Samuel Dewey Lynn, 56, of Holt, Mo., passed away July 24, 2020 at home surrounded by his family. Sam was born June 25, 1964 in Kansas City, Mo., to Betty Jean Lanham, as the youngest of five children. He was raised by his father, Jimmie Galbraith, of Kansas City, Mo.
In his spare time, Sam enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time at Lake Viking. He adored being surrounded by his children, grandchildren, siblings and friends.
Sam was preceded in death by his mother, Betty Jean Lanham; his father, Jimmie Galbraith; and one nephew, Jimmy Lockard.
He leaves behind three sons, Joshua Lynn and wife Jodi, Jeremy Lynn and wife Megan, and Jarrett Lynn and wife Ally; along with five grandchildren with one on the way, Luke, Ellie, Wyatt, Brenleigh, and Thea. He is also survived by his siblings, Bob Lockard and wife Marsha, Linda Lockard-Swisher, Duane Lockard and wife Marcia, and Joe Lockard and wife Julie; along with multiple nieces and nephews.
Sam is loved and will be missed by all those who knew him.
A Celebration of Life ceremony will be held at the Elks Lodge #1001 in Excelsior Springs, Mo., on July 30, 2020 from 6 to 8 p.m.