Samuel Washington

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course. I have kept the faith.”

2 Timothy 4:7

Samuel Washington was born on January 25, 1960, in Alexandria, LA, to the late Clara Williams and Booker T. Washington, Jr. After giving birth to twins, the family returned to reside in California.

Years later, his family left California to return to Lake Charles, LA. Sam attended and graduated from W.O. Boston High School in 1978.

Through the years, Sam held various jobs, with his favorite being landscaping.

He was a member of Christian Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Edward Alexander, Jr.

He loved to watch wrestling and football, with his favorite team being the San Francisco 49ers. Sam loved spending time with family and friends. He also loved dressing and shopping.

On April 19, 2009, Sam married the love of his life, Lenora Anderson.

Samuel transitioned from this life on July 16, 2026, surrounded by his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Booker T. Washington, Jr. and Clara Williams; fraternal grandparents, Booker T. Washington, Sr. and Helen Washington; maternal grandparents, Augustus Eggins and Laura Eggins; and nephew, Errol Wilson.

He leaves to cherish his memories his loving wife, Lenora Washington of Lake Charles, LA; son, Trevia Washington, of Mesquite, TX; sisters, Glenda Chereme of California; his twin sister, Sharon Lewis (Eugene) and Patricia Thomas (Eddie) both of Lake Charles, LA; grandchildren, Layla, Legend, and A’ziire; Uncle Cleveland Eggins; and Aunt Willie Mae Williams. He also leaves to cherish his memory a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins, and dear friends who will miss him deeply, and man’s best friend, ‘Bo’, his dog.