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Don Samples Obituary
Don E. Samples, 68, passed away on February 16, 2026 in Indianapolis, IN. He was born on March 16, 1957 in Indianapolis, IN.
Survivors include son Pokie(Melinda); daughter, Jennifer Sue; sisters, Berniece & Vicky; brother, Barnie, J.T.; 5 Grandchildren.
Preceded in death by wife, Sharon; parents, Don & Helen; sister, Debby; brother-in-law, Gary.
Don loved riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle & Drinking Beer. He was also a member of Amvett & VFW.
Service will be on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 1:00pm at Bell Mortuary & Crematory, Royster-Askin-Sandrock, 2310 W Washington St. Indianapolis, IN 46222 with a visitation from 11:00AM until the time of service. Burial will be at Floral Park Cemetery, Indianapolis, IN.
Online condolences at www.bellmortuary.com
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Upcoming Events
Feb
24
Visitation
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Bell Mortuary & Crematory, Royster-Askin-Sandrock
2310 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46222
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsFeb
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Burial
1:00 p.m.
Floral Park Cemetery
425 N Holt Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46222
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsServices provided by
Bell Mortuary & Crematory - Royster-Askin-Sandrock ChapelOnly 5 days left for delivery to next service.