Clinton E. Sampson

Mr. Clinton Sampson, 90, longtime Stigler resident died Monday, September 1, 2014 at his home. He was born October 9, 1923 to Charles and Cora (Pitchford) Sampson. He grew up at McCurtain where he received his formal education. Clinton served his country with the United States Army during World War II and Korea in a military career that spanned some 23 years. He was married to Pauline Corder on December 21, 1945. They made their home together in Lawton and lived all over the world during his service to his country as a career service man. He retired in 1967 and made their home in Stigler in 1979. He was member of the Stigler First Assembly of God Church, the Disabled American Veterans, and Commissioned Officers Association. He received the Purple Heart, Silver Star, and Bronze Star as well as 14 other decorations and 13 Battle Stars. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Pauline Sampson of the home; one daughter, Janice Larson and husband Rob of Corsicana, TX; three grandchildren, Randy Sampson of Lawton, Sergei Larson of Corsicana, and Jana Stringer of Lawton; two step-grandchildren, Stacy Snider of Sand Springs and Tiffany Torrey of Albany, NY; 3 great grandchildren; 5 step-great grandchildren; one great-great step-grandchild; one brother, Bill Sampson of Tulsa; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles & Cora Sampson; one son, Michael Sampson; 6 brothers, Herman, Paul, R.G., Clayton, Clayborne, and Eugene; one sister, Edna McManus; as well as four infant siblings. Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Friday, September 5, 2014 at Stigler First Assembly of God Church with Reverend Daniel Smith officiating. The Eulogist will be Rick Davis; Speaker, his grandson, Sergei Larson. Pallbearers include Sergei Larson, Rob Larson, Jeff Oaks, James Sampson, Ronnie Sampson, and Bill Sampson. Honorary pallbearers include the men of Stigler First Assembly of God Church and Dr. Stephen Woodson. Burial will be 2:00 P.M. Saturday, September 6 at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Lawton with full military honors. The family suggest memorials be made to the Stigler First Assembly of God Church Building Fund in honor of Clinton Sampson. Funeral service arrangements are under the direction of King & Shearwood Funeral Home of Stigler.

Clinton E. Sampson

October 9, 1923 - September 1, 2014