Sammy Felker

Sammy Earl Felker, 90, passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2023.

Sammy was born January 10, 1933, to the late Sam and Edna Williams Felker in Corinth, MS.

He was a 1952 graduate of Corinth High School. He was a natural athlete, playing football, baseball and basketball for his beloved Warriors. He continued his education at the University of Arizona, graduating in 1969. He then started his career with the Federal Highway Administration, where he worked until his retirement in 1997. He was a veteran of the Army National Guard. Sammy enjoyed spending time with his family and close friends, fishing and going to Senior Citizens Homes.

He is survived by his children, Joan (Michael) Thornton of Lawrenceburg, Kentucky and Dr. John (Fegal) Felker of New Buffalo, Michigan; a sister-in-law, Mary Jane Felker of Brownsville, TN; a brother, Sydney Felker; grandchildren, Mattie Gayhart Kaysinger, Timothy (Elizabeth) Felker and Quintin Gayhart Kaysinger; and a great grandchild, Sebastian Felker.

In addition to his parents, Sammy was preceded in death by his wives, Marilyn Felker and Liz Felker; his sister, Ann Jensen; and brothers, Jewel “Babe” Felker and Billy Dan Felker.

A Graveside Service with military honors will be held Monday, January 8, 2023 beginning at ten o'clock in the morning, at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Kossuth, MS with Kirk Jones officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests Memorial Contributions to Betty J. Martin L.I.F.E. House for Animals, 14 Fido Ct, Frankfort, KY 40601.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.mcpetersfuneraldirectors.com for the Felker family.

The family has entrusted the care of the services with McPeters Funeral Directors.