Felix Sample Jr.
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Felix Sample Jr., known to his family and friends as, “Buddy,” passed away on March 12, 2026 in Batesville, Arkansas. He was born November 16, 1955 in Heber Springs, Arkansas. Buddy loved being outdoors. He was either hunting, fishing, trapping, or teaching his kids and grandkids how to do one or the other, but mostly, he loved and cherished his family.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and one sister, Shirley Elliott.
Buddy is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Abigail Sample; one sister, Jane Sample; one daughter, Ashley Kever and her husband Zach; one son, Chris Sample and his wife Keri; one grandson, Kaleb Sample; and one granddaughter, AbbieLou Campbell.
Celebration of Life services will be held at a later date.
Arrangements are by Qualls Funeral Homes.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
546 Harrison Street, Batesville, AR 72501
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