Samuel L. Dennis, always had a smile

Samuel L. Dennis, 57, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Sunday, Aug. 27, 2023.  

He was born Dec. 7, 1965, in Lewes, to Albert S. and Carol Ann Hovington Dennis, who survive him.

He was a graduate of Sussex Central High School and then studied computer science at Delaware State University. He was employed by Perdue for the last 16 years in the shipping department.

Sam was a talented football player for Sussex Central and made All-State champions. He enjoyed horses, harness racing and watching the San Francisco 49ers. He was known to be quiet, a big teddy bear and always had a smile. He was the kind of person who would do anything for someone in need.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by three daughters, Cheria Hudson of Dover, Nia Jones of Millsboro, and Roniecha Jones of Longview, Texas; one brother, Bryan Dennis of Millsboro; one sister, April Fillyau of Georgetown; along with two grandchildren, Crystian Hudson and Roniecha Jones. He also leaves behind four aunts, Mabel Warren (Gary), Toni Hopkins, Teresa Hopkins and Casandra Hobbs; four uncles, Ronnie Hovington (Jane), Kevin Dennis (Ivana), Dana Hopkins (Nina) and Mike Dennis; longtime friend, Andrea Jones; and his best friends, Brooks Whaley and John Ross. Sam also leaves behind numerous cousins, extended family, and friends.

A funeral service will be held at noon, Saturday, Sept. 2, at St. John 2nd Baptist Church, 26602 Mt. Joy Road, Millsboro, where friends may view from 11 a.m. to noon. Interment will follow in the adjoining church cemetery.

Arrangements by Watson Funeral Home & Crematorium, Millsboro.

Visit Samuel’s Life Memorial webpage and sign his online guestbook at watsonfh.com.