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Sam Lay was a legendary Chicago blues drummer who played with Muddy Waters, Howlin’ Wolf, and the Paul Butterfield Blues Band.
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for Sam Lay
19 Entries
August 15, 2022
Family
Regina Parker
Uncle Sam loved to play his music. I know he is in heaven jamming.
February 16, 2022
Friend
Frank Titus
RIP Sammy.
February 14, 2022
Acquaintance
Pj Ohstrum
A Chicago bluz legend,with a heart and Soul! A Gentleman and Giant ! From Butterfield bluz band ,the Chess records to checker board lounge ,siegal schwall reunion band,Sam kept the beat! Thanks for the music and memories! Will miss you! R I p! Your back with the Wolf and Muddy,Amen!
February 13, 2022
Jennifer
February 13, 2022
Jennifer
There are no words that anyone could say at this difficult time, as
we are all mourning the loss of a
talented musician, he will be truly
missed and never be forgotten.
RIp Eternal Flame
February 12, 2022
Friend
Ramona Harris
Praying for the Lay family
February 8, 2022
May my condolences bring your family consolation and peaceduring this painful time. 1 Thessalonians 4:14For if we have faith that Jesus died and rose again, so too God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep in death through Jesus.
February 5, 2022
My deepest condolences to the family. May you find comfort
in your treasured memories of Your loved one and May God continue to comfort you in the days, months and years ahead.
February 5, 2022
Raquel
Truly talented person. May God comfort the family and love ones and reflect on the Cheri memories you all treasure.
February 4, 2022
V M
To the family,
I would like to extend my condolences to you. Losing a loved one in death breaks our heart. Please know that you can find comfort and strength in God. Isa. 41:10 says he will hold on to you with his right hand of righteousness. Cherish the loving memories.
February 3, 2022
To the Wolf Family,
Deeply sorry for the loss of such a talented musician, in this trying times please let the scriptures bring you and the family comfort.
Psalms 94:19-"When anxieties overwhelmed me, you(God)comforted and soothed me."
The Grant Family
02-03-22
February 1, 2022
Mr jody Shawn Brachman
I'm writing to u to give my condolences to u and yr family etc. RIP I loved his drumming etc.. he seemed like a nice guy i.will.miss him so. Bye
February 1, 2022
An amazing musician and performer, legendary. Such wonderful music that will live on. May God be with you all in your time of sorrow, so sorry for your loss.
February 1, 2022
What an incredible artist he was. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort the family during this difficult period.
February 1, 2022
Anonymous... Gary, IN
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
February 1, 2022
Sam definitely had a fantastic career. To Sam's family and all of his many fans I offer my condolences. May y the family find a calmness to assist you as you grieve.
February 1, 2022
Janelle Eloisa Almendis
May our Dear God comfort your hearts with his love and Hope. Philippians 4:6-7.
January 31, 2022
Acquaintance
faith/rory tobin/dockett
Dear Lay Family Rory and I would like to take the time he'll surely be missed and may he rest in peace.best faith/rory
January 31, 2022
My heartfelt condolences go out to the family and this time of sorrow.
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