Samson was a nice honest guy who had a big heart. He was a member Gethsemane Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Eddie B. Loggins. Samson graduated from Drew Central High School in 1989 and later attended UAM, graduating with a degree in business administration and finance in 1996.
He was preceded in death by his stepfather, L.C. Lucas. Samson leaves to cherish his memories, his father, Rev. John Wesley Arnold; his loving mother, Artie Lucas; two brothers, Gary (Margaret) Lucas and Stanley (Shelia) Lucas; seven sisters, Diane (Alonzo) Allen, Erma Riley, Teresa Lucas, Linda Lucas and Melanie Tolefree all of Monticello, Cynthia Williams of Crossett and Shirley (James) Harris of Warner Robins, GA; and a host of aunts, uncles, nephew, nieces, relatives and friends.
Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 18, 2017 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with burial in Union Ridge Cemetery #2. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
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Condolences(16)
Marsha Clayton
Monticello, AR Wednesday, March 22, 2017 I remember Sam as a student at UAM. He was pleasant, kind, and considerate to students, faculty and staff. My condolences to the family. May your memories be a comfort to you.Jane Summerford
Greenbrier, AR Tuesday, March 21, 2017 So sorry for your loss. Samson was a good guy. My prayers and condolences to all of you and you go through this time of separation.Michelle Davis
, AR Tuesday, March 21, 2017 My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends. We were college friends and man, what a nice person to call to meet and call friend. I am terribly sorry for your loss. Deepest sympathy, MichelleBridgett Harris
Fountain Hill, AR Saturday, March 18, 2017 May God be with you Ms. Artie; " R.i.p. sweet Sam"Bridgett Grays- C/O(86')
Mary F. King
Monticello,, AR Friday, March 17, 2017 So sorry to learn of Sam's passing. We kept in touch through facebook. Sam was very knowledgeable about politics and current events. He was very intelligent when he was in school at Drew Central and he kept that interest and curiosity about local, state, national and international affairs. I will miss Sam very much. He was my "go to" guy for information and I did enjoy our conversations on messenger. Not having Sam to turn to saddens me greatly..Izell and Allie Block
Crossett, AR Friday, March 17, 2017 May God bless each of you.Kay Worbington
Monticello, AR Friday, March 17, 2017 Mr. Arnold's family has my sympathy at the sad time. I am so sorry!Earnestine Colburn
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 16, 2017 Gary and Margaret my heart goes out to you and family.You are in my prayers
Pam Leeper
, AR Thursday, March 16, 2017 My prayers go to the family during this time of loss. God bless you all.Jeri Taylor
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 16, 2017 I was saddened to hear about Sam. He was a very nice person. I will keep you all in my thoughts & prayers.Sincerely
Cheri Rash (Simpson)
Monticello, AR Wednesday, March 15, 2017 Praying for the family. He will be missed.Bro. Michael Henry
Monticello, AR Wednesday, March 15, 2017 My heart goes out to Sam's family and I will be praying for them. I went to school with Sam and he was one of the most awesome men I have met. May our Lord comfort you in the days ahead.Isa 41:10 Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
lelia davis
monticello, AR Wednesday, March 15, 2017 To the family of Samson, so very sorry to hear about your loss. I know it has to be difficult to loose a child so young. My son Doug Davis and Samson were best of friends while growing up and in school. He liked Samson very much and always held high regards for him. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I know he will be missedJim Glennon
Possum Valley, AR Wednesday, March 15, 2017 So very sorry for your loss.Margie
, AR Tuesday, March 14, 2017 So sorry to hear this. My prayers for his family.Sudan Dodson-Bates
Gainesville, FL Tuesday, March 14, 2017 So sorry to hear of Sam's passsing. He will be greatly missed. Prayers to his family!