James Kirby Sammons Spartanburg, South Carolina Obituary

James Kirby Sammons

<p><p>Mr. James Kirby Sammons, age 77 of Spartanburg, passed away in the early morning hours on Friday, October 16, 2026 at his residence.</p><br> <p>He was born on January 20, 1949 in Spartanburg to the late John Earl and Ada Kirby Sammons. He had been a mechanical engineer for most of his life and attended Solid Rock Church where he had served as a Deacon. He was also a United States Air Force Veteran having served during the Vietnam war. He was also a member of the Spartanburg American Legion Post 28 . He loved computers; had a strong love for animals, his pets, his grandchildren, and his beloved church family.</p><br> <p>Those left to cherish his memory include his his son, Randall Sammons (Tara); his daughter, Jennifer Barbare (Cedric); his sister, Rebecca Snelgrove (Ron); his six grandchildren, Dalton, Alexis, Samuel (Riley), Haylin, Randall, Jr. (Aubrey), and Maryssa; his two great-grandchildren, Kimmie Rose and Drakula; also surviving are many cousins, and numerous special friends.</p><br> <p>A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 2:00pm at Solid Rock Church with Ministers Arnie Blackwell and Randy Lewis to officiate.</p><br> <p>In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Solid Rock Church, 1326 Union Street, Spartanburg, SC 29302.</p><br> <p>Condolences may be sent to the family through our website: www.robertsfhsc.com.</p><br> <p>Roberts Funeral Home, 943 North Church Street, Spartanburg, SC 29303, is serving the family.</p></p>
January 20, 1949 - October 16, 202601/20/194910/16/2026
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Nancy Brock
3 days ago
I will always remember the loyal friend Jimmy was to me and Corky. Eating out was so much fun everywhere, at Bennet's, Texas Roadhouse and the Beacon. Deacon had a birthday every time we ate out somewhere. It was so much fun. He loved his Savior and his children more tha... Continue Reading
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T. Bell
October 16
To James Kirby Sammons's, family and friends.
My sincere condolences to your family. May Jehovah God provide the comfort needed to your family and friends during this difficult time.
We're so sorry for your loss. Please know that Jehovah God says there will be a resurrec...
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