Sam Lehman, 71, died August 24, 2022, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.  He was born August 14, 1951, in Hutchinson, to Glenn and Eunice (Wiard) Lehman.

Sam graduated from Burrton High School, and lived all of his life around cattle.  He appreciated the camaraderie and friendships that grew from his career as a livestock cattleman.  Sam spent most of his time at the sales barns in Hutchinson and Pratt, but he frequented others throughout Kansas and other states.  He could develop a special connection to all animals (not just cows), and he would spend countless hours talking to them.  Sam was always willing to lend a helping hand to others, and he considered his friends as family.  Faith was also important to Sam throughout his life and he was a member of Bible Pathways Fellowship, Yoder.  Even though his faith and cattle were important to Sam, nothing surpassed his love and support for his family.  He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend.

On December 28, 1986, he married his best friend and soul mate of over three years, Donna (Luckey) Bieber, in Abbyville.

Sam is survived by:  his wife of almost 36 years, Donna Lehman of Hutchinson: children, Samuel Lehman, Jr. (Melissa) of Buhler, Jennifer Lehman of Burrton, Glenn Lehman (Theresa) of Hutchinson, Debra Dodge (Mario) of Mission, Wayne Bieber (Salve) of Virginia, Tracy Bieber of Hutchinson, and Troy Bieber (Annie) of Florida; 12 grandchildren, Michelle, Cassie, Dawn, Erica, Sheridan, Ryan, Heather, Braydon, Wyatt, Thomas Payton, and Lane; nine great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandson; numerous cousins; and countless friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Celebration of Life service will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 31, 2022, at Elliott Chapel.  Private inurnment will be in the Burrton Cemetery.  Friends may sign Sam's book from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday, and 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, with the family present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Elliott Chapel. Cremation has taken place.

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In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Hospice House, Bible Pathways Fellowship, or Union Valley Bible Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS  67501.

In honor of Sam, western or casual attire is encouraged.