Lamar T. Sam Burdette

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Celebrating the life of
Lamar T. Sam BurdetteNovember 11, 1924 - May 25, 2008

ELLABELL – Lamar T. Sam Burdette, age 83, died Saturday, May 24, 2008 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. The Toombs County native lived most of his life in Savannah before moving to Ellabell in 1988.
He served in the United States Navy during World War II, retired from Union Camp after thirty-four years of service, and later retired from SunTrust Bank.
He was a member of the American Legion, Post 184 where he served as Commander of the post in 1975. He was one of the first members of the Color Guard where he served for many years carrying the American flag. He was a Past President of the Printer's Union, Local 604 and Past Commodore of the Lazaretto Boat Club. After moving to Ellabell, Sam also volunteered as a fire fighter for several years.
Mr. Burdette enjoyed life to the fullest, especially watching his grandchildren play ball and his granddaughter dance.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Daisy Burdette of Toombs County, two brothers, James and George Burdette of Savannah, and a sister, Ila Mae Durden of Warner Robbins.
He is survived by his wife of forty-three years, Priscilla Beasley Burdette; of Ellabell, a daughter, Samantha Pruitt; of Ellabell, a son, Lamar T. Burdette, II and daughter-in-law, Tracey Burdette; of Savannah, a grandson, Justin Pruitt; of Ellabell, a granddaughter, Victoria Pruitt; of Ellabell, and two step-grandchildren, Dustin Hutchinson and Alexis Stone; of Baxley, as well as several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, May 27, 2008 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. and on Wednesday, May 28, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, May 28, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. in Forest Lawn Memory Gardens.
Remembrances may be made to Hospice Savannah, P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416.
Please sign our on-line guest book at www.foxandweeks.com.
Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel

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Priscilla, Lamar and Samantha, I'm so sorry to hear about Sam's passing. I have so many great memories of times our families spent together, and my thoughts will be with you and the rest of your family during this difficult time.

- Melanie Doney Stewart, Hickory, NC

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- James A D Cox, Savannah, GA

Priscilla and Family. So sorry to read of Sam's passsing Will be praying for all of the family at this sad time. Estelle & Irvin Deal

- Estelle C.Deal, Savannah, GA

Sorry we can't be with you at this time, will be remembering all the family. Craig & Madelyn Neidlinger

- Neidlinger, Statesboro, GA

Such a great fellow! Always a joy to see! The ball field won't be the same!

- Hollis Anderson Hill, Ellabell, GA

I enjoyed working with Lamar at the bank...he was always so pleasant and easy going. Priscilla, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

- Jeanne Lawhorne, Savannah, GA

Priscilla, We had some good times before Dan got sick...didn't we? Sam loved life and was loved by so many. May god bless you during this time. Just remember he is not gone...he is only on a long journey. Sorry we can not be with you at this time.

- Sam Griner, Ellabell, GA

Jack and Virrginia wish to express their condolences.

- Jack Hutchinson, Pembroke, GA

Lamar, Our hearts go out to you and your family. Kevin, Donna & Cameron Swanson

- Donna Swanson, Pooler, GA