Sammie Lou McComas McGuire

Lafayette - A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, October 4th, 2025 at 1:00 pm at St. Pius X Catholic Church in Lafayette for Sammie Lou McComas McGuire, age 91, who passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2025 in Lafayette. Sammie was born on June 8, 1934 in Kirkland, TX, and she was a longtime resident of Lafayette. Sammie's life story is a testament to resilience, determination, and a loving spirit. Her journey began at the Protestant Orphanage on North Street in Baton Rouge, LA., a place that didn't define her, but instead, became the foundation for a life filled with purpose and joy. She often shared her perspective, stating she was a lucky girl who had a good life, blessed by God with a sharp mind and a wonderful sense of humor. A natural academic and vibrant personality, Sammie was an honor student and popular cheerleader at Baton Rouge High School. She continued her education at LSU, graduating with a degree in education. During her time at the Huey P. Long Field House at LSU, she met the love of her life, Mickey McGuire. Although she didn't have a traditional family background, Sammie quickly became a cherished member of the large, loving Irish Catholic McGuire family of Baton Rouge, when she and Mickey married. She was a true guide through life's challenges, raising three independent daughters to believe in their own strength and ability to achieve anything. She was a hero to her family. Sammie's professional journey also reflected her strength and dedication. She transitioned from teaching to a position at LSU in the Personnel Department, starting as a typist clerk one. Through hard work and talent, she rose through the ranks, eventually becoming Assistant Director and the highest-paid female executive in the entire LSU System. Sammie was respected by all who knew her, breaking barriers and excelling in her career long before the term "glass ceiling" was even coined. In her retirement, Sammie embraced a fulfilling life centered around family and friends when she and Mickey moved to Lafayette, LA 25 years ago. She particularly cherished the time spent helping to raise her grandchildren. A true enthusiast of games and social gatherings, she was a member of several bridge and Pokeno groups in both Baton Rouge and Lafayette, LA. Her enjoyment of card games extended to solitaire, gin, and kings on the corner with her children and grandchildren. She also found pleasure in solving crossword and jigsaw puzzles, crafting, playing the piano, reading, and traveling. An avid sports fan, one could find Sammie enjoying LSU and Saints football, LSU baseball, golf, tennis, and car racing. But above all, Sammie treasured the simple moments of sharing coffee or cocktails and conversation around the kitchen table with her loved ones. Raised Methodist, Sammie converted to Catholicism in 2007 after Mickey died and cherished being a member of St. Pius Catholic Church attending mass every Sunday. Sammie lived a long, beautiful life, touching many hearts with her kind and generous spirit. She was at peace, ready to go home to be with her precious Lord and her beloved Mickey and Mikelyn. Sammie is survived by Terry Hendrix (Bill) of Lafayette and Tracy Vidrine of Baton Rouge; her grandchildren, Kyle Hendrix, Jordan Gremillion, Paige Woodlock, and Cooper Vidrine. She was preceded in death by her husband for over 50 years W.J. "Mickey" McGuire; her precious youngest daughter, Mikelyn Kaye McGuire; her parents, Sam B McComas and Thelma Lou McComas; her sister, Mary Roux (Gus); her nephew, Trae Roux; as well as her son-in-law, Tony Vidrine. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to The American Heart Association: https://www.heart.org/?form=FUNELYZXFBW The family would like to extend a special thank you to Terry and Bill Hendrix, Frank Pearson, Dr. Bradley Dowden and nurse Amy, and the staff in the assisted living wing of The Vincent Senior Living Apartments for the loving, compassionate, and excellent care of our sweet Sammie. Arrangements have been entrusted to Cypress Funeral Home & Crematory, 206 W. Lafayette St., Maurice, LA 70555.

Sammie Lou McComas McGuire

June 8, 1934 - August 10, 2025