Samuel Herndon Cromartie

March 8, 1924 - October 20, 2021

Samuel Herndon Cromartie, Sr, age 97, of Grove, OK passed away on October 20, 2021, in Tulsa, OK. Samuel was born on March 8, 1924, to Franklin and Georgia (Brannon) Cromartie in Tulsa, OK, where he grew up and graduated from Webster High school in 1942. At the age of 18, Samuel enlisted in the U.S. Navy and proudly served his country during WWII. On March 9, 1947, Samuel married the love of his life, Dorothy Cox, in Grove, OK and the couple made their home in Grove. Samuel worked as an electrician and was a proud member of the Local Union 584 in Tulsa, OK. He was also a member of the American Legion for 60 plus years. Samuel is preceded in death by his parents, child brother, Alvin Cromartie and his wife, Dorothy. Left to cherish his memory: son, Samuel Cromartie, Jr of Grove, OK. No formal services are planned. Arrangements are entrusted to Nichols-Stephens Funeral and Cremation.