George M. Sammons, 87, passed away at 7:25 AM, May 1, 2016 at his residence surrounded by family. He was born June 18, 1928, in Lafayette, IN. He was the son of the late George F. and Eleanor (Mead) Sammons. A lifelong resident of Kentland, he graduated from AJ Kent High School in 1946 and DePauw University in 1950. He then served in the United States Army during the Korean War. George then attended Indiana University Law School until 1954 (JD).

 

After graduation from law school he joined his father in the law firm of "Sammons & Sammons" in 1955; doing legal work and title insurance. George was a member of the Newton County and Indiana State Bar Association. He was a 60 year member of the American Legion Post 23 (Past Commander), 40 and 8, and was a member of the Masonic Lodge, as well as the Elks. He was a Beta Theta PI Fraternity member, and past president and board member of the Kentland-Jefferson Township Public Library.

 

George loved listening to big band music. He also played clarinet, trumpet, and saxophone in bands throughout his younger years.

 

George was preceded in death by his parents, and one brother, William F. Sammons. He is survived by one son, Gary Sammons of Lake Village, and one daughter Jyl Freed of Richmond, VA. Also by one brother, James E. Sammons. "Uncle George" also had 5 nephews (Todd, Brad, James A., ED, and John Sammons) and one niece (Nancy Bottom), along with 20 grand-nephews and nieces.

 

He was an avid Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears fan. George was also an Indiana University sports fan. He attended numerous football games at IU over the years and was a loyal member of their Varsity Club. George attended countless Indianapolis 500 races in his lifetime. Most of all, George enjoyed spending his summers fishing for Musky at the family cabin on Lake Laura.

 

Friends may call from 4-7 PM (CST) Wednesday, May 4, 2016 at Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home of Kentland, IN. Funeral service 11 AM (CST) Thursday, May 5, 2016 also at Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home of Kentland. Rick Gerts officiating. Interment to follow in Fairlawn Cemetery.

 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Kentland-Jefferson Township Public Library.

 

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