Samuel Robert Mabry (Navy ret.), age 77 of Lawrenceville Georgia, passed away on August 29, 2017. He was born in Atlanta Georgia. He was the son of Margaret E Cook and Marion Cook. Sam was 20 year retired Petty Officer 1st class in the Marine Corp and Navy. He was a valued employee for over 20 years at the VA Medical Center in Decatur Georgia. In his spare time he loved fishing, golfing and spending time outdoors. He loved feeding the birds, squirrels and all furry creatures. He cherished all his fur babies big and small. He also enjoyed playing his piano, listening to music and reading the Bible. Sam loved his family very much. He was preceded in death by his wife of 45 years Carol Ann. He is survived by his two sons Jonathan and wife Jennifer, Matthew and wife Karry. His Grandchildren Quinn, Haleigh, Ryan, and Savanna. His brother Rev. Frank Mabry (Donnell). His nephew M. Craig Mabry. His niece Hope Glaze (Matthew) great niece Maddie. He also had many friends. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the Atlanta Union Mission, www.atlantamission.org, or to the USO, www.uso.org. Arrangements under the direction of Eternal Hills Funeral Home, Snellville, GA.