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Sam Achord Obituary

A resident of Greenwell Springs, he died on Thursday, February 14, 2013 at his daughter's home. He was 86. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII in the European Theater as a tank driver and infantryman. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at Seale Funeral Home, Denham Springs, beginning at 10:00am. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home chapel at 1:00pm. Burial will follow in Denham Springs Memorial Cemetery. He is survived by his three sons, Sam Achord, Jr., Buddy Achord and Aubrey Achord and wife Darlene Long Achord, daughter, Donna Achord Roppolo and husband Robert, numerous grand children, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Norman and Lillian Achord, his wife Viola Thibodeaux Achord , brothers and sisters. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and loved to travel and spend time with his family. Please sign the online guestbook at www.sealefuneral.com

Published by The Advocate from Feb. 15 to Feb. 18, 2013.
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I miss you so much dad. I don't know how to go back to normal. For so long my normal has been chaos. I know you are where you want to be. Give mom a kiss for me. I love you both

donna achord, roppolo

February 19, 2013

My Uncle Sam did a fantastic job being a "dad" to me after mine went to heaven suddenly, even giving me away at my wedding. I will forever be thankful for having him in my life. Rest forever in peace with Aunt Viola. I'll always treasure & love you.

Wanda McMorris

February 19, 2013

Aubrey, Darlene, & Families,

Always know that they are never truely gone from us. I get great comfort knowing they are always watching over us, giving us signs along the way. Love & Prayers to all.

Sonia & Sarah Wallace

February 18, 2013

Life lived with purpose is all we are expected to achieve. Sam has lived long enough to fulfill his destiny. Your family has my prayers for his continued journey. Prayers for your grief.

Debbie Parnell

February 18, 2013

I miss you papa and love you I remember going to visiting you in Louisiana you will be in my prayers

Daelynn COCHRAN

February 17, 2013

The Achord family will be in our prayers. Viola was my mother's cousin and I remember visiting often as a child and Sam was one of the happiest people I had ever met. I know he will be missed.

Catherine Watts Balfantz

February 16, 2013

He lived a full life and he is no longer suffering! He is finally reunited with his soulmate!! I am so proud to have him as a grandfather! He will be missed greatly. We love you so much!!

Megan Stinson (Granddaughter)

February 16, 2013

He lived a full life and he is no longer suffering! He is finally reunited with his soulmate!! We will miss you dearly but I am comforted knowing that you are truly happy now! Love with all my heart.

Megan Stinson (granddaughter)

February 16, 2013

Uncle Sam, the last time we visited was Aunt Viola's services. I wish we had been able to visit more often. Heaven has another angel and someone to look out for us.

Bonnie Sweat

February 15, 2013

We love and miss u paw paw. Love u

Sam Henries

February 15, 2013

To the Achord family you have my deepest sympathy. May the God of all comfort be with you. (Psalms 55:22)

February 15, 2013

sorry for ur loss kathryn

Tiwana Hess

February 15, 2013

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