Sam H. Legree, son of the late Eddie and Carrie Gould Legree, was born on August 1, 1929, in Pineville, SC. He departed this life on November 11, 2017, at his residence.

"Orange", as he was known to family and friends, received his education in the public schools of Berkeley County, SC. He served his country in the United States Army. After his honorable discharge, he relocated to Chicago, IL.

Sam was united in holy matrimony to Beulah Hamilton. This union was blessed with four children. His wife, a daughter, Cynthia, and a son, Maurice, preceded him in death.

Sam was a member of The Church of the Redeemer, Episcopal, Pineville, SC.

Sam was a caring and loving person. His favorite routine was to sit on the porch every morning with a cup of coffee. He was an avid fan of the Chicago Cubs and loved Cadillacs.  He will be remembered for his kindness, gentle spirit, and his love for his family.

Those left to cherish his memory: son, Samuel Legree, Jr. of Chicago, IL; daughter, Denise Legree Jackson of Chicago, IL; sister, Katie L. Barron of Jacksonville, FL; daughter-in-law, Diane Gregory of Chicago, IL; grandchildren: Meshelle (Greshman) Fortune, Nichole Strong, Edward Ben (Nakia) Cole III, Antwon Panio, Kimberly (Larry) Henderson, Leslie Jackson and Jenaine Cole; a host of great-grandchildren and the youngest great-grandson, King.

He also leaves loving nieces and nephews: the Middletons of Moncks Corner, SC and Baltimore, MD; the Williams of Walterboro, SC; the Prioleaus of St. Stephen and Alvin, SC; the Barrons of Jacksonville, FL; the Judges of St. Stephen and Pineville, SC; the Legrees of Miami, FL; the Mitchells of Pineville, SC; the Washingtons of Charleston, SC; and the Browns of Mississippi; and a host of cousins and friends.