of Flippin, AR
May 25, 1941 - June 19, 2025
Sammy Lane Seawright, 84, of Flippin, Arkansas passed away peacefully at his home on the morning of June 19, 2025 surrounded by the love of his family. Born on May 25, 1941 in Flippin, Sammy was a lifelong resident of the town he cherished and a proud member of the Flippin Church of God.
Sammy was a man who believed in working hard and loving harder. For many years, he owned and operated "Flippin Auto Supply", where he poured his heart into serving his community and building lifelong friendships over the counter of his parts store. He was a high school graduate and a proud provider for his family - raising three wonderful children alongside his beloved wife, the late Sharon Kay Seawright.
A man of quiet strength and deep faith, Sammy found his greatest joy in his role as a father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He adored his grandchildren, David, Shane, Scotty, Rhonda and Kenny and his heart lit up even brighter with the arrival of his great-grandchildren, Rebecca and Isabelle, Madison, Sammy II, Hunter and Riley.
He is survived by his loving children, Brian Seawright, Mary Seawright and Lisa Best; his sister, Carolyn Treat and his treasured grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Sammy was preceded in death by his wife, Kay; his parents, Abner Minor and Josie Idella and his siblings, Jr., Tuffy, Wayne, Wanda Smith and Lola Grace.
Sammy's life was one of devotion - devotion to his family, his work, his church and his community. He will be remembered for his steady presence, his kind smile and the legacy of love he leaves behind.
A funeral service honoring Sammy's life will be held Monday, June 23, 2025, with a visitation at noon followed by a service at one in the afternoon at the Roller-Burns Funeral Home Chapel. All who knew and loved him are invited to attend.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Hospice of the Ozarks, whose compassion and care brought peace to Sammy in his final days.
Services are in the care of Roller-Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas.
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46 Condolence(s)
Dr. Karl Buchanan
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Oh Sammy, you good fella. No matter what else we can think of to say, you won. The prize of life was yours. Godspeed and thank you so much.
Jamie Garner
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
I’m so sorry to hear of your family’s loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mike and Dianna Roller
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
To Sammy's family,
We are so sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace. Please accept our condolences.
We Knew Sammy for many years. He was an excellent businessman, husband, and caring father and grandfather. He will be missed.
Sincerely,
Mike and Dianna Roller
Presley Eugene Stone jr
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
I met Sammy back in 1996 when I found my dad gene stone Sr. He was a kind and caring person who helped me out when my car broke down when I was short on cash until payday, I knew then I had a friend for life. I enjoyed going into his store for parts, and just to talk with him. I will always remember the talks we had thanks for the great memories rest in peace my friend
Bill and Tammy Brookshire
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Flippin is so much a better place because of the life Sammy lived. The respect, kindness, love that he had for everyone shined eveeytime I was fortunate enough to enjoy being in his presence. I was his favorite customer and he gave me 100% effort to satisfying my needs untill the next guy stepped up and became his favorite customer. I love Sammy and he loved all us. He raised great children also and I prey for them to feel the comfort God will give them to come soon. Amen Sammy, Well done. You were as good of a friend as it was humanly possible to be to many, well done. Bill and Tammy.
BJ Ply
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Growing up it was always a treat to go to "Sammys" for parts! I'd always love to sit on the old stools and listen to the guys in there talk racecars or hot rods! "Be here Tuesday" will always be a saying I won't forget! Prayers to you Lisa & Family! Sammy was an amazing man! God Bless
Lisa Bradford Moore
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Sammy was such a kind man. My family has such great memories of him. A quiet pillar of strength and he will be missed by many. What a legacy to leave, one where everyone that knew you, loved you. That was Sammy. Our love and prayers are with his family at this time. We celebrate the fact that he is rejoicing in Heaven now.
Denise Southworth
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Sammy O know will be missed by many, hebalways welcomed us, and treated us so well. My dear husband passed away on the 15th so he will be there to greet him along with so many. Prayers for your family now RIP
Darvin Barrett
Monday, June 23, 2025
I am so sorry to hear of Sammy's passing. He was a good and kind man. We will remember you in prayer. We are so sorry for your loss.
Renee and Robert Thompson
Monday, June 23, 2025
So very sorry for your loss
Tommy Johnson
Monday, June 23, 2025
Sammy was a good and dear friend but more important he was a Godly man and a good man he will be missed see you later my good friend
Tommy Johnson
Monday, June 23, 2025
Sammy was a good and dear friend but more important he was a Godly man and a good man he will be missed see you later my good friend
Mary Jane Erwin
Monday, June 23, 2025
Sammy was a great part of Flippin and always available to help people. He will be missed and also remembered for his kindness. Thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Dixie Hughes
Monday, June 23, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss. I know Sammy will be missed. I will pray for God to give all of you peace!
Michael Bellah
Monday, June 23, 2025
Coyla Hudson
Monday, June 23, 2025
May God grant you comfort and peace during this time. Flippin will miss him. He was a good man.
Troy Hall
Sunday, June 22, 2025
Thinking of your family. I enjoyed doing business with Sammy. I had many good conversations with him over the years. I guess that he was one of the last parts of old Flippin from my childhood. He was the first place to ever let me charge I really appreciated that and will miss him.
Mike
Sunday, June 22, 2025
Prayers for the Family. Sammy was a great man.
Woodena and Howarx Mays
Sunday, June 22, 2025
Brian, Lisa, and Mary,
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss. My Dad ,Gary Cranfill was good friends with him. He was a great guy. May God help you all through this difficult time. God bless your family.
Leslie Wagner
Sunday, June 22, 2025
Love, Light and Prayers for the family and friends at this time
Sharleta Cranfill
Sunday, June 22, 2025
Sammy was so kind and generous. A wonderful friend. We were so sorry to hear about his passing Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. He will be missed tremendously. God bless. With deepest sympathy, The Cranfill 's.
Charlene Smith
Sunday, June 22, 2025
Sammy was a wonderful man. Always kind and willing to help.Greeting everyone with a smile and saying thank ya on departure.He will be missed and always remembered.
Judy Hannaford
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Prayers are with you at this time of loss. I am so sorry. God bless all the family and friends.
Toni Nance
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Sammy was the kindest Godly man. I always got the perfect help at his auto parts store. He will be really missed in everything he has accomplished in his life.
Rutha Bast
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family
Alma Porter
Saturday, June 21, 2025
He was a great man and will be dearly missed.
Suzanne Parnell
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Very kind and loving person
Susan wagoner
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Sammy was a very caring man and always ready to help you !! He loved his work and the people in his home town of Flippin .. I grew up knowing Sammy. I went to school with his two oldest children Lisa & Brian .. Sammy will be missed but truly remember as one of the nicest respected tenant member of the community of Flippin & Marion county Arkansas.. R.I.P. Sammy, prayers for peace within the family. Respectful Susan Wagoner & family
Marsha &Gerald Seawright
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Rose Leavens
Saturday, June 21, 2025
So thankful to Jesus I was able to meet and share a friendship with Sammy in our journey of life He was such a nice caring man to our family
Pam and Tom Parks
Saturday, June 21, 2025
You will be missed prayers for the family
Becky Stonecipher
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Lisa and family, so very sorry to learn of Sammy's passing. Sammy was a kind hearted and very devoted man in our community. He will be greatly missed. Prayers for you all for peace and comfort.
jerry lack
Saturday, June 21, 2025
JoAnn & I are so very sorry to hear this. I've been blessed to have known a lot of really great people in my livetime and I can honestly say this man is at the top of the list. He was always Honest, Humble, with an Attitude of Gratitude which in my opinion is the true makings of a man. Rest in Peace Sammy. You've earned it!!
Teresa Bass Rhoden and Family
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Lisa Brian Mary Sorry to hear of the of your dad passing, he was a very wonderful and respected man this town loss a great man our condolences to the family
Dianna
Saturday, June 21, 2025
So sorry Carolyn my prayers are with you
Donna Haney-Cox
Saturday, June 21, 2025
So sorry to hear of Sammy's passing. Enjoyed him everytime I went in the part store. He knew his parts and how to cross reference them in his head. Very rarely did he use a book. Prayers for the Families comfort and healing.
Joanna Murphy
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Ann Barnett
Saturday, June 21, 2025
So sorry for your loss.
Marcus Flippin Family
Friday, June 20, 2025
Our prayers and thoughts are with your family in this time of rejoicing the great life Sammy Seawright. A great man of God and community.
Darla and Keith
Friday, June 20, 2025
Our prayers are with you and your family. Your dad was an amazing man and will be missed dearly.
Juanita Miller
Friday, June 20, 2025
I am truly sorry for the loss of such a caring man. Sammy had the heart of gold he cherished everyone he was around. To Sammy even the poor was able to repair their vehicles due to the many years of kindness & gradatude a very amazing & caring man will be greatly missed by many. Sorry I can't make it have to work. Just know you all are in my thoughts & prayers.
Karen Harbison
Friday, June 20, 2025
We are so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for all.
Harold, Colleen & Karen Harbison
Greg Hopper
Friday, June 20, 2025
Sammy was a true Icon in the automotive parts world in his hometown of Flippin. I had the privilege of doing business with him for over 50 years. As a kid at 11 years old that worked at the local automotive shops. I found great trust & friendship in him.
Whether it was 12 midnight on the eve of race day or someone just broken-down on the side of the road needing parts, Sam was always available to open up the store at any time to help.
Sam set the standard for Customer Service that we can all take note of.
He will be missed by all.
Sammy was a Great, Great man!!
Prayers & thoughts are with you Lisa & family.
Kenneth & Shirley Ply
Friday, June 20, 2025
Sammy was always so courteous and friendly, would help in any way he could. Prayers for all his family. I’m sure he will be missed by anyone that knew him.
John and Sharon James
Friday, June 20, 2025
We grew up with Sammy in Flippin. The whole Seawright family's dedication to the town of Flippin is to be admired and I'm sure his children will carry forward the tradition. I know a lot of us shade tree mechanics will miss him. Our prayers are for solace for those left behind.
Christie Gilley
Friday, June 20, 2025
He was the kindest & best man!!