Samuel Britton Poppell

Samuel (Sammy) B. Poppell

June 23, 1935 - June 20, 2025

Samuel "Sammy" B. Poppell, 89, of Darien, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 20, 2025. He was born on June 23, 1935, in Townsend, Georgia, to the late Mr. and Mrs. Lemmie B. Poppell.

Sammy was a devoted husband, loving father, and proud grandaddy. A U.S. Army veteran, he served his country with honor then later retiring from Georgia Pacific. Sammy never met a stranger-he was generous with his time, always ready to share a good story, and never turned down a game of checkers. He had a lifelong passion for working on cars and anything with a motor, but what he enjoyed most was spending time with his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 35 years, Billie Poppell; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lemmie Poppell; his sister, Mary Jo Lane; his brothers, Clarence, Herbert, George, and Carl Poppell; his son, Anthony "Lynn" Poppell; his great-grandson, Brantley "Drake" Whichard; his daughter-in-law, Candy Howard; and his son-in-law, Robert Goodman.

Left to carry on his memory are his daughters Angie Goodman and Juanita Young and husband Jeff; sons Joseph "Britt" Poppell and wife Linda, Cliff Howard, Ronnie Howard and wife Denise, and Patrick Howard and wife Susan. He was a proud grandfather to Anthony Webb (Carilee), Johnathon Howard (Amy), Brittany Johnson (Wyatt), Destiny Poppell (Randy), Samantha Vermillion (Brian), Stephanie Bujalski (Joshua), Ashley Poppell (Tyree), Autumn Heath (Mason), Josiah Poppell, Paige Warner (James), William Howard (Chiann), Joshua Howard, Kayla Jarrard, and Kasey Crawford. Sammy's legacy continues through 18 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Patricia Griffin (Ferrell); his brothers, Robert, Herman, and David Poppell (Connie); his sister-in-law, Jackie Poppell; and many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins.

The family would like to express heartfelt thanks to Amy Landers, Dawn Gross, and Destiny Collins for their compassionate care, and to Jeanie Oliver for providing Sammy with a safe and loving environment during his illness. The family also extends their deepest gratitude to the staff at James H. Quillen VA Medical Center and Gentiva Hospice for the kindness and support shown to Sammy during his final days. He genuinely cherished the time he spent sharing stories and laughter with those who cared for him.

The family will receive friends on Monday, July 7, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Darien Church of God (1140 Blounts Crossing, Darien, Ga). A funeral service, including special music, will follow at 5:00 p.m., officiated by Rev. Tommy Whaley. Graveside will take place immediately afterward at Gardner/Poppell Cemetery in Cox, Georgia.

Sammy will be remembered for his kind heart, his joyful spirit, and the deep love he had for his family and friends.

Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the family, online condolences can be shared with the family on our website at www.trinitymemorialcenters.com.