In Memoriam: Joanne Samson

Joanne (Smith) Samson, age 81,a resident of Roaming Shores since 1992, passed away on Saturday October 1st, 2016.

She was the daughter of Robert B. and Lila Smith of Big Flats, NY. She was born February 4, 1935 in Rochester, NY. Joanne was married to Walter R. Samson (LTC US Air Force ret.) on September 17, 1955. They just celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary.

Joanne enjoyed living throughout the US and in several countries including Belgium and Saudi Arabia. Her world travels included Africa, China, Italy, Spain, Singapore, Egypt and England. Her greatest joy was hosting family gatherings at the lake. Joanne was adored by her grandchildren who will miss her “red bird hugs.” She treasured the many friends she made at the lake during her 20 year retirement.

Joanne is survived by her husband Walt, four children; Bryan (Connie) Samson of St Louis, MO, Mark (Vera) Samson of Leavenworth, KS, Scott (Barb) Samson of Naperville, IL, and Susan Samson of Evanston, IL. and sisters Marian Kreilser and Doris Whitter of Bradenton, FLA, Six grandchildren, Marie (Mike), Chelsea, Robert, Abigail, Henry and Tenley, and one great grandson, Everett.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Edward Smith.

A Memorial Service officiated by Rev. James Stanley will be held at the Paine Funeral Home, Inc., 140 E. Main Street, Orwell, OH 44076 on Saturday, October 8, 2016 at 11:00am. Calling hours will be held prior to services from 10:00 – 10:45am. A second service and interment of her ashes will take place in Horseheads, NY to be scheduled in November. Condolences may be made at painefuneralhome.com

Flowers – Please have delivered to Funeral Home before 9am on Saturday or Friday afternoon. Thank you

There will be a reception at the Samson’s home following the service.