Samuel Bruce "Sam" Garrick

COLUMBIA - Sam Garrick was born to R.F. “Bill” Garrick and Shirley Garrick, the second of their three children. Sam passed away quietly and peacefully in his sleep in the early morning hours of Sunday morning after suffering from illnesses for several decades.

Sam’s life was defined by his love of music, and his love for the wonderful dogs he had over his lifetime. He played trumpet in marching band and jazz band while attending Irmo High School, just as his father Bill had played trumpet in marching band when he attended high school. He also collected and played guitars and stringed instruments, and was familiar at live music venues in Columbia such as Rockaways and Bill’s Music Shop & Pickin’ Parlor. In addition to his close friends, throughout his life he had wonderful dogs as dear companions, including several dogs named Charlotte, as well as Holden, Bella and his first dog Sheba. He loved going to the family’s beach house, Cheeks of Tan, at Holden Beach, and was fortunate to enjoy a week-long visit with a close friend, his mother and dog Bella earlier this year.

Sam is survived by his mother Shirley, older brother Skot and younger sister Judie. He has two nephews, Logan and Tate Garrick, and surviving cousins.

Sam was a member of Centennial Associate Reformed Church.

The family wishes to thank Lighthouse Hospice Group for their loving and caring support to Sam and his family.

A graveside service for family and friends will be held at 12:00 noon Monday, October 18, 2021 in Elmwood Cemetery. Dunbar Funeral Home, Dutch Fork Chapel, is assisting the family. Memories may be shared at www.dunbarfunerals.com