Samuel B. Padilla, Jr.

Samuel B. Padilla, Jr., 49, of Kingman, passed away Sunday, September 25, 2016 in St. Johns. He was born October 18, 1966 in Springerville, the son of Samuel B. Padilla, Sr. and Amadita Barreras Padilla. Samuel was a generous person that was always there to help anyone in need. He loved to wheel and deal and he always got the GOOD deal. Always having a smile on his face; he will be greatly missed. Samuel is survived by 14 nieces and nephews, a brother, Leo Padilla; and sisters, Lorraine Schaffer, Adaline Ramirez and Bernadette Gonzales. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Amanda Padilla. A viewing will be held Friday, September 30, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, St. Johns, with Rosary following at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, October 1, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. also at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. Interment will follow the funeral mass at the St. Johns Catholic Cemetery.