Samuel “Sammy” Ray Land, Sr.

WILMINGTON - Samuel "Sammy" Ray Land, Sr., age 70, formerly of Rocky Mount, passed away on Saturday, January 23, 2021 surrounded by his family. Born on May 10, 1950, he was the son of the late John Daniel Land and Bettie Eason Land. He was also preceded in death by his son, Samuel "Little Sammy" Land, II; his brother, George Land; and his sisters, Dorothy Rowe and Florine "Flo" Weaver. Sammy is survived by his wife of 53 years, Patsy Joyner Land of the home; his daughter, Tammy Land Dew and husband, Brian, of Wilmington; his beloved granddaughter, Samantha Dew of Wilmington; his siblings, Myrt New, Vivian Mcintyre, Duke Thornton, and Wainwright Land; and his special friend, Willie Judon. At the request of Sammy, there will be no visitation and no services. Burial of Cremains was private. Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.