Sam Patton "Red Rock" Tomlin

Sam Patton “Red Rock” Tomlin, 66, of Emporia, passed away Thursday, April 17, 2014. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Doris C. Tomlin; two daughters, Terry Tomlin-Vaughan and husband, Austin P. Vaughan and Samantha Tomlin and wife, Carla Aphayboun-Tomlin; grandchildren, Korye Aphayboun-Tomlin and Bianca Oliva-Tomlin; a sister, Inez T. Whitby and husband, Richard and two brothers, Temple Tomlin and Willie “Tiny” Tomlin. A memorial service will be held 7 p.m. Monday, April 21 at Owen Funeral Home where the family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Paralyzed Veterans of America. Online condolences may be made at www.owenfh.com .