Samuel Leroy Pierce, 78, of Woodbine, Ga passed away peacefully at his residence on January 24, 2023.

Sam was born on July 20, 1944 in Brunswick, GA, to the late Rayford and Demeta Keene Pierce. He was a 1962 graduate of Glynn Academy. Sam attended Brewton Parker before joining the United States Air Force in 1964.  During his years, Sam served as a US Marshal, Law Enforcement Officer for several local law enforcement agencies and was a Civil Process Server. Sam retired from Kings Bay Navy Submarine Base, SWFLANT.

Sam was the owner/operator of Camden Kennels. He enjoyed fishing, riding horses, and loved his animals, especially his service dogs. Sam was a craftsman, known to many as the "Rattlesnake Man". Sam tanned rattlesnakes, made jewelry, belts and wallets. Sam enjoyed playing football, baseball, and golf.  He umpired, refereed, and coached  locally for baseball, softball, and football. He served as a volunteer for the Woodbine Crawfish Committee for many years.

Sam is survived by his children, Dena Pierce Turner (Keith) of Springfield, GA, Justin Pierce of Athens, GA, Lacey Pierce (Ryan Miller) of White Oak, Ga, and Holly Douglas (David) of Woodbine, GA. Grandchildren, Bruen Turner, Gage Hewitt, Raegan Hewitt, Olivia Douglas, Cassia Douglas, and Amelia Douglas.

Sam requested private memorial for his children.

Allison Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.