Darlene Samson Obituary
Darlene "Sue" Samson, born October 26, 1946, passed away on July 13, 2024. She loved traveling, golf, and her family. After retiring, family became her everything.
Preceded in death by her parents, John and Mary Alice Nichelson, and siblings Raymond, James, Jack, and Judy Kay.
She will be deeply missed by her brothers, Mark (Sharon) Nichelson, Chuck Nichelson; daughter, Vicki (David) Eliadis; son, Michael Spillman; grandchildren, Nicole (Graham) Carlton, Brandon (Shelby) Eliadis, and Michael Spillman II; and great-grandchildren, Thomas, Liam, and Ethan.
Condolences and special memories of Sue can be shared with her family online at www.heritagecremationsociety.com
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