Sansford Sam Semones

Sansford Sam Semones, 86 of Fancy Gap, passed away on Monday, May 11th, 2026 at his home. Mr. Semones was born in Carroll County, Virgina to the late George Andrew and Verlie Edith McMillian Semones. In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his son, Sansford Ray Semones; brothers, Lansford Semones and Glenwood Semones; and brother-in-law, Bobby Farris.

Survivors include his wife, Catherine Lydell Lyons Semones; children, Daniel Semones and Marsha Reid (David); grandchildren, Christian Patton (Patrick), Jacob Semones (Emily), Mathew Semones (Amanda), and Daniel Semones-Thrift (Dustin); two great-grandchildren; sister, Shelby Fariss; sister-in-law, Wanda Semones; special friend, Al Sonnay; and grand dog, Little Bit.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at Rome Baptist Church at 12:00 PM with Pastors Terry McMillan and Scotty Bullins officiating. Burial will follow in the Worrell Memorial Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel on Friday, May 15, 2026 from 6:00 until 8:00 PM. Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel is serving the family.