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Mary Sample Obituary

SAMPLE, Mary S., (Lil Sis) of Richmond, VA departed this life Friday, November 3, 2023 at the age of 80. She was born July 5, 1943 in Halifax, NC to the late John Anderson Smith and Viola Speight Smith. She leaves to cherish her memories, one daughter, Sheila E. Smith; two sons, Benjamin R. Sample and Carroll F. Sample; two grandchildren Lekeisha S. Wyatt and Carroll F. Sample, Jr and four great grandchildren. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street, Richmond, VA 23224, where family will recieve friends on Friday, November 17, 2023 from 5 to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 12 p.m. at Moore Street Baptist Church, 1408 W. Leigh Street, Richmond, VA 23220. Dr. Alonzo Lawrence, Pastor. Interment Riverview Cemetery.
Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Nov. 8 to Nov. 14, 2023.

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Marjorie Haskell

November 18, 2023

Mary was a very sweet lady. She had an infectious smile whenever you saw her. We worked together at First and Merchants Bank now Bank of America. My deepest sympathy to the family.

Denim and DeMarco

November 17, 2023

In Loving Memory. Our prayers are with the family. Love you all Denim and DeMarco Baker

Ramon Baker and family

November 17, 2023

Our deepest condolences , we send our love and prayers. We will miss her. Love you all , Tony, TaWanna, and Trevor Baker

Walter R Cox Sr

November 14, 2023

Carroll, I'm sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. You have my condolences. Walter (from Ray's boxing gym)

Walter R Cox Sr

November 14, 2023

Sheila, I am sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. I know that she was lovbed by you and will be truly missed. Walter (804) 901-3610

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November 14, 2023

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Charlene

November 8, 2023

Sheila, I am so very sorry to her of the passing of your mother, she was such a sweet lady and she will be truly missed. Sending Love and Prayers to you and I pray that in the days and weeks ahead that you find peace in knowing that she loved you and she is well and is now watching over you each day. Love always,

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