Samuel Barnes Massey, Jr. passed away in his home on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 in Virginia Beach, VA. Samuel was born on March 22, 1958 in Brooklyn, New York. He attended the New York City public school system and graduated from High School in Brooklyn. Samuel was a member of The Victory Temple COGIC of Brooklyn, New York where he attended each time he visited New York City.
Samuel was employed with the Navy Resale and Services Support Office (NAVRESSO) in Brooklyn, New York before transitioning to the United States Postal Service in the 1980s. He then took the work experience previously acquired and became a civilian employee with the Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) in Staten Island, New York; eventually relocating with the company to Virginia Beach in 1993 where he worked until his retirement.
Samuel was a sports enthusiast, a member of a bowling league and enjoyed legalized betting. Samuel was known as a “gentle giant” having a height of 6’7”, while being self-characterized as “a smart ass, quick whip, very annoying yet making sense but you didn’t want to hear it.” Most importantly, to him, “life was a joy.”
Samuel was a resident of Virginia Beach for the remaining 28 years of his life. He leaves to cherish in his memory his spouse Patsy, and daughters Torina and Tamiko of Brooklyn, New York, three sisters Ethel, Deborah and Beverly, three nephews, two nieces, three grandnephews, two grandnieces, one goddaughter, three aunts, three uncles, numerous cousins, and friends. Also, a special acknowledgement to his NEXCOM family: Admirals and Staff, Kim, Liz, Cheryl and his best friend Izzy.
Samuel can now join his parents and younger brother who preceded him in death. Until we meet again, love to all.
Lois M Moore posted on 5/17/21
My condolences to Sam's family. Iwill remember Sam with a smile and affection. I will always remember the early days at NAVRESO and the kindness you showed and the friendship that grew. I'm sure you and Walter are shafting a laugh already! RIP
Lois M Moore posted on 5/17/21
My condolences to Sam's family. I will remember him with a smile and affection. I will remember always the early days at BARREL and the kindness you showed me as well as the friendship that grew. I'm sure you and Walter are already having a laugh or two! RIP
Patricia Winson posted on 4/6/21
Sam, I am so heartbroken to hear of your passing. I remember just texting with you and how you doing fine. I will miss calls just to check on my family. I will miss the calls and text talking all things sports, and even the simple calls about what grocery stores are having sales. It’s the little things that I will miss. You were a sweet soul and you were truly a blessing. Sleep in Heavenly peace. Love Patti and Endia. Keep watching over your all of us.
Patricia Winson posted on 4/6/21
My condolences
Carmen Winson posted on 4/2/21
My name is Carmen Winson Sam and first met in a class in 1995 and became good friends we renained friends until his death I met his sister Ethel and 2 of his nieces He called me his girlfriend and I am so very very sorry for your loss. pls let me know what happened to him I know of his daughter Tamiko and Patsy pls email me and let me know how he died
Sandra Salter posted on 3/31/21
Sam you will truly be missed. From your Canadian friends
Sandra Salter posted on 3/31/21
Sam you will truly be missed. From your Canadian friends
Cheryl posted on 3/29/21
Big Sam, awe so very sad to hear of your passing. You always had a smile on your face and happy to help in any way and a big heart for all. Many prayers to your family. Rip Big Sam ❤️
Cheryl posted on 3/29/21
Always smiling
Pedro “PR” Rivera-Bey posted on 3/26/21
Big Brother Sam, I remember those early morning hours playing full court basketball in Fort Greene, Monument Walk side, it was our daily weekend ritual . I will miss you tremendously and always pray the Most High Keep you by his side; but more so, I pray for your family’s strength to endure their lost. Till We Meet Again
Brenda Hayes posted on 3/24/21
Condolences to the family. Sam the Man, you will truly be miss, always with a smile. RIP my friend
Denice Hardy posted on 3/24/21
You always put a smile on my face at work. You were a kind soul. And you will be missed
Barbara Vice posted on 3/24/21
Rest in Peace "Big Sam".
Donna Alston posted on 3/24/21
My condolences to all Sam’s family and friends. He was such a good guy. Always made me smile and laugh. I will miss seeing you walking down Va. Beach Blvd. You lived your life and God called you home. Rest in heaven Big Sam. You will be missed.
Zanetta DeVane posted on 3/24/21
My sincere condolences to the family. Sam, you will be truly missed. The legacy of kindness will always be cherished and missed. Heaven has gained another Angel.
Gene and Carmen Hoffman posted on 3/23/21
Rest in Peace "Big Sam".
Gene and Carmen Hoffman posted on 3/23/21
So sorry to hear of Sam's passing. Our condolences to his family. I am grateful to have had the chance to know him as a co-worker with NEXCOM and also as a great friend over the last 35 years. I remember the car trips we took from VA to NY. His fun loving spirit will be missed. "Big Sam", rest in peace.
Richard Creamer posted on 3/22/21
God Bless you Sam. Condolences to the Family. Great guy. When help was needed Sam never said he was too busy. Thank you. Probably already busy working the March Madness brackets for all his fellow Angels
Helen Manno posted on 3/22/21
Fran and I first knew Sam in Brooklyn NY and then Staten Island and Virginia Beach. He truly was a gentle giant and a wonderful person that we will never forget. Many prayers to his family.
Alfreda Stallion posted on 3/22/21
RIP my friend, my "BIG GUY". Thank you for standing in the gap for me. You will surely be missed. Love and miss you friend. Love Freda
Jennifer Gibbons posted on 3/21/21
My best friend Sam I'm gonna miss u so much. U were a great supervisor and a special friend to my heart. I'm gonna miss u so much. RIP my favorite person ❤️❤️❤️
Rhonda Melton posted on 3/20/21
My condolence to the Massey family. Big Sam will be missed. D
Freddie Bellamy posted on 3/20/21
Big Sam, The man, Rest in peace and my condolences to the Massey family. It was good knowing Sam and he always had a good word for ya.
Lynn Kerwin posted on 3/20/21
My thoughts and prayers are with youths Massey’s during this difficult time.
Crystal Askew posted on 3/20/21
Words just can’t express how much you have touched the lives of many and how much you’ll be missed! God called “Sam the Man” home as your assignment here on earth was completed! REST NOW! You’ll be missed! “MY SUPERVISOR” ❣️
Cleveland Rogers posted on 3/19/21
Sam was a hard and enthusiastic worker and Team Person. Thank you Sam for your Contribution to our command mission. You made a Huge Difference in a positive way with everyone. Prayers for your family.
Crystal Michelle Lewis posted on 3/19/21
You will be missed my friend always big sam. condolences to your family. sam was a great friend to all that new him. fly high sam!
James Watts posted on 3/19/21
RIP Mr. Sam Massey. Always enjoyed talking to you about life. Yours and mine. Great inspiration. Condolences go out your family. You are with each and everyone you ever came in contact with. To God be the glory
Deborah Phillips posted on 3/19/21
I remember always seeing Sam walking to and from NEXCOM every day he was a good guy.
Deborah Phillips posted on 3/19/21
Sam was a great employee whom I enjoyed working with. He will be missed.
Kenneth Alston posted on 3/19/21
Gonna miss the Big Guy...RIP my friend WOW this is a tuff one
Richard L. York posted on 3/19/21
Sam was such a great guy. Always with a smile. Enjoyed the Super Bowl pools he would put together. Rest in piece my friend!
Patti Walker posted on 3/19/21
In all the years of knowing Big Guy, I shall always remember him smiling, joking and his spirit to make me smile and laugh Each and every time I went to take care of a task...Sam would always be so helpful and was always a pleasure to be aroundI can see his beautiful smile now in Heaven, bringing joy to all who have gone before us♥️ I shall forever carry you in my heart Big Guy; you are a lovely blessing to all who have known you My deepest condolences to all of Sam’s Family ♥️ RIP Big Guy
Jannifer posted on 3/19/21
My condolences in your time of grief. May the peace of God and the sweet communion of His spirit comfort and keep u in this trying time
Nancy Josey posted on 3/19/21
Sam always had a smile for everyone. Condolences and prayers for his family. He will live on in the hearts and memories of all who knew him.
Angela Staton posted on 3/19/21
So very sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Sam. Praying that God will give you peace and comfort.
Kim posted on 3/19/21
Dear Big Sam, RIP my friend, you will be truly miss. My condolences to the family May God give you peace in this time of loss. as he always call me KFish Love U Big Sam
Amy Miller posted on 3/19/21
RIP Debbie’s brother Sam. My sincere condolences to the whole family.
Nancy Woodward posted on 3/19/21
Sam was a joy to work with. He always remembered all the Moms on Mother’s Day. He truly was a gentle giant. Everyone loved Big Sam. He will be missed.
Jo Johnson posted on 3/19/21
The world will miss Big Sam, but he now is learning to greet those that has gone before him. Rest in Peace Sam.
Zee Morin posted on 3/19/21
My condokences to my friend Beverly and all the Massey family and friends, may his memory be praised and cherished.
Clara Reeves posted on 3/19/21
Rest in peace Sam. Sending prayers for your family.
Landa DuBose-Smith posted on 3/19/21
To Deborah Massey and Family Those we love can never be more than a thought away...for as long as there is a memory they live in our hearts to stay. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, the courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to hold forever in your heart. My sincere condolences Love Landa DuBose-Smith & Family
Landa DuBose-Smith posted on 3/19/21
Landa DuBose-Smith
Elizabeth Tellefsen posted on 3/19/21
To Sam’s family: So sorry for your loss. Sam was a very special person. He was a very kind friend, had a huge heart always willing to help anyone in need and I think heaven has gained a wonderful angel. Rest In Peace Sam, you will be missed.
Sandra Wright posted on 3/19/21
Mu deepest condolences to the family. I'm so saddened to hear this. I remember bugging him about issues in the sales audit department. I appreciated him very much. Sandra Wright (retired from Sales Audit Dept)
Michele Seitz posted on 3/19/21
Sam always had a smile on his face and a can-do attitude towards the challenges we faced at NEXCOM. I was deeply saddened and very sorry to learn of his passing. My sincerest prayers for Sam and his family.
Linda Smith posted on 3/19/21
Sending my condolences and prayers to the family. Sammie you will be missed. Rest in paradise my friend.
Geannette & Demeturis Gibbs (UK) posted on 3/19/21
We love and will miss your kind gentle spirit. RIP Big Sam condolences to his family
Maria Torres posted on 3/19/21
So sorry for your loss. Sam will surely be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joseph Hamby posted on 3/19/21
Sam was a good friend. He was always in good spirits, even when life was a little difficult. In short, he was "That Guy". The one that everyone liked. Which was a telling testament to his character. He will be very much missed.
Tanya Williams posted on 3/19/21
To The Massey Family: My words cannot fully express the sorrow I feel after learning about the death of your beloved brother. May you ever treasure the wonderful times you had. My prayers are with your whole family. Tanya Brown and family.
Pastor Joe S. Armstead posted on 3/19/21
With my sincerest prayers and deepest condolences, I join in unity with all who will support you during this challenging time. Sam Jr. was a good brother and his memory will continue with us. Family, know that earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.
Sinia Merin posted on 3/19/21
Mr. Sam was always kind and helpful. My deepest sympathy to the family and friends. Rest In Peace, Mr. Sam.
Richard R Miller posted on 3/19/21
Tamika and family, we are really going to miss Sam, He was the best. Rest in peace my friend, see you in a little while. Sending our thoughts and prayers to the family.
Ronald Tolson posted on 3/19/21
Sam you were a great man and was able to make everyone smile. Praying for the family to get through this difficult time.
Leslie Caffrey posted on 3/18/21
Sam was the nicest kindest man. Always willing to help with a big smile on his face. So sorry to hear of his passing. Prayers for his family at their time of loss.
Winona Frye ( Winnie) posted on 3/18/21
Big Sam RIP. My deepest sympathy and condolences goes out to the family. May God bless you all.
Winona Frye ( Winnie) posted on 3/18/21
Big Sam was a wonder may he RIP. My prayers and deepest sympathy goes to his family.
Raye Eaton posted on 3/18/21
Sam you will be be missed. You were always a happy guy and fun to be around. You were kind and always a gentlemen. Rest in peace my man...
Vanessa (Nexcom Distribution, Norfolk, VA) posted on 3/18/21
Family, Condolences and prayers for comfort during your hours of grief. Please remember that our memories are forever and a place where we can always visit when our loved ones are no longer here with us. Sam was always professional, respectful and a pleasure to have worked with when contacted for support. Your new normal of not seeing Sam will require much prayer, the Lord cares about your tears.
Maria Hu posted on 3/18/21
Heaven has gained a new angel!! My condolence to the entire family.
Steward Willie posted on 3/18/21
You have my deepest sympathy. So sorry to hear about your loss. Be strong and keep the faith and be safe.
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Joseph michael Carretta posted on 9/16/21
God bless Big Sam.