Obituary for
Albert George Sampson
Albert George Sampson passed away peacefully with his family by his side on March 2, 2019 after a courageous battle with colon cancer, at the age of 76. Al was born and raised in Kenora, Ontario and was the youngest son of Lottie Gertrude (nee Hudson) and Joseph (Joe) John Sampson. He will be missed by his loving wife of 52 years, Colleen Judith (nee Johnson). Colleen was the love of Al’s life and an exceptional support and caregiver to him the past months. He will be greatly missed by sons John Howard (Mary and grandsons John and Bennett) of Durham, North Carolina and Dean Al (Amy) of Houston, Texas. He leaves behind his sister Gwen (Bill), sisters-in law Cindy Daoust (Richard) and Diane Sampson, and brother-in-law Miles Johnson, and Goddaughter Candice. He will be missed by many nieces, nephews, and extended family. Al was predeceased by his parents, brothers Harold and Gerald, sisters-in-law Diane Forcier and May Sampson, and brother-in-law Brian Johnson.
Al will be remembered as a loving husband, wonderful brother, strong and caring father, uncle, and active grandfather. He was a kind-hearted person who loved to be with people, especially family. He will always be remembered for his generosity, thoughtfulness, and willingness to share his opinions on matters dear to his heart!
Al’s working career included time with CP Rail and 29 years at Manitoba Health in Winnipeg as a programmer and manager of computer systems. He retired from Manitoba Health in 2000. He was also a self-taught upholsterer, carpenter, and a master handyman. In December of 1993, he started his own successful custom sewing business known as Al’s Hobby Works. Al and Colleen moved to Kemptville, Ontario a few years ago to be closer to family.
Al was a proud and active thirty-year member of Sturgeon Creek Masonic Lodge in Winnipeg, serving as Master (1986) and District Deputy Grand Master of the First Masonic District (1990-91). He was a current member of Mount Zion Lodge Number 28 and a very active member of St. James Anglican Church in Kemptville. In a final act of selflessness, Al has donated his body to science and research at the Ottawa General Hospital.
Celebrations of Al’s life will be held on Friday March 15, 2019 at 1:00pm at St. James Anglican Church (35 Clothier St. W, Kemptville, ON). This service will be followed by a Masonic Memorial Service at 3:00pm at Mount Zion Lodge (311 Van Buren St.). Light refreshments will be served after the Masonic celebration.
The family wishes to thank Trish, Melanie, Ruth, Lisa, our amazing church family, and the wonderful people at Beth Donavan Hospice and Bayshore. Your support was fantastic.
If you wish to honor Al’s memory a donation to the Beth Donavan Hospice (1107 French Settlement Rd, Kemptville, ON K0G 1J0) or St. James Anglican Church (35 Clothier St W, Kemptville, ON K0G 1J0).
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Albert George
Sampson 1942 2019..
Death notice for the town of: Kemptville, Province: Ontario
Our thought and prayers are with you Colleen and family, our deepest sympathies
Lucille and Mylinda