Minister Edward T Samuels

Minister Edward T. Samuels entered into eternal rest on February 18, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 2, 1949, in Summerville, SC to the late Edward (ED) Samuels and Bertha L. Samuels. Edward, affectionately known as “Mulley” to his family and close friends, was raised in a Christian home. At an early age he accepted Jesus Christ into his life and became a member of New Ashley Baptist Church in Summerville, SC.

He attended the public schools of Dorchester County and graduated from Alston High School in 1967. He later served in the United States Army. His military service was a source of great pride, and he carried the values of honor, discipline, and commitment throughout his life.

Edward worked in the trucking industry as a long-haul truck driver for more than 50 years. He was a devoted provider and took great pride in caring for his family.

He was first married to Marjorie Singleton Samuels, who proceeded him in death. Together they shared three children; Mewanda D. Samuels (Juan), Charlotte, NC, Rodrick E. Samuels (Lauren), Detroit, MI, Spencer D. Samuels, Austin, TX; two grandchildren, Parker Moser and Addison Moser.

Later in life he remarried the late Lena Butler Samuels, embracing her children and grandchildren as his own and expanding his family circle with love and devotion.

He leaves to cherish his memory; his three children, Mewanda, Rodrick, and Spencer; his step-children; Charletta Butler, Dione Rollerson, Jermaine Rollerson, Levar Rollerson, and Cheryl Chaplin; his beloved brother, Reverand Dr. Clary L. Samuels (Fern) of Goose Creek, SC, his niece; Warrenette Nazaire (Frantzi) of Columbia, SC, his nephew; Antonio Samuels( Dana) of Lugoff, SC, and a host of family, and friends.

Edward will be remembered for his strength, loyalty, sense of humor, his deep love for his family, and friends, his passion for singing, and his love and devotion for God.