18 Jul 1920 – 28 Jun 2005
Husband of Edna Irene Christensen
Floyd Allred Sampson, 84, of McMinnville, Ore., died June 28, 2005, at Willamette Valley Medical Center. He was born July 18, 1920, in McCormick, Utah, the son of Alonzo and Mary Alice Sampson. Floyd was the first white child born in McCormick. He was the sixth of 11 children.
Growing up in Delta, Utah he met his life-long sweetheart, Edna Irene Christensen, at a dance. They were married Jan 2, 1942 in Las Vegas, Nevada. On Feb 22, 1952 they were sealed for time and eternity in the LDS St. George Temple. Three children were born to them: two sons, Floyd Leroy Sampson (Ellen) of Yamhill, Ore. and Kenneth Marvin Sampson (Jerelyn) of Las Vegas, Nev.; and one daughter, Jacquelyn Ormond (Errol) of Pocatello, Idaho. Floyd and Edna’s love for each other flourished and shone throughout their marriage of 63 years. Edna patiently and lovingly cared for Floyd as his battle with Alzheimer’s progressed.
During WW II Floyd served in the U.S. Army Air Force as a radio operator in the India-Burma campaign. He flew in transport planes as they delivered life-saving supplies over the Himalayan “Hump”. He was awarded the American Theater of Operations Service Ribbon, Asiatic Pacific Theater Service Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal, Distinguished Unit Badge and Victory Medal.
After his discharge in November 1945, he returned home to Edna and baby Leroy. The family moved to Las Vegas, NV where Jackie and Kenny were born. Floyd and Edna later moved to Southern California and then to Tooele, Utah. After being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, they moved to McMinnville to be near their son, Leroy and his family. Floyd’s strong work ethic and quick mind earned him the reputation of being able to repair almost anything from cars to curling irons to a house remodel. There was nothing he wouldn’t attempt. He was an electrician by profession.
As Alzheimer’s robbed him of these great gifts, Floyd, first with frustration and then with resignation learned to live with his limitations. Floyd was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, holding the office of high priest. A modest, quiet man, Floyd shared his testimony and love of his Savior through his example of service, kindness, patience and love of family. He enjoyed being with his family, especially the children; fishing, golf, bowling, wood carving, traveling and doing anything with Edna.
In addition to his wife and children, he is survived by 14 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, three brothers, one sister and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, one great-grandson, three sisters and three brothers. Funeral services will be held on Saturday July 2 at 1 p.m. in the Tooele First Ward 253 S. 200 East. Viewing at the church is from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. prior to services under the direction of Tate Mortuary. The family is appreciative of the kind attention given our dad at the Willamette Valley Medical Center, the many acts of kindness from neighbors, friends and members of Floyd and Edna’s Church. Our husband and Dad has returned to his Heavenly Father. We are so blessed to know that families are forever.
Tooele City Cemetery, Tooele, Toeele County, Utah
