Samuel W. Kozee, age 85, passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by loved ones on December 27, 2025.
He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend to all that knew him.
Sam was born on September 4, 1940 to the late Beecher and Ruby Kozee of Johns Run, Kentucky.
In addition to his parents, Sam was preceded in death by two brothers, Carl, Jim, and one sister, Janet Duncan.
Sam served his country in the United States Army and retired from Local 150 as an operating engineer.
Sam is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Nancy; two daughters, Kellie (Brian) Warren and Samantha (Drew) Perkins.
Sam was lovingly called “Umpy” by his grandchildren, Sam Sophia, Sadie, Max and Kate whom meant the world to him.
Sam loved to golf, fish and was known to many as “The Koz”! May he rest in peace!
Visitation will be Friday, January 2nd from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m., Saturday, January 3, 2026 at Grayson Funeral Home, 49 McCoy Road, Grayson, Kentucky.
Burial will be Monday, January 5th, 2026, at the Veterans Cemetery, Grayson.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. John and Elizabeth Catholic Church, State Hwy 1947, Grayson, Kentucky, 41143.
Grayson Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Samuel W. Kozee.
