Samuel Pelham Jr., 71, died Sept. 3, 2016, after a courageous battle with cancer.
He was known as Sam, a man who would give the shirt off his back and was always willing to lend a helping hand.
He is survived by his loving wife, Roxie; children, Darlene, John and Samuel; five grandchildren; six brothers; six sisters; and many other family and friends.
A funeral service was held Sept. 10, at Bethel Baptist Church in Plant City.