Obituary of Charles Raymond Samuels, Jr.

Charles Raymond Samuels, Jr. of Lexington, SC, passed away on September 8, 2022. He was 79 years of age. Raymond was born in Norfolk, VA on March 2, 1943 to the late Lula Faye Hopper and Charles R. Samuels, Sr.

Raymond was a lifelong member of Christ Sanctified Holy Church. He had a particular interest in model trains and Corvettes, but his true passion was for his Lord and Savior. He was loved and was highly respected by his family and church friends. He began work at an early age as a carpenter and later built homes with his father. He was an honest, hardworking man who was loved by so many.

Raymond is survived by his beloved wife of 13 years, Sandra M. Samuels and his two precious granddaughters, Morgan M. Brown and Emma G. Brown. He is predeceased by his parents and his stepson, Calvin L. Brown, Jr. The family would like to give thanks to Betsey Pickle who was a caregiver and a friend to the end. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Christ Sanctified Holy Church.

The visitation will be held on Saturday, September 10, 2022 at 7pm at Christ Sanctified Holy Church at 2500 N. Hwy 41, Fort Valley, GA 31030. The funeral service will take place on Sunday, September 11, 2022 at 2 PM, with a burial immediately following at the cemetery.