Sammie Laverne Gunter

Sammie Laverne Gunter, born October 10, 1950; died on June 16, 2015 from depression and a broken heart. He was predeceased by his father Elvin Gunter and the loves of his life Dave and Katie.

Sam left behind his family: mother, Ruth Gunter; Partner, Kevin Pickett; Brother Don Gunter (Mary Jim); sisters, Carol Hall (Frank), Joyce McLean (Cecil), Mary Ann Gunter (Mark), as well as many nieces and nephews who lovingly called him "Boompa".

He will be greatly missed by all of his friends in Atlanta and Highlands.

A funeral service will be held Saturday, June 20, 2015 at 1:00 pm at Highlands United Methodist Church with Rev. Paul Christy and Jennifer Forrester officiating. Burial will follow in Highlands Memorial Park. The family will greet friends following the graveside service

Memorial donations may be made to Cashiers‑Highlands Humane Society, PO Box 638, Cashiers, NC  28717.

Bryant‑Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.  Online condolences may be made at www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com.