John Paul Sampson, 72, Marion, Indiana passed away on Monday, May 10, 2021.
He was born in Grantsville, West Virginia, on July 19, 1948, to Harley and Levinia (Wears) Sampson.
John graduated from Calhoun County High School. He retired from General Tire & Rubber after several years of service. He loved sports of every kind and enjoyed watching them on television. He also enjoyed hunting (especially mushroom) fishing, and gardening.
Survivors include his wife, Loretta Sampson of Marion; son, Charley Sampson of Marion; grandson, Travis Sampson; granddaughter, Alyson (Aaron) Niverson of Ocala FL; great-grandchildren, Aurora Niverson and Asher Niverson of Ocala; sister, Doris Hope (Wayne) Moore of Sweetser; sisters-in-law, Brenda Mace of Marion, Carol Swearinger of Grantsville WV, and Cathy Booher of Sandyville WV; brother-in-law, Shirley (Jane) Cottrell of Amboy; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, George Mace and Charles Mace; and sisters, Kay Cottrell and Marylue Cottrell.
The family will receive visitors from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon on Saturday, May 15, 2021, at Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral Service, North Chapel, 1341 N. Baldwin Ave., Marion IN.
Immediately following the time of visitation, a service to celebrate John's life will begin at 12:00 noon. Pastor Robert Engle will be officiating.
Memorial contributions may be directed to MGCHS, Animal Orphanage and Rescue, 505 S. Miller Ave., Marion IN 46952.
Memories may be shared online at www.nswcares.com
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