- Date Of Birth: February 24, 1921
- Date Of Death: June 6, 2018
- State: Indiana
Floyd E. Sample passed away on June 6th 2018 at Arbor Trace in Richmond, Indiana. He was born in Newport, Kentucky on February 24, 1921 to Floyd & Marie (Pinder) Sample.
Floyd was the oldest of 12 children and lived in many states of the USA while growing up.
Floyd was known for his kindness, his ability to work hard & do his best. Floyd had a sense of humor, (teasing too), & he taught others to persevere and be respectful & loyal.
Floyd is predeceased by his parents, and his wife E. Catherine Sample, their son Forrest Eugene Sample, his wife Mildred Sample, and several brothers & sisters. He is survived by his daughter Caroline (Ron) Holsinger and their children Brian (Eva) Holsinger & their children, Mark (Jen) Holsinger & their children, Joel(Natalie) Holsinger and their children, Caren (Rob) Barnes & their children. Also step daughter Condra (Paul) Barada, & their children: Paul (Kristen) Barada & their children, Will (Eileen) Barada & their children & Jon (Brooke) Barada & their children and many nieces & nephews, neighbor Mrs. Reed & friends, and special nurses and staff that cared for him.
Floyd graduated from Tech High School in Indpls. Floyd served in the US Navy during WW2.
Floyd enjoyed also working at the Indiana State Fair, also the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for many years. He looked forward to the 500 mile race.
Floyd was honored on his 96th birthday at Kroger’s store in Speedway for his over 40 years of shopping with them and encouraging them. The employees kindness he so appreciated.
