you are no longer hurting but you are with Christ in heaven for eternity.  See you when we get there.  In the meantime we know you have added some soul to the tenor/baritone section choir of angels.

I've heard nothing but wonderful things about you.  I never was fortunate enough to meet you but I know you were loved and will be missed.  Sing Sam Denton....heaven has a new angel.  Rest in peace my friend.

Sam, I will always remember you, my friend, smiling and laughing along with Larry Jr., with a smile on my face. I hope you are at peace now, and send love and light to you, wherever you are.  To his family and friends: I pray that God and Mother Divine will help you to heal from this tragedy.  Be blessed.

I am too heartbroken for words.  Sam was like a son to me.   When he had a house fire at his house on Southfield Road, he lived with me for 5 months while they repaired his house,and he became my "son."  I am so, so sorry!  He was one of the smartest, kindest, talented, loving individuals that I ever had the pleasure to know.  My heart goes out to his family and other friends.

My baby brother my friend I love you Sam I'll never forget you. You made me laugh you made me smile I was so glad we grew up together. Your with our Heavenly Father up in heaven I love you baby brother.

You were always so kind, a little light of sunshine around the office. I pray you have found peace. I will be praying for your family during this difficult time. God bless you and your family.

Sambo, your wit, kindness and talent will be missed by so many.  Rest in peace, my friend.

Time just slips away. We take it for granted. We think we have an endless amount of time to say how we feel and do what needs to be done... and then its all gone. Now, we are only left with yesterday, with the memories.  I'll always think of you and smile Sam. I will also be grateful for the time I had to know you. You and Melinda meant the workd to us and I loved our "Dinner with the Denton's" nights! And the fact that I confused you with being a preacher the first time I met you... Ha... That was funny!

Though we go our seperate ways, I won't forget, so don't forget, the memories we made. Never stop singing Sam -- Never stop.

Our love and prayers in your time of need, the Lee family

Melinda and family, I am so very sorry of the tragic loss of Sam.  He was a wonderful man and a good friend to many.  He was smart, loyal, and loving.  I know he is with our Lord singing praises to him and will always watch over you all.  God Bless you all.  I will keep you in my prayers.

We love you and will miss you. You were truly an amazing person. Go rest your head on our Heavenly Father's shoulders. Until we meet again may you rest in peace. We love you.

We will always love you. We miss you so much.

My prayers go out to Sam's family during this more than difficult time. Those of us that had the privilege to worship through song with Sam have been truly blessed! His tremendous talent that showed his love for our Lord was always spiritually inspiring!  Rest and find peace Sam!

Where do I start? we kept the office laughing with our jokes, we kept the office running with our talent...you picked me up when i was down, you never judged me...My heart is so sad for you and your family. You have wonderful, smart, beautiful children whom I pray the Lord will comfort in their loss of such a kind-hearted gentle man. rest my friend!

Sam will be truly missed by the Calvary Wrestling team.  He was always present with camera in hand to catch everyone, on and off the mat!  There will be a huge hole in our season this year, but hopefully, we will perform to the best of our abilities, in honor of you, Sam! Melinda, Tyler, Lindsey and Macey, our love and prayers are with you! 

The Calvary Wrestling Team

What a beautiful voice to go along with a beautiful soul.  Sam will be missed.  Peace and comfort to the family.

I have known Sam since high school, he is a true friend, a good man, he will be greatly missed. My heart goes out to him & his family, may you all find peace

I was always so thrilled when Sam stepped up to the microphone to sing at church.  He had such soul.  Sang at our wedding,too.  He is rockin' out in heaven now. Will always miss his friendly smile.  Melinda, you and the kids  are in my prayers and will continue to be in the days ahead.

My heart and prayers go out to you Melinda and your family. I never got the pleasure to meet Sam but he must of been a great man from the things I have read. May God be with you and your family in this time of grief. I know he will be dearly missed.

                                                            Fawn & Robby Watson(Byron Ga,)

Tyler and family, I am so sorry to hear about Sam.  I know that he loved you very much.  I hope that you are doing well and wish you the best in the future.  Sensei Kennedy

Sam was a  loyal friend, always willing to help....he will be missed.

Dave B

The Final Salute

“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another. 

This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to Samuel O. Denton, Jr. our “Brother-in-Arms”.   To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Sam.   And to Sam it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during Operaion Desert Storm while serving in the U.S. Air Force.  Sam, you are a true patriot, who served with honor and distinction.  You upheld the finest qualities of an American patriot warrior: courage, commitment, generosity, sacrifice, love and devotion to family and country.  We bid you a sad farewell.  You will be dearly missed from among our ranks.  Be at Ease.  Rest in Peace.
 
On behalf of the 1,261 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion,  I extend our sympathies and our condolences to Sam's family and loved ones.

Stephen J. Lavery, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109

My heart truly hurts for Melinda & the kids.  It's hard to believe this is real.  I will never forget your amazing voice in church or the chills I would get when you would sing "I can only imagine"... I pray you are singing with Heavenly angels now & found the peace you were seaking.  Your memory will live on in all who love you & you will forever be missed!! -- RIP Sam... Jenn

Great memories of Sam singing in my Youth Choir at Highland Baptist. When I think of Sam,  the song I remember most was his solo on "We are the Reason". He sang it like no one else could. Sam was one person I could count on to help on mission trips. He was smart, loved sound equipment and worked hard. May each of us continue to share the joy of life Sam shared with us.

Sam, you will be greatly missed! I will always remember your great sense of humor and encouraging words! Also, I always thought it was awesome how we shared the same birthday! This year, I will put a special candle on my birthday cake to remember you! Thank you for always being a good friend to our family. Love you always....

Angie Brown (Miramontz) & family

"Give Sam a paperclip and a piece of gum and you could keep him busy for hours.  He'd wonder what the paperclip was for and try to get the gum out of his hair."  I miss you my Brother.  Be at peace.

DEAR DENTON FAMILY ,SAW THIS ON FACEBOOK COULDN'T BELIEVE WHAT I WAS READING JOE AND I AND JORDAN AND OUR FAMILY ARE HEART BROKEN TO HERE THIS ABOUT SAM HE WILL BE MISSED OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME IF YOU NEED ANYTHING PLEASE LET US KNOW SAM WAS SUCH A GREAT MAN ,THIS IS SO HARD TO BELIEVE !!!!! SAM YOU WERE LOVED BY OUR FAMILY REST IN PEACE YOU WILL BE MISSED LOVE JOE,KATHY,JORDAN AND THE REST OF THE BROWN FAMILY THANK YOU FOR ALWAYS BEING THERE FOR OUR FAMILY ?

OBITUARY

Samuel Overton Denton Jr.

December 21, 1970 – November 6, 2012

Centuries Memorial Funeral Home & Park

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