Bobbie Jean Samples

Bobbie Jean Samples, age 89, of Reims Road in Lexington, passed away Saturday, August 6, 2022, at the Harlan ARH Hospital following a short illness. She was born October 16, 1932, in Estill County and was the daughter of the late Marcum and Lilly L. Tipton Covey. Bobbie worked for many years at Parker Seal and later retired from employment at Saint Joseph Hospital. Known for her quick wit and willingness to care for others she was beloved by all who knew her. She will be missed and most certainly never forgotten.
She is survived by:
2 daughters: Diane Kelly Robellard - Lexington
Jessica Carmickle - Lexington
1 son: Walter Randall Samples - South Carolina
9 grandchildren: Nathan Clowers, Dana Mills, Richard Kelly, Garit Samples, William Samples, Morgan Samples, Nicole Snow, Dax Carmickle and Derrick Carmickle
6 great grandchildren: David Allen, James Harris, Rachel Clowers, Ashley Walters, Ryley Kelly and Dax Carmickle
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Walter Roscoe Samples, and 1 daughter, Merletta Lunsford.
A memorial service will be conducted Saturday, August 13, 1 PM at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home. Visitation will be held Saturday from 12 Noon to 1 PM at the Funeral Home.