Samuel Edward Uptegrove
Passed: June 28, 2020
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Samuel Edward Uptegrove
Passed: June 28, 2020
Obituary
Samuel Edward Uptegrove, age 66, of Buckeye, Arizona passed away on June 28, 2020 in Buckeye, Arizona. He was born on November 4, 1953 to Samuel Uptegrove and Barbara Ceason in St. Louis, Missouri.
Samuel was known for his sayings over the years, his most memorable ones are, “Life is 90% what happens to you and 10% how you handle it,” and “Don’t sweat the small stuff because it’s all small stuff.” Another one that he was proud of was “SSNS, Super Secret Ninja Shit.” Take everything “One step at a time,” and “Hindsight is 20/20.”
Samuel is survived by his wife; Annette Uptegrove, his daughter; Mary Ann Green, his son; Samuel Fermin Uptegrove, his sister; Cathy Roberts and his 5 grandchildren; Hannah, Clayton, Connor, Cade and Zackery.
A memorial service will be held at 10:30am on Saturday, July 11, 2020 at Cotton Lane Baptist Church, 6240 N. Cotton Ln. Waddell, Arizona 85355.
9 responses to Samuel Edward Uptegrove
Stuart Prigge says:
July 7, 2020
Sorry to hear he passed. Prayers for the family for quick healing.
Mary says:
July 15, 2020
Thank you for your kind words, thoughts and prayers!
Jim Gibbs says:
July 8, 2020
Sam and I had a great time working together in “Special Projects”. Sam was always there to provide insight and leadership, and I learned a great deal of valuable knowledge from him. Sam immediately gave me the nickname “Mumbles” and always called me that from then on, even years later when we would run into each other. I’m getting a little choked up thinking about a lot of great memories and your friendship. Thanks Sam.
Mary says:
July 15, 2020
Jim,
Thank you for you kind thoughts and prayers during this time of transition. As a family we are trying to keep dad’s legacy alive. If you would not mind sharing stories and moments that you shared with dad, we would greatly appreciate it! You can email me at scentsbymary@yahoo.com.
Thank You,
Mary Ann
Andy B says:
July 9, 2020
Sorry to hear of Sam’s passing. He was a great COP and we had some good times working together in Projects.
Mary says:
July 15, 2020
Andy,
Thank you for your kind thought, and prayers during this time of transition. If you would mind could you please send me a story or memorable moment that you shared with my dad. We are trying to collect all the stories that we can so that we can keep his legacy alive. Email is scentsbymary@yahoo.com
Thank You,
Mary Ann
Tom Kulesa says:
July 24, 2020
I worked with Sam in both SIB Narcotics and in Special Projects…..He was my training officer in Narcotics….Took me on my first “buy”….The guy asked him if he wanted to buy some weed….Sam said no and then pointed at me and said “But he does”…..Damn good police officer and great undercover cop…..Thank you for your guidance Sam and Rest in Peace buddy….
Steve Brayer says:
March 29, 2021
I am sorry for this late post, I just found out of Sam’s passing. We worked together in Special Projects. He was one of the best; unflappable under stress. His slow “good ole boy” delivery was genuine and let you know from the start to be on your “A” game around him. He helped to build the Unit. He was a central part of making it work. If it didn’t exist he brought it into existence. Amazing.
My condolences too the family. You can be proud of his service to the the citizens of the City of Phoenix.