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Tyra "Tee" Sampson

1978 - 2011

BORN

1978

DIED

2011

Tyra Sampson Obituary

Tyra "Tee" Sampson, 32, crossed from the walks of life into eternity on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2011. Celebration of life: 1 p.m. Tuesday in the Sammons Chapel of Bethlehem Baptist Church, Mansfield. Gracious host and Pastor Dr. M. A. Evans Sr. Interment: Skyvue Memorial Gardens. Wake: 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Skyvue Funeral Home. Tyra, affectionately known as "Tee," filled a lot of hearts with laughter and joy. Tyra was preceded in death by her mother, Deborah Holloway. Survivors: The loving legacy left to cherish the memories are her sons, Shamayda Howard Jr. and Tyree Howard; father, Tyrone Sampson; sisters, Deborah B. Norwood and Kim Brown; brother, Chris Ellis; and numerous other family and friends.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Sep. 11, 2011.

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Shamayda

June 21, 2021

I miss you momma. Still the same istg.

Deborah Baylor Norwood

March 9, 2012

There has been so much going on I am just now reading this guestbook. I want to thank everyone for their prayers.

Tee I will never get over losing you I will forever feel a void in my life. I am so lost. I love you and miss you everyday.

C Sheeley

February 16, 2012

"If I had a single flower for every time I think about you I could walk forever in my garden." ~Claudia Grandi
I read this quote and instantly thought of you. Sorry that I am just now signing your guestbook, I really don't want to believe all this is real, but I have to accept it...life is just not the same. Happy to have known you and glad you are with your mom but I will miss you forever.

December 27, 2011

you are special friend

Christopher Ellis

October 21, 2011

To some she was Tyra to others as Tee.. to me she was a great sister an to other a great friend an to most a listener. A good mother an many other things... i glad that god let all of the people that you have met an changed there lives meet you. you are a truly great person yes i am sad that it was time for you to go home and be with our father from heaven. an to be with your mother i know that you had a better birthday party then anything that anybody on this earth could give to you you had a holy ghost party an there is nothing better then that I'm sure. i will take care of dad. and i know that you are looking over all of us i love yu little big sister im glad your not in pain anymore.......

Pam Cook

September 17, 2011

Tyra, you are always in my thoughts. I will miss you and think of you every day until we meet again. love, Aunt Pam

Tamelia Brown

September 14, 2011

Sad, because I wont be able to talk to you. Happy because I know your talking to me. Sad because I won't get to see you, happy cause I know you see me. Sad because we didnt get to kick it as planned that sunday. Happy cause I know we will in due time. Sad because you left too soon T....Happy because I know your in a better place. Love you Tyra! (Boo)

Cedric Holmes

September 14, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family and friends. Sometimes things don't make sense to us when people leave this world to early in our minds but, remember God doesnt make mistakes. God Bless...

Deborah Dobis-Erwin

September 13, 2011

Tee - God is rejoicing in heaven now...you are home and he is happy! WE will do our best to praise and celebrate your life here on earth! Thank you Lord for letting us borrow her! She is truly an angel!!! =) love ya Tyra and we miss ya!

Monica Glaspie

September 13, 2011

I didn't know you well but I know that you were always sweet and kind when we crossed paths. I'll miss seeing you around here @ work.
To her sons, family and close friends my condolences are with you all. RIP Tyra.

Love,
Monica Glaspie

Cedric Ellis

September 13, 2011

I still dont believe this is happening. Tee you know how we did it and it was full of laughter and love. My memories will never be forgotten. Love ya and may God bless you and your family.

Charles Sadberry

September 13, 2011

Tyra your fun-loving spirit is something I will never forget. Beautiful on the inside and out. You will be missed.....

Nick Alexander

September 13, 2011

You will be truly missed, may God bless you and your family.

September 12, 2011

May all of you find comfort in the fact she is with her savior and her mother. God Bless all of you. Lots of Love . She was to young to go so soon . Sheila Stevens

Angie Elrod

September 12, 2011

As I'm still in shock, my prayers go out to the fam. Dear dear Tee, man did we share some wild memories, although we were working, we still partied hard! I will never forget you and may you now light it up from above!! : ) Deb & Kim, I'm so sorry...

Jeffery Woods

September 12, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Janet Ross

September 12, 2011

God bless you and your family.My heart goes out to y'all.Tyra will be miss by many.
Janet Ross
(Crowley High School)

Holly Hunter

September 12, 2011

My sincerest condolences are expressed to the family. Tyra, my dear friend, I miss you so much! You were such an amazing women with an open heart. You will forever hold a special place in my heart, may you rest in peace.

September 12, 2011

God Bless and my heart goes out to the family Tee was a beautiful person inside and out... Jody (Jcuzz) Thomas

Kimberly Brown

September 12, 2011

My heart goes out to the family - Tyra will be missed. May God continue to comfort and support each of you in your time of need.

Lisa Echols (Cherice's sister)

September 12, 2011

Deborah & Kim: My heart goes out to you and the family! Tyra, Your smile and warm hearted spirit will truly be missed by all who know and love you. You are now whole and free of all earthly pain... Heaven has gained an angel. God Bless!

Deacon Rodney Kase Tyrone

September 12, 2011

On behalf of the Deacon Board and Brotherhood of Bethlehem Baptist Church/ Mansfield Texas, we offer our sympathies to Sister Ramsey and family in the loss of Sister Tyra. May the Lord continue to strenghten you in this time of sorrow.

MICHELLE MYERS

September 12, 2011

MY PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY MAY GOD GIVE EACH ONE OF OU STRENGTH TO KNOW HE IS THERE TO COMFORT YOU WEEPING MAY ENDURE FOR A NIGHT BUT PLEASE KNOW THAT JOY COMES IN THE MORNING......LOVE YOU ALL

shantrell mcintyre

September 11, 2011

Man tyra im lost for words love u and rest baby!

Kesha Washington

September 11, 2011

God doesn't make any mistakes. Lifting up a candle for Tyra.

lisa daniels

September 11, 2011

Love ya girl!

lisa daniels

September 11, 2011

Tyra you will always be in my heart! You are truly missed! My heart goes out to Tyrone, Deb and Kim, I love you all!

September 11, 2011

Deborah, Kim and family. Tee was very special and was loved by everyone who knew her and she will be greatly missed. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time.
All our love: The Douglas Family

Kimberly Brown

September 11, 2011

To my baby sister I already miss you. I cant believe that you are really gone out of my life. The only thing that is keeping me sane is that knowing that I will see you again one day. I Love You baby sister! Give Mama a hug for me.

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