Samuel McKenzie

Samuel "Sambo" McKenzie, 71, resident of Pontotoc, passed away on Thursday, October 27, 2022 at Sanctuary Hospice House in Tupelo following a brief illness.
A Memorial Service honoring the life of Mr. McKenzie will be held at a later date. Arrangements are provided by the staff of New Albany Funeral & Cremation Care.
Mr. McKenzie was born on August 5, 1951 to the late Sam Adam and Mary Lee Knox McKenzie and received his education in the Line Street Consolidated School System. He was employed as a spring coiler for the manufacturing industry until retirement at the age of 55.
A Christian and comedian, Mr. McKenzie always had a passion for all antique cars and restoration car projects. Riding his roadrunner car with the boys, also known as the "Road Show Cruisers" was one of his favorite hobbies.
Mr. McKenzie's best characteristic was helping others in any way possible. As his sibling's caretaker, he got the privilege of naming all of his siblings and also got the title of "Best Big Brother Ever". He loved his entire family, and they will miss him dearly.
Those left to cherish memories include his beloved wife, Peggy Myrick McKenzie, his God daughter, Felicia Barkley, a bonus son, Jase Hester, seven sisters, Martha Smith, Debra Williams, Carolyn Smith, Paulette Bailey, Mary Jane Graham, Jacquelyn Parker and Pearlie McKenzie, three brothers, Arthur, Darnell and Dwight McKenzie and one bonus grandchild, Luca Hester.
In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by Bro. Danny Boy McKenzie.
The staff of New Albany Funeral & Cremation Care invites you to share memories with the McKenzie family.

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