News Staff
Thursday, August 17, 2023
Samuel Hatton, 89, of Vermillion, SD passed away Sunday, August 6, 2023 at Sanford Vermillion Care Center. Samuel B. Hatton, “S.B.” or “B,” was born on February 13, 1934, the youngest of ten children born to David and Russie Hatton, of Talihina, OK. There, he learned his lifelong love of hunting and fishing under the tutelage of his beloved mother, and his great sense of caring for others from his older brothers and sisters, aunts and uncles, and lifelong friends, who took care of him in the years after his mother’s death. In high school, Sam was an enthusiastic member and president of his local FFA (Future Farmers of America) and a talented ball player, winning recognition, particularly, as a fine running back and passer in the game of football.
