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Donohue Funeral Home - West ChesterClara Sampson Obituary
Clara May Sampson (nee Woodcock), age 97, of Lima Estates, Media, PA, formerly of Philadelphia, PA passed away on February 21, 2026.
Clara was a graduate of Bartram High School and worked as an Executive Secretary for DuPont. She had a generous spirit and a passion for philanthropy, often contributing to various causes.
Clara was predeceased by her husband, James Sampson, and siblings, Raymond Woodcock and Dr. Charles Woodcock.
Relatives and friends are invited to her Graveside Service 11:00 AM, Monday, March 9, 2026 at Glenwood Memorial Gardens.
Contributions in Clara's memory may be made to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Mar
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Graveside service
11:00 a.m.
Glenwood Memorial Gardens
2321 West Chester Pike, Broomall, PA 19008
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