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Sammy "Sam" True Webster

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Sammy "Sam" True Webster, 74, of Eldon, Mo., passed away Wednesday, November 25, 2020, at his residence surrounded by his family. He was born November 7, 1946 at his family home in Camden County, the son of True "Pete" Webster and Mabel (Cyrus) Webster, who preceded him in death. He was married on October 18, 1969 in Eldon to Dixie Thompson. He was a 1964 graduate of Camdenton High School. After graduation he then graduated from National School of Meat Cutting in Toledo, Ohio. He was then employed as a meat cutter with area groceries stores. On October 31, 1966 he began working for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company for 36 years retiring in September 2002. He enjoyed fishing, camping at Truman Lake, and traveling all 50 states - even driving to Alaska. Sam was a member of the Ninth Street Christian Church of Eldon, Mo. He loved spending time with family and friends. He dearly enjoyed attending all of his daughter's activities and telling stories to make people laugh. He loved being able to help others and will be truly missed by all. Survivors include: wife, Dixie Webster of the home; daughters, Amy Pratt (Bryan) of New Bloomfield, Mo. and Audrey Williams (Daren) of Tipton, Mo.; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Dennis and Jerry Thompson of Jefferson City, Mo. His parents, two brothers, James and Ralph; and four sisters, Peggy Smith, Millie, Marilee and Bonnie preceded him in death. Visitation will be Sunday, November 29, 2020 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Ninth Street Christian Church of Eldon, Mo. Funeral Service will be Monday, November 30, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at Ninth Street Christian Church with Chris Reynolds, Minister, officiating. The service will be live streamed. Burial will follow at Greenmore Memorial Gardens in Barnett, Mo. Memorials in his name are suggested to Ninth Street Christian Church of Eldon, Mo. Due to current CDC guidelines, the family is requesting that everyone attending please wear face protection and follow social distancing requirements. Arrangements are under the direction and care of Phillips Funeral Home of Eldon, Mo.

Published November 29, 2020