Sammy Lee Denton was born on July 7, 1943 In LaJunta, Colorado to Theodore Roosevelt and Lilian Marie (Hansen) Denton. He and his wife, Virginia resided in Harper, Kansas. At the age of 74 years, 3 months, and 13 days, he passed away in his home on October 20, 2017. Cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time.