George Sample Obituary
George P. Sample of Flandreau, South Dakota, passed away on January 16, 2026, and is now reunited with his beloved wife. George was born on June 13, 1934, in Clear Lake, South Dakota, to Wilber and Lillian (Amy) Sample. He was the second oldest of six children.
In 1959, George married the love of his life, Audrey Friman. Over the next 63 years, they were blessed with six children and lovingly helped raise 16 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.
In accordance with George’s wishes, no services will be held.
409 2nd Avenue East, Flandreau, SD 57028
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