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Sampson Taylor Obituary
Sampson, affectionately called Sam, born on June 27, 1953, was called home suddenly on May 24, 2009 at the age of 55.
Sam lived in Cleveland the majority of his life until he relocated to Akron about 10 years ago. He was employed by Church's Chicken on S. Main St. and was a joy to all who knew him.
Sam leaves to embrace his everlasting memory, his children, Sampson III and Cinnciarae (Rokisha); parents, Sampson Sr. and Mary; sisters, Rosemary, Michelle and Kathy; brother, Robert, all of Cleveland; special friend, Lynne Likely and family of Akron; and a host of family and friends in the Cleveland and Akron areas.
Condolences may be sent to 906 Eva Ave., Akron, OH 44306.
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Memories and Condolences
for Sampson Taylor
Akron Resident
June 5, 2009
My condolences to the family.
Michael Bronner
June 3, 2009
To the Taylor family, I am sorry for your loss, it was such a joy working with and being around Sam.
Myself and my family will keep you in our prayers, we will all miss him, just know that Sam is in a better place.
May God bless and confort each of you.
Zenobia
June 3, 2009
Grandma Lyn,
I am so sorry for the loss of Sam, i will keep praying for you. Love you
June 2, 2009
I will always keep you in my heart your daughter Cinciarae Taylor.
Friend
June 2, 2009
Lynne and Family,
so sorry for the loss of your very good friend,God makes no mistakes, just so glad he got to know you. you and the entire family are in our prayers.
Akron Resident
June 2, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Lillian Wilson
June 2, 2009
Working with Sam was never dull,he was so lovable
will miss you a lot.
Love, Mama Jean
Angela Nelson
May 31, 2009
To the Taylor Family,Kathy and Rose you have my deepest condolences i was very saddened by the lost of Sampson when you all lived on102mt.auburn he kept me laughing all the time i know from the heart that He was truly loved by all.May God continue to keep you and make your days a little bit better stay Blessed and keep Faith
Stewart & Calhoun Funeral Home
May 31, 2009
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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