Samuel Shafter Lisenby
Samuel Shafter Lisenby, 96, of Port Neches, died Tuesday, October 15, 2024. He was born March 21, 1928, in Millville, Florida, to Onnie Mae Lindsay Lisenby and Richard Houston Lisenby.
Sam was a devoted craftsman, with a passion for woodworking, yardwork, and gardening. He could build or fix anything. He spent countless hours in his workshop, turning pieces of wood into beautiful creations with his skillful hands and a keen eye for detail. His dedication, patience, and artistry will be missed by all who had the privilege of seeing his work or learning from his wisdom. His occupation was a millwright for 40 years, retiring in 1993. Sam leaves a legacy of creativity, kindness, and a family that will love and cherish the memories of his loving spirit. Sam was a devoted father and always put his family first. He had a love for people and a prayerful heart.
Survivors include his daughters, Karen Sue Lisenby, of Waco, and Dortha Sherrie Davis and husband, Thomas, of Waxahachie, and Jeanie Lynn Lisenby, of Miami; sons, Samuel Bruce Lisenby and wife, Nellie, of China Spring, and Philip Dean Lisenby and wife, Donna, of Nederland; sister, Virginia Jacobs; grandchildren, Paul Ezell, Lisette Arriola, Janay Stradley, Caleb Lisenby, and Zachary Stickley; as well as nine great-great grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Dortha Jean Lisenby; and ten siblings.
A gathering of Mr. Lisenby’s family and friends will be 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 18, 2024, at Broussard’s, 505 North 12th Street, Nederland. His graveside service will follow at 2:30 p.m., at Oak Bluff Memorial Park, Port Neches.
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Gathering of Family and Friends
Broussard’s Mortuary Nederland
- 505, North 12th Street, Nederland, Texas, 77627,
- October 18, 2024
- 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Graveside Service
Oak Bluff Memorial Park
- 618, Block Street, Port Neches, Texas, 77651,
- October 18, 2024
- 2:30 pm
I am sorry for the loss of Mr. Lisenby, though I know he is with his Lord. My memories of Mr. and Mrs. Lisenby are those of kindness, patience, and Christian witness. I spent a lot of time in their home as a young boy, hanging out with my friend Phil. My prayers are with all the family. Johnny Dammon, Lake Charles, LA.
I only talked to Mr. Lisenby once. I lived down the road from him and stopped to talk to him once and he gave me a nice wooden back scratcher. Nice man. I always admired his yard being so neat and nice and enjoyed seeing him outside often. I will miss seeing him. I knew he had lost his wife years ago. Nice to think they are together again. Prayers for his family.
Sorry for your loss Phil
Grandad, you will be missed. Thank you for your kindness and love.
I am so sorry for the loss of your father, grandfather, and friend. I will miss Uncle Shafter. Now my mom is the only one of the eleven siblings left. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
My heart grieves for your loss. I love brother Sam so much. He was so very kind to me as a little girl teaching me to tie my shoes and how to use a knife as being left-handed. Nobody could help but him. They just don’t make them like brother Sam brother Joe anymore, love and prayers are with all of you!